Entertaining & Hosting

Whether you’re hosting a huge bash or a casual dinner party, you want to get it right—and you will, thanks to our entertaining and hosting ideas. But be warned, friends and family may never want to leave.

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How to Host an ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!’ Halloween Wat...

Even if the Great Pumpkin doesn't show, these Peanuts Halloween party ideas won't disappoint.


How to Throw a Perfectly Spooky ‘Hocus Pocus’ Party

Put a spell on your guests with an epic Hocus Pocus-themed party to celebrate the release of Hocus Pocus 2.


Top Tips on Planning an Exciting Murder Mystery Dinner Party At Home

We'll clue you in on how to host a murder mystery party: Macabre decor, scary-good food and a fun...


If You See a Pint Glass with a Bulge, This Is What It’s For

It's a "nonic" pint glass—and it's made that way for a reason!



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14 Kids’ Charcuterie Boards Your Littles Will Love

You'll have as much fun building these kids' charcuterie boards as your kiddos will have eating them.


How to Make a Balloon Garland for Your Next Celebration

It's not a party without balloons! Up your decorating game with a wow-worthy colorful balloon garland to match your theme....


7 Best Cocktail Kits That’ll Bring Out Your Inner Bartender

It's time for your mixology skills to shine. These cocktail kits let you shake up go-to favorites or modern twists...

How to Throw a Super-Sweet Lemonade Party

The juice is worth the squeeze for this lemonade party! Partygoers pucker up for fresh recipes, fun decorations and...


12 Paw-some Dog Birthday Party Ideas

Is your dog turning another year older? Gather your two- and four-legged friends and celebrate with these fun dog birthday...


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20 Ways to Have the Best-Ever Easter Egg Hunt

Planning an Easter egg hunt? Start here. These epic Easter egg hunt ideas take the holiday tradition to a whole...


Passover Seder: The Ultimate Guide

What happens during a Passover Seder? From the food on the Seder plate and the traditional holiday menu to the...


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How to Throw the Perfect Kentucky Derby Party

You can bet on a good time at this Kentucky Derby party. Pastel embellishments, homemade mint juleps and a themed...


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The Best St. Patrick’s Day Party Ideas

You're in luck! From authentic Irish food to ideas for decor, here are the best St. Patrick's Day party ideas.


18 Easy St. Patrick’s Day Decoration Ideas

You don't need to pay pots of gold on St. Patty's Day decorations. Get crafty and make these simple St....


How to Host a Chili Cook-Off

With the help of this guide, your chili cook off will go off without a hitch. Invite each member of...


12 Lucky Foods for Your Chinese New Year Feast

Chinese New Year foods are said to help bring luck and good fortune. Here's a guide to their symbolic meanings.

How to Throw a Super Bowl Party

You can throw a legendary Super Bowl party—even when you're only watching for the commercials. Here's what to do!


Have Guests Coming? Here’s How to “Clean” Your Home in 30 Minutes or ...

Hosting a get-together comes with a lengthy to-do list, which makes it easy to drop the ball on cleaning your...


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How to Stock a Bar Cart for the Holidays

Whether it's a chic bar cart or just a side table, the best holiday entertainers have their home bars well-stocked....


How to Make a Build-Your-Own Taco Board Everyone Will Love

Make taco night even better with this build-your-own taco board piled high with salsa, cheese, carnitas, crunchy shells and so...


How to Host a Feast of the Seven Fishes Dinner

Whether you're Italian through and through or simply love seafood (and holidays), use these ideas to host an unforgettable Feast...


Where to Order Christmas Dinner in 2025

Whether you're the holiday host or in charge of this year's sides, preparing a show stopping feast is a whole...

60 Clever Host and Hostess Gift Ideas (That Aren’t a Bottle of Wine)

Forgot to grab something for your host? Don't sweat it—we've got you covered. Check out these creative ideas for hostess...


Grab Your Family and Play This Easy Christmas Game to Win All Kinds of Prizes

This easy Christmas game is fun to set up and even more fun to win. You can count us in!



How to Make a Showstopper Chocolate Board

Why leave all the charcuterie fun to meat and cheese? This chocolate charcuterie board will fulfill a sweet tooth's wildest...


8 Best Dinosaur Birthday Party Ideas—How to Throw an Amazing Dinosaur-Themed Birthday P...

We've rounded up these T-rexcellent dinosaur birthday party ideas for any size get-together.


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17 Classic Rum Drinks You Need to Add to Your Repertoire

Rum is for more than cruise ships and beach houses! Dust off your shakers and gather your limes, because these...