{"id":84350,"date":"2024-03-07T01:22:38","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T09:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/?p=84350"},"modified":"2025-11-25T16:22:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T00:22:38","slug":"trunk-party-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/trunk-party-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Fun Trunk Party Ideas To Impress Your Guests"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Begin Peerspace Banner -->\n\n<div class=\"answer\">\n\n  \n  <span class=\"answer-label\">Answered<\/span>\n\n  \n  \n  <p>\n    Event venues on Peerspace typically cost between <b>$80 \u2014 $220<\/b> per hour.  <\/p>\n\n  \n  \n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/event\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button cta-segment cta-answer\">See unique event venues<\/a>\n\n  \n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Need trunk party ideas for your new college attendee? We at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/\">Peerspace<\/a> got you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Heading off to college is always a bittersweet occasion for parents. You want your child to fly high and achieve their dreams &#8212; but you\u2019re also sad for them to leave the nest and nervous about them living on their own. That\u2019s where a trunk party comes in handy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At a trunk party, guests bring gifts to help your child \u201cpack their trunk\u201d for college life. Gifts can include important essentials, like sheets, cleaning supplies, non-perishable food, and fun stuff, like dorm decorations. It\u2019s a fun way to celebrate a new chapter and get a new college attendee off on the right foot. Use these 12 creative trunk party ideas to guide your party planning and create an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/party\">awesome celebration<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Find an awesome spot to host\u00a0a trunk party on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/\">Peerspace<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-house-for-creative-and-social-events-in-washington-dc-rental-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"garden house for creative and social events in washington dc rental\" class=\"wp-image-80091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-house-for-creative-and-social-events-in-washington-dc-rental-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-house-for-creative-and-social-events-in-washington-dc-rental-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-house-for-creative-and-social-events-in-washington-dc-rental-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-house-for-creative-and-social-events-in-washington-dc-rental.jpg 1368w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1 of any good party: figure out where you\u2019re hosting. While you could always throw one last house party to see your child off, you can make the party more memorable and special by booking an awesome party venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/event\">Peerspace<\/a> if you need help choosing an ideal spot. Think of it like an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/airbnb-for-events\/\">Airbnb for party venues<\/a> that connects you to amazing event space rentals in your area. You can book spaces in cities from New York to London &#8211; and snag them for affordable hourly rates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some venues that could be awesome for a trunk party include:&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/pages\/listings\/5e7523b1d92feb000c2767d9\">garden house for creative and social events in Washington, DC<\/a> (pictured above) with indoor and outdoor space and in-house catering services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/pages\/listings\/5e606957729e33000c9f61a3\">classy TriBeCa loft in NYC, NY<\/a> with incredible A\/V equipment, catering and decorating services, and an amazing ambiance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/pages\/listings\/646d477a839b32000e7b5d85\">The Fitzgerald, a designer home in East Nashville, TN<\/a> with maximal design and proximity to all the city&#8217;s favorite destinations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/pages\/listings\/64cabbaf46ccb900224a2e27\">Columbia City event space in Seattle, WA<\/a> with a bar, a dance floor, arcade games, A\/V equipment, darts, TVs, and an outdoor patio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is only the beginning of the stylish, well-equipped venues you can book for your trunk party. To find available venues near you, just tell Peerspace what you\u2019re planning (a party, in this case) and your city. Then, just hit search and browse the results. You can filter your listings by price, number of attendees, and amenities until you find one that ticks all the boxes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Send your top choices to your soon-to-be-college attendee, and then book your favorite.\u00a0You can also consult a venue&#8217;s host if you have any questions or requests. Peerspace hosts strive to ensure your experience in their spaces is perfect and can assist with various aspects of party planning if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Make a gift registry\u00a0to ensure your kid gets what they need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-1024x683.jpeg\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library-750x500.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/los-angeles-Light-filled-New-York-Style-Loft-DTLA-Rustic-Library.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-83137 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Light-filled New York Style Loft in DTLA with Rustic Library Room\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While the premise behind a trunk party is to \u201cpack a trunk\u201d with college essentials, gifts are totally optional if your child already has everything they need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you are asking for gifts, an online registry can help guide your guests on what to bring. You can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myregistry.com\/housewarming-registry.aspx\">MyRegistry.com<\/a> to create a universal wish list of essential college supplies from sites all across the internet. You can include items like non-perishable food from the grocery store, dorm organization items like bins, and maybe a few fun things too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Customize your invitations to charm your invitees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-1024x768.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-300x225.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-768x576.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-1536x1152.webp 1536w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental.webp 1824w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-1024x768.jpg\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/rooftop-terrace-with-monutment-views-washington-dc-rental.jpg 1824w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-79307 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"rooftop terrace with monutment views washington dc rental\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve sorted your date, time, and venue, it\u2019s time to get the word out. This calls for some customized trunk party invitations for your guests. You can use services like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evite.com\/\">Evite<\/a> to customize and send online party invitations &#8211; and you can even include digital RSVPs to track the guest list. See ya, postage fees.