Do you have a special occasion on the horizon, or are you looking to throw a party “just because”? There’s no better way to signify the start of summer than a good ol’ classic Lobster Bake. The perfect occasion for gathering family and friends to enjoy each other’s company! A nautical theme never goes out of style, and who doesn’t love lobster in the summer!

Menu Mix it up or keep it simple! You can choose to include as many fish dishes as you wish! Embrace a classic menu with a one pot lobster bake. This dish is sure to please your whole party, while keeping clean-up minimal (recipe here). Or choose to go all out with a variety of seafood and twists on the classics. Spice up the party with delicious side dishes like lobster mac and cheese and homemade cheddar bay biscuits. The menu is your oyster!

Drinks You can’t go wrong in the beverage department as long as everything is ice cold! Find a guide to pairing seafood and wine here. Keep the party feeling seaside by serving tropical specialty drinks, and hire a bartender here. For a crowd under 21, include soda and juices galore garnished with nautical straws.

Decorations The name of the game here is nautical. Reds, blues, anchors, and stripes galore! Feel free to play around with patterns and colors. Put out a red and white checkered tablecloth for a classic outdoor picnic feel. Anything with lobsters or a gingham pattern is guaranteed to keep your party on theme! Check out seaside decoration inspiration here.

Extras & Activities There are so many ways to personalize your Lobster Bake and create party fun for everyone. The perfect way to keep everyone on their feet is to hire a DJ or live music. Set up lawn games and put guests on teams - entertain the kids all night by booking the fun carnival games here. Book a photo booth to provide guests with memories they can take with them even after the party ends. Set the photo booth up with captain hats and lobster bibs for your guests to use as props! This fun station will have party goers lining up all night long!

#SummerLobsterBake Themed Captions:

• “Navy is my neutral”
• “Stay Anchored”
• “Good vibes happen on the tides”
• “Seas the day”
• “We don’t give a ship”
• “Work like a captain party like a pirate”
• “High tides and good times” 

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