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Summer Kickoff Party

Created On: June 5, 2012  |  Updated: April 8, 2018  |   34 Comments  

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We had the most amazing Summer kickoff party last weekend. It was hands down the best and most inexpensive party I’ve ever thrown. The kids had a blast welcoming Summer with a Slip’ N Slide party and a few neighborhood friends.

My goal was to focus on having a fun and relaxing day to celebrate the beginning of Summer vacation. Sometimes I host parties that take hours and hours to prepare for, leaving me exhausted at the end of the day. I didn’t want that to be the case this time around. We kept it simple with pizza and ice cream.

 Since I unwrapped the ice cream the kids had fun sharing what kind of ice cream cone they had. My daughter may have enjoyed hers a little too much. :)

The party decor was very simple. The only thing I could actually consider decor is the streamer table skirt. It looked great while putting it together, but unfortunately it became windy and they flew all over the place.

Despite the wind, I still had fun setting up the table with a blue and green theme. Everything on the table cost between $1-$4. I’m telling you, I spent the least amount I have ever spent on a party and my son said it was the best party we’ve ever had. One of the boys even said it’s the best party he’s ever been to! Isn’t it funny how that works out? The most casual party turns out to be the most fun for everyone.

The kids were entertained by the Slip’ N Slide, water balloons, and sponge water bombs. They played for hours and hours, celebrating their first day of Summer vacation. I could watch them do this everyday, just enjoying the laughter and silly games they played.

Here’s to a fun-filled Summer with plenty of laughter, games, and memories!
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Megan
13 years ago

Looks like it was a blast!

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Courtney Velasquez
13 years ago

Looks like they had a blast!!!! Darling photos too Crystal!!!!

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Rachel
13 years ago

What a fun party!!! I love drumsticks… may have to get some next time I am at Walmart!

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Top 10 Tuesday: Summer Activities For Kids | Design, Dining + Diapers
13 years ago

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Amber G
13 years ago

Awesome party – looks like so much fun!

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Taryn @ Design, DIning + Diapers
13 years ago

I love this idea! Looks like all the kiddos and adults had a good time. I featured you today!
https://designdininganddiapers.com/2012/06/top-10-tuesday-summer-activities-for-kids/

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Sheryl @ Lady Behind The Curtain
13 years ago

What a fun party! Please come over to Cast Party Wednesday and share it with us. Thanks, I hope to see you there! —Sheryl @ Lady Behind The Curtain—
https://www.ladybehindthecurtain.com/?p=30289

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Kendra@ A Proverbs 31 Wife
13 years ago

I love the simplicity of it all and it looks so fun!

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recipes we love
13 years ago

I LOVE this… I am going to share on our FB Page

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Erika
13 years ago

Such a great idea, girly! A “must” pin! :)

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hani@craftionary
13 years ago

Wow. What a great fun summer party.. I love everything out there! :)

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Michelle
13 years ago

Wow! Oh to be a kid at your party! So much fun! :)

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Angela
13 years ago

Looks like a blast!

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Jodi
13 years ago

Where’d you get those ice cream cone holders? My daughter is wanting an ice cream birthday, and those would be perfect.

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JDaniel4's Mom
13 years ago

This looks like a whole lot of fun!

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Terri
13 years ago

Some serious summer fun! Although my backyard slip and slide parties were not so complete with all your fixings, the pictures take me back! Thanks for sharing your fun day!

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Rogene
13 years ago

What fun!

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Debra Kapellakis
13 years ago

That’s a great kickoff!

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Chrissy
13 years ago

This looks like so much fun! I had a party for my kids as well, but it wasn’t as cool!

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Bonnie and trish @ uncommon
13 years ago

Crystal, this looks amazing and the kids look like they had a blast!! Thank you for sharing at Uncommon! featuring this tonight on our FB page! ;)

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