25 Best Pool Party Ideas

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Summer Shrimp Tacos

This festive shrimp and mango recipe is ideal for impromptu summer gatherings when you need a quick dinner that requires minimal cooking. Let your friends pick their own toppings and make the taco of their dreams!

See more at Oh Joy!.

SHOP SALAD DRESSING

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Ice Cream Float Bar

This ice cream float bar is perfect for a summer soirée by the pool and can be enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Give this childhood favorite a twist by serving it with sparkling juices and flavored sodas.

See more at Julie Blanner.

SHOP SPARKLING JUICES

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Pool Balloons

Balloons are one of the easiest and most affordable ways to decorate for any party. Bring a playful splash of color to your pool by floating balloons in the water.

See more at The House That Lars Built.

SHOP BALLOONS

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Pastel Pool Party

Create the pastel pool party of your dreams with a magical pale pink ombre cake, custom confetti, and flamingo lawn ornaments. No pool? No problem. Let your guests cool their heels on a hot day in an inflatable pool.

See more at Random Acts of Pastel.

SHOP INFLATABLE POOLS

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DIY Fruit Straws

These DIY fruit straws will add a little bit of fun to your favorite beverage. Make them in minutes with this free printable.

See more at Persia Lou.

SHOP STRAWS

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DIY Table Tiki Torches

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DIY Pool Towel Rack

An old baby crib rail is converted into a poolside drying rack in this clever and easy tutorial. Not only for towels, you can also use this convenient rack to dry swimsuits and pool toys.

See more at The Kim Six Fix.

SHOP OUTDOOR CORDING

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DIY Backyard Fire Pit

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DIY Confetti Pineapple Centerpiece

Pineapples are not only delicious—they can also be decorative. Cover this classic symbol of summer in confetti to serve as a playful centerpiece at your pool party.

See more at Mod Podge Rocks.

SHOP CONFETTI

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Cherry Pie Moonshine

Your pool party is sure to be a hit with this summery recipe for cherry pie moonshine. Serve it ice cold in Mason jars.

See more at Addicted 2 DIY.

SHOP CHERRY JUICE

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Creamy Lime Watermelon Cake

It may look like a cake but it's actually a watermelon in disguise! And it makes the perfect refreshing treat in the summer heat.

See more at Lemon Thistle.

SHOP WHIPPED CREAM

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Floral Photo Backdrop

Your guests will love posing in front of this floral photo backdrop that screams summer. This project packs a big punch, but it's easy to make with wood contact paper and tissue flowers.

See more at This Little Street.

SHOP WOOD CONTACT PAPER

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DIY Pallet Tiki Bar

If you really want to go all out for your next pool party, consider building this DIY pallet tiki bar. If you happen to have a palm tree on your property, that can serve as the roof!

See more at The House House.

SHOP GROUND SPIKES

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DIY Tiki Bar Top

This tiki bar project is just as festive as the last one but easier to pull together using kraft paper, a grass table skirt, and a few other materials. It cost around $40 and took a couple hours to create.

See more at Gray House Studio.

SHOP GRASS TABLE SKIRTS

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Strawberry Daiquiri Popsicles

These strawberry daiquiri popsicles will be the perfect compliment to your summer entertaining menu. Plus, they'll keep your guests cool as they lounge by the pool.

See more at A Night Owl.

SHOP STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI MIX

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Citrus-Themed Pool Party

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Cheesecake Beach Balls

These colorful cheesecake bites are just as delicious as they are adorable. Each individual dessert is decorated using colored cheesecake filling to look like a beach ball.

See more at Hungry Happenings.

SHOP SILICONE MOLDS

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Flamingo-Themed Pool Party

If you love pink, a flamingo theme with tropical touches will be perfect for your next pool party. An oversized flamingo pool float makes for fun photo ops.

See more at Polkadot Chair.

SHOP FLAMINGO POOL FLOATS

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DIY Beach Ball Garland

Add summery style to your pool party with this DIY beach ball garland. The only things you'll need to make it are paint, Styrofoam balls, and string!

See more at Studio DIY!.

SHOP STYROFOAM BALLS

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Sand Dollar Cookies

These sand dollar cookies will fit right in at a beach-themed pool party. Simply top snickerdoodles with slivered almonds for the sweetest summery snack.

See more at Poet in the Pantry.

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