10 Ways Balloons Can Help You Throw a Memorable Graduation Party
- Balloons are an affordable way to add pops of color and stunning decorations to any backyard grad party.
- These ideas for throwing an outdoor graduation party are easy to do yourself or easy to order for delivery.
- Ultimate Party is a premier choice for custom balloon arrangements, available for pickup or delivery in the Nashville, TN area.
Whether your kiddo is graduating from kindergarten or completing their college degree, a celebration is due to commemorate their hard work and great achievement! Sure, banners and streamers are a classic way to decorate for any party, but we say make a big statement with balloons! Ultimate Party has some great ideas for throwing an outdoor graduation party.
Balloon Arch Ideas for Outdoor Graduation Party
Balloon arches are an affordable way to make eye-catching decorations for any party. You can place one big balloon arch at the entryway to a party, or place several arches to create a balloon-lined pathway into a party space. Balloon arches can be organic, using several sizes of latex balloons, or the same-size balloons in different colors can be used to create swirling patterns.
A balloon arch is also a perfect arrangement to create a focal point for a photo shoot area where guests can gather and take pictures with one another. Using the school's colors is a great choice to honor the years the graduate has spent learning at their institution. You can purchase DIY balloon arch kits or design a custom balloon arch online from Ultimate Party to be delivered to your backyard grad party in the Nashville, TN area.
'Class of' Balloons
If your graduate is inviting members of their class to the event, then giving tribute to all graduating members of the class is a great idea for your outdoor graduation party. Say congratulations to all loudly with letter and number balloons that spell out 'Class of' and the graduating year.
Mix and match classic graduation colors of black, gold, or silver to make your balloon message pop. Foil letter and number balloons can be strung together on a ribbon to form a banner, filled with helium and tied to separate balloon weights, or taped to a wall for extra stability when it's windy out.
Balloon Centerpieces for Tables
Air-filled balloon centerpieces are a lovely way to accent a buffet table or tables where guests will sit and chill with each other. They are also a good idea for an outdoor graduation party because they are weighted down and shouldn't budge from where you place them. A typical balloon centerpiece features one mylar balloon with graphics and multiple latex balloons at the base.
Floating Balloon Bouquets
Floating balloon bouquets are a versatile idea for an outdoor graduation party because you can easily move them around anywhere you want. You can line a walkway, surround your outdoor party space, or place them on tables. When your backyard grad party is over, you can send any graduates attending home with a balloon bouquet as their party favor!
Ultimate Party can help you design the perfect balloon bouquets for delivery or pickup at our Hendersonville, TN, location. We have a large selection of mylar graduation balloons and a humongous collection of latex balloons, where you're sure to find your school's colors, specialty balloons in metallic shades, or balloons with confetti filling.
Confetti & Balloon-Themed Tableware
If the standard black graduation cap plastered everywhere has you feeling bored, swap your graduation-themed table covers, plates, and napkins for colorful confetti and balloon-themed tableware. It's sure to pop just as much as your balloon decorations. We love the idea of disposables for an outdoor graduation party because you can wrap everything up in your plastic table cover and pitch it in the garbage for easy cleanup.
Let Ultimate Party help you design the perfect custom balloon arrangements for your backyard grad party. We'll prepare your balloons the day of the party for pickup or delivery in the Nashville area. We can also provide any party rentals you need, like tables, chairs, tents, and more. Stop by our location or shop for graduation party supplies online with free shipping on orders of $50 or more.
FAQs
What are some ideas for activities at an outdoor graduation party?
Some popular game and activity ideas for throwing an outdoor graduation party include yard games like cornhole and horseshoe, a photo booth with props, karaoke, and asking guests to write down advice for the graduate's plans.
How do I plan an outdoor graduation party?
Start with a bulleted list! Here's how to get started:
- Set a budget and stick to it.
- Make a guest list and send invitations about 4-6 weeks in advance.
- Decide where the party will be held.
- Book catering or plan the food and drinks you'll prepare.
- Buy your party supplies.
- Delegate jobs to friends and family who will help with the party.
- Make a party checklist.
