Holiday Party Decorations: The Complete Guide
All our holiday party decor guides in one place: Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Easter, Valentine's Day and more, with tables and budgets.
Holiday decor is easier when you start with the table. A good table, a few candles or lights and one focal point are enough for most holiday gatherings.
Find your holiday below. Every guide has color palettes, exact quantities, a budget and a checklist.
Quick tips before you start
- Start 2 to 3 weeks early. Stores sell out of the best pieces close to the date.
- Use the same 3 colors on the table, mantel and entry.
- Reuse decor across holidays. Neutral candles and greenery work for several.
Christmas and winter
Christmas Party Decorations on a Budget (Cozy & Cheap Ideas)
Christmas party decorations on a budget. Cozy, cheap ideas for your table, mantel, and tree, plus DIY decor, a cost breakdown, and a money-saving checklist.
Christmas Tablescape Ideas (3 Easy Looks, Layout & Budget)
Christmas tablescape ideas with 3 easy looks, exact table layout, quantities for 8 and 12 guests, candle safety, and a $91 to $208 budget.
Christmas Mantel Decorating Ideas (Cozy & Festive Looks)
Christmas mantel decorating ideas for a cozy look: garland, stockings, candles, color palettes, exact quantities, a budget breakdown, and a checklist.
Christmas Front Porch Ideas (Door, Planters & Lights Plan)
Christmas front porch ideas with exact wreath and garland sizes, a light plan, planters, weather and safety tips, and a $159 to $321 budget for a standard door.
Christmas Dessert Table Ideas (Festive & Easy Setups)
Christmas dessert table ideas with an easy setup: backdrop, height, treats, color palettes, exact quantities, a budget breakdown, and a styling checklist.
Winter Wonderland Party Ideas (Special Snowy Decor)
Winter wonderland party ideas with a snowy look: color palette, decorations, table and dessert ideas, exact quantities, a budget, and a checklist.
Hanukkah Party Decoration Ideas (Warm & Festive Blue & Gold)
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with warm Hanukkah party decoration ideas, elegant blue and gold tablescapes, safe menorah displays, and budget checklists.
New Year's Eve Party Decorations (Glam & Easy Ideas)
New Year's Eve party decorations that are glam and easy. Color ideas, balloon and table decor, a countdown moment, exact quantities, budget, and a checklist.
Fall and Halloween
Halloween Party Decorations (Room by Room, Chic Ideas)
Halloween party decorations room by room: entryway, mantel and table ideas, exact quantities for 20 guests, a $80 to $170 budget, and a checklist.
Halloween Tablescape Ideas (Elegant & Spooky Table Decor)
Halloween tablescape ideas for an elegant, moody table, color palettes, centerpieces, place settings, candles, plus a budget plan and a styling checklist.
Kids Halloween Party Ideas (Not-Too-Spooky Fun)
Kids Halloween party ideas that are fun, not scary, easy decorations, games, food, favors, and a budget plan for a not-too-spooky celebration kids will love.
Outdoor Halloween Decorations (Spooky & Fun Yard Ideas)
Spooky and fun outdoor Halloween decorations for your porch and yard. Front door styling, pumpkin layouts, path lighting, weatherproofing, and budget tips.
Fall Party Decorations (Warm & Cozy Autumn Ideas)
Fall party decorations that are warm and cozy. Color ideas, table and door decor, pumpkins and candles, exact quantities, a budget breakdown, and a checklist.
Thanksgiving Tablescape Ideas (Warm & Elegant Table Decor)
Thanksgiving tablescape ideas for a warm, elegant table. Color palettes, centerpieces, place settings, and a budget plan, plus photography and setup tips.
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas (Warm & Easy Table Focal Points)
Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas that are warm and easy: candles, pumpkins, florals, no-flower options, exact quantities, and a budget breakdown.
Friendsgiving Ideas (Decor, Table & Menu for a Cozy Gathering)
Friendsgiving ideas for a cozy, casual get-together: easy decor, a warm table setup, potluck menu tips, exact quantities, a budget, and a checklist.
Diwali Party Decoration Ideas: Eye-catching & Elegant Home Setup
Turn your home with these elegant Diwali party decoration ideas. Get practical tips on diyas, rangoli, lighting, budget setups, and room-by-room decor.
Spring and summer
Easter Table Decorations (Fresh & Pretty Spring Ideas)
Easter table decorations for a fresh spring table: color palettes, centerpieces, place settings, exact quantities, a budget breakdown, and a checklist.
Mother's Day Brunch Ideas (Pretty, Easy Decor & Menu)
Mother's Day brunch ideas: a soft palette, table setting, easy make-ahead menu, quantities for 6, 9, or 12 guests, and a decor budget of about $45.
Father's Day Party Ideas (Easy, Laid-Back Decor & Food)
Father's Day party ideas that stay easy and laid-back: a navy and wood palette, BBQ or brunch menus for 10 guests, exact quantities, and a $40 decor budget.
Cinco de Mayo Party Ideas (Bright & Festive Fiesta Decor)
Discover bright Cinco de Mayo party ideas: fiesta color palette, balloon garlands, taco bar quantities, budget tips, setup timeline, and free checklist.
4th of July Party Decorations (Festive Red, White & Blue Ideas)
4th of July party decoration ideas in festive red, white, and blue. DIY backdrops, tables, outdoor patio tips, food displays, budget guide, and checklist.
Graduation Party Decoration Ideas: Easy, Memorable Setups
Celebrate your grad in style. Discover festive graduation party decoration ideas with school colors, DIY photo memory walls, balloon arches, and budget tips.
Valentine's and March
Valentine's Day Party Ideas (Sweet & Romantic Decor)
Valentine's Day party ideas for a sweet, romantic party: color palette, decor, table and dessert ideas, exact quantities, a budget, and a checklist.
Galentine's Day Party Ideas (Fun & Pretty Girls' Celebration)
Galentine's Day party ideas for a fun girls' celebration: color palette, decor, table and dessert ideas, activities, exact quantities, and a budget.
St. Patrick's Day Party Ideas (Fun & Festive Green Decor)
St. Patrick's Day party ideas: color palette, decorations, food and drinks, kid and adult versions, exact quantities, a budget breakdown, and a checklist.