Seasonal Entertaining & Decorating
Whether you're planning a summer picnic or a winter gathering, find tips and ideas for all your seasonal entertaining plans.

Welcome to Al Fresco Week

How to Set Up a Self-Serve Bar for Easy Outdoor Entertaining

How to Set an Outdoor Table to Make Dining Al Fresco Even More Enjoyable

Tea Parties and Themed Dinners Will Be the Most Popular Ways to Entertain This Summer, According to Pinterest

12 Tips for Hosting a Successful Summer Barbecue or Cookout

Darcy Miller's Organizing Tips Turn Party Supplies Into Décor

Darcy Miller's Tips for Creating a Lovely Valentine's Day Breakfast Celebration

The Martha Collective: August Issue

9 Creative Ways to Use a Punch Bowl (Besides Serving Punch)

19 Answers to Your Most Common Holiday Party Etiquette Questions

The Best Faux Garlands to Dress Up Your Home for the Holidays

22 Stylish Essentials to Help You Set Your Best Thanksgiving Table Yet

The 10 Best Turkey Platters to Show Off Your Bird This Thanksgiving

Kevin Sharkey’s Cocktail Commandments for Setting Up a Beautiful, Functional Home Bar for Entertaining

How to Prepare Your Home to Host a Beautiful Thanksgiving Celebration

15 Beautiful Thanksgiving Decorations to Shop This Harvest Season

11 Festive Serving Platters You'll Use for Every Holiday Meal

7 Common Hosting Mistakes to Avoid for a Fun and Stress-Free Party

20 Outdoor Fall Décor Ideas That Will Elevate Your Home for the Season

11 Foods and Drinks You Should Never Serve at an Outdoor Party

10 Fall Home Decorating Trends Interior Designers Are Embracing This Season

Outdoor Gatherings: Our Guide to Casual Yet Elevated Summer Entertaining

How to Celebrate Fall Like Martha—From Making a Halloween Costume to Decorating Your Home

40 Fall Décor Ideas That Celebrate the Cozy Season

How to Host a Casual Outdoor Dinner Party That Still Feels Elevated

How to Keep Guests Cool at a Summer Party, According to Entertaining Experts

20 Photos From Martha's Homes That Will Get You Excited for Fall

12 Christmas Table Setting Ideas That Will Enchant Your Guests

How to Plan a Holiday Open House Party—and Why It's the Best Way to Host, According to Entertaining Experts

Basic Chicken Soup

Apple Crisp

Peach Crumble

Easy Steamed Artichokes

14 Types of Pumpkins You'll See This Fall

10 Halloween Games to Play with the Entire Family

12 Tasty Sides to Serve With Burgers (Other Than Fries)

Chocolate Soufflé

Shake Up Your Summer Entertaining and Host an Aperitivo Hour

Planning a Picnic? Here's How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location

20 Beautiful Fall Porches to Celebrate the Season

Simple Coleslaw

How to Smoke Fish

Butternut Squash Soup With Coconut Milk and Ginger

Cajun Jambalaya

No-Bake Key Lime Cheesecake

Everyday Vegetable Soup

How to Make an Extra-Dirty Martini

Potato Salad

How to Keep Your Dog Safe at Your Next BBQ or Cookout—Including the Foods They Should Never Eat

Martha Is Hosting a Party at Bedford Farm—Here's How She's Preparing for Her Summer Celebration

19 Shatterproof Dinnerware Sets for Outdoor Entertaining

6 Accidents to Expect at Your Summer Parties—and How to Avoid Them

7 Summer Hostess Mistakes to Avoid This Season

How to Create a Summer Charcuterie Board That Will Wow Your Guests

19 Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas Sure to Wow Your Guests

12 Fabulous French Appetizer Recipes That Bring the Bistro Home

25 Handmade Halloween Treat Bags and Favors Sure to Delight

9 Summer Menus to Inspire Your Next Dinner Party

The Best Foods to Pack for Your Next Picnic

25 Vegetarian Grilling Recipes for Your Next Cookout

Five Ways to Be a Thoughtful Winter Party Hostess

23 Colorful Summer Side Dishes to Make Right Now

How to Build an Antipasto Platter for a Crowd