During the summer you have to take advantage of the beautiful weather every chance you get before it all fades away again in fall. And there is no better way to spend an evening than with an adult picnic. While some may think of picnicking as something associated with children, it can be a great activity for adults too. With a few tweaks and additions, you can transform an ordinary picnic into a fun and sophisticated experience that any adult would be jealous of!
Today we’re going to talk about 5 easy and fun ways to elevate your adult picnic and make it one to remember.
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1. Do It Up With A Charcuterie
Who doesn’t love a charcuterie board? It’s a super easy and great way to add an extra layer of sophistication to your adult picnic. Not only does it look good, but it tastes even better! There are also so many different options you can go with:
- Cheese and meats
- Fruits and cheeses
- Nuts and dried fruits
- Crackers and dips
- Olives, pickles, and jams
Or all of the above! Which is also what makes charcuterie boards fun. Lastly, they provide your guests with plenty of options. This way there is something for everyone.
Just don’t forget to use a sophisticated charcuterie board or charcuterie letters on Amazon.
2. Serve The Right Type of Drinks
Going along with doing it up with the charcuterie board, you’ll also want to go above and beyond with the drinks. After all, food and drinks are half the reason for having an adult picnic!
Now depending on the type of food you serve and possibly the time of day and environment will change/determine what type of drinks to serve. During the day/evening, you might want to go with a nice wine (or two). Wine also pairs very well if you decide to go with a charcuterie board. You can go with either white or red (or both), but remember to use a wine chiller if you decide on white wine.
On the flip side, you can also go with either creating your own signature cocktail or setting up a mimosa bar kit. Both are great options for an adult picnic and are guaranteed to be a hit. If you go with a signature cocktail, it may be a bit more effort on your end since you’ll need to create your own or do some research online for an idea. If you go with mimosas, you can use a mimosa bar kit to make the whole setup process super easy!
3. Setup a Comfortable Environment
The next step in creating the perfect adult picnic is to make sure your setting is comfortable. Most people think of a picnic and assume that it has to take place outdoors, which isn’t always the case. If you don’t have access to an outdoor space or if the weather doesn’t make it ideal for picnicking outside then you can always create a comfortable indoor space.
You’ll want to make sure that you have enough seating for everyone, and ideally, you should have a mix of chairs, couches, rugs, or blankets so people can get comfortable.
The two must-haves though are blankets and pillows, no picnic is complete without them! Blankets will help to make the floor a bit more comfortable and cozy, and pillows can be used for seating or just as decorative pieces.
4. Add Some Music
When hosting a picnic party, adding music is an absolute must! After all, what’s a picnic without some good tunes in the background? You can go with either playing songs from your own playlist or you can look online for a curated summer picnic playlist.
If you have a bluetooth speaker, that will make the process even easier! Just pair it with your phone or laptop and you’re good to go. If not, just plug in an aux cord from your device to a radio or speakers.
Just remember that this isn’t a rave though, don’t blast the music super loud. A picnic is a social environment for people to eat, drink, laugh, and engage with one another. So the music should be in the background to help set the mood you are looking for!
5. Keep Your Guests Engaged
Speaking of your guests engaging with one another, the last step in your picnic party planning is to make sure your guests are engaged. This shouldn’t be too hard as long as you have set up a comfortable space, added good music, and served delicious food and drinks.
But there are also other activities you can do to keep the conversation going between your guests. You can organize some outdoor games like bocce ball or cornhole. Or if you’re indoors, you could do something like playing card games or trivia.
No matter what activities you decide to do, having a few extra things to do at your adult picnic will ensure that everyone has an amazing time.
You can also set up some conversation starters for your guests as well!
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Ready to Use These Picnic Party Ideas for Adults?
Now that you have all the fun picnic ideas for adults, it’s time to get started! Just remember to be creative and make sure your guests are comfortable, engaged, and having a great time.
With these tips in mind, you’re sure to have an unforgettable evening with friends!
If you want to take it even further, add some decorations to the space. Whether it be a few small flowers, candles, or string lights; these can help create a more inviting atmosphere and add an extra layer of sophistication to your picnic party. With all these simple yet effective ideas, your guests will never forget this amazing experience!
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