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Last Updated on June 19, 2025 by Alaina
Make planning a summer party for kids stress-free with this free printable party checklist. It covers everything from snacks to decorations and keeps you organized from start to finish!
Ever start planning a kids’ party with big ideas… then realize you forgot the plates or ran out of ice? Yep, same. After a few too many last-minute dashes to the store, I started using checklists for every party, and wow, what a difference.
This free printable summer party checklist has everything you need to plan a fun and smooth event, all in one easy-to-follow list. Whether you’re planning a backyard bash, birthday party, or just a sunny celebration with friends, this checklist keeps the stress low and the fun high.
Why You’ll Love This Printable Summer Party Checklist:
- It includes every major party detail including theme, food, decor, games, and more!
- You can print it and fill it out by hand!
- It’s a major sanity-saver during busy party weeks!
What’s Included in the Summer Party Checklist:
Here’s a peek at what’s inside this one-page printable:
✅ Party Details Section
- Party date and time
- Location
- Theme
- Guest list and RSVPs
✅ Supplies & Decor List
- Plates, cups, utensils
- Napkins, tablecloths
- Balloons, banners, DIY decor
- Photo booth props
✅ Food & Snacks Checklist
- Main dishes and sides
- Kid-friendly snacks
- Desserts
- Drinks (including water!)
✅ Games & Activities Section
- Outdoor games
- Backup indoor games (just in case!)
- Craft or activity station setup
- Prizes or goodie bags (optional)
✅ Extras & Last-Minute Reminders
- Ice
- Trash bags
- Extra seating or shade
- First-aid kit and wipes
- Charging your phone/camera!
How to Use the Checklist:
- Print a copy as soon as you start planning
- Use it to brainstorm your theme, menu, and games
- Check off items as you prep
- Bring it with you the day of the party for quick reference
- Bonus: Add your own notes or extra tasks, there’s space for that too!
FAQs:
Q: Is the checklist really free?
A: Yes! Just download and print – no strings attached.
Q: Can I use this for birthday parties too?
A: Absolutely! It’s designed to work for birthdays, cookouts, and any summer kid-centered party.
Q: Do you offer other printables?
A: Yep, I have several printables already and more are coming soon to Bullock’s Buzz. Stay tuned!
Show Me What You’ve Got!
If this checklist helped you throw a fun summer party, I’d love to hear about it! Tag @bullocksbuzz or use #bullocksbuzz to show off your setup, or even a pic of your party-planning in progress!
Click the heart or pin this post to save the checklist, and don’t forget to share it with your fellow party-planning friends!