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Free 4th of July Party Printables {Plus Tips to Make Throwing a Party Easier}

June 2, 2016 By Angie Kauffman Β· Disclosure: This Post May Contain Affiliate Links. {I may be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.}

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I love the Fourth of July!

Sure, fireworks going off in our neighborhood at all hours of the night aren’t on my favorites list. However, I not only love celebrating our country, but I really enjoy how this summer holiday encourages friends and families to get together.

To celebrate, I decided to share some free 4th of July party printables.

Free 4th of July Party Printables Download {includes invitations and cupcakes toppers}

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Hosting a 4th of July (or any holiday) get together doesn’t have to break the bank or be complicated. I like trying to make visiting with friends and families a priority, so I’m going to share some tips to make hosting a get together easier and more enjoyable.

Go Casual with Invitations

In the 4th of July party printables that I have free in this post, there is a 5×7 invitation. (There are actually two on a page to save on printing.) Or, if you’re going for even more casual, just send out emails or even texts.

Free printable 4th of July (or other patriotic holidays) invitations

Plan for a Potluck

I often find that one of the most time-consuming things about having a party is all of the food preparation. Why not skip out on some of this and depend on your guests to help fill out your menu? A great idea for this could be to plan to provide the entree (maybe burgers and hot dogs) and drinks and then ask each of your guests to bring a dish or dessert to share.

If you’re planning to do that, be sure to mention it in the invitation. You might consider asking people to RSVP and let you know what they’re planning to bring. This can help you make sure that you end up with a good variety of food.

Clean but Don’t Decorate

Decorating for a party can set a festive mood. But, do you know what else sets a festive mood? A host that’s not exhausted! Of course, it’s a great idea to clean your house ahead of time; if it’s particularly close friends or family even that might be optional. (Oh, you know it’s true. I just had the guts to say it.)

One of the reasons that I included cupcake toppers in the 4th of July party printables is that I think they make great party decorations. I know it’s a small and simple decoration, but you’d be surprised how much more festive your food area can look when you have out a platter of cupcakes that are all decorated for the party. Bonus!

Free 4th of July cupcake toppers and matching invitations {plus tips for easier party planning}

You can grab the 4th of July party printables, which includes the 4th of July invitations and cupcakes toppers here.

Plan to Relax and Enjoy Yourself

Getting together with friends and family can be so much fun. But, do you know what isn’t fun? When you spend the whole time stressed out and busy! I know, because I have spent many a party thinking later that I hardly actually spoke to anyone because I was so busy with food, cleaning up messes, and making sure everyone was having a good time.

Do as much as you can ahead of time, get guests to help with some of the food or other things, and plan to actually visit and enjoy your party.

Take Care of Yourself

Having people over is fun, but it can also be tiring and hard on your body. So, after you’ve had your fun, you’ll want to clean up your house and clean up yourself!

Do you have any tried-and-true party planning tips?

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About Angie Kauffman

Angie, mom to three very fun kids, is the founder of Real Life at Home.Β  With degrees in elementary education (B.A.) and special education (M.S.Ed.), as well as being a former homeschooler, she is passionate about supporting both parents and teachers by providing printables, crafts, and activities to help children learn and grow.

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  1. Mami2jcn says

    June 3, 2016 at 8:52 am

    Make lists and enlist help from friends and guests.

    Reply
  2. Mami2jcn says

    June 3, 2016 at 8:53 am

    tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/738715132449165312

    Reply
  3. Julie Wood says

    June 3, 2016 at 9:45 am

    Use disposable dinnerware to save time of doing dishes. Have others help by bringing a dish or dessert to the party. And I like getting a lot of my party items, such as balloons and decorations at the $1 Dollar Store.

    Reply
  4. Julie Wood says

    June 3, 2016 at 9:46 am

    https://twitter.com/JewelWood/status/738728527768358912

    Reply
  5. Elle says

    June 3, 2016 at 10:06 am

    My best tip is to always make a list (don’t rely on memory) and don’t be afraid to ask for help from friends or family. You don’t have to do it alone. Others will gladly help.

    Reply
  6. Elle says

    June 3, 2016 at 10:10 am

    Tweet: https://twitter.com/PrettyHotPink6/status/738734539674095616

    Reply
  7. Jeffrey says

    June 3, 2016 at 11:24 am

    When we plan our kids’ birthday parties our secret is sharing the responsibilities and we are never afraid to ask for help from our parents. They are usually more that willing to lend a hand. Take the cake for instance, I am the baker and my wife is the decorator and nobody would have it any other way. They wouldn’t eat a cake made by her and they wouldn’t be able to look at one made by me!

    Reply
  8. Jeffrey says

    June 3, 2016 at 11:26 am

    I shared on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FireRunner2379/status/738753484498030593.

    Reply
  9. Elena says

    June 3, 2016 at 12:47 pm

    My tip is to stock up on drinks and snacks a few days before the party

    Reply
  10. Elena says

    June 3, 2016 at 12:47 pm

    https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/738774086399066113

    Reply
  11. Kelly D says

    June 3, 2016 at 1:20 pm

    My tip is to set a few drink dispensers out so guests can help themselves.

