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Baseball season is here!

Whether it’s the regular season or the World Series, tailgate parties are one of the most fun parts of being a baseball fan.

If you’re looking to throw a tailgate party this season and aren’t sure where or how to get started, this is the perfect post for you.

In this post, I’m sharing 40 baseball party ideas when it comes to food, decor, table setups, favors, and more.

Most of these ideas will work for both indoor and outdoor parties.

Plus, I’m sharing some of the best finds and tips to help you recreate these ideas for your own baseball party, as well as linking to other helpful tailgating and party throwing resources.

This post contains a ton of awesome inspiration and no matter what type of tailgate party you’re looking to throw, you’re sure to find a ton of fantastic ideas here.

Be sure to save your favorites to Pinterest using the red “save” button on each image!

So, here are 40 of the best baseball party ideas.

#1: Baseball Diamond Fruit Platter

This first baseball party idea is super clever and easy to put together.

Your guests will be delighted when they realize this fruit platter is actually a baseball diamond, complete with bases, an infield, outfield, and even a pitcher’s mound!

#2: Baseball Themed Plates & Labels

For another easy way to throw a baseball party, you can simply buy baseball themed party packs from places like Party City or Amazon.

These will work perfectly for outdoor tailgates, too.

I really like the grass themed table cover to represent a baseball field, and don’t forget to add some party supplies and decor with your team’s colors and logo if you’re going to be watching a game.

#3: Baseball-Themed Enamel Pins

If you're looking for a small party favor for your baseball party, custom enamel pins such a fun and creative idea that’s guaranteed to both surprise and delight your guests.

You can customize them according to the theme of your party or the logo of your favorite team and design your very own totally unique memento that guests can wear for years to come.

Enamel pins make the perfect addition to any baseball fan’s memorabilia collection as well as a super fun party game prize!

#4: Baseball Party Retro Printables

Did you know you can find a ton of cool printable party supplies on Etsy?

If you’ve been looking for things like concession signs and food labels, Etsy has a ton to check out that are beautifully designed and usually only cost a few dollars.

The retro style in this idea is awesome to take inspiration from!

To recreate this for your tailgate party, try using things like wood crates, retro candy, tin buckets, flag garlands, and vintage baseballs and gloves.

#5: Custom Neon Signs

If you're looking for totally original decor for your baseball party, consider custom neon signs.

These can be customized to fit the party theme so that they blend perfectly with your event.

The options are endless! Let’s say you’re hosting a New York Yankees game day party. You can get a custom neon sign of the Yankees logo to hang on the wall!

If you’re throwing a generic baseball-themed party, like a birthday party, classic baseball imagery like baseballs and bats will look awesome as decor (especially when it’s dark out).

#6: Baseball Mason Jars

How cool are these baseball mason jars?

These are beautifully put together and are sure to level up your party decor. You can use them as snack holders or even centerpieces.

You can always DIY these using mason jars, paint, and twine, or purchase them ready to go from somewhere like Etsy.

#7: Patriotic Party Theme

What better way to celebrate America’s pastime than by going with a patriotic party theme?

Red, white, and blue party supply pack options on Amazon are plentiful, and you can compliment the patriotic theme with wood snack boxes for a vintage touch. How adorable for your concession stand!

#8: Baseball Food Platter

Even Yankees fans can appreciate how impressive these Boston Red Sox cupcakes are!

You can take inspiration from these and bake a batch based on your own team, and don’t forget to use a tiered display so that everyone can admire your cupcakes.

#9: Team Popcorn Mix

This is probably one of the easiest baseball party snacks to put together. All you need is some popcorn and M&M’s that match your team colors.

Mix it all together in a giant snack bowl, place some cups/popcorn containers nearby, and you’re set!

To get fancy, you can even add in other snacks like pretzels or candy.

#10: Party Favor Printables

If you’re planning on giving out party favors, why not make them nice and presentable with these party favor labels from Etsy?

They’re made specifically for baseball themed parties and are sure to add a fun touch to your favors. I love how good they look paired with the twine, too!

#11: Baseball Party Food Table

Here’s a super cool idea if you need inspiration for your food table setup.

My advice would be use large wood boxes as a display for things like cupcakes and cookies, and use platters and trays for your other foods and snacks around it.

Be sure to use varying heights of boxes and trays in your setup to make your table setup more visually appealing.

Then, fill in the gaps with things like trophies, baseballs, mini baseball helmets, and gloves.

#12: Baseball Themed Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Here’s a snack idea that’s sure to delight your guests! Plus, chocolate covered strawberries are delicious.

