Hosting outdoor parties and gatherings is one of the highlights of summer. If you’re tired of hosting standard, run-of-the-mill backyard BBQs, there’s much more you can do to make your outdoor party spectacular and unique! One simple way to dress up your outdoor space is with lighting. Outdoor lighting can transform your backyard into an enchanted fairy garden or a cozy space for friends to gather by the fire pit. You can even make this summery style last all year long with these creative ideas for adding lights to your outdoor space:
Twinkle lights along the fence.
String twinkle lights along the fence is a fun and festive way to light up your backyard. You can use LED lights or traditional incandescent bulbs, as long as they are set on a timer to turn on and off at dusk and dawn. If you have trees or bushes near the fence, consider using different colored lights that reflect against each other for a more dramatic effect.
If you want to go all out with this idea, add multiple strings of twinkle lights around your house and patio—and even plants in the garden!
Fairy Garden.
Fairy gardens are miniature landscapes you can create yourself using whatever materials you have. You can make them from natural materials like rocks, sticks, or leaves, or artificial ones like plastic toys and stones, or you can recycle them like bottle caps or wire mesh. You can even find fairy garden kits online if you’re unsure where to start!
Fairy gardens are usually kept indoors, so they don’t die from lack of sunlight (if they were outside). If your fairy garden is outdoors, put it on a tray or table, so it doesn’t get wet when it rains. Fairy gardens are often small spaces: some people make them as small as a shoe box, while others make them large enough for an adult to sit comfortably.
Although this type of gardening has been around since the 1800s when British novelist Frances Hodgson Burnett created one for her daughter Vivian while they lived together in London during World War I, popularizing interest through her novel The Secret Garden led more people today than ever before interested in creating their own little magical world where fairies live happily ever after.
Lanterns on a tree.
- Hanging lights from trees is a surefire way to set the mood in your backyard. Lanterns are a great choice because they can be hung and turned on at night, creating a magical effect.
- If you don’t have trees in your backyard, try hanging lanterns from nearby fences or garden walls (if you have them). Or, if you’re feeling especially adventurous and want to make an even bigger statement, hang up some lights along your driveway so that when guests pull up, they’re greeted by something other than darkness!
Chandeliers in the garden.
A chandelier is a great way to add light to your garden. They come in many shapes and styles, so you can choose one that matches your décor. Plus, there’s no need for electricity; they’re solar-powered!
For your outdoor party, you don’t have to spend thousands of dollars on a chandelier-you can find them at thrift stores and flea markets for less than $20 or make one yourself. Use a few strands of twinkle lights, an old lampshade, and a few pieces of wire. Then hang it up between two trees or poles (for support). Your guests will be amazed at how classy your outdoor party looks!
Wire globe lights.
Wire globe lights are a perfect way to add extra sparkle to your party. They’re easy to hang and can be used in many ways, so they’re sure to impress your guests. Wire globe lights are inexpensive and easy to find at any party store, making them an easy choice for outdoor lighting ideas.
Fire pits.
Fire pits are a great way to add a bit of warmth to your summer party. They can be used for cooking food, marshmallow roasting, or ambiance. They’re also great for keeping mosquitoes away. The flames are mesmerizing and beautiful so that you may find yourself with an audience gathered around the fire pit. It’s a fun place to make s’mores!
Solar lights.
Solar lights are a great way to add lighting to your outdoor party. They’re easy to install, affordable, environmentally friendly, and durable.
If you decide to use solar lights at your party, choose ones that are easy to replace, like the ones from Home-Complete or the Solar Pathway Lights from AmazonBasics. They must be easy because the chances are good that it will be dark when people start arriving (and someone is bound to trip over them).
Bistro lights are strung around the deck or patio area.
Bistro lights are small, inexpensive, and easy to install. You can attach them to the deck or patio using string or wire.
It’s easy to create a path or border with these lights. They can also be hung from trees. And if you have an outdoor ceiling fan, try hanging bistro lights from it!
Glow-in-the-dark paint on trees and rocks.
Glow-in-the-dark paint is a fun addition to any party. It’s easy to apply and glows for hours after the light goes out. Just paint rocks and trees with glow-in-the-dark paint (available at most hardware stores). You can apply the paint with a brush or a sprayer, but remember that depending on how thick you apply it, you might need several layers.
The good news is that the paint comes off easily with water when you’re done enjoying your outdoor lights. A quick wash will remove any residual traces so that your landscape looks its best throughout the year!
Outdoor lighting can add atmosphere to an outdoor party, making it special and unique!
Your guests will be able to enjoy the fun of the party even after dark. Not only that, but outdoor lighting can make your party more enjoyable.
You can make any event more memorable and enjoyable with lighting. You can use it to enhance any occasion or get together with friends or family members you might have planned at home. The right lighting will help create a romantic ambiance and make everyone feel more comfortable around each other by creating intimacy between people who are sharing in this particular moment.
Conclusion
With this fun and simple outdoor lighting ideas, you can make your party stand out from the crowd. Each idea is easy to set up, but don’t be afraid to use your creativity when applying them. Get inspired by these ten outdoor lighting ideas for unique summer parties!
