Fourth of July is one of the best summer holidays.  An afternoon filled with sizzling grills and cold refreshing drinks is the perfect way to begin the festivities. Why not throw a neighborhood block party?  Start by sending great July 4th party invitations. Then with just a little planning, you can create a fun filled holiday to enjoy with all your neighborhood friends.  Check out what your party experts suggest to help you get started.

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  • Start by checking with your city to see if you need a special permit to block of the street or to light fireworks in your neighborhood.  If you live in a condo or apartment complex, check with the board director or apartment manager.  You don’t want to create a party that will get shut down!
  • Next, round up a few neighbors to head the planning committee.  Designate who will be in charge of what.  Create a flyer to post on mailboxes or in a community area.  Some homeowners associations have websites so contact your president about posting the event on the site. 
  • If you have most of your neighbor’s email addresses, use PurpleTrail online July 4th party invitations to let everyone know about the event.  You’ll want to give people an opportunity to sign up for what they would like to contribute to the event.
  • Designate grillers, side dishes, salads, drinks, kids game organizers, fireworks display etc. With PurpleTrail online invitations, you can create bring a long lists and incorporate a message board to communicate with all the invitees.
  • Decide if you want to have the food in one central location or in different stations. You could have a grilling station, a sides and salads station, a drinks station and of course a dessert station!
  • The people (person) who volunteer to create kids games play a very important role.  You’ll want to keep kids of all ages entertained so they aren’t left to their own devices.  If you have a neighborhood park, consider a water balloon fight or relay races. 
  • Consider having a neighborhood parade! The kids will love getting to decorate their bikes and wagons.  Read more on planning a neighborhood 4th of July parade.
  • If you are unable to light fireworks in your neighborhood, use firework alternatives. Use firecrackers, sparklers or smoke bombs instead. 

Happy 4th of July!  Check out all our 4th of July party ideas!