30 Must Make Graduation Party Food Ideas

Planning a graduation party can be overwhelming from the decorations to the food. Having done this before I thought I would share these 30 Graduation Party Food Ideas to make it easy on you! When I plan any kind of party, I usually start with the theme, decorations then the food. Most likely you will choose your theme based on the graduate’s school colors. There are plenty of colorful grad party decorations to make the celebration festive. Personally, I like the party pinwheels. The make a fun backdrop for the dessert table or photo booth.  You can see some of these creative ideas and inspiration with these creative graduation themes here!

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30 Must Make Graduation Party Food Ideas

APPETIZERS

Cuban Sliders Appetizers | Home.Made.Interest

 Thai Meatball Mania Appetizer  |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Jalapeno Cream Cheese Bacon Bites

Reuben Roll-Ups  |  Spend With Pennies

Parmesan Goat Cheese with Basil Oil |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Fresh Rainbow Salsa

Mexican Corn Dip

Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Nacho Bar  |  The Gunny Sack

Cheesy Spinach Crescents  |  Klienworth & Co.

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DRINKS

Non-Alcoholic Fruit Sangria Drink  |  The Idea Room

Non-Alcoholic Watermelon Peach Spritzer   |  What’s Cooking, Love?

Non-Alcoholic Mojito  |  Live Like You Are Rich

COCKTAILS

Blueberry Vodka Lemonade  |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

 This Blueberry Vodka Lemonade I actually made for the adults at my daughter’s graduation party – so good! Garnish with a skewer of blueberries!

Pomegranate Sea Breeze | OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Mexican Strawberry Tequila Mojito

Looking for more cocktail options? Check out these additional 25 Summer Cocktail Recipes here!

SALADS

BLT Pasta Salad  |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Greek Tortellini Salad  |  Spend with Pennies

Strawberry Broccoli Salad  |  CarlsBad Cravings

Tomato and Cucumber Feta Salad |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Caprese Salad Recipe  |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Classic Taco Salad Recipe  | Kenarry Ideas for the Home

Homemade Creamy Coleslaw  |  Tastes of Lizzy T

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HOT SIDE DISHES

Colby Jack Cheese and Bacon Mashed Potato Casserole  |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Bacon Brussels Sprouts Side Dish  |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Baked Beans  |  OHMY-CREATIVE.COM

ENTREES

Easy Baked Ziti Casserole Recipe  |  Tastes of Lizzy T

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe  |  Tidy Mom

Baked Fried Chicken  |  Dinner at the Zoo

Beefy Nacho Casserole  |  The Wanderlust Kitchen

Chicken Fettuccine Casserole  |  Somewhat Simple

Slow Cooker Ham with Maple Brown Sugar Glaze  |  No. 2 Pencil

Homemade Dijon Pretzel Wrapped Hot Dogs with Maple-Dijon Dipping Sauce  |  Will Cook for Smiles

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