Top Summer Neighborhood Party Ideas for Vermont

1. Lawn Games & BBQ Potluck

• Activities: Cornhole, ladder toss, tug-of-war, ring toss, sack races.
  
  

• Food: Everyone brings a side, dessert, or drink. One or two households handle the grill (local meats or veggie burgers).
  
  

• Extras: Use Vermont-made BBQ sauces or maple marinades.
  
  

2. Ice Cream Social

• Set-Up: Build-your-own sundae bar with local creemees, Ben & Jerry’s tubs, Island Ice Cream or Sister’s of Anarchy local ice cream.
  
  

• Toppings: Maple syrup, blueberries, strawberries, granola, and chocolate chips.
  
  

• Fun Touch: Invite a local food truck or creemee stand if available.
  
  

3. Outdoor Movie Night

• Screen: Use a projector and a white sheet or inflatable screen.
  
  

• Movies: Pick family favorites or Vermont-themed films (like The Sound of Music or Charlotte’s Web).
  
  

• Snacks: Popcorn station, lemonade stand, local craft sodas.
  
  

4. Garden & Art Walk

• Theme: Let neighbors show off their gardens or porch displays.
  
  

• Art: Local kids or adults display art, photography, or crafts on front lawns or driveways.
  
  

• Add-On: Acoustic music or live performers from the neighborhood.
  
  

5. Maple & Music Block Party

• Music: Local folk or bluegrass bands.
  
  

• Food: Pancake griddle with Vermont maple syrup, bacon, and breakfast-for-dinner.
  
  

• Drinks: Lemonade, iced tea, or local brews (Zero Gravity, Fiddlehead, etc.).
  
  

6. “Vermont Fair” Mini Carnival

• Booths: Face painting, balloon darts, bean bag toss, and ring-the-bottle.
  
  

• Prizes: Local gift certificates, garden veggies, or hand-made crafts.
  
  

• Volunteers: Teenagers or parents run each booth.
  
  

7. Green Up Day Redux

• Twist: Combine a small cleanup of the neighborhood with a celebration.
  
  

• Follow-up: Picnic or grill-out after the clean-up. Use compostable plates and local produce.
  
  

8. Campfire & Storytelling Night

• Set-Up: Fire pits, string lights, camp chairs.
  
  

• Stories: Invite an elder neighbor to share Vermont tales or invite a local storyteller.
  
  

• Treats: S’mores bar with dark chocolate, local marshmallows, and flavored graham crackers.
  
  

🎨 Tips for a Great Vermont Vibe:

• Use locally sourced food or decorations when possible.
  
  

• Make it eco-friendly: compost bins, reusable cups, recycling stations.