One of our favorite things to do during the summer and fall is to go camping but with a toddler at home, camping has become more challenging! It’s always on the top of our summer bucket list! These camping themed party ideas give you the best of camping right in your very own backyard! So whether you’re looking for camping birthday party ideas or camp themed ideas for any other occasion, this guide has everything you need! I’ve split this guide into three different sections – food, things to do, and decorations and party favors. It’s literally everything you need for the ultimate camp themed party! Click on each of the links in the guide below to be taken directly to that idea! NOTE: I use the term party loosely. All of these ideas work well whether you just want to have a fun themed family night, a big blowout summer party, or a super small group gathering with just a few friends. The ideas can all be used with whatever level of get together you’re most comfortable with!
Camping Themed Party Food
One of my favorite parts about camping is the food. Unfortunately a lot of actual camping food items (e.g., tinfoil dinners) likely aren’t going to be possible at your camping birthday party. So instead, these are all delicious camping themed party food ideas – so ideas that incorporate the camping themed in a fun way! By the end, you’re going to be craving s’more camping food guaranteed!
Camping Games & Activities
Camping has its own set of activities that are super unique to camping! While many of those activities may not be possible for your celebration, you can still have a ton of fun with these camping games and other things to do! You may not even miss the campfire at all!
Camping Party Decorations & Favors
Now last but not least, let’s talk about how to make it look and feel like a camping birthday party! Plus, a few ideas for some camping party favors for guests to take home at the end of the big “campout.”
More Summer Party Ideas
Outdoor games – the ultimate list of outdoor games to play during the summer! Everything from backyard games to night games you can play with the entire neighborhood! Olympic party ideas – fun ideas for celebrating the summer Olympics or hosting an Olympics at your very own home! Summer LEGO challenge – setup a table full of LEGOs and a couple of these summer LEGO challenges printed out for a great summer STEM activity! Fairytale Summer Party Ideas – this darling first birthday party has all sorts of fun summer party elements to copy and use in your own summer shindig! Water games – beat the heat at your summer party with the ultimate list of water games!
