Is anyone else crazy excited for the first pool party of the season? I can’t think of anything that screams “summer” better than chilling out in the water on a scorching hot day with a few of my BFFs, can you? It feels like it took forever for the weather to heat up enough this year! It’s funny because we had some crazy hot days in the middle of winter, of all times, when I thought “I SO wish my pool was open!” Now that it’s June, it’s finally starting to warm up! I’m ready to call everyone up and get them over to my place for an amazing pool party and barbecue! You too? Awesome, let’s party together with these fab ideas to take our bash to the next level!
Totally Chill Pool Party Ideas You’ll Love
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Food ideas
No party is complete without food. Here are some menu ideas for your party.
1- Snack bar. There is no better way to get the energy you need to swim other than from snacks! Offer guests a candy bar with water-themed snacks, such as:
- seaweed fruit strips
- pearl gumballs
- fish-shaped crackers
- golden chocolate coins
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2- Sliders. Sliders are ideal for a pool party, and the options are endless! You can offer hotdog sliders, hamburger sliders, sandwich sliders, tomato and mozzarella sliders, and so many more!
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3- Pool water to drink! Real pool water tastes horrible, but mixing lemonade and blue Hawaiian punch creates a tasty drink. Serve with ice, cups, and striped-straws!
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4- Plenty of fruit. Fruit and summer just go together. Pineapple, melons, and cold grapes will keep your guests hydrated and cool! Fruit is also perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
Games
Consider having these games at your summer pool party for ultimate fun! Here’s a hint: stock up on pool noodles! You can do like a million things with them, including these games.
5- Pool side bowling
This works just like normal bowling, but with a fun outdoor twist!
What you’ll need:
- Yoga mat
- Pool noodles
- Big beach ball
- 10 soda bottles
Setting up:
- Create a bowling lane out of the yoga mat and the pool noodles. Lay the mat on a flat surface near the pool and line the mat with the noodles.
- Set up the bottles in the shape of normal bowling pins.
- Use the bowling ball to knock them over!
6-. Ring noodle toss
Ring noodle toss is just like normal ring toss!
What you’ll need:
- pool noodles
- scissors
- glue
Setting up:
- Cut pool noodles into small pieces. Place them in the grass so that they are vertical.
- Create rings out of the other pool noodles by gluing the ends together
- See who has the best aim!
Extras
7- Create a lounge area! Too much swimming and sun is sure to make your guests tired. Create an outdoor lounge using an inflatable kiddie pool, pillows, and towels! This is a fun way to relax during the day.
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We love a good pool party in summer! These are some fantastic tips! Thanks for sharing.
Love the pool bowling idea. I’ve never seen this and it would be a great way to use some of my older yoga mats. We use the smaller wading pools for our doggy so he can join in the pool party fun.
That lounge area picture is hilarious! I love pool parties! Fun food and drinks are always ways to make them more exciting!
I love summer. Pool parties are always my favorite, so it’s a good thing we have a pool! I love all of these ideas, especially the pool water drinks.
I love all these pool party ideas. It’s so important to have great pool games to keep everyone entertained and engaged.
These look like great ideas for summer fun! I love a good slider and lemon water. I haven’t been to a pool party in awhile though. Think I need to find new friends. lol!
I want to go to a party like this! I’m too lazy to throw one, but I’d show up to a pool party for sure. Plus we don’t have a pool.
The pool water blue punch idea is so fun. And sliders are great for any kind of party!
These are all great tips for a chill pool party. I love the idea of playing the noodle toss game for the pool. You always have to have at least some foods to eat at a pool party. I have never heard of the hot dog sliders which I find interesting. Thanks for sharing the party idea.
These all sound like great pool party ideas. My kids love playing with pool noodles. Love the kiddie pool idea for relaxing.
I am giggling looking at the kiddie pool pic. These are great pool party ideas though. I wish we have a pool.
That kiddie pool pic is hilarious. I can see myself doing that! Can’t wait for summer though. I’ll be at my moms most of the time since she has a pool or at the river.
He he, I love that little pool pic lol. I would do that too on a hot day. I love these pool ideas.
When I was younger I always wished I could have a pool birthday party (probably never gonna happen with a Feb birthday). I think the pool water is a cool concept for a drink!