25 Splashy Pool Party Ideas Kids and Adults Will Love
DIY Bubbles Solution
Bubbles up the fun factor at any outdoor gathering, especially a pool party! And with this easy recipe, you can save loads of money making your own solution with basic ingredients you already have on hand. To make your guests feel extra welcome, give bottles away as favors with punny tags that read “thanks for popping by!”
Get the recipe for DIY Bubbles Solution.
No matter how cool your pool is, you’re going to want to take a break from the sun at some point. If you don’t have a covered deck or patio, you can create a shady spot with a canvas canopy. They come in a range of pretty designs and sizes, so you’re sure to find one that suits your space.
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Funboy Floating Cabana Bar
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Floating bars are all the rage but none are better than this inflatable cabana that’s a big 6 feet long and 3 feet high. It even comes with a removable awning to keep the sun from beating down on your refreshments. Brilliant!
Balloon Ice
As ingenious as it is cheery, this bit of party magic will keep your ice cream (or beverages) chilly while looking great doing it. Just fill colorful balloons with water and freeze. Put them in a tray or tub and nestle ice cream or drink cans among them. Cool idea, eh?
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Cocktail Umbrella Wreath
Is there anything that screams “summer party” quite like paper drink umbrellas? We think not, and this super-cute, super-easy DIY wreath is a lighthearted way to greet your guests on the big day.
To make: Push open cocktail umbrellas into a Styrofoam wreath form. Note: You can use all the colors in the pack of umbrellas or limit the palette like we did.
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Avalon Towels Cabana Beach Towels
Placing stacks of luxe beach towels with elegant, cabana-style stripes around your pool will ensure your guests feel plenty pampered. Sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest difference, after all.
When those cabana towels get soggy, a pool valet will give you a place to hang them neatly to dry. This one is not only heavy-duty, so it won’t tip, but also features a convenient tray you can stock with sunscreen—a thoughtful touch everyone is sure to appreciate.
Embellished Bucket
A vintage tub makes for an eye-catching cooler when you fill it with ice and beverages, but you can go this farmhouse look one better by decorating it with snazzy symbols like stars.
To make: Use a premade star stencil—or cut your own out of thick craft paper—white acrylic paint, and a paintbrush to add an arrangement of stars to the outside of your container.
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If your yard isn’t set up with a hammock, you’re missing out on a summer seating (or, er, reclining) staple. And with this study striped version, you don’t even need two trees to tie it in between. Just be prepared—it’s so dang comfy one of your guests is definitely gonna take a siesta in it. We’re betting on Uncle Fred.
Mason Jar Lemonade
With just two, count ’em TWO ingredients, making this homemade version of the warm-weather favorite only takes about as much time as slipping into your swimsuit does.
Get the recipe for Mason Jar Lemonade.
DIY Tennis Rackets and Ball
Whether the kiddos want to swing their “rackets” around in the water or out, it’s all good with this homemade tennis set. It cleverly substitutes a balloon for the ball so you don’t have to worry about your flowers getting smooshed while your littles are making like the Williams sisters.
Get the tutorial for DIY Tennis Rackets and Ball.
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Fiberglass pool slides can run thousands of dollars, but this inflatable version only costs about as much as a night out at the movies with the fam! Durable enough that most adults as well as kids can use it, it also features a built-in sprayer system so you can hook it up to your hose and keep things slippery.
Shrimp, Pepper, and Chorizo Kebabs
This summer, ditch the dogs and try grilling something delectably different for your pool party: spicy, flavorful kebabs made with shrimp and sausage. (The secret ingredient is a certain citrus fruit but you’ll need to take a peek at our recipe to find out more…)
Get the recipe for Shrimp, Pepper and Chorizo Kebabs.
DIY Bandana String Lights
Any party planner will tell you that one of the keys to a successful soirée is great lighting. That’s especially true of poolside festivities, which need to be well-lit but not so bright it feels like you’re on display. These adorbs string lights with shades made from bandanas will glow without glaring.
Get the tutorial for DIY Bandana String Lights.
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JBL Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
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Just like proper lighting is crucial for any successful party, so are the tunes! This nifty little Bluetooth speaker from JBL is waterproof, with a battery that lasts a big 12 hours, so you can set it and forget it right by the pool. That jazzy color will even match the water!
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Floating Ball Pool Light
After the sun sets, keep the good times glowing (sorry, we couldn’t resist) with these inflatable globes. Solar-powered, they come on automatically and change colors, too. And unlike similar products, they’re sold four to a pack and are big, at 14 inches each, so they’re sure to make a statement.
DIY Picnic Blanket
If you struggle with providing enough seating for your splash bashes, one (or more!) of these homemade picnic blankets could be the answer to your predicament. They’re simple and cheap to make, but oh-so-smart-looking. Just toss a few comfy pillows on top of each and your backyard oasis is party-ready.
Get the tutorial for DIY Picnic Blankets.
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