From iced cocoa to decorating a Christmas tree, check out these easy Christmas in July party ideas to add to your own summer bash.
Christmas in July Party Ideas
1. Summer Snowball Fight
Have a splashing snowball fight in the middle of July using white water balloons.
2. Bake Christmas Cookies
From sugar to gingerbread cookies, make your party extra special by serving freshly baked Christmas cookies.
And here’s the fun part: your guests can decorate their own cookies. It’s a fantastic activity that adds to the festive vibe and guarantees a good time for everyone.
3. Themed Christmas in July Party
From a “Sizzle and sleigh BBQ party” to a “Cookies and iced cocoa party”, bring the holiday vibes to the summer with a fun Christmas in July party theme.
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4. Watch a Holiday Movie
From “Home Alone” to a Christmas Hallmark romcom, pop some popcorn and cue up a classic Christmas movie.
5. Make a Christmas Craft
Get your DIY on and turn your July into a crafting wonderland!
From ornament making to crafting festive wreaths, it’s a jolly way for you and your guests to get creative.
6. Listen to Holiday Music
Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” is a year-round anthem, right?
Complete your party with an epic holiday playlist that will have everyone singing and dancing throughout the whole party.
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7. Gift Exchange
From secret Santa to white elephant, add the fun elements of gifts and generosity to your party with a gift exchange.
8. Holiday Drinks Summerfied
Summerfy classic holiday drinks and serve up refreshing beverages to keep everyone cool and in the festive spirit.
9. Have Snow Confetti
Let it snow, but without the chill. Scatter fake snow confetti on tables to winterfy your tablescape.
Fun Christmas in July Party Ideas
10. Decorate a Tree
Who says Christmas trees are only for December?
Bring out your tree from storage early by incorporating it into your party’s decor.
Deck it out with lights, colorful ornaments, and now you’ve got a slice of winter right in the middle of July.
Plus, to really highlight that Christmas July blend, you can decorate your tree with some cute summer themed ornaments.
11. Decorate With Christmas Decor
Bring out the twinkling lights and tinsels and turn your party into a holiday haven with cute Christmas decor.
12. Serve Christmas Treats and Desserts
Bring out the holiday sweetness! Think candy canes, gingerbread cookies, and maybe even a DIY iced cocoa bar.
It’s a sugary escape that’ll have everyone feeling the Christmas cheer, even if it’s 90 degrees outside.”
13. Serve Festive Appetizers
From a charcuterie board arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree, to freshly baked pigs in a blanket, don’t forget to serve some festive appetizers.
In addition to festive appetizers, consider summerfying classic holiday dishes. Such as (pineapple and ham pizza for ham) and (fried mac & cheese balls for baked mac & cheese).
Christmas in July Party
14. Dress up in Festive Holiday Outfits
Whether it’s Christmas pajamas or an ugly t-shirt, encourage guests to dress up for your Christmas in July party theme.
15. Play Christmas Party Games
Turn up the fun with some Christmas party games!
From a holiday movie trivia showdown to a spirited game of Christmas charades, it’s the perfect way to keep the party spirits high throughout the event.
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16. Set the Holiday Scent
From candles and simmer pots to wall plug-ins, set the holiday ambiance at your party by incorporating winter scents.
This extra touch will totally amp up your guests’ sensory experience, making them feel like they’ve just walked into the coziest and most festive holiday party.
