20 Fun graduation party decor ideas to copy

If you are looking to graduation party decor ideas you have come to the right post! These 20 ideas are fun and easy to recreate!

Maybe your a mom planning a party for you baby who is about to graduate or this is for your own party, then read on! You will find ideas for centrepieces, graduation party decor, memorable gifts and how to make the party more special and a day to remember!

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Graduation Party Decor:

1. “Diploma” napkins

I love this cute idea to roll up white napkins and roll with a black ribbon. These will mimic little diplomas and will be so cute either by the plate or stacked like the photo below!

2. Polaroid Guestbook

A fun idea for guests and memorable gift for the graduate is a Polaroid guestbook! All you need is a Polaroid camera a scrapbook and a couple of pens! This way you will always be able to look back on that special day!

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3. Mason Jar Centrepiece

A affordable and easy centrepiece idea are mason jars filled with your favourite flowers! The mason jars can be painted to match your theme or left clear. Filled with wildflowers or greens will bring beauty into your party!

To make it even more special consider adding pictures of the graduates!

4. Ferrero Rocher Favours

How adorable are these little Ferraro Rocher favours? They can easily be put together and will look so cute on the plates!

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5. Year charcuterie board

A fun addition to the snack table is a charcuterie board, and even better one with number shaped trays! A good place to check for these would be hobby lobby!

6. Smore’s bar

I have yet to meet someone who doesn’t like smore’s! Not only are these delicious but memories around the fire are made while roasting them.

7. Four tiered Cake

If you want to take your graduation party to the next level then consider a 4 tier “cake! The layers can be filled with anything like cupcakes, cookies, cake pops, fruit or cake!

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8. Wish tags

A cute touch are graduation wish tags that can be either laid out at the table or attached to bottles, glasses or whatever else! These will be sure to sprinkle the party with love!

9. Grad Table

A cute grad table idea is going with “CONGRATS” balloons which you should be able to get at any store that sells balloons. Get your favourite flowers and hang them or a piece of sheer fabric behind a food bar, drink table or snack table and be sure to make a statement!

10. Friends themed party

How fun would a Friends themes graduate party be! Many ideas like the classic couch scene can be recreated as a photo prob!

11. Photowall

Another awesome photo wall idea is a flower wall! Arranging a couple of painted plywood pieces, attaching flowers and a banner and you have yourself a stunning flower photo wall!

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12. Framed wishes

A large frame with a small photo in the middle makes for a great well wishes “guest book”! It is easily put together and makes a great personal gift!

13. So long suckers

A funny and creative idea for the snack table is a bowl or jar filled with suckers. Attach a sign that says “so long suckers” and be sure to get a few smiles out of your crowd!

14. Books with babies breath centrepiece

A stunning centrepiece idea for a graduation party is a few books stacked with a mason jar or vase filled with babies breath.

The books can be collected at thrift stores to make it more affordable! Even the vases can usually be found in second hand stores, which will be sure to make the decor more affordable.

15. Graduation Centrepiece sticks

A fun way to add to the centrepieces, bouquets or even cakes and muffins are graduation sticks!

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16. Gold and black theme

A classic and easy theme for graduation is going with a black and gold theme! There are tons of ideas out there, one of them being matching napkins and cutlery.

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17. Jenga Memory Gift

Another great memory gift also a good idea for graduation party decor is a Jenga memory game. Get guests to sign a block with a wish or just their name!

18. Welcome sign

A classic is a stunning welcome sign which can be DIY’d or Etsy also sells stunning customizable welcome signs which will be sure to add that special something to the party!

19. A balloon arch

Another absolute classic which will be sure to make a statement is a balloon arch! These make fore great decor or photo probs, furthermore they can be bought as kits or put together with single balloons from a local store.

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20. Personilzed Name Sticks

Bring your party with personalized name sticks! This definitely adds charm and will be sure to make the moment memorable! They can also be found on Etsy!

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Conclusion

There are so many ideas for graduation party decor and how to make your graduation party special however I hope these 20 ideas helped you out a little bit! Congratulations to all the graduates and the best wishes on the next chapter life!

Until next time,

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