    Reply
  12. Kelly D says

    June 3, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    tweet
    https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/738782651834859521

    Reply
  13. CR Williams says

    June 3, 2016 at 6:08 pm

    I don’t have any tried and true tips but I definitely learnt alot.

    Reply
  14. OFG says

    June 3, 2016 at 10:41 pm

    https://twitter.com/OneFrugalGirl/status/738923399595069441

    Reply
  15. OFG says

    June 3, 2016 at 10:43 pm

    To never go overboard. You don’t need much for people to have a whole lot of fun!

    Reply
  16. maria cantu says

    June 4, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    Don’t have tips.

    Reply
  17. Natalie says

    June 4, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    My best tip is to make recipes that don’t require a lot of refridgeration because you can put stuff out ahead of time and you only have so much fridge space!

    Reply
  18. Natalie says

    June 4, 2016 at 7:19 pm

    tweet https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/739233896248709120

    Reply
  19. Lisa Brown says

    June 5, 2016 at 10:03 am

    party planning tips, we do not do anything on the 4th: just stay home and enjoy a quite and lazy day.
    jslbrown2009 at aol dot com

    Reply
  20. Lisa Brown says

    June 5, 2016 at 10:04 am

    tweet-https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/739457767799279616
    jslbrown2009 at aol dot com

    Reply
  21. Madeline says

    June 5, 2016 at 4:30 pm

    We like to have fun games available like a bean bag toss and bocce ball.

    Reply
  22. Madeline says

    June 5, 2016 at 4:35 pm

    Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/739556196047167488

    Reply
  23. Amy Tong says

    June 5, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    My try and true party planning tip is plan ahead and only use recipe that I’ve tried in the past. πŸ™‚

    amy [at] uTry [dot] it

    Reply
  24. Amy Tong says

    June 5, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    tweeted:
    https://twitter.com/uTry_it/status/739564127723487232

    amy [at] uTry [dot] it

    Reply
  25. Jessie C. says

    June 5, 2016 at 10:03 pm

    Making ahead a checklist always helps me a lot for party planning.
    tcarolinep at gmail dot com

    Reply
  26. Jessie C. says

    June 5, 2016 at 10:04 pm

    tweet-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/739638438400380928

    Reply
  27. heather says

    June 5, 2016 at 10:11 pm

    My tip is to plan ahead and shop the sales and have lots of variety for your guests.

    Reply
  28. Mita says

    June 7, 2016 at 10:11 am

    Plan ahead and stock up on drinks and snacks

    Reply
  29. Cynthia C says

    June 7, 2016 at 12:13 pm

    My best tip is to choose foods that can be made ahead of time. It really helps you enjoy the day.

    Reply
  30. Cynthia C says

    June 7, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    Tweet

    https://twitter.com/clc408/status/740215361807777792

    Reply
  31. Erika says

    June 10, 2016 at 10:13 pm

    Make it an outdoor party and the clean up is a lot easier!

    chambanachik(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  32. Kristin says

    June 13, 2016 at 3:26 pm

    Lists, lists, and more lists! Use paper plates, silverware, cups, etc. And for thank you notes, have guests fill out an envelope with their address as they arrive. It only takes them a second and is so much easier on you! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  33. Gloria says

    June 13, 2016 at 4:23 pm

    Get the kids involved in the decorating. Even the littlest ones can color or doodle in festive colors. The older ones can make banners and such. A pack of construction paper, some crayons/markers and a designated time beforehand makes for some really cute party decos that your friends and relatives are sure to love!

    Reply
  34. Katie S says

    June 13, 2016 at 8:33 pm

    Make as much as you can ahead of time! And use disposables where ever you can!

    Reply
  35. Tina M says

    June 16, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    I use disposable dinnerware and cup, so I dont need to clean dishes!

    Reply
  36. Tina M says

    June 16, 2016 at 9:37 pm

    https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/743618136113549312

    Reply
  37. Gina M says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:39 pm

    My tip is to do as much prep in advance as possible. This really cuts down on the host feeling overwhelmed.

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  38. Gina M says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:40 pm

    tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/743906081378832384

    Reply
  39. Stephanie Phelps says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:12 pm

    We always try to keep it simple with lots of quick grilling foods and fruit that can be made ahead of time and lots of water games like water balloons and small swimming pools!

    Reply
  40. Stephanie Phelps says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:12 pm

    I tweeted
    https://twitter.com/my4boysand1/status/744306235592290304

    Reply
  41. natasha Lamoreux says

    June 20, 2016 at 6:59 pm

    https://twitter.com/Natashalamoreu1/status/745028281976553472

    Reply
  42. natasha Lamoreux says

    June 20, 2016 at 7:01 pm

    Plan your party in advance so you can shop the sales. Also try to get an accurate head count so you’re not over purchasing.

