One thing we’ve learned over the past year or so is that our friends are our lifeline and deserve all our love and gratitude, so, how about doing Thanksgiving a little differently this year and throwing a Friendsgiving celebration with your friends?
Take a look at all the fabulous Friendsgiving party ideas that we’ve rounded up to help you host a get-together you’ll all remember.
You can host a Friendsgiving instead of an actual Thanksgiving if you’d rather skip all the family drama, or your family isn’t close enough. Or, you can have the best of both worlds and celebrate a Friendsgiving the weekend before the big day with all your closest friends.
You’ll find ideas for Friendsgiving invitations, party decorations, tables settings, party food, party favors and so much more…
Reasons to Love These Heartwarming Friendsgiving Party Ideas!
- Personalized Touches: These thoughtful details make each guest feel special and create lasting memories.
- Easy to Pull Off: These ideas add charm without the stress, so you can enjoy the party more.
- Instagram-Ready Moments: The setups are photo-worthy, so friends will love snapping and sharing.
- Cozy Vibes: Warm colors and rustic touches make everything feel inviting and homey.
- Playful and Fun: Each idea keeps things lighthearted and perfect for celebrating with friends.
- Everyone Feels Included: These ideas suit a variety of tastes, making every guest feel at home.
- Perfect for Creating New Traditions: Friendsgiving can start new annual memories with creative, unforgettable touches.
You Are So Going to Love These 27 Heartwarming Friendsgiving Party Ideas!
1: Friendsgiving Invitation
Kick things off with this gorgeous pumpkin vase Friendsgiving illustrated invitation that will delight your friends.
Being invited to a Friendsgiving is such a beautiful gesture, that I’m sure they’ll be honored to accept.
2: Thanksgiving Digital Invitation
Digital invitations are a great alternative because they are so quick, easy, and hassle-free.
Love this laidback, yet stylish Fall-themed design.
3: Friendsgiving Boho Picnic
Boho picnics are so on-trend right now, so how about taking your Friendsgiving party outside and throwing a laid-back get-together?
The large Friendsgiving letters decorating the garden look absolutely amazing, especially later on in the day when they are lit up.
Grab some comfy floor cushions and use them as seating, and be sure to add some warm blankets or outdoor heating to your space.
4: Rustic Fall Drip Cake
Your guests will stop in their tracks when they set their eyes on this amazing naked drip cake decorated with cinnamon cranberries, dried orange, and pomegranates.
It’s the perfect cake to serve in the Fall.
5: Friendsgiving Cupcake Toppers
These adorable toppers are a quick and easy way to dress up cupcakes with that cozy fall vibe!
They’re fun, festive, and add a little flair to your dessert table without much effort.
Your friends will love the extra touch, and it’s the perfect excuse for everyone to grab a sweet treat.
6: Fall-Themed Sprinkles
Sprinkles are perfect for garnishing a bunch of sweet treats, such as cupcakes, cookies, and cakes.
These fall-inspired ones are just what you need for a Friendsgiving get-together.
The warm Fall colors and tiny pumpkins are just what your desserts need.
7: Friendsgiving Cookies
Show your friends how much they mean to you and how grateful you are that they are a part of your life with a beautiful bunch of cookies.
This adorable mix is decorated with gorgeous flowers and heart-warming words, such as friends, gather, and thankful.
8: Grazing Platter
After such a long time apart there’s nothing we want more than to sit down with our dearest friends and share a meal.
Grazing platters are a wonderful way to nibble while you sip cocktails, or drink wine, and catch up with your friends.
Make your own delicious platter by adding a bunch of cheeses and charcuterie into one indulgent selection of food that everyone can enjoy.
9: Fall Friendsgiving Wreath
Decorate your front door or a wall in your house with a gorgeous Fall-themed wreath.
If you are a crafty type and want a go at making your own wreath add leaves, flowers, pumpkins, and dried berries or nuts to create a showstopping party decoration.
10: Rustic Friendsgiving Table Settings
Decorate your Friendsgiving dinner table with elegance and charm.
Use your most beautiful porcelain and decorate your table with gorgeous floral arrangements, and as many different sized pumpkins as you can get your hands on.
11: Fall Leaves Table Runner
Impress your guests with an incredible full leaf runner like this one.
It’s the perfect party decoration for your Thanksgiving dining table, with all the beautiful warm colors creating a lovely Fall vibe.
12: Grateful Pumpkin Centerpiece
Pumpkins are a must-have at a fall celebration, so grab the prettiest pumpkin you can find and transform it into this wonderful centerpiece.
If you’re feeling artsy, paint words like “grateful” or “thanks” to match the theme and make it feel even more meaningful.
Surround it with pinecones or seasonal accents to add a rustic, cozy vibe to your Friendsgiving table!
13: Personalized Pumpkin Place Tags
Place these adorable personalized pumpkin place card holders on each plate at your dining table so your friends know exactly where they’re seated.
