The Fourth of July is all about red, white and blue, good food and time outside with family and friends. This guide brings together our favourite 4th of July ideas: decorations for the house and garden, crafts for kids, patriotic desserts, drinks and classic meals, nails and ways to celebrate.
4th of July decorations
- DIY Independence Day decorations: popsicle stick vases, flag luminaries, paper flowers and a pom pom wreath
- DIY outdoor decorations for the 4th of July: banners, flower pots, table decor and a boot flower holder
- Independence Day ornaments for your garden and home: a flag banner, wreath, garden flag and mason jars
- Garden decoration ideas for Independence Day
Crafts for kids
- Independence Day crafts to make with your kids: popsicle stick stars, an egg carton flag and tin can windsocks
Desserts, drinks and food
- Independence Day desserts: mini star cakes, pinwheel cupcakes and patriotic Oreo pops
- 4th of July cupcakes: red velvet, firecracker, hi-hat and layered cupcakes
- Decorative 4th of July desserts: snow cone cupcakes, patriotic rice crispy treats and trail mix
- 4th of July cocktails: cranberry-basil spritzer, sparkling lavender and raspberry lemon rosé
- Traditional 4th of July meals: fried chicken, burgers, hot dogs, potato salad and an American flag pie
Nails and celebrations
- Independence Day nail art
- Patriotic nail designs
- Independence Day activities at home: a hot dog-eating contest, patriotic movie night and a virtual 5K
Frequently asked questions
What should I serve at a 4th of July party?
Classic choices are burgers, hot dogs, fried chicken and potato salad, with red, white and blue desserts such as berry cupcakes or a flag pie and a pitcher of lemonade or a fruity cocktail.
More summer inspiration: see our summer ideas and summer recipes.
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