Let’s give the most refreshing fruit of summer its moment in the spotlight with an epic, colorful, and juicy watermelon-themed party to celebrate National Watermelon Day.
Watermelons are synonymous with summer, bringing joy, sweetness, and a splash of color to any gathering. National Watermelon Day, celebrated on August 3rd, is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the refreshing taste of watermelon and embrace the fun and festive spirit of summer.
5 Fun Ways to Celebrate National Watermelon Day
Here are five delightful ways to celebrate this juicy holiday.
1. Host a Watermelon-Themed Party
Pretty pinks, bright greens, and everyone’s favorite summer fruit make for a fun and refreshing way to celebrate summer! From summer birthday parties to National Watermelon Day there are plenty of reasons to throw a refreshing, vibrant, and fun-filled watermelon-themed party this summer!
Sweet Watermelon Decor
Invite friends and family over for a watermelon-themed party. Decorate with watermelon-inspired colors and designs, using pink and green balloons, tablecloths, and centerpieces. One of my favorite places to shop for fun and creative party supplies is Oriental Trading, they have tons of cute and clever watermelon-themed decorations.
I love using plastic tablecloths to create a DIY Fringe Watermelon Backdrop to serve as the focal point for my celebration. Add in adorable watermelon cups, plates, and napkins to tie everything together.
Serve Juicy Food and Drinks
Serve a variety of watermelon-based dishes like watermelon salad, skewers with watermelon and feta, and refreshing watermelon sorbet. For drinks, offer watermelon lemonade, mojitos, or even a watermelon keg filled with your favorite summer punch.
2. Enjoy a Watermelon Picnic
Pack a picnic basket full of watermelon treats and head to your favorite park or beach. Or you could even plan your own Watermelon Picnic party right in your own backyard. Include watermelon slices, a watermelon salad, and maybe even a watermelon dessert like cupcakes or sorbet. Bring along a blanket, some refreshing drinks, and enjoy a sunny day outdoors with this juicy fruit.
3. Get Creative with Watermelon Crafts
It’s no wonder watermelon is such a popular summer fruit. It even provides tons of inspiration for creative craft projects like painting rocks to resemble watermelon slices, creating watermelon slime, or making watermelon felt pillows.
Or create watermelon themed decor like these watermelon dip-dye napkins for your watermelon parties. These projects not only provide an enjoyable way to spend time but also result in charming decorations for your watermelon celebrations!
4. Eat It Up
Slice it up, scoop it into balls, or dice it into chunks. You can eat it plain or sprinkle it with salt. You can also try different ways to prepare it, like grilling it spicy, freezing it into popsicles, or adding it to fruit salads.
One of my favorite ways to eat watermelon in the summer is this delicious Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Honey Lime Vinegrette. This sweet salad is the perfect side dish and will surprise your taste buds and become one of your favorite summertime recipes.
5. Get Competitive with Watermelon Activities
Seed Spitting Contest
Organize a watermelon seed spitting contest for some light-hearted fun. Mark a starting line, and see who can spit their seed the farthest. This classic game is sure to bring laughter and enjoyment to your celebration.
Watermelon Eating Competition
Challenge your friends to a watermelon-eating competition. See who can finish their slice the fastest without using their hands. It’s a fun and messy way to enjoy this delicious fruit.
Carving Contest
Host a watermelon carving contest with family or friends. Similar to pumpkin carving, you can create intricate designs or fun faces on watermelons. Provide carving tools and let everyone’s creativity shine.
Whether you plan to celebrate with a picnic, participate in a seed-spitting contest or plan a watermelon-themed party the key to a successful Watermelon Day celebration is to focus on the details and have fun!
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