They’re the perfect touch for a fall-themed Friendsgiving, adding elegance and a festive pop of color to each setting.
Not only do they look charming, but they also make your guests feel welcomed and add a unique, memorable detail to the table decor!
14: Fall Rustic Menu
Thanksgiving dinners are always more formal affairs, so how about treating your friends to some elegance by placing a printed menu on each plate?
It will add such style to your Friendsgiving!
This thoughtful touch makes the meal feel a bit more special and shows your guests you’ve put in the extra effort to create a memorable dining experience.
15: Friendsgiving Napkins
How fun are these Friendsgiving-themed napkins? They look fantastic at your dining table and are so on theme!
With their bold gold lettering, they add a touch of elegance and charm, making every place setting feel a little more festive and special.
16: Rustic Friendsgiving Bar
Create a beautiful fall-themed bar at your Friendsgiving gathering and treat your guests to delicious cocktails or fabulous wine.
Decorate your bar with fall leaves and a bunch of pumpkins to capture the season’s spirit.
It’s a perfect spot for guests to mingle, sip, and enjoy the warm, inviting vibes of your autumn-inspired celebration!
17: Fall Drinks Dispenser
A drinks dispenser is also very on-trend, and they allow your guests to help themselves to their own drinks.
Decorate your dispenser with gorgeous floral decorations and pumpkins to create a Fall feel.
18: Personalized Friendship Glasses
Toast to your friendship with these dazzling Friendsgiving glasses.
They double up as wonderful party favors that your guests can take home with them at the end of the day and cherish as a keepsake of your special get-together.
19: Friendsgiving Wine Label
Wine is a must-have for any celebration and especially if you’re sitting down with friends and enjoying great food and each other’s company.
These printable Friendsgiving wine bottle labels are so much fun and will look fantastic on the wine bottles that you serve at your Friendsgiving celebration.
You could also glue them to wine bottles and hand them out as party favors for your guests to take home with them.
20: Friendsgiving Balloon Garland
Balloon garlands are so on-trend right now that you really can’t go wrong with this fantastic one in Fall colors. In the mix are some leaves and other Fall-themed foil balloons, such as acorns and leaves.
To add to your party decorations the balloon garland comes with a Friendsgiving lettered foil balloon that you can use as a backdrop to a photo booth or simply as a party decoration.
21: Fall Tassel Garland
Check out this amazing fall-colored tassel garland! It’s such a versatile party decoration that can be hung up on the wall or placed behind your dessert table.
With its warm tones and playful texture, it instantly brightens up any space, adding a touch of whimsy and tying all your Friendsgiving decor together beautifully.
You can’t really go wrong wherever you choose to place it.
22: Friendsgiving Poster
If you’re looking for the perfect decoration for your Friendsgiving bash look no further. This Friendsgiving poster will look absolutely amazing in a frame on a wall and is a wonderful gift if you’ve been invited to a Friendsgiving party yourself.
It’s a fun party decoration that describes the celebration as if it were a word in the dictionary.
23: Fall Floral Decorations
Floral arrangements are a must for a rustic Friendsgiving party.
Go for beautiful warm colors such as oranges, pinks, and purples, and don’t forget, the more flowers you have to decorate, the better!
These vibrant blooms add a touch of elegance and charm, creating an inviting, festive atmosphere that brings everyone into the cozy spirit of the season.
24: Friendsgiving Squad T-Shirts
Your girlfriends are going to love these Friendsgiving squad T-shirts.
Hand them out at the beginning of your celebration so you can all wear your own during your Friendsgiving party.
Don’t forget they double up as a cool photo booth prop and party favor too.
25: Friendsgiving Wine Tumbler Party Favor
Send your guests home with a Friendsgiving wine tumbler party favor that they can use on the go when they’re out and about. You can never have too many, right?
These tumblers are not only practical but also a fun reminder of the good times shared, making them the perfect keepsake to bring a bit of Friendsgiving spirit into everyday life!
26: Party Favor Pie
Pies are synonymous with Thanksgiving, so how about treating each one of your guests with a delicious individual pie in a beautifully packaged wooden box so they can take it home and indulge in it?
It’s a sweet, thoughtful gesture that lets your friends enjoy a classic holiday treat at their own pace.
27: Friendsgiving Party Favor Tote Bag
Finding the perfect party favor isn’t always easy, but these cute Happy Friendsgiving tote bags are such a practical gift that your friends can use during their day-to-day when they’re out and about.
You can imagine just how handy they’ll be when they are down at the store.
Friendsgiving Party Idea FAQs
Use warm fall colors and rustic elements like wood and greenery for an inviting atmosphere.
Choose simple decorations like mini pumpkins, candles, and colorful napkins that are easy to arrange.
Add photo-worthy details like a festive dessert table, decorative backdrops, or colorful fall flowers
Incorporate playful table games or conversation starters that make guests feel at ease.
Serve a big batch of spiced apple cider or mulled wine to keep things festive and cozy.
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