Looking for gingerbread party ideas that go beyond decorating a little house? Think cookie-topped cupcakes, candy-filled tables and smiling gingerbread party favors.
There’s plenty to choose from here, whether you want a whole candy-themed setup or just a few cute touches.
You can keep things simple or go all out. Start with your decorating table, then pick a treat and a few decorations to go with it.
I especially love the tiny houses at each place setting!
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little houses and striped napkins
We’re starting off strong with this gorgeous gingerbread house place setting. I love the red-and-white roof with the striped napkin underneath.
The greenery and pinecones running down the table are just as pretty.
Try a little house on each plate to follow this look. I’d choose battery candles for the lanterns beside all those bows.
peppermint trees and decorating stations
How cute is this decorating table? The tall peppermint-style trees and red bows make it feel like a little candy shop. Each place has a house with a white roof ready for decoration.
Set small bowls of colorful candy between the houses so your guests can choose their own mix.
a cookie-covered invitation
This invitation may just be one of my favorite details here. I love the golden cookie illustrations against the dark red background, especially the little gingerbread people.
Try a similar border around your own party details. If you’re hosting a decorating contest, put that right on the invitation so everyone knows the plan.
giant cookies and candy trays
Don’t want to build houses and want something a little simpler? Go with oversized gingerbread people instead.
These have little bow ties and buttons outlined on them, with icing bags beside each place.
The muffin trays full of candy are such a useful detail. Try separating your decorations into the different cups like this.
brown and cream balloons
I am obsessed with this balloon combination. The dark brown, tan and cream look so pretty together, with clear gold-confetti balloons tucked between them.
If you want a backdrop without the classic red and green, try this palette behind your gingerbread table.
red mugs piled with toppings
How adorable are these little gingerbread faces peeking out of the mugs? The marshmallows, candy canes and sprinkle-covered rims make this such a fun drink presentation.
For your own cocoa station, set out red mugs and let guests choose their toppings. I’d keep the smiling cookie as the finishing touch.
gingerbread cupcake toppers
The little green bow ties are my favorite part of these cupcakes. Each gingerbread person sits above a swirl of frosting with red and green sprinkles.
Try gold-colored cupcake liners if you want to follow the same look. They’re so pretty beside the white cake stand.
a snowy village centerpiece
Don’t want lots of bright candy colors on your table? No problem!
This little village keeps things brown and white, with detailed roof patterns and glowing windows.
Group house decorations on a round base with decorative snow around them. Battery lights would be a good choice for recreating that glow inside.
smiling candy cane holders
OMG, how cute are these gingerbread-shaped packages? I love their pink cheeks and wavy white outlines.
The wrapped candy canes tucked against their arms make them even sweeter.
You could use a similar design for party favors or lay one at each place setting.
little layered dessert cups
If you’re looking for an individual dessert idea, this one is for you. These clear cups show off a brown crumb layer beneath a pale filling, with a swirl and a smiling cookie on top.
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Use this presentation for your favorite layered dessert. Don’t forget a little spoon beside each cup.
a candy-topped drip cake
This is one of my favorite dessert ideas on the list. I love the pink and green macarons around the top, plus that tiny gingerbread cookie tucked in at the front.
The white drips look so pretty against the brown sides. Save this picture as decoration inspiration if you’re ordering a party cake.
a gingerbread candy shop
If you are looking for an all-out party display, then this one is for you. There’s so much to love, from the giant wrapped-candy decorations to the gingerbread figures in front.
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The greenery around the little counter is filled with candy-shaped ornaments. Try a smaller version around your treat table if you don’t have room for the whole shop.
gingerbread tableware and pastel trees
I love this brown-and-white tableware with the little pastel trees. The house-shaped plate and matching cup are just too cute together.
Add gold-colored cutlery and a string of little star lights if you want those same extra touches. The pale pink details are lovely here.
a sweet little village board
Who wouldn’t want to take a closer look at this? The little houses sit along winding crumb paths, with marshmallows, gumdrops and pretzels filling the spaces between them.
You could try a smaller village on a serving board rather than filling a whole table. Keep the peppermint roof decorations if you love the red-and-white details.
mini cookie cups
Don’t want every dessert to have a gingerbread face? No problem there!
These little brown cookie cups have white centers and mini chocolate chips on top.
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They’re a cute presentation to borrow for a bite-size treat. Arrange yours on a tray beside the drinks.
a stack of gingerbread smiles
Looks like these gingerbread people decided to stand on each other’s heads, haha! The tall decoration has striped candy canes down the sides and a Santa hat right at the top.
Try a similar freestanding decoration beside your party entrance, keeping the walkway clear.
boxed cookie decorating kits
This is such a cute way to package a decorating activity. Each box pairs a gingerbread cookie with a bag of white icing and a printed card.
I especially love the red bows on the cookies.
You could offer kits like these as take-home favors if your party table is already full of other activities.
a gingerbread house photo frame
How fun is this house-shaped photo prop? The big open window is surrounded by candy canes, peppermint circles and little white snowflakes.
The colorful bulb shapes along the roof are my favorite detail. Try setting up a similar frame in a clear corner where guests can pose behind the window.
a pink gingerbread party table
This is another pretty gingerbread table, but it’s a little different from the red-and-white setup above. I love the pink runner and the smiling gingerbread-shaped plates.
Little houses, flowers and miniature trees run down the middle. Pick a few of those details for your own table rather than feeling like you need every piece.
colorful candy cone favors
Last but definitely not least, we have these candy-filled cone bags. The layers of red, green and white sweets look so cute through the clear packaging.
Try ribbon bows at the top of your own favor bags. Those little holly decorations are a pretty extra touch if you want to keep the Christmas theme.
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