Graduation party planning season is here! And, we all know when it comes to planning a great graduation party it’s ALL about the food!
Whether you’re planning a small gathering with family, an outdoor party with friends or a big grad bash, you’ll find 33 awesome graduation party food ideas here to make your grad party memorable and fun!
1. Macaroni and Cheese Bar
This scrumptious Mac & Cheese Bar will have your grad party guests lingering for hours. And, it’s easy to create! For the how-to and more inspiration visit Mama Challenge.
2. Colorful Fruit Buffet
When planning your graduation party, don’t be afraid to think outside the box. This Colorful Fruit Buffet is different and completely amazing! For more ideas and inspiration visit House of Grace Design.
3. Self Serve Burrito Bowl Bar
Make your graduation party planning easy with this Self Serve Burrito Bowl Bar. It’s perfect for kids and adults alike! For more ideas and inspiration visit The Handmade Home.
4. Grazing Station
The beauty of grazing stations is that you can combine literally any food or appetizers you like! You make the rules! Image compliments of Pinterest.
5. Sparkling Juice Bar
How sweet and creative is this Sparkling Juice Bar? Toss in a few in-season fruits like raspberries, oranges, limes or strawberries, and your grad party guests will be completely impressed! For more ideas and inspiration visit Chelsea’s Messy Apron.
6. Coffee Bar
For a casual morning brunch graduation party, think about having a simple Coffee Bar with a few specialty coffees & creams and a variety of delectable treats. It’s adorable and super easy to do! (Hint: Copy this look! Here’s an inexpensive chalkboard you can order!) For more ideas and inspiration visit Fantabulosity.
7. Outdoor Sandwich Buffet in a Canoe
Even a simple grad party food spread can look totally fabulous depending on how you display it. Both functional and clever, this Outdoor Sandwich Buffet in a Canoe makes a stand-out statement! For more ideas and inspiration visit Simple Bites.
8. Make Your Own Panini Bar
For a fresh idea you may not see anywhere else, this Make Your Own Panini Bar is ultra unique and fun! Image compliments of Pinterest. (HINT: Copy this look! Order your own custom printable sign – pick your own wording, color and font!)
9. Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Add a splash of color and variety to your graduation party dessert table with Chocolate Dipped Strawberries. They’re festive, delicious and everyone loves them! Plus, they’re super easy to make yourself! For an easy 2-minute tutorial watch this video. (HINT: Copy this look!
10. Rustic Drink Station
When you plan your grad party, don’t forget to get creative with the drink stations. You don’t need to spend a lot. This simple Rustic Drink Station is both beautiful and inviting. (Hint: Here’s a few more creative drink station ideas!)
11. Root Beer Float Bar
This creative and fun Root Beer Float Bar will definitely get your guests talking! Plus, the kids will love it!
12. Yogurt Parfait Bar
If you’re looking for a fresh graduation party food idea, look no further! This Yogurt Parfait Bar with a variety of toppings is the perfect set-up. Pair with a few different flavors of coffee and juice along with a selection of donuts or breakfast breads and you’ll have a fun and inviting graduation party menu that won’t disappoint.
13. Brownie Bar
This Brownie Bar is the best! It’s creative and easy, and the cool part is you can make everything in advance leaving you with plenty of time to focus on what matters the day of the party.
14. Pizza Bar
Who doesn’t love pizza? America’s all-time favorite food is sure to be a hit at your grad party! Be sure to offer the standards like pepperoni and cheese, but throw in a few unique pizzas to tempt people to try!
15. Make Your Own Baked Potato Bar
Your guests will love this delicious Make Your Own Baked Potato Bar where they can customize their potato with all their favorite toppings.
16. Fruit Kabobs
Finger foods are always great to have at any graduation party and these simple Fruit Kabobs are refreshing, adorable and delicious!
17. French Fry Bar
Food bars are all the rage at parties and this French Fry Bar tops the list of the newest and most creative!
18. Candy Buffet
Everyone loves candy! Whether you have a few choice candies displayed on your dessert table or a full-blown Candy Buffet, your guests will absolutely love it! Plus, you can color coordinate your candy with your grad party colors!
19. Chips & Salsa Bar
Honestly, is there anyone out there who doesn’t love chips and salsa? Display various types of chips and a variety of delicious salsas and your Chips & Salsa Bar will be a huge hit with kids and parents alike! Image compliments of Pinterest.
20. Salty Bar
Instead of a traditional “sweets” bar, do something different at your grad party like this clever Salty Bar. Set up a variety of your favorite salty snacks like pretzels, chips, and salted nuts and you’ll have a cool set-up your guests will never forget!
21. Pasta Bar
You can’t go wrong with delicious and hearty food like this Pasta Bar filled with different kinds of pasta and toppings. Pair with salad and rolls and there’s a chance your guests won’t ever leave!
22. Popcorn Bar
This Popcorn Bar will keep all your grad guests snackin’ and happy. Be sure to offer plenty of different seasonings, nuts, and candy so they can create their own delicious flavor combination. Here’s seasonings you can order. Just buy inexpensive salt/pepper shakers at the dollar store and add labels.
23. Fabulous Chocolate Fountain
For an absolutely beautiful presentation, go with a Fabulous Chocolate Fountain. Pair with an assortment of fresh fruits, marshmallows, donuts, and pound cake and it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser! Here’s a step-by-step guide with fantastic ideas to make your dessert table top-notch.
24. Simple Burger Bar
Whether you cook them yourself on the grill or cater them, burgers are always a great graduation party food idea! Plus, it’s a no-fuss way to feed a crowd.
25. Taco Bar with All the Fixings
You can’t go wrong with a Mexican food spread and a Taco Bar with All the Fixings will definitely win the crowd over!
26. Donut Bar
There’s not a graduate (or parent) out there who wouldn’t dive into this delicious donut bar. Think about adding a chalkboard like this one (or smaller) for a cool and easy presentation.
27. The Ultimate Salad Bar
With people opting for healthier food options, this colorful salad bar will make a total WOW statement at your graduation party.
28. Pretzel Station
I’m lovin’ this simple idea! You can’t go wrong with a Pretzel Station and this creative display with all the yummy pretzels dips is the coolest!
29. Southern Spread
For Southerners who love their wings, mashed potatoes and corn, this spread is sure to please the crowd.
30. Waffle Bar
Celebrate your graduate’s sweet ending and new beginning with this adorable Waffle Bar. For the delicious cake mix waffle recipe and topping suggestions visit Mom Loves Baking.
31. Build Your Own Ice Cream Sundae Bar
By the time graduation season rolls around the temps start rising. This fun Build Your Own Ice Cream Sundae Bar with all the fixings will make a huge splash and cool everyone down at your graduation party.
32. “One Smart Cookie” Bar
How cute is this “One Smart Cookie” Bar? Make it small with a few cookies or go all out with a huge variety of cookies. Either way, your guests will love it!
33. Build Your Own Hot Dog Bar
For a casual, no-fuss grad party, host a Build Your Own Hot Dog Bar. Toss in fresh fruit, pasta salad or coleslaw (or any other fabulous sides you fancy) and it’s sure to be a hit
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