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
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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Linking to these wonderful parties!
Susan B
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Hi Susan, Loved those delicious food images. Specially Cheesy Spinach Crescents look so appealing! PINNED it.