    Reply
  43. elizabeth p says

    June 23, 2016 at 11:12 am

    We love to have a picnic with family and play games outside. truckredford(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  44. elizabeth p says

    June 23, 2016 at 11:13 am

    https://twitter.com/eliza_elliott/status/745997602353668096

    Reply
  45. Kerry says

    June 25, 2016 at 6:14 pm

    My only tip is to do what you can in advance to prepare for the party day. Make some foods ahead of time if you can.

    Reply
  46. Kerry says

    June 25, 2016 at 6:28 pm

    tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/746832059721728000

    Reply
  47. shelly peterson says

    June 25, 2016 at 7:59 pm

    Prepare as much as possible the night before and do it potluck style to make it easier on you.
    cshell090869 at aol dot com

    Reply
  48. shelly peterson says

    June 25, 2016 at 8:00 pm

    tweeted https://twitter.com/cshell202/status/746855436716957696
    cshell090869 at aol dot com

    Reply
  49. Linda says

    June 25, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    Keep it simple, some crafts and games.

    Reply
  50. Linda says

    June 25, 2016 at 10:25 pm

    Tweet https://twitter.com/Lindiac/status/746891877702500352

    Reply
  51. Cheryl B says

    June 25, 2016 at 10:53 pm

    Mu best tip is to shop the dollar stores for inexpensive decorations.

    Reply
  52. Cheryl B says

    June 25, 2016 at 10:54 pm

    https://mobile.twitter.com/arress83/status/746899359778869249

    Reply
  53. Ellie Wright says

    June 26, 2016 at 11:23 pm

    My only tip is to have everyone bring sides or desserts. It’s so much easier than being responsible for all the food.

    Reply
  54. Ellie Wright says

    June 26, 2016 at 11:24 pm

    tweeted
    https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/747268693445357568

    Reply
  55. Erica Best says

    June 27, 2016 at 7:09 pm

    I do not plan party

    Reply
  56. Erica Best says

    June 27, 2016 at 7:47 pm

    https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/747576222356504576

    Reply
  57. Thomas Murphy says

    June 29, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    Have everyone bring something.

    Reply
  58. Thomas Murphy says

    June 29, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    tweeted
    https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/748232969345708032

    Reply
  59. Tabathia B says

    June 29, 2016 at 10:35 pm

    I like getting decorating items from the dollar store

    tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  60. Tabathia B says

    June 29, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    tweet https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/748341160930906116

    tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  61. Betty C says

    June 30, 2016 at 12:49 am

    I don’t host parties. The closest I get is the occasional pot luck so I can’t offer any tips.

    Reply
  62. Betty C says

    June 30, 2016 at 12:50 am

    Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/748378165081477120

    Reply
  63. Shawn Gallagher says

    June 30, 2016 at 3:22 am

    Buy lots of food, have lots of party favors, and make sure there’s always something for the kids to do!

    Reply
  64. Shawn Gallagher says

    June 30, 2016 at 3:23 am

    2nd entry https://mobile.twitter.com/Esham4life/status/748416051436732416

    Reply
  65. Debbie B says

    June 30, 2016 at 10:06 am

    I posted a tweet here:

    https://twitter.com/purplepanda1966/status/748517856875143170

    Reply
  66. Debbie B says

    June 30, 2016 at 10:07 am

    I don’t really plan parties much but my tip would be to make lists and plan ahead

    Reply
  67. angie says

    June 30, 2016 at 10:25 am

    The #1 thing that I do for ALL of my parties is make them a pot luck and BYOB. I provide a main dish, plates etc., and a few beverage selections and everyone who comes brings a food dish and any drink they may want (BYOB is optional but food is not). Saves me so much time and headache and people really seem to love it.

    Reply
  68. angie says

    June 30, 2016 at 10:25 am

    I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/748522230011805696

    Reply
  69. Jerry Marquardt says

    June 30, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    My tried-and-true party planning tip is to plan way ahead of time and get the invitations out as early as possible.

    Reply
  70. Jerry Marquardt says

    June 30, 2016 at 5:36 pm

    I publicly Tweeted this giveaway: https://twitter.com/versatileer/status/748630990566866944

    Reply
  71. Sarah L says

    June 30, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    Do as much as you can the day before so you have more time to enjoy your own party.
    Thanks for the contest.

    Reply
  72. Sarah L says

    June 30, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    https://twitter.com/slehan/status/748633076046061568

    Reply
  73. Anastasia Falling says

    June 30, 2016 at 7:39 pm

    I have no idea how to plan a party. Not something I do πŸ™‚ Parties just happen when enough people show up! lol πŸ™‚ That’s my “plan” πŸ™‚

    Reply
  74. Anastasia Falling says

    June 30, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    Tweeted πŸ™‚ – https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/748662169202397184

    Reply
  75. Kristen says

    June 30, 2016 at 8:49 pm

    I like to go casual….just make sure there’s plenty to eat and drink and be sure to introduce people who don’t know each other.

    Reply
  76. Terry Stevens says

    June 30, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    Tweeted-https://twitter.com/birdiebee52/status/748688467878481920

    Reply
  77. Terry Stevens says

    June 30, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    I buy all of my party supplies at the Dollar Tree (or dollar stores) to save money.

    Reply

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