- Many high school graduates celebrate in the days and weeks immediately following graduation. This ties the party closely with the actual event and is a great way to kick off the summer. Start making reservations for June graduation parties in February or March due to the high number of weddings and graduations happening at the same time. Reservations for picnic pavilions, party rooms and community halls may get snatched up if you wait too long. When making your reservation, jot down important contact numbers, time restrictions and other rules so you don't forget them.
- Celebrate graduation with a bang by having a barbecue on the Fourth of July. The theme of freedom would ring true for both important events. Plan a picnic near the location of a community fireworks display. With extra days off from work for the holiday, this makes it possible for out-of-town guests to attend the graduation party. Plan old-fashioned picnic games such as the three-legged race and sack race.
- Many high school graduates have busy summer plans. An August graduation party is a nice time for high school graduates to celebrate before the actual send-off to college. A party in August just before leaving for college doubles as a going-away party. August parties need to be planned around summer vacations and the first day of school. A lake or beach would be a great location for an August graduation party. Just make sure you bring the bug repellent and citronella candles.
- Many things need to be considered when planning a graduation party. The number of guests, the graduates' summer schedule and the party budget will have an effect on when and where you host this celebration. Remember to personalize the affair by assembling a display of the graduate's awards, trophies and photos that document the high school years. Provide a blank journal or scrapbook in which guests can write messages to the graduate.