Here are some creative fall and autumn bridal shower party ideas and activities, from cheap DIY bridal shower decor ideas to games and bridal shower themes to try - just right for an outdoors fall bridal shower or indoors celebration!
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1. A fall 'fresh off the market' theme
There is no cuter theme! You could set this up like a fall farmer's market and even set up a flower bar - a bouquet making area for guests, with flowers in all different fall colours.
Fall fresh off the market invitation bundle 👈🏻
Fall Fresh off the market invitation 👈🏻
Fresh off the market customisable banner 👈🏻
2. Try a fall bridal shower picnic setup
You could try a garden party picnic with all the boho vibes, with rugs, pillows and low tables or blankets! You could even rent some fancy parasols and drape pretty blooms from them.
3. DIY some cakes in jars for party favours
Cake in jar form! Try mini jars filled with coffee cake, with layers of nutella or biscoff frosting. You could even try some flavours such as poppyseed or earl grey - or even snickerdoodle - so pretty and cute for guests.
4. Try a dreamy fall welcome sign 👈🏻
To welcome guests to the party in style - this design is too cute!
5. Tie ribbons to the base of drinks
For a fancy and elegant look!
6. Try an Appley Ever After theme
Featuring all the picnic and cute fairytale vibes! You could set up some cute wicker baskets displaying party treats with red check/gingham napkins and even an adorable picnic basket table centerpiece. Try some mini handkerchief 'bindles' to hold party favors - guests will adore.
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Appley Ever After bridal shower bundle 👈🏻
7. Try a Fall in Love theme
A dreamy pun that matches the season perfectly!
Fall in Love bridal shower bundle 👈🏻
Fall in Love bridal shower invitation bundle 👈🏻
Fall in Love stripe bridal shower invite 👈🏻
Fall in Love cute bridal shower invite 👈🏻
Falling in love bridal shower backdrop 👈🏻
8. Decorate a mini pumpkin party game
The perfect creative party game for guests to enjoy! You could let guests choose a mini pumpkin to paint and decorate - and even award a prize for the most creative!
9. A mini pumpkin carving activity
Similar to n.8, this would be so cute and perfect for the time of year!
10. Try a 'She found her Sweetie Pie' theme
All the pies!
11. Some fun personalised drinks toppers
These are totally edible and also work so well to decorate party treats and tailor them perfectly to the occasion, plus you can personalise them with a photo design and script of your choice to impress guests no end!
Personalised photo edible drinks toppers 👈🏻
Personalised edible wafer party drinks toppers 👈🏻
12. Try a 'She picked the right one' theme
A cute pun for apple season!
She picked the right one bridal invitation 👈🏻
She picked a good one bridal shower backdrop 👈🏻
13. A 'She found her Boo' theme
Perfect for an October bridal shower!
She found her Boo bridal shower invitation 👈🏻
14. Serve some cinnamon rolls on sticks
So guests can eat fingers free on the go! Everything is made ten times better in pop form!
15. Serve some adorable apple pie pops
Similar to n.10, these are mini pies on sticks, tied with a ribbon bow!
16. Deck out party treats with edible leaves
These are perfect for your party treats and bakes!
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Realistic edible wafer leaves cake decor 👈🏻
17. A decorate a bento cake activity
Bento cakes are so cute and super popular on social media! Give each guest an un-iced cake to decorate - you could even make it in to a contest and guests can take photos with their creations!
18. A fall wreath making activity
This would make the perfect fairytale-esque party activity! It also means they get a beautiful memento to take away with them to remind them of the occasion.
19. Set up a fun 'Love Shack' area
You could set it up as a photo taking area or as a snacking area, with a cute cart serving sweet snacks and drinks!
The Love Shack balloon decorations 👈🏻
20. Try a Pumpkins and Prosecco theme
Just right for the time of year!
21. Set up a fall afternoon tea party
This would be so cute! You could theme it 'tea with the bride to be' and serve some mini fancy cakes, such as french fancies and madeleines.
Realistic edible wafer leaves cake decor 👈🏻
22. A 'She's tying the knot' theme
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Bow themed bridal shower welcome sign 👈🏻
Tying the knot bridal shower bundle 👈🏻
She's tying the knot bridal shower welcome sign 👈🏻
Pink stripe tying the knot bridal shower sign 👈🏻
Tying the knot themed bridal shower games bundle 👈🏻
Pink bow party favors sign 👈🏻
Pink bow themed 'sip and solve' puzzle sheets 👈🏻
23. Try a '[name + name]' cute science theme
For back to school time of year, why not set up a quirky and cute science theme, with fun white lab coats that guests can decorate and wear and even goggles!
24. Frame some cool chalkboard signs 👈🏻
25. Try a 'the fall I turned engaged' theme
Referencing the show, tailor it perfectly to your recipient for their fall bridal shower!
26. DIY a display of soft pretzel party favors
Use a doughnut wall or similar peg wall or board to display jumbo soft pretzels that guests can take home as party favours! This will double as cute decor - tie each with a pretty bow to create a beautiful display that guests will love. You could even dip them in caramel chocolate or icing and crushed Biscoff crumbs, before packaging them in parcels and tying a ribbon to each one.
