13 Unique Indoor Picnic Ideas To Bring the Vibe Inside (2024)

Looking for sweet and unique indoor picnic ideas? We get it! An indoor picnic is a great way to escape the elements and still have just as much — if not more fun — than you would at an outdoor picnic! Whether you are planning an indoor picnic photoshoot, event, or production, we’ve got all the tips you need to make your day as special as possible.

Each of these ideas was inspired by a different Peerspace venue, the go-to website for finding event and production spaces across the globe. All Peerspaces are available to rent by the hour from local hosts who welcome you and can help ensure your indoor picnic is a delicious and fun event.

While looking through this list of fun indoor picnic ideas, you may even find the perfect venue to host your event in a town or city near you!

1. Bring the outdoor vibes in with lush greenery

Just because your picnic is indoors doesn’t mean you can’t bring those outdoor vibes in! Lush greenery is the perfect way to give your indoor picnic an outdoorsy feel. Luckily, you can easily book a plant-filled venue through Peerspace that gives you the lush ambiance you want, without having to go out and buy dozens of plants for your home!

Here are a few examples of super lush and adorable Peerspaces that have that green thumb aesthetic:

• This plant-filled loft in Brooklyn, NYC (pictured above) with space for 14 guests, a 10′ oak dining table with seating for 10, a kitchen, a living room, a bar, and 43(!) live plants.
• The Boho Space in Phoenix, AZ with space for 50 guests, tables, chairs, speakers, tons of plant life, and adorable boho-styled furniture.
• This plant-filled Victorian stable in an old tram station in London, UK with space for 20 guests, tables, chairs, a kitchen, a sound system, and skylights.
• This plant paradise Midtown industrial studio loft in Atlanta, GA with space for 6 guests, an open floor plan, 13′ ceilings, and 50 live plants.

This is only the start of the types of serene and green plant-filled venues you can book on Peerspace! Search in your area and use keywords like “plants” and “lush” to find that perfect indoor picnic spot near you that helps your indoor picnic feel closer to nature.

2. Set up the picnic backdrop of your dreams

If you could have a picnic anywhere, where would it be? Maybe outside the Eiffel Tower in Paris? On Peerspace, you can find venues with Parisian picnic vibes without even leaving your hometown!

For instance, check out this beautiful French cafe with tasteful decor in Arcadia, CA. We adore its floral wallpaper, art-strewn walls, and crystal chandelier, for starters. It would be a perfect place for an indoor picnic for two — or a fantastic spot for an indoor picnic photoshoot!

3. Choose the perfect picnic colors

Whether you’re planning an event, production, or photoshoot with an indoor picnic theme — picking the perfect colors is so important!

On Peerspace, you can find plenty of examples of beautiful indoor picnic colors, like the color palette of this rustic luxury eco cottage in Oakland, CA. The yellow, turquoise, and pink hues give this indoor picnic space such an eternal summer feel.

“3 words IT WAS AMAZING,” shares a Peerspace reviewer who threw a food-centric event in this eco cottage. “Rachel is great and the space is beautiful/ accommodating! I will for sure book again. My best friend loved her dinner and the atmosphere.”

Add a brunch and bubbly twist to your indoor picnic using our champagne brunch party ideas!

4. Break out the bubbly!

A picnic is the ideal time to break out the bubbly — especially during a romantic picnic for two! Just check out how gorgeous these picnic photos complete with champagne turned out at this romantic tropical paradise in Miami, FL! 

It’s the type of venue that Peerspace reviewers have referred to as: “this place is Magical. such an hidden gem. I only used a small portion of it because I want to come back for more projects.”

Love the venue, but champagne isn’t really your thing? Then lemonade, punch, and bloody marys are some other great choices for a picnic brunch.

5. Hire a photographer to capture the moments

Let a photographer help you capture all your unique indoor picnic ideas! On Peerspace’s Photography Resources page, you can find information about photographers and photography in your area.

