You don’t have to be a party planner to throw a great party. You don’t even have to plan a party months in advance. Because, with so many things on your plate, who can? Here are some of our easiest and fun party ideas, whether you’re throwing it or attending one, no matter the theme.
Throwing a Party
Maybe you lost track of time. Maybe plans kept changing and suddenly, surprise! You’re now throwing that surprise birthday party. No worries. We got you, from start to finish.
Party Invitations
If you have to send the word out, send it via online invitation sites, social networks or email. It’ll save you time and money and get to your invitees sooner. It’s also a great way to keep track of everyone’s RSVPs, send updates and communicate back and forth.
DIY Party Decorations
Cross off two things on your party list and decorate with candy. Whether you need birthday party decorations or something to complete your party table centerpiece, give your guests something they’ll enjoy eating as much as admire!
HERSHEY'S KISSES Daisy Flowers
Party Activities
Here are some fun and quick party ideas that will entertain your guests for hours and feel like you’ve been planning all week.
Pull out the games or make your up own
Games are a great way to entertain guests of all ages. Dust off those old board games or even go online and play with your virtual guests who couldn’t attend. Or, create your own guessing games. We love just throwing in a bunch of Kisses in an old jar and playing Guess the Candy.
Party planning tip: Use what you have at home.
Put a spin on a classic. Take some Twizzlers and make an extra fun, extra sweet game of TWIZZLERS Tic-Tac-Toe.
Host a themed trivia
Create a game of trivia that everyone will want play. It could be about the guest of honor if it’s a birthday party or whatever theme your party is geared towards.
Make a Snack Bar
Have a buffet where making the treats is half the fun.
S’more bar
Set up a mini “campfire” and a s’more bar with all the fixin’s. Need some inspiration? Check out
Chocolate dipping station
Gather some dip-worthy snacks and have your own Chocolate Fun-due Station.
Candy bar
Arrange a variety of candy in an assembly line of bowls. Leave out bags for your guests to mix, match and customize their own bag of candy.
For the adults
Why should the kids have all the fun? Here are some party additions just for the grownups.
Party Treat Recipes That Don’t Take Too Much Time
Whether you’re hosting or giving to the host, whip these party recipes up in a flash.
Make the most out of box recipes
There is no shame in anyone’s game if you aren’t baking completely from scratch. These recipes are so easy and delicious, no one will even notice.
Use what you got in your pantry
Got some Hershey’s syrup or extra Kisses in your kitchen? Then here’s how you can put some of those sweet staples to good use.
Hershey’s Cocoa Powder Recipes
Tip: Don’t Forget to Make Sure All Guests Are Accounted For!
If you have guests with certain restrictions or tastes, not to worry.
For the vegan
Bake up some vegan brownies that anyone will love.
Healthier options
Having chocolate dipped fruit is a great way to add just a little something extra to a healthy snack. Or we love these quick no-bake chocolate chia bites.
Non-chocolate recipes
If your guests don’t like chocolate, there are still plenty of great desserts you can serve up. Like these strawberry citrus snack blocks.
Easy Party Favors
Send your guests home with a sincere thank you and a sweet treat they’ll appreciate. It’s easy to make. Just drop some candy in a little bag for each person.
Gift Ideas
If you’re looking for a quick gift on your way to the party, don’t fret. Put together all their favorites in a ROLO Pretzel Delight Gift Box or check out premade gift sets and fun presents at the Hershey’s shop.
You’re a Party-Planning Expert!
Give yourself a pat on the back and a well-deserved celebratory bite of chocolate for throwing a party everyone will be talking about.