27. Try some picnic basket style party favour boxes 👈🏻
These are too cute for words!
28. Set up a hot cocoa stall with all the toppings
Guests will adore being able to make their own loaded hot cocoa, with toppings such as cream, all different marshmallows and sprinkles plus fun toppings to place atop the cream, such as mini soft pretzels, donuts, chocolate dipped jumbo marshmallows and curled chocolate wafers as stirrers!
29. Try a 'he popped the question' popcorn theme
You could set up a fun popcorn stall or bar, with different toppings - or try a fun outdoor 'movie night' setup, featuring home movies and memories, with fairy light decor!
30. Try some 'library card' wishes cards 👈🏻
These are too cute!
31. Try a Falling for Forever theme
A fun and romantic theme guests will swoon over!
Falling for Forever bridal shower invitation 👈🏻
32. Use wood slices to arrange party snacks 👈🏻
You could use these wooden rings as stands for party treats or to create a dreamy, rustic effect party table centerpiece.
33. Arrange some pretty forest foliage in empty glass bottles
To create a standout party table display for cheap! Don't worry about them all looking uniform, the mismatched look will add to the rustic charm! You could even add some candlesticks (unlit!) and entwine them in fall foliage for an elegant look.
34. DIY a fall themed cupcake pullapart
This will make for the best standout party display! To make this, you will need a whole set of un iced, plain cupcakes, along with some icing in a few different colours to decorate with. Choose your favourite fall inspired design - or even a heart - any simple design will do.
Arrange your cupcakes in your chosen formation, then layer the frosting all over the top of them, like joining the dots, ice them to create one whole shape. Then decorate with the finer details to bring it to life! You could even try a ring shape and deck it out with fall coloured edible pretty blooms for a show stealing centerpiece!
35. Set up a fall themed charcutie cup wall
36. Try a fun 'we make scents together' zone
Or party theme! You could set up an activity area for guests to make some scented goods - maybe perfume making, bath bomb making or scented sachet making - and set up a big banner overhead or chalkboard sign saying 'we make scents together' - so cute!
37. Try a candlestick painting activity
This is really a thing! A cute and charming activity that can be done outside or inside for a fall party.
38. Set up a picture or photo frame decorating activity
With mini shells, ribbons and pretty pieces of mosiac tiles and craft mirror pieces you can get from craft stores. Once the glue is dry, tie ribbons around them for everyone to take them home as favors and fill them with their favourite photos from the event!
39. A dreamy backdrop
Bridal shower personalised ribbon backdrop 👈🏻
40. Set up a pretty donut wall
So much fun for guests of all ages! This will also serve as cute party decor - try icing and sprinkling them with some edible petals for a dreamy look - or deck them out with edible blooms in fall hues.
41. Mini mug cake kits for party favours
This is such a fun and cute low cost - or no cost - party favour idea they will love! Mug cakes are the perfect easy comforting dessert they will be able to make on a whim. Create some mug cake mixes (minus the milk or wet ingredient) in different flavours and colours and place each one in its own special cone or zip lock sachet. Your recipient only needs to add the wet ingredient to the mixture and pop it in the microwave to create their mug cake!
42. Make some pretty popcorn parcels
Try some pretty popcorn party favours! You could try caramel popcorn, chocolate flavoured popcorn or even biscoff flavoured! Guests will adore the novelty and you could even add some mini marshmallows to make it extra magical!
43. Try an 'it's a love story' book theme
This would be so pretty and whimsical for a garden party or similar!
Storybook pages party decorations 👈🏻
44. Try a picnic basket party table centerpiece
Try checking thrift stores to see if they have one in your area - or you might even be able to rent one. Tie some pretty brown, orange, pink or cream coloured ribbons to the handles to make a super cute party table centerpiece! You could fill it with bottles of rose or party treats or create a magical display.
45. Try a 'the perfect pair' theme
For all the pretty green hues! You could even set up some elegant pear appetizers, such as pear and brie phyllo cups or pear and brie salad skewers.
The Perfect Pair bridal shower invitation 👈🏻
The Perfect Pair stripe bridal invitation 👈🏻
The Perfect Pair bridal shower backdrop 👈🏻
46. Set up a popcorn stall
This would go perfectly with the theme - arrange all kinds of flavours for guests to choose from and layer - you could even create a fun chalkboard sign showing guests the best combinations of flavours and toppings!
47. Serve some salted caramel desserts
This adheres perfectly to the theme and is super popular with guests alike!
48. Make some handkerchief bundle party favours
You could wrap party favours in handkerchiefs, then knot them onto sticks and twigs to make mini 'bindle' shaped favours - then attach little labels saying 'it's dangerous to go alone, take this' - guests will absolutely love!
