This post is full of some of the best eco-friendly party favors, great for any event and party.
As we seek to reduce our carbon footprint