Getting married is a cause for celebration, and there’s no better way for your friends and family to congratulate you on your upcoming nuptials than with a fun, summer-themed bridal shower! However, there’s a lot you’ll need to plan, from the party venue and the food to the fun activities you’ll do together. The event specialists at Manoa Grand Ballroom want every guest to enjoy a successful party people will remember for years to come.

3 Great Summer Bridal Shower Ideas

1. The Theme

Summer is all about chilling out and enjoying time with family and friends, so you’ll want to make sure your theme reflects a cool and relaxing vibe your guests will love! Create some ambiance by engaging the senses with some serene Hawaiian music or ocean breeze scented candles. Your guests will feel like they’ve arrived at a tropical paradise from the moment they walk in the door.

2. Decorations 

You’ll want to avoid your bridal shower feeling like a beach-themed prom, so more subtle decorations are important to achieve the right look. You can use a tropical blue and green color-scheme or go for a lighter look with soft yellows and whites. You can also try cute, but classy, decorations, like mason jars filled with sand and seashells or plastic floating “bubbles.”

3. Food

Catering is usually one of the things people remember the most when they leave a party venue, and a summer theme provides a great opportunity to offer some delicious dishes. Go for a backyard BBQ vibe by providing burgers and hot dogs or have a raw oyster bar. For dessert, an ice cream stand is always a cute touch, or add a small torch light so people can make their own smores.

Brides-to-be have plenty of reasons to celebrate and planning out the details of your shower ahead of time will make it a success. The professionals at Manoa Grand Ballroom in Honolulu, HI love helping bring their guests’ visions to life. A party venue located at one of the top tourist destinations in the world, they have a wealth of experience with a variety of events. For more information on how they can help you plan your party, visit their website or call (808) 946-6758.