49. Try a cute medieval fayre party theme
This is so fun and unique - set up a medieval fayre occasion! You could give everyone fun medieval princess hats to wear Think flower infused balloon displays, paper flower garlands, DIY some fun party hats with ribbons and streamers flowing from the top - play some fun games and even try an archery activity - and use edible petals for party treats and drinks!
50. DIY some beautiful pennant flags for a table centerpiece
As a cute and low cost party table centerpiece idea, why not craft some cute pretty pennant style flags from thick paper or cardstock, decorate them with special messages or cute phrases or quotes to match the theme, then attach them to skewers and arrange in a pretty vase with some beautiful blooms. Deck them out with cute motifs and sequins to make them look extra pretty!
51. Make some low cost party bunting
And even paper chains! You could make this super cheap by gathering some of those free wallpaper samples you can find at DIY stores or similar and using them to make cute party decorations - a mismatched effect will even add to the theme and look intentional, cute and shabby chic!
52. Try a themed paint and sip activity
You could create a pretty fall themed still life display for guests to paint! You could even serve some charcuterie style boards and platters for guests to graze on.
53. Arrange some pretty macarons or mini pastry puffs in tower formation
Try using mini creme puffs or eclairs, ice them in pastel hues and arrange them in tower formation. You could even decorate your creation in mini bows or edible wafer flowers and bows to make a beautiful statement display!
54. Set up a macaron tasting activity
You could give each guest a scorecard and get them to rate different macaron flavours. This is so much fun for guests of all ages and an elegant activity for your special occasion!
55. Set up a cool party directions signpost
This would be so cute for any theme and can direct guests to different zones around the party space! This is super useful and also doubles as cute party decor. You could even design some pointing to fantasy locations - and paint plain wooden signs with cute mini illustrations and swirly borders!
Blank ready made signs for decorating 👈🏻
56. Set up a mocktail or cocktail making station
This is an elegant activity for your fall party - why not set up a mocktail or cocktail bar with all the cute toppings and garnishes!
57. Set up a waffles or pancakes bar
Where guests can load up on all the toppings and create some unique waffle based creations!
58. Try some fun printable bridal shower games
These are so cute and are so much fun - plus are super low cost! You only purchase them once but can print as many copies as you need, they are so handy!
Bridal shower editable games bundle 👈🏻
59. Try an elegant brunch theme
Just right for a stylish fall bridal shower!
Brunch fall bridal shower invitation 👈🏻
60. Try a fun fairground or carnival theme
A cute and fun theme that would be great for an outdoors party or shower! You could set up a donut stall, a cotton candy stall and play fun fairground inspired games, such as hoop toss and can knockdown, plus set up some fun giant photo props!
61. Try mini blondie or brownie message hearts for party favours
Bake some mini brownie (or blondie!) hearts, then ice each one with 'ty' or a cute design to say thank you! Pop in some pretty boxes or packaging and tie with a pretty ribbon and voila!
62. A giant blackboard setup/photo memory wall
So all guests can write, draw and scribble their own messages on it! You could set up a giant chalkboard canvas that guests can decorate, with photos, drawings and messages! This would make an amazing photo backdrop for the party, for guests to take photos in front of.
To create the canvas backdrop for guests to decorate, grab some black paper or cardstock and staple it to a base, such as a wall, fence or giant board made from cardboard. Provide guests with some chalks and liquid chalk markers and let them decorate to their hearts content, with neon and pastel markers or even glow in the dark paint!
63. Set up a fun milkshakes or freakshakes stall
With all the toppings available! You could even make a freakshakes stall with oreos, donuts, cakes and squirty cream that guests can add to their creation - freakshakes being the perfect combination of milkshake and cake!
64. Create an ombre statement macaron tower
Try making a pretty pastel macaron tower, with macarons decked out in pretty gradating hues!
65. Play a game of Guess the Dress 👈🏻
An amazing, fun and creative game that your guests will love! You can print these out at home, as many copies as you need, for each guest!
66. Set up a photo taking area
Will ensure you have tons of pictures to capture the happy occasion and all the funny memories!
67. Try renting or borrowing some polaroid cameras
To create some fun snaps of the event to keep afterwards as special memories!
Printable 'how to take a photo' party sign 👈🏻
68. Try a polaroid style photo area setup
A really cute photo area setup idea!
Customisable polaroid style photo area prop 👈🏻
69. Set up a personalised Bridal Shower party sign 👈🏻
These are so dreamy and make for the best classy decor for your bridal shower, plus they are great for telling your guests where to go and that they have the right location!
70. Play a game of Guess the Age of the Bride
71. Set up a Friends inspired chalkboard backdrop
Using black card or paper, create a chalkboard display with some pastel markers or chalks, to read 'the one where I get married'. This looks so cute and guests can write their own messages on their too! Frame it with pretty balloons and decor and you have a gorgeous backdrop for photos!
72. Get your hands on some old round or oval photo frames
In order to make these amazing chalkboard decor displays to count down to your wedding day! You could fill them with black paper or card and use pastel markers and petals to create this look. These are so inexpensive to create and make for the perfect cheap bridal shower decor, perfect to DIY if you are on a budget!
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