12 Festive Friendsgiving Decorations

Host your besties for a fall feast with our favorite Friendsgiving decorations and ideas.

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Updated on October 27, 2023
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Turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, mulled wine and pumpkin pie — your Friendsgiving menu is squared away, but what about your party decorations? Make the most of your annual gathering with on-theme accents and serveware that celebrate the holiday in style.

Don’t worry: it’s easier (and cheaper!) to elevate your space than you think. Add a few details to your dining room, cozy touches to your den and a few autumnal accents to your kitchen, and, voila! You will be party-ready in no time. We’ve got you covered with the best party decor. Find our top Friendsgiving finds to bring festive fall flair to every corner of your home.

From $2.76
Minted

Set the tone for your Friendsgiving soirée with a set of artful autumn invitations. This cozy design from Minted is easily customized and comes in a monochromatic orange or sage colorway. Choose from four luxurious papers to suit your event style and budget.

$7 $12.99
Amazon

Rumor has it that Friendsgiving food tastes better when served from pretty paper plates. We can’t confirm or deny these whisperings, but our advice? Take all the help you can get. This autumnal plate set is so gorgeous that it’s all but guaranteed your pumpkin pie will be well-received at your Friendsgiving fête. Each set includes 24 gold-foiled paper plates and rings in under $20.

$35
Amazon

Cleaning up has never been cuter. Grab a set of these budget-friendly, disposable napkins for Friendsgiving and go ahead and snag another for your family feast on Turkey Day. Each pack has 50 printed napkins with cheeky holiday sayings in three autumnal hues that blend seamlessly with your existing autumnal table decorations.

$18 (Set of 10)
Etsy (US)

Prepare for an influx of compliments when you serve guests drinks in these charming Friendsgiving cups. The frosted stadium cups feature metallic gold lettering to offer a shimmery greeting befitting your Friendsgiving gathering. Each set includes ten 16-ounce stadium cups that you can wash and reuse or send home with guests for a gift that keeps on giving.

$26
Etsy (US)

Add autumnal flair to your buffet table or create a can’t-miss photo op with this paper leaf banner. Each banner comes with rust, orange and marigold paper fan leaves to ignite your party with color and create an eye-catching focal point for your Friendsgiving dinner.

From $0.99
Etsy (US)

Zhuzh up your dining room table with a set of autumnal place cards. These handmade wooden name cards set the tone for Friendsgiving festivities with a maple leaf silhouette and sleek script engravings. Bonus: These cards double as a sweet take-home token for guests at the end of the night.

From $16 (Set of 8)
Etsy (US)

What’s Friendsgiving without festive fall libations? Snag a set of these whimsical turkey drink tags to add seasonal flair to your guests’ drinks. Each bundle includes eight acrylic turkey tags that you can wash and reuse for years to come. Choose between two slot sizes to best suit your glassware and three fresh finishes: white, beige or blush.

$26
Wayfair

Treat your besties to a take-home token of your affection with this darling canvas favor bag set. Each set includes six drawstring canvas pouches adorned with a printed seasonal greeting and motif. Fill the bags with homemade candy, a sweet-and-spicy trail mix or an airplane bottle of fall-forward booze to kick off the party.

From $22 (Set of 8)
Etsy (US)

The only thing sweeter than a Friendsgiving cupcake is a Friendsgiving cupcake that comes topped with these darling acrylic toppers. The eight-piece set includes four festive laser-cut designs and comes in your pick of finish: white, beige or a combo of both. Simply add the toppers to your cupcake, apple tart or pumpkin pie before serving to add a festive touch to your dessert table.

$18.99
Amazon

Snag this buffalo check tablecloth to create a soft and welcoming space to share your Friendsgiving meal. The classic fall pattern and rich autumnal hues are sure to play well with any of your existing Thanksgiving decorations. Style the tablecloth with warm gold or brass candle holders, white taper candlesticks, creamy fairytale pumpkins and fresh autumnal blooms to round out your party design.

$15
West Elm

What’s a celebration without a pop of glitter? Add shimmer and shine down the center of your Friendsgiving table with this gold glitter leaf garland. The warm, golden tone plays well with any autumn color palette. Plus, you can continue to use the versatile accent on your mantel, staircase or dining table for the upcoming winter holidays.

$22 $24
Amazon

Up the ambiance and set the tone for your Friendsgiving fete with warm, amber candlelight. This glass votive set makes the perfect addition to your table centerpiece; nestle the six holders around a floral arrangement or line them neatly in a row down the center of your table for a modern, understated look. Stick to unscented candles to ensure your guests enjoy their meal without being overpowered by over-the-top fall fragrances.

$34
Etsy (US)

Don’t forget to add some on-theme art to your bar cart! This modern acrylic sign is a perfect fit for any drink station. Style the half-arch design alongside fall candles, autumnal blooms and a batch of your famous mulled wine. Our favorite thing about this Thanksgiving sign? Each one is handmade to last so you can use it time and time again.

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