We have the best Graduation Party Ideas. You will find a big list of decor ideas, party food recipes, gifts and more to make your party a success.

If you are throwing a graduation party, you must check out this list of ideas. We have it all! From lots of delicious food that your guests will love to decorations that are festive but easy.

You will also find ideas for your graduate that are clever but practical. Everything you need for a great party is on this list. We also love Graduation Party Favors and Graduation Party Food Ideas.

If you need photo inspiration, take a look at Senior Picture Ideas.

Why We Love These Ideas

These ideas are easy to do and won’t break the bank. No need to spend a ton of money or time throwing a graduation party.

From high school graduation party ideas to college graduation party ideas, we have lots of ideas to celebrate achievements! You will find ideas that anyone can do.

The party will be a hit to celebrate the guest of honor milestone and accomplishment.

Graduation Party Decor Ideas

Globe with guests signature.

1. Globe Guest Book

Try using a globe to sign for guests and it’s a neat keepsake. The globe to sign is such a cool idea for the guest list. They can also write words of wisdom.

Money wreath for grad.

2. Graduation Money Wreath 

If you need a creative way to give money to a graduate and say congrats, this money wreath is the way to go. This tutorial is so fun and clever!

Graduation number sign in bottles.

3. Graduation Party DIY Centerpiece

This easy DIY will be the hit of the party. Use bottles to display foam numbers for the graduation year. The numbers would also make cute photo booth props.

Lanterns in graduation colors.

4. DIY Centerpieces

If you have a silhouette or cricut crafting machine, you can easily make this DIY centerpiece for the gift table or food table. These lanterns look stunning as centerpieces and really set the tone of the party. You can also add balloons.

Floral graduation numbers.

5. Tissue Paper Party Sign

Learn how to make this floral foam number sign perfect for parties. They are gorgeous displayed in jars or used as photo props.

Tassel in different colors for garland.

6. DIY Tissue Paper Tassel 

This festive tassel banner is perfect for graduation parties. It is made out of tissue paper and so easy to make for backdrops, balloon arches and more.

Graduation Party Food Ideas

Graduation cap made out of rice krispies.

7. Cocoa Krispies Treat Graduation Cap

This is simple to make but looks super festive for graduation parties. Your guests will be so impressed with this clever graduation hat with tassels.

Diploma cookies rolled on a platter.

8. Diploma Cookies

These diploma cookies could not be any easier for a celebration! They will look so cute on your party table.

Chocolate Covered Oreo Pops in a bucket.

9. School Color Chocolate Covered Oreos 

Show your school pride with Chocolate Covered Oreos decorated in school colors. Tasty and festive!

Little smokies in a dish.

10. BBQ Little Smokies

You just need 3 ingredients for this simple but amazing BBQ Little Smokies Crock Pot Recipe! It is a simple and delicious appetizer perfect for a backyard graduation party.

Pretzel bites in a platter.

11. Pretzel Bites

These bite size pretzels are so fun to serve at parties and everyone will go crazy over them. They are super easy to make and so tasty.

Cheese dip with chips.

12. Mexican White Cheese Dip

Party guests will love this authentic white queso dip. No Velveeta needed and the flavor is creamy and delicious.

Graduation caps made out of chocolate.

13. Mini Cupcake Graduation Hats 

Top cupcakes with chocolate to make “hats” for a fun graduation dessert. Love this idea to complete the graduation party theme.

Sticky Chicken ready to serve.

14. Sticky Chicken Garlic Bits 

Bite size chicken bites make the best finger food for parties. This sticky garlic sauce makes the chicken so flavorful.

Candy buffet on a table.

15. Graduation Candy Buffet

Lots of candy and clever sayings make the perfect dessert idea for parties. Everyone will love this candy buffet!

Walking Tacos in a bag.

16. Walking Tacos

Everything you love about tacos gets combined into a yummy bag of Doritos! Walking Tacos make a great meal for parties and clean up is a breeze.

Crack Dip in a bowl with pretzels.

17. Loaded Crack Dip

Your guests will keep coming back for more and more of this addictive Crack dip. Loaded with sour cream, bacon, cheese and more for a dip everyone will love.

Graduation Gift Ideas

Mason jars with money.

18. Mason Jar Money 

Turn money into rolled up diplomas and tuck them all in a mason jar topped with a graduation hat. This is so creative!

Tide bottle with laundry essentials.

19. Laundry Kit

Give a practical gift that kids headed to college will definitely use. This laundry kit with free printable will be put to good use!

Candy bouquet in a vase.

20. Candy Bouquet 

Try making this easy bouquet full of the graduate’s favorite candy. You could even tuck a gift card inside!

Journal with pen tied with a ribbon.

21. Notebook/Journal Bundle

Send your graduate into the world with a cool journal and pen to document everything. This will be a priceless keepsake for years to come.

College survival kit basket.

22. College Survival Kit 

Send the graduate off with this neat survival kit full of lots of things they will need. I love the “dorm sweet dorm” printable.

Child holding stacks of books.

23. Books

Books make a great graduation gift. Choose from several awesome ideas.

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Which of these Graduation Party Ideas do you plan to try? Leave a comment and let us know. I can’t wait to hear how the party turns out.

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  1. Cindy Roos-Ritz says:

    These are really great graduation ideas that make planning a graduation really fun and easy. THANKS so much!

    1. carrie says:

      You’re welcome! I’m so glad you enjoyed these ideas!