Place a tray of these next to other snacks that will pair well with them like pretzel rods and other fruit. You can even leave some kabob sticks out so guests can enjoy these on a stick.

#13: Three Tier Snack Platter

A three tier snack platter like this one is a great way to display snacks in a way that’s visually pleasing and accessible for your guests.

A must have for any food and drink table!

You can recreate this idea by using a metal platter and vintage baseball snacks like cracker jacks, peanuts, hot dogs, and bubble gum.

#14: Baseball Themed Cookies

Whether you bake them yourself or buy them from the store, cookies are a staple when it comes to party desserts.

Baseball themed cookies like these are perfect for a party or tailgate!

You can even try to make some with your favorite team’s logo on them if you don’t want just a classic baseball cookie.

Although for that, maybe hire a professional because baseball logos are often really detailed!

#15: Baseball Helmet Snack Cups

baseball party snacks — *Source:* *pinterest.com*

How fun are these baseball helmet snack holders?

They make great scoopers for snacks in a big bowl like popcorn or tail mix, and I love that you can order ones for specific teams, too.

What a great idea for big games like playoffs and the World Series!

#16: Baseball Party Favor Bags

For another great idea to level up your party favors, try using baseball themed paper bags like these.

These are super easy to DIY, too. Just buy a pack of plain white bags and draw the red markings to represent a baseball right on the front.

Or to save time, just buy a pre-made pack of party favor bags.

#17: Baseball Bat Pretzel Rods

These are the perfect snack to compliment the chocolate covered strawberries from earlier in this post.

I would leave the strawberries and plain pretzel rods on separate trays and have a chocolate fountain nearby so guests can make their own baseball bat pretzel rods!

That’s an idea suited for a more elaborate party, though.

For a simple tailgate, you can always just bring the snacks and set them up on a small table. Your guests will love them just the same.

#18: Outdoor Food Table

Need more food table ideas? Here’s one perfect for a backyard baseball party.

To start recreating this look, grab a red table cover to place over your table. Place simple white trays and platters on top for your snacks.

Use vintage style glass (or any clear) containers like these ones to fill with candy, and leave some scoopers and cups next to them so guests can fill them with goodies.

For decor, use wood pedestals and place baseballs on top, and compliment the red table cover with a festive flag garland around the front of the table.

To finish it off, use a chalkboard to write or draw something related to baseball.

#19: Baseball Centerpieces

Every good party needs some beautiful centerpieces.

You can use ideas like this one for decorating your food table, or if you’re having a larger party with more guests, place your centerpieces in the middle of each table guests will be eating at.

You can find gorgeous baseball themed printable centerpieces on Etsy, and tape or glue them to simple wood craft sticks.

Stick them inside metal buckets filled with peanuts and you’re done!

#20: Baseball Food Flags

Need an easy way to make your baseball party food look more festive? Just stick some food/cupcake toppers in them!

There are countless options on Amazon, and you can even use them as food labels, too.

#21: Baseball Flag Centerpiece

What a gorgeous idea for centerpieces at your baseball party! Just use wood sticks, mason jars, and peanuts to put together this beautiful display.

#22: Baseball Paper Chain

baseball party decor — *Source:* *etsy.com*

For a classic, fun, and festive way to decorate your tailgate party, try making this simple DIY baseball paper chain.

This is another digital download from Etsy where all you have to do is cut out your paper chains and link them together using tape or glue.

This would look great hanging from the top of a car trunk if you happen to be doing a parking lot tailgate!

#23: Baseball Balloon Arch

Looking for that one thing to instantly level up your baseball party decor? Use a balloon arch. It’s honestly hard for these things to not look amazing.

#24: Baseball Team Napkins

Compliment your party plates and utensils with some paper napkins (a tailgating must have)!

If you’re hosting your party to watch a specific game, look for team specific napkins to add to that fun game day atmosphere.

#25: Baseball Party Confetti

This is another fun and unique way to decorate food tables and guest tables alike.

Just remember to sprinkle your confetti on the tables before you place your snacks down.

You definitely don’t want pointy star confetti getting stuck in your party food!

#26: Tailgate Party Snack Table

If you’re looking for more inspiration for a vintage style, patriotic party theme, here you go!

I love that candy bar holder displaying the Baby Ruth candy bars. If that’s not Instagram worthy, I don’t know what is.

To pull off this party theme, use wood pieces like display boxes and snack crates for your food table. Then fill them with classic baseball game snacks!

Other ways you can display party food include using clear vintage style jars, and three tier trays.