For example, if you want a photographer to really focus in on the food at your indoor picnic, Peerspace can offer food photographer recommendations in cities like Des Moines, Oakland, and more. If you are looking for a lifestyle photographer, or a portrait photographer for your indoor picnic, Peerspace can help with that too!

6. Pick out some tasty picnic treats

No need to make your own picnic food. Using Peerspace, you can book cafes and restaurants in cities across the globe that will serve all your indoor picnic food needs in a beautiful venue!

For instance, check out this charming cafe in Seattle, WA. It’s a petite space with modern bohemian decor to create a very welcoming ambiance. Plus, the host can provide you with full-service catering, barista service, adult drinks, and so much more! Talk to them about your indoor picnic ideas and see what they can come up with.

7. Ensure you have ample natural lighting

Any indoor picnic space is made better with natural lighting! When you are considering unique indoor picnic ideas and venues, it’s okay to be picky about lighting.

The right lighting can really make your picnic pop — as you can see in this beautiful indoor picnic and photoshoot venue in Seattle! It’s a unique and eclectic home brimming with maximal style. The natural sunlight that pours in adds an airiness that complements the space.

8. Add your own flair

Your indoor picnic can be whatever you want it to be! For example, how about choosing a glamorous indoor picnic-inspired space and enjoying the venue’s unqiue flair? It includes everything you need for a stylish indoor picnic, including a dining table that seats 14, a fully-equipped kitchen, and optional add-ons like a natural table runner and bartending services.

9. Sit on comfy pillows

Your indoor picnic will be super comfy with the addition of beautiful, fluffy pillows or cute little stools. And this Peerspace jungle venue in Phoenix has both!

“I would definitely recommend the space for any occasion – built in decor anyone?!” Said one Peerspace reviewer. Read all the reviews and see all the pics of this fun indoor picnic space on their Peerspace page!  

10. Buy inspired outdoorsy place settings

Celebrate the outdoorsy nature of your indoor picnic by buying burlap place settings, bamboo dinnerware sets, and other sustainable tabletop decor that is kind to Mother Nature while looking amazing. Then, book this luxury treehouse like you have never seen before in Norway, ME as the beautiful setting for your event. The treehouse is a gorgeous cabin nestled in the woods that offers you several indoor dining spots to setup your picnic. Indoor picnic ideas like these are both eco-chic and super easy to implement.

Check out these adorable fun luncheon ideas to delight your guests’ palettes!

11. Consider a faux grass rug

You don’t have to be outside to sit in the grass and enjoy your picnic. Faux grass is a fun alternative, with a much lower risk of ants joining your picnic or grass blades itching your legs! And it can look pretty classy too.

In fact, just look at how cool the faux grass looks in this multi-set production studio in Houston, TX! Cozying up on its soft surface will probably feel amazing!

12. Celebrate in a beautiful barn

A great way to get outdoor vibes at your indoor picnic is to host your event, photoshoot, or production in a barn! For example, this rustic barn in Sonoma, CA has some fabulous picnic vibes while still being covered, warm, and cozy inside!

13. Host your indoor picnic in a camper

Peerspace offers you access to plenty of rental venues that include RVs, campers, Airstreams, and more. These are often popular rentals for photoshoots and outdoor events, but there’s no reason why you can’t book one to enjoy your indoor picnic ideas!

For example, we love the setup of this unique country campsite in Jacksonville, FL since it provides you with a darling outdoor campsite complete with a picnic table (in case you end up wanting to spend some time outdoors!) and the interior of the RV itself, with boasts a little kitchen and a dining area. It will give your indoor picnic some true on-the-road vibes.

Indoor picnic ideas: conclusion

With these indoor picnic ideas and the perfect Peerspace event venue rental, hosting a sweet and unique event is easier than ever. Pick your favorite ideas, find a killer venue, and start working on that guestlist!

Need more ideas? These are just a few of the many indoor picnic ideas you can find on Peerspace! Browse spaces around the world to find inspiration, take an in-depth look at venues through photos, and book an amazing indoor picnic space near you in just a few clicks. We can’t wait to see what you find!

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