International Picnic Day DIY Freebies, Recipes, and more

International Picnic Day DIY Freebies, Recipes, and more

Tomorrow is International Picnic Day! A day when people around the world pack their picnic baskets with delicious food, spread out picnic blankets in the grass (or sand!), and enjoy a great meal outside with friends or family members. To help you prepare for International Picnic Day, we included links for DIY blankets, as well as great picnicking spots throughout the United States, and recipes you can pack in your picnic basket.

DIY Blankets for International Picnic Day

International Picnic Day

basket by Jeremy Noble
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Colorful DIY polka dot picnic blanket made from a drop cloth

Spacious rollable picnic blanket

Water resistant LED picnic blanket

Do It Yourself Double Sided Picnic Blanket

No Sew Picnic Blanket

Best Places to Picnic in the US for International Picnic Day

Central Park in New York City– Classic and beautiful! You can’t go wrong with a picnic in Central Park.

Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts– Historic and stunningly beautiful. A great choice for a picnic location!

Folly Beach in Folly Beach, South Carolina- Striking beach views. Perfect picnic location for the beach lover.

Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California- Another beautiful location for a picnic!

Rams Island Lighthouse in Boothbay Harbor, Maine- The perfect picnic spot for individuals who love lighthouses!

Cumberland Islands in Cumberland Islands, Georgia– This National Seashore is the perfect location for a picnic.

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado– Great for the outdoors lover.

Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois – Chicago’s “front yard” and a city centerpiece. An ideal location for a picnic in Chicago.

Riverview in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania– This picnic spot overlooks the Allegheny River.

To search for a park or picnic spot in your local area, try google and look for parks and recreational centers.

Perfect Picnic Recipes for International Picnic Day

BLT Burritos

Egg Salad Sandwiches

Bacon and Cheddar Tea Sandwiches

Ham and Cheese Picnic Bread

Chicken Salad Pitas

Watermelon-Cucumber Salad

Honey-Dijon Potato Salad

Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Mozzarella

S’mores Cookies

Melt in Your Mouth Blueberry Cake

Chunky Cheesecake Brownies

Have a great Picnic Day tomorrow! We hope the weather in your area allows you to have a wonderful picnic with your favorite people in your favorite picnicking spot.

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