15 Super Easy Labor Day Picnic Ideas
Plan your next holiday getaway with these quick, easy-to-pack, and mess-free Labor Day Picnic Ideas featuring salad, sandwiches, desserts, and drinks. These recipes are ideal for a picnic or party, offering simple and affordable dishes yet brimming with elegance and great flavors. Wow!
Cheers to all you hardworking people out there! Labor Day is our day! And nothing is more comforting and rewarding than spending quality time with your loved ones to celebrate this day, like going on a picnic. Oh yes!
So, to make this event more fun and memorable, I’m sharing with you Labor Day Picnic Ideas to help you decide what to bring to your next family getaway. Because it’s true when they say good food plus great company equals happiness. ❤️
FAQs
Nothing beats the classic side dishes like salad, bread, and roast veggies because they pair perfectly with almost anything. However, you might want to consider where you serve these side dishes. For example, if you are on a picnic, it’s best to bring side dishes that are not messy to eat, don’t spoil quickly, and being hot or cold doesn’t affect the taste.
I would suggest something quick and easy, such as burgers, corn on the cob, hotdogs, pork chops, and fish. That way, cooking time won’t take too much of your time, so you can still enjoy hanging out with your loved ones while enjoying the food.
For starters, you’ll need chairs and tables or picnic mats, eating utensils, cups, and plates. For a BBQ picnic, add coals and a grill. It’s always best to plan your menu depending on the number of guests and their ages. Will kids be at the picnic? Family-friendly meals include fried chicken, fries, muffins, and sandwiches. But if it’s adults only, then you can’t go wrong with grilled meat, salad, and booze.
Appetizer and Snack Picnic Ideas
1. Red Potato Salad
This salad is perfect for a picnic because it’s not temperature-sensitive. It will still be amazing whether you serve it cold or not. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also incredibly filling and nutritious. And the best part is all this goodness is ready in less than 20 minutes. Oh yes!
2. Macaroni Salad
Labor Day picnic food ideas wouldn’t be complete without Macaroni Salad on the list because its colorful nature perfectly fits a beautiful scenic view. And it makes picnics more exciting. And most of all, kids love it, too, especially when it’s loaded with lots of cheese, bacon, and shredded chicken. Yum!
3. Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels
Make way for these fancy yet affordable picnic food, Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels, that will surely level up your picnic experience. You’ll so love how the creamy and meaty filling is beautifully rolled inside the homemade flour tortillas. Not only pleasing to the eyes but undeniably tasty, too. 👌
4. Grilled Corn on the Cob
Have you tried brushing your grilled corn with spice-infused garlic butter? Because, oh boy, it’s a party with an ear of corn. All these fun-tastic flavors are made possible with Creole seasoning, garlic butter, hot sauce, and cheese. Indeed, one of the best Labor Day picnic ideas worth trying 😉
5. Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Spice up your picnic spread with these smoky, spicy, and cheesy jalapeno poppers gloriously wrapped in bacon strips. Aaah! So yummy for bacon and spicy food lovers. Although they are already enjoyable on their own, you’ll love them even more with Beer Cheese Dip or Remoulade Sauce. 👍
Picnic Lunch Ideas
6. Mac and Cheese Bites
These yummy mac and cheese bites are the real shiznit! Who needs plates and utensils when you can just eat them with your fingers, mess-free! Pretty cool, huh?! Not only are they easy to make, but they are also easy to pack, making them the perfect picnic food with style. 👌
7. Chicken Salad Sandwich
I have total respect for whoever invented this sandwich and salad combo. You get both of the amazing snacks combined into one meal and made into nourishing handheld snacks you can bring and eat anywhere. It’s also fuss-free and highly nutritious! Add more cheese, and you’re in for a splendid treat! 😍
8. Buffalo Chicken Wings
Now tell me, how can you resist these highly seasoned and spicy buffalo chicken wings? They are super tender, juicy, and oh so flavorful! And they’re guilt-free, too, because they are baked. Oh yes! And I don’t mind getting my hands messy with these luscious wings. Yum!
9. Beer Can Chicken
You’ll be the instant favorite party host when you serve this roasted chicken to your guests. The secret? It is none other than beer. Ah-huh! The steam from the beer surrounds the chicken from the inside and out, so the meat is more flavorful. Oh yes!
10. Ham and Cheese Sliders
Level up the simple ham and cheese sandwich with luscious saucy toppings featuring sweet and savory flavors. Sounds fancy? You bet! And very tasty, too, because they are bursting with fantastic flavors from honey, butter, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. They’re also super affordable! 😉
11. Grilled Shrimp Kabobs
Experience your Labor Day picnic with style with these colorful and vibrant shrimp kabobs. The flavorful shrimp and veggies generously coated with the citrusy and spice-infused marinade will captivate you. Not only perfect for picnics but also make a great dinner perfect for busy weeknights. ❤️
Dessert and Drink Picnic Food Ideas
12. Blueberry Lemon Cake
Complete your picnic escapade with this sweet and citrusy cake. It has the perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors that screams nothing but happiness with every slice. Truly refreshing and comforting, so perfect for all seasons. And no need to frost it! 👌
13. Apple Pie
This apple pie oozes with warm and cozy luscious filling inside a buttery and flaky homemade crust. It’s so soul-satisfyingly delicious with its comforting flavors from cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Or you can also try the handheld version, Apple Turnover, for a mess-free snacking experience.
14. Jungle Juice
Kick up the party with this fruity cocktail drink meant for a big crowd. It has the right amount of sweetness and tartness to excite your tastebuds. Serve it with coconut shrimp or cucumber sandwiches at your next picnic for extra fun-filled happenings.
15. Lemonade
Let’s keep it simple with this healthy refreshing drink made with freshly squeezed lemons—easy peasy with only three ingredients and ready in less than 15 minutes. Indeed, the perfect thirst-quencher to cool you down. A Jamaican lemonade is also refreshing.
Conclusion
Time spent with your loved ones is precious, so munching on these delightful picnic foods while enjoying their company is a bonus. For more picnic food suggestions, you can also check out 30 Best Picnic Food Ideas and 15 Cold Picnic Recipes. Enjoy! 😉
