How to Host the Best Easter Party

Easter is special for a number of reasons, celebrating rebirth, the changing seasons and of course, the arrival of the Easter Bunny! This year, why not throw a springtime celebration with an Easter party?
If you’ve read our article on BBQ Garden Party Ideas, you’ll know we have a range of ideas for the best food, entertainment and activities for your guests to enjoy. Whether you want to host an Easter garden party or an Easter egg hunt party, read on for more.
What to Prepare for an Easter Party
Before the fun begins, there is a lot to consider before throwing your Easter party.
- It’s important to invite everyone you want to attend, make sure you note their dietary requirements and write a shopping list so you don’t forget anything.
- Seating and shelter are essential parts of planning your Easter party, while it may be springtime, you can’t rely on the weather – they are called April showers after all. It’s worth looking into setting up a pergola or a pop up gazebo if you have the space, that way if it does rain, your guests can still enjoy the festivities. Find out what size gazebo you need
- Ensure you notify neighbours about your Easter party, including the number of people you’ve invited, this will allow them to plan for any noise. Better yet, invite your neighbours to join in on the fun!
The Little Hippy Tent Company using a Gazeboshop gazebo for an Easter Party.
Easter Party Ideas
So now that you’ve done the prep, you can start planning your Easter party. You may want to consider the theme, dress code, entertainment and food for your guests to enjoy.
Easter Party Themes
Easter is always in the spring, so your theme should reflect this. Think pastel colours, bright flowers and playful patterns. You could also include animals like bunnies in your theme, especially if you’ll have children attending.
Easter Party Decorations
If you’re planning an Easter garden party, you could decorate your garden with suncatchers, bunting and balloons for an extra special touch. Gazebo lights are another great idea for an outdoor party, especially when it starts to get dark. If you’re hosting indoors, you could decorate your table with a patterned tablecloth, pastel party plates and cups, easter wreaths and egg-shaped decorations.
Easter Party Food
Your guests will want something to eat at your party, so why not have some easter-themed treats for them to enjoy? Having the Easter Bunny’s favourite treats is a great idea for any children who come to your Easter party, some carrot sticks and dips are a fantastic way of helping them eat their veggies.
It wouldn’t be Easter without eggs, devileddevilled ones are always a crowd-pleaser, especially when seasoned with smoky paprika. For a sweeter treat your guests will love, how about some cupcakes? Simply ice some cupcakes and use a marshmallow cut in half for a rabbit cupcake, or decorate them with mini chocolate eggs. A hot cross bun station is the perfect way of including this traditional treat too.
Top tip: Make sure you keep your food covered by using a pop-up gazebo so it doesn’t spoil or go soggy in any unpredictable Spring weather.
Easter Party Games
When you’ve finished enjoying the food, it’s time for some fun Easter party games! For creative Easter party ideas, add a hoppy twist to a favourite with a Pin the Tail on the Bunny – or if you’re throwing an Easter garden party, have an outdoor Easter egg and spoon race. For non-stop laughs, a round or two of chubby bunny is a surefire way of entertaining your guests. No Easter party is complete without an Easter egg hunt, especially if it’s one both adults and kids can enjoy!
Easter Egg Hunt Party Ideas
Egg hunts are a tradition for many people at Easter, so how do you make yours the best? Ensure all of your Easter party guests can enjoy the hunt by having eggs hidden high and low, indoors and outdoors and in the places no one would eggs-pect! If your party is just for adults, you could have them hunting for something other than a chocolate egg – why not up the stakes by hiding small bottles of alcohol or some boozy-flavoured chocolates? For the children, bring out their competitive side by hiding lots of smaller eggs and having a bigger easter egg hidden away.
If you’re struggling to find places to hide the easter eggs, don’t worry, we have plenty! Tuck smaller eggs into plants and flowers, bigger eggs could be hidden by trees or even empty plant pots. If you’re having an indoor Easter egg hunt, hide them inside cupboards, under cushions, inside shoes and among any bookshelves.
Summary
So there you have it—a complete guide to hosting an unforgettable Easter party for your family and friends. With thoughtful preparation and creative ideas, you can create a celebration filled with laughter, delicious food, and delightful activities. Whether you’re hosting an Easter garden party or an exciting Easter egg hunt, remember that the key is to plan ahead and have fun. Need shelter for your outdoor event? Check out our range of garden gazebos to ensure your party goes smoothly, rain or shine. Happy Easter!