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Gather at the park -

With various shaded areas and plenty of space for small or big crowds, this location is convenient for families and large parties. 

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Host it in your backyard -

You can't go wrong with a backyard graduation party. Gather everyone on the deck and the lawn for good food and ice-cold drinks!

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Set up yard games -

If the party is in your yard, why not set up some games? From bean bag toss to yard pong, and badminton, there are plenty of activities to choose from.

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Use a Polaroid photo album as a guest book -

Set up a table with a Polaroid camera, permanent markers, and a photo album so everyone can add their pics and messages.

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Rent out your favorite restaurant -

Consider this idea if you don't want to worry too much about space or cleaning up afterward, and want some good food, of course. 

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Bring in a food truck -

From tacos to burgers, having a food truck at a graduation party will be a definite crowd-pleaser.

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Gather on the beach -

For the laid-back graduate, celebrate by swimming, walking the shoreline, or making sand art during the get-together.

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Get food catered -

Keep the celebration in the comfort of your own home, but don't stress about the cooking!

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Ask for advice -

Set up some mason jars, or get a nice guest book, and ask guests to write down their best post-graduate tips and tricks.

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Feature a balloon arch -

Balloon arches are seriously a great way to level up any party! Have fun with the colors! 

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Throw a pool party -

Whether you have your own pool or rent out a local one, take advantage of warm weather by hosting a graduation pool party!

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Feature a custom cake display -

This is, after all, a graduation party! So decorate either a tiered cake or individual cupcakes with graduation flair.

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Suggest books instead of cards -

This has become popular for baby showers to start a library for the child, but it's also a genius idea for graduates who would like to grow their personal book collection!

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Rent a photo booth -

Everyone loves taking photos at events, and a photo booth will only add to the fun! 

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Host a pizza party -

High school and college years are often filled with pizza parties. So why not lean into that during the graduation party?

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Create an epic charcuterie board -

Elevate your graduation party with a tasty meat and cheese board! It's filled with easy and delicious appetizers. 

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Put together a potluck -

Request that everyone brings a dish, and focus less on the presentation and more on the gathering of important people in your life. 

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Have a karaoke space -

A karaoke machine will guarantee some major laughs while guests pass around the microphone! 

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Rent a retro popcorn maker -

Give your party an extra pop with a vintage machine. It will be a hit with all the popcorn lovers.

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Hire a live band -

Whether you add a dance floor or not, there's nothing like a live band to make your party truly special!

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Rent a bounce house -

Sure, bounce houses are more for children's parties. But graduates can always remain young at heart!

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Make it a Luau -

Gift everyone with a flowery lei, serve up some fruity umbrella drinks, and celebrate in tropical style.

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Use a slushie machine -

This creative beverage is the perfect way to cool down your guests! You could even make margaritas for people in the legal age group!

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Rent a rooftop -

Admire the sunset and the surrounding views on top of a rooftop! Nothing says "reaching new heights" more than this! 

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Throw a bonfire -

Keep the celebration cozy and going late in the evening by hanging out around a bonfire! 

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Use roarin' '20s inspiration -

From the outfits to the drinks, throw a flapper-themed grad party for a chic celebration! 

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Incorporate your birth year or decade -

Alternatively, throw it back by asking guests to dress in the style of the graduate's birth year. Don't forget to play popular music from that time period.

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Visit a theme park -

Take your friends and family out by spending the day on some fun rides, after all, life itself is a roller coaster!

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Rep the school colors -

Decorate in the colors of either the high school or college, and ask for friends and family to show up in school spirit as well.

Sources: (Parade) (Good Housekeeping) 

See also: Delicious party snacks that will please every guest

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