Host a Summer Seafood BBQ with Poply
If summer had a flavor, it would taste like sweet corn, buttery lobster, and a cold drink sweating in your hand. Whether you're planning a backyard feast or a beachside boil, a seafood BBQ is the ultimate way to celebrate sunny vibes and salty air. Here's how to use Poply to throw a shell of a party:
Set the Mood with a Nautical Vibe
You don't need to live by the coast to evoke seaside charm. Decorate with nautical touches like anchors, starfish, and classic red-checked tablecloths. Use shells and netting for simple centerpieces, or lean into a vintage sailor theme with a ship wheel and a few cheeky signs like “Seas the Day.”
Serve it up family-style and let guests dive in. Stick with sturdy plates and loads of napkins—this isn’t the time for fine china. For a seaside touch, line your trays with newspaper like a classic dockside shack and pile them high with crab legs, oysters, or chilled shrimp. It’s the kind of mess no one minds!
The Menu: Go Big or Go Lobster
This is your time to shine with a seafood spread that screams summer. Think:
- Steamed lobsters with drawn butter - extravagant but delicious!
- Peel and eat shrimp
- Roasted corn on the cob
- Thick wedges of watermelon
- Raw oysters on the half shell
- Lemonade, beer, or something bubbly over ice
Let guests dig in with minimal fuss—just make sure you've got crackers, bibs, and wet wipes on hand. It’s going to get gloriously messy.
Signal the Crew with Poply Invites
Once the menu’s set, it’s time to get the crew together. Use Poply's online invitation maker to make it easy and fun:
- Upload a photo showing a preview of the meal or a video of a gorgeous beach view to give guests a taste of what’s coming
- Choose a bold, designer color theme to match the coastal flair of your event
- Text invites directly to friends through the Poply app. It’s way faster and easier than managing a group chat
- Keep track of guests' RSVPs so you know how much seafood to snag. Poply makes it easy to see the "attending" and "not attending" responses (and the people who are ghosting you).
Reel It All Together
At the end of the day, a seafood BBQ is all about good food, good company, and relaxed summer energy. With the right tools, like digital invites from Poply, and a few nautical touches, you'll be well on your way to hosting a party that has everyone hooked.
What’s the best way to invite people to a BBQ?
The easiest way is to use an online invitation tool like Poply. You can create and send your BBQ invite in minutes — no printing or group texts needed.
Can I send BBQ invitations without using Facebook?
Yes! Poply lets you send party invites by text or email, so you don’t need social media accounts to get RSVPs.
Where can I find free BBQ invitation templates?
Poply offers beautifully designed BBQ and cookout templates you can customize and send for free.
How far in advance should I send BBQ invites?
It’s best to send your BBQ invites 1–2 weeks before the party. That gives guests time to plan and RSVP.
