40 Best Engagement Party Ideas to Celebrate Your Love in Style

An engagement party is a fun and festive way to kick off your wedding journey and celebrate your exciting news with your nearest and dearest! One of the best things about engagement parties is that there are no rules or limitations as to what you can do—depending on your taste and personality, your engagement party can be as formal or casual as you like. Laid-back couples might love the idea of an "I Do" barbecue in their backyard, or an engagement picnic in one of their favorite scenic spots. Meanwhile, couples who love all things fancy might opt for a Diner en Blanc or masquerade ball theme.

To help you get the ball rolling, you'll find some of the best engagement party ideas the web has to offer right here, including DIY decorations and themes, mouthwatering recipes, and adorable party favors to express your gratitude to your guests. No matter your style, there's something for everyone in this roundup, from a homemade pancake breakfast board for your engagement brunch, to a DIY floral backdrop that's just perfect for taking photos. Make your engagement party a night to remember with these amazing projects—some of which can even serve double duty as wedding decorations or lifelong keepsakes! (For more inspiration, check out these DIY bridal shower favors and engagement gifts!)