#27: Vintage Style Decor

For a super cool baseball themed display for your party, try recreating something like this!

Stack some wood crates of varying sizes on top of one another and fill in the gaps with baseball bats, baseballs, gloves, helmets, and party signs.

#28: Baseball Bat Snack Platter

You won’t find a display tray more fitting for a baseball party than this one! Use it as a cool and unique way to hold cupcakes, candy, hotdogs or any other party food.

#29: Team Specific Decor

This next idea focuses on team specific party decor rather than general baseball decor.

The party in this picture was thrown by Mariners fans, but you can still take inspiration from it if you’re a fan of a different team.

To get the look, use party decor with your team’s colors and use team memorabilia like cards, baseballs, signs, baseball banners, flags, and gloves as decorations.

#30: Baseball Fruit Kabobs

Here’s another super fun and easy snack idea perfect for a baseball party.

For these, I would recommend putting the fruit kabobs together first and then using frosting to draw the red markings on the marshmallows.

Then, you can set them up on a tray ready to be enjoyed by your guests!

#31: Rustic Party Decor

This has got to be one of the most beautiful baseball party displays I’ve ever seen.

If you’re looking for rustic yet elegant party decor inspiration, save this one to your Pinterest board.

It’s from a first birthday party, but you can still get some awesome inspiration for a tailgate party, too.

Some great decorations from this setup you can use in your own party include burlap banners, wood crates, baseball trophy figures, letter board signs, and balloon arches.

#32: Baseball Glove Snack Holder

I thought this idea was so clever and unique and just had to include it!

Simple enough - just take some baseball gloves and use them as candy holders on your snack table. Decorative and functional!

#33: Baseball Cupcakes

What a cute idea for decorating baseball themed cupcakes! These aren’t super hard to do either.

Definitely display them in an alternating pattern like in the picture if you decide to recreate them for your own party.

#34: Baseball Cupcake Display

Here’s another fantastic baseball party idea for a cupcake display!

If you have the skills to build and paint it, this’ll make for a fun DIY project that you can reuse at tailgate parties for years to come.

#35: Popcorn Bags

Planning on serving popcorn at your baseball party?

Be sure to have some scoopers and popcorn bags available so your guests can enjoy the snacks.

You can go with a classic American theme and choose red and blue bags, or use bags that match your team’s colors if you’re gathering to watch a big game!

#36: Dessert Table

Here’s another truly impressive party setup! You can use this one as inspiration for a dessert table to display cakes, cookies, brownies, and more.

Three easy ways to take your dessert table setup to the next level are to drape a picnic blanket over your table cover, use a matching balloon arch behind the table, and use a large blackboard as a concession sign.

These are all bold, aesthetically pleasing decor ideas that will make your party look like a pro planned it!

#37: Concession Sign

Speaking of concession signs, here’s a beautiful option you can purchase as digital download option from Etsy and then print, cut out, and frame yourself to display on any of your food and dessert tables.

It’s completely customizable, too, so you can add and take out menu items as you see fit.

#38: Baseball Napkin Rings

How to add an extra special touch to your party’s silverware? Napkin rings!

This is a small party planning detail that often goes overlooked, but one that your guests will surely notice and admire, especially baseball themed ones like these.

#39: Baseball Party Cups

Tailgate parties call for lots of disposable dinnerware, drinking cups, and utensils.

But why get boring paper cups when you can get awesome baseball themed party cups like these?

These will add a festive touch to your party that guests will love drinking out of!

#40: Baseball Garland

Etsy is known for beautiful, high quality handmade decor, and this baseball garland is no exception.

Display it on your food table, across an entry way, or hanging from your car trunk for a parking lot tailgate.

No matter where it’s displayed, this handmade garland will add a unique and homey touch to your party decor.

#41: Tailgate Food & Drink Holder

Talk about convenience! This portable food and drink holder from Amazon features an insulated cooler, four cup holders, and a food basket all in one.

If you’re looking to throw a small, simple tailgate, this is definitely something you should have on hand.

#42: Food Table Setup

My final baseball party idea for you is super aesthetically pleasing and matches that vintage baseball aesthetic I mentioned throughout this post.

To recreate this look, use a warm, natural color palette with lots of tan, brown, pink, and red.

Outro & Closing Thoughts

That wraps up this post on the best ideas for throwing baseball party.

I hope you found some great inspiration and unique finds for your party on this list.

Baseball is truly an amazing sport and celebrating your love of the game with fellow fans is always so much fun.

So, get hyped for game day and go throw a tailgate party for the ages. Happy baseball season!

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