Texas BBQ hoedown party theme
Plan a Texas BBQ hoedown party theme with a margarita machine: lime and peach bowls, a citrus jalapeño rim, a cherry limeade kids slushie, food, and games.
A Texas BBQ hoedown party theme pairs a margarita machine with Lime and Peach Margarita in the two bowls, red check and denim decor, and a Citrus Jalapeño Salt rim. Fill one bowl with Cherry Limeade, alcohol-free, and the little cowpokes have their own frozen drink.
The look
Go full Texas: red, denim blue, and natural wood.
- Red check tablecloths on every table
- Bandanas as napkins
- Hay bales for seating and as a base for the drink table display
- Mason jars with wildflowers or sunflowers
- A Texas flag or a wood sign that says "Saloon" over the machine
- Lanterns and string lights for evening
The two bowls
| Option | Bowl 1 | Bowl 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Texas classic | Lime Margarita | Peach Margarita |
| Front porch | Lime Margarita | Lemonade |
| Gold rush | Lemon Gold Margarita | Strawberry Margarita |
Peach and brisket are a natural match, and a frozen Lemonade, spiked or not, feels like a porch swing on a hot day. For more ideas, see our Texas frozen drink recipes.
Kids slushie bowl
Every mix is alcohol-free until you add alcohol. Keep Lime Margarita in one bowl and fill the other with Cherry Limeade or Lemonade for the kids. Label the bowls "Saloon" and "Sarsaparilla Stand" for fun, plus a clear "21 and up" tag on the margarita side.
Rim and garnish
- Citrus Jalapeño Salt on the Lime Margarita brings a little Texas heat.
- Lime Margarita Salt is the safe classic for guests who skip spice.
- Sweet Heat Cocktail Sugar is great on the Peach Margarita.
Garnish with lime wheels, peach slices, and a few pickled jalapeño slices for brave guests.
Food ideas
- Smoked brisket, sausage, and pulled pork
- Pinto beans, potato salad, and coleslaw
- Cornbread and white bread for the true Texas plate
- Pickles, onions, and jalapeños
- Peach cobbler or banana pudding for dessert
Games and activities
- Washer toss or horseshoes: set up a bracket and post it by the machine.
- Line dancing: pick one easy dance and teach it after dinner.
- Hay bale roping: add plastic steer horns to a hay bale and let guests try a lasso.
- Stick horse races: the kids race around the yard.
- Best boots contest: guests vote by dropping a cup in a boot.
Printables
Create a western invitation on our party invite page with a "Y'all come" headline. Then print:
- Bowl labels with a wanted poster look
- A washer toss bracket
- A "Saloon menu" card for the drink table
Our party tools page has more planning helpers.
Planning note
BBQ parties often run big, and one machine serves up to 100 guests. Rent a second machine to add more flavors or a dedicated kids pair. One margarita mix makes about 75 frozen drinks and takes 1 to 2 bottles of tequila. We set up 2 to 3 hours before the party and need a standard 110 volt outlet on its own circuit and a garden hose. We can't set up on rock or gravel, so plan a patio, deck, or grass spot.
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