Sounds like BBQ time to me – you can go as simple as hot dogs and burgers or make a more elaborate menu of marinated chicken, ribs, etc. depending upon your budget. You can save even more by shopping in bulk.
- Build your own hot dog bar! Kids like plain dogs, melted cheese, onions, grilled peppers, etc. Have chili for the adults & some burgers (also veggie).
- Grilled Hawaiian chicken. Pre-cook the chicken breasts, then throw them on the grill in pre-made foil packs of teriyaki, pineapple and chicken.
- A bag of chicken strips can make some kid-happy chicken fingers as well!
- Jello jigglers in matching party colors – cut them out with themed cookie cutters for a festive touch.
- Watermelon slices (for outside parties only, make sure to get the seedless variety for younger children). Read more