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the time, date, and address, be sure to include info about the trunk party and include a link to the gift registry &#8211; if you\u2019re accepting gifts, that is.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Combine your trunk party ideas with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/garden-party-ideas\/\">garden party ideas<\/a> for a beautiful outdoor event!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Begin Peerspace Banner -->\n<div class=\"banner\">\n  <div class=\"banner-text\">\n\n    \n    <h2>Book the perfect party venue.<\/h2>\n\n    \n    \n    <p>\n      Peerspace makes it easy to book stunning spaces by the hour. Enjoy the largest location library and hassle-free bookings today.    <\/p>\n\n    \n    \n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/gathering\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button white cta-segment cta-banner\">Find party venues<\/a>\n\n    \n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"banner-image\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nyc-elegant-ballroom-amazing-dance-floor-bronx.webp') ;\">\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- End Peerspace Banner -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Decorate your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/party\">party space<\/a> to the nines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/oakland-Modern-Storefront-Events-Wellness-Creative-Studio-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Peach And Green Wedding\" class=\"wp-image-81307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/oakland-Modern-Storefront-Events-Wellness-Creative-Studio-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/oakland-Modern-Storefront-Events-Wellness-Creative-Studio-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/oakland-Modern-Storefront-Events-Wellness-Creative-Studio-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/oakland-Modern-Storefront-Events-Wellness-Creative-Studio-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/oakland-Modern-Storefront-Events-Wellness-Creative-Studio.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While your venue may be fun and stylish by itself, some extra decorations never hurt anyone. Set the tone for your party by decorating with colors or banners from your child\u2019s chosen college. Try to choose decorations that work with your venue\u2019s overall palette to create a welcoming environment for your guests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Send them off with a home-cooked meal&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-1024x683.avif 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-300x200.avif 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-768x512.avif 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-750x500.avif 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen.avif 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-1024x683.webp\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen-750x500.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/atlanta-Modern-Farmhouse-Spacious-Eat-in-Kitchen.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-95655 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Modern Farmhouse with Spacious Eat-in Kitchen\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When your child is prepping for a semester full of cafeteria lunches and microwaved dinners, a homecooked meal can be an awesome way to send them off. Have one last hoorah with your child\u2019s favorite home-cooked foods, then snack on them while mingling with guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you don\u2019t feel like dirtying up your own kitchen or want some gourmet equipment to make your job easier, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/kitchen\">venue with a kitchen<\/a> courtesy of Peerspace can help you out.\u00a0For example, we love the spacious eat-in kitchen at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/pages\/listings\/61893ac491c786000dc5ab2d\">this modern farmhouse in Atlanta, GA<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. \u2026Or order in one last time&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Rustic-Outdoor-Venue-san-diego-rental-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful, Rustic Outdoor Venue san diego rental\" class=\"wp-image-79844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Rustic-Outdoor-Venue-san-diego-rental-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Rustic-Outdoor-Venue-san-diego-rental-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Rustic-Outdoor-Venue-san-diego-rental-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Rustic-Outdoor-Venue-san-diego-rental-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Rustic-Outdoor-Venue-san-diego-rental-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Rustic-Outdoor-Venue-san-diego-rental.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, if you don\u2019t feel like cooking, you could always treat your child to some tasty dishes from their favorite restaurant. If you booked a Peerspace <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/event\">event venue<\/a>, you can ask the host to put you in touch with a caterer for your trunk party. It\u2019s one less thing you have to worry about, so you can focus on other party planning aspects.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Gamify the party and play trunk Tetris\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-1024x683.webp\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home-750x500.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gorgeous-Historical-New-orleans-Home.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-84371 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Divorce Photoshoot Ideas\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s one of the most fun fun trunk party ideas for competitive types. Grab a suitcase and some oddly-shaped or bulky items, then challenge your guests to pack it all away into the suitcase. It\u2019s like an IRL Tetris game, and it\u2019s a fun way to put your packing skills to the test.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Or grab your keys and play car trunk Tetris<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Natural-Light-Lifestyle-Production-Loft-san-francisco-rental-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Natural Light Lifestyle Production Loft san francisco rental\" class=\"wp-image-80186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Natural-Light-Lifestyle-Production-Loft-san-francisco-rental-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Natural-Light-Lifestyle-Production-Loft-san-francisco-rental-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Natural-Light-Lifestyle-Production-Loft-san-francisco-rental-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Natural-Light-Lifestyle-Production-Loft-san-francisco-rental-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Natural-Light-Lifestyle-Production-Loft-san-francisco-rental.jpg 1520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Who says the \u201ctrunk\u201d at your trunk party has to be a suitcase? You can play a variation of the trunk Tetris game by challenging your guests to pack a car trunk full of oddly shaped items. Whoever can make everything fit the fastest is the winner. And if you use this as an excuse to gamify packing your car, we won\u2019t judge.