How much food do I need for a 50 person 4th of July Party?

For a 50-person 4th of July Party, plan for 13 lbs of bbq/pulled pork, 12 dozen of sliders, 11 platters of appetizers.

How much beer and drinks for a 4th of July Party?

For a 50-person 4th of July Party, plan for 15 cases of beer, 15 bottles of spirits.

The most popular foods for a 4th of July Party are bbq/pulled pork, sliders, appetizers. These are crowd favorites that are easy to serve and enjoy.

Fireworks are great. Running out of burgers is not.

Guests

The spread

Food amounts assume a buffet spread with several dishes; drinks split one shared bar.

For 50 guests

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Planning notes

Outdoor grilling is expected, plan for burgers, hot dogs, and BBQ.
Hot weather means lighter appetites, so trim food quantities a little from an indoor plan.
Keep cold foods cold, refresh ice every 90 minutes in summer heat.
Fireworks timing matters, have lighter snacks for after dark.
Outdoor heat pushes beer consumption up, so buy more than you would for an indoor party.
Ice melts fast in July. Buy more than seems reasonable and keep backup bags in the freezer.
Coolers kept in the shade hold their ice far longer than those sitting in direct sun.

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