Camping/Glamping Night Theme: Checklist

  1. Invitations & Guest Management
  • Printed or digital themed invitations
  • RSVP tracking system or guest list spreadsheet
  • Welcome sign or rustic entrance display
  • Name tags or themed badges (optional for games or activities)
  1. Dining & Serving Essentials
  • Dinner plates (rustic enamel, wood, or compostable bamboo style)
  • Dessert plates
  • Napkins (cloth or themed paper)
  • Flatware (disposable wood, vintage silver, or camping-style sets)
  • Drinkware:
    • Water glasses
    • Wine glasses
    • Enamel mugs or themed cocktail cups
  • Serving trays and platters (wood, metal, or stone)
  • Beverage dispensers (for water, cider, or sangria)
  • Ice buckets and tongs
  • Trash and recycling bins with discreet covers
  • Wet wipes or hand sanitizer stations
  1. Food & Drink Setup
  • Buffet or food station tables
  • Chafing dishes or warmers for hot items
  • S’mores station setup (skewers, marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers)
  • Cocktail bar setup or bartender station
  • Ingredient trays and mixers
  • Beverage coolers for beer/soda/wine
  • Labels for all dishes and drinks
  • Fire-safe area for marshmallow roasting or cooking
  • Optional: snack baskets with trail mix or gourmet popcorn
  1. Decor & Ambiance
  • String lights (Edison bulbs or fairy lights)
  • Lanterns (battery-operated or real flame)
  • Campfire pit or propane fire feature
  • Blankets and throws in baskets
  • Outdoor rugs, poufs, or floor cushions
  • Rustic centerpieces (pinecones, candles, mini lanterns)
  • Tent or glamping canopy setup
  • Themed signage (e.g., “Campfire Lounge,” “S’mores Bar,” “Cocktail Cabin”)
  • Pathway lighting (solar stakes, mason jars, or glow sticks)
  1. Seating & Comfort
  • Outdoor lounge furniture or chairs
  • Low tables or pallet-style dining areas
  • Extra pillows or faux furs for cozy seating
  • Weather plan (tents, heaters, extra tarps)
  1. Entertainment & Games
  • Music playlist or live musician setup
  • Sound system or Bluetooth speakers
  • Game supplies (trivia cards, scavenger list, bocce set, etc.)
  • Projector and screen for outdoor movie (optional)
  • Printed instructions or signs for games/activities
  • Prizes for winners (themed items or mini gift bags)
  1. Guest Favors
  • Party bags or welcome kits (mini flashlight, snack, candle, etc.)
  • Tags or labels for favor items
  • Basket or table for displaying favors

 

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