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1Summer 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!.
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2Ice 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.
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3Pool 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.
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4Pastel 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.
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5DIY 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.
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6DIY Table Tiki Torches
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7DIY 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.
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8DIY Backyard Fire Pit
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9DIY 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.
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10Cherry 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.
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11Creamy 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.
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12Floral 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.
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13DIY 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.
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14DIY 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.
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15Strawberry 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.
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16Citrus-Themed Pool Party
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17Cheesecake 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.
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18Flamingo-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.
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19DIY 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!.
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20Sand 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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