Graduation Party Décor · Lancaster County
Graduation Party Decorations in Lancaster, PA
Open house in the backyard, a party in the church fellowship hall, or a rented pavilion for the whole class? Tell us the date, the school colors and roughly how many guests you expect, and we’ll send you ideas and a quote for your grad party.
We can design and install the whole look (balloon arch, “Class of” backdrop, photo wall, dessert and memory tables) or just the statement pieces. It’s free to ask and there’s no obligation.
Grad party décor you can request
Balloon arches & garlands
Organic garlands and arches in school colors over the entrance, gift table or backdrop, with grad caps, stars or number balloons.
“Class of” backdrops & photo walls
Backdrops with the grad’s name and year, shimmer walls, framed arches and selfie spots for family photos.
Memory & display tables
Styled tables for photos, jerseys, diplomas and awards, plus card boxes and signage.
Dessert & food table styling
Linens, risers, signage and balloon accents for the cake, cupcake or snack table.
Tent, garage & pavilion styling
Centerpieces, table linens, string lights and entrance pieces that dress up rented tents and tables.
Marquee numbers & letters
Big light-up numbers or initials for the graduation year, often paired with balloon clusters.
Planning a grad party in Lancaster County
Most Lancaster County graduation parties happen between late May and July, and many families host on the same few weekends right after commencement. Those Saturdays book up fast, so ask for quotes as soon as you’ve picked a date, ideally in late winter or early spring.
Grad parties here range from backyard open houses in Lititz, Manheim or Willow Street to rented pavilions and fire halls, church fellowship halls in Ephrata or Elizabethtown, and joint parties for a group of friends. Tell us the setting and we’ll suggest what works: wind-resistant pieces for tents, compact setups for garages, or a bigger backdrop for a hall.
Ideas that photograph well
The backdrop is where every guest takes a picture, so it’s usually worth putting most of the décor budget there. A simple plan that works for most parties:
- One statement backdrop (balloon arch or garland + name and year) near the entrance
- A memory table with baby photos, team jerseys and awards
- School-color centerpieces or balloon weights on guest tables
- Clear signage: food, cards, and “Congrats [Name]” at the driveway or door
- For outdoor parties: shade for balloons and a plan B if it rains
Pair décor with your rentals
If you’re renting a tent, tables and chairs, book those first, then share the layout with us so balloon and backdrop sizes fit. Tents, tables and chairs come from separate Lancaster County rental companies; we add the décor on top.
How much do graduation party decorations cost?
It depends on the size of the backdrop or arch, how many tables you want styled, specialty balloons, and delivery and setup. For a sense of what area businesses publish:
- Lala Glam Events (Wyomissing, Berks County) lists a graduation balloon stack at $225 and 26-inch marquee numbers with side balloons at $575 on its graduation page.
- Lancaster PA Balloon Lady lists chiara arches starting at $500 and rectangle backdrops starting at $200 (custom balloons extra).
- Balloonables in Lancaster lists grab-and-go garlands starting at $80 and themed number stands starting at $125 (pickup).
- These are other local businesses’ own published prices, shown for reference only. They are not Lancaster Decorators prices; we quote every event individually.
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Where we decorate
We provide graduation party decorations throughout Lancaster County, including Lancaster, Lititz, Ephrata, Manheim, Mount Joy, Elizabethtown, Strasburg, Leola, Millersville and Willow Street. See the full service area.
FAQ
Graduation Party Decorations in Lancaster: FAQ
How far ahead should I book graduation party decorations in Lancaster?
As early as possible. Grad parties cluster on the weekends right after commencement in late May and June, and those dates fill first. Requesting quotes in late winter or early spring gives you the most choice.
Can you decorate a backyard or tent grad party?
Yes. Backyard open houses and tent parties are common. Mention that it’s outdoors so we can plan for sun, wind and rain (balloons fade and pop faster in direct sun).
Can the décor match our school colors?
Yes. Put the school colors (or school name) in your request and we’ll build the balloons, linens and backdrop around them.
How much does grad party decorating cost?
Pricing varies with the size of the install and setup, and we quote each party individually. For reference, some area balloon businesses publish starting prices on their own sites (for example, chiara arches from $500 at Lancaster PA Balloon Lady). Request a free quote for your party.
Do you also handle tent and table rentals?
Tents, tables and chairs usually come from separate local rental companies. We style on top of those rentals and can work with whichever rental company you book.
Can we do a joint party for several graduates?
Yes. Joint parties are common. Tell us how many grads and whether you want one shared backdrop or a display for each.
Do you do the decorating yourselves?
Yes. Lancaster Decorators designs, delivers, sets up and takes down your décor. If we’re already booked on your date or the request is outside our specialty, we’ll tell you up front and can connect you with a vetted local decorator instead.
Free Décor Quotes
Get a free graduation party decorations quote
Tell us your date, venue, guest count and style, and we’ll reply with ideas and a free, no-obligation quote.
Service area
Lancaster · Lititz · Ephrata · Manheim · Mount Joy · Elizabethtown · Strasburg · Leola · Millersville · Willow Street
Response time
Requests answered within 1 business day