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Dorm food cook-off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-1024x683.webp\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space-750x500.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/nashville-Bright-Modern-Commercial-Kitchen-Space.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-81373 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Commercial Kitchen\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you think your guests can cook a gourmet meal out of ramen, peanut butter, and coffee? Put them to the test by challenging them to a game of <em>Chopped<\/em> &#8211; dorm food edition!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Put together ingredient baskets filled with common college staples, then give everyone a time limit to create a tasty dish. Let your child taste their favorites and crown the winner. And who knows &#8212; they might pick up some cooking tips for campus life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/going-away-party-ideas\/\">goodbye party ideas<\/a> for more sweet inspiration!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Begin Peerspace Banner -->\n<div class=\"banner\">\n  <div class=\"banner-text\">\n\n    \n    <h2>Book the perfect party venue.<\/h2>\n\n    \n    \n    <p>\n      Peerspace makes it easy to book stunning spaces by the hour. Enjoy the largest location library and hassle-free bookings today.    <\/p>\n\n    \n    \n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/gathering\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button white cta-segment cta-banner\">Find party venues<\/a>\n\n    \n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"banner-image\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/santa-rosa-modern-home-stunning-natural-light.webp') ;\">\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- End Peerspace Banner -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. A memorable photo booth&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-1024x683.avif 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-300x200.avif 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-768x512.avif 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-750x500.avif 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth.avif 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-1024x683.jpg\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/independence-Beautiful-Event-Space-360-photo-booth.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-96574 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Beautiful Event Space\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When everyone is having an awesome time at your trunk party, you\u2019ll want to remember it forever. Try setting up a photo booth where your child and their friends can capture memories of the night. You don\u2019t need anything crazy &#8212; even a few balloons and some cardboard props can create a picturesque scene. Plus, the pics will make an awesome starting point for a dorm memory corkboard!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also make it easier on yourselves by booking a Peerspace venue that already comes with a professional photo booth. For instance, you can book this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/pages\/listings\/6327ded4a88a46000f74ece9\">beautiful event space in Independence, MO<\/a>, and enjoy its open layout, kitchenette, A\/V equipment, and optional photo booth add-on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Ramp up the friendly competition with a college trivia challenge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-1024x683.webp\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space-750x500.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/chicago-Lincoln-Park-Amazing-Location-Unique-Loft-Like-Space.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-84628 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Hot Wheels Party Ideas\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How well does your child <em>really <\/em>know the college they\u2019re about to attend &#8211; or your other guests, for that matter? Find out by hosting a themed college trivia challenge at your trunk party! You can find college-focus questions on sites like <a href=\"http:\/\/v\">IvyWise<\/a> to test your guest\u2019s knowledge. To up the stakes, try handing out a prize to the winner, like a university hat or T-shirt.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. A book of good wishes&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental-1024x768.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental-300x225.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental-768x576.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental-1024x768.jpg\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mid-Century-Tucson-Oasis-rental.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-75381 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Mid Century Tucson Oasis rental\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least, we\u2019ve got one of the sweetest trunk party ideas to crown the essentials in your trunk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pick out an empty journal or a favorite kid\u2019s book, then have your guests write a message of encouragement on each page. When your child starts feeling homesick at college, they can read all the messages from their loved ones and feel supported and encouraged. Don\u2019t forget to save a couple of pages for yourself so you can pour your heart out on the page. If you need a few tissues to get through it, we won\u2019t judge.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trunk party ideas: conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-1024x683.avif 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-300x200.avif 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-768x512.avif 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-750x500.avif 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis.avif 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-1024x683.jpg\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Atlantas-Hidden-Gem-Indoor-Outdoor-Bohemian-Style-Urban-Oasis.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-96758 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Atlanta&#039;s Hidden Gem - An Indoor Outdoor Bohemian Style Urban Oasis\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With these trunk party ideas and the perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/event\">event space rental<\/a> from Peerspace, you&#8217;re well on your way to throwing your child an event that&#8217;s both practical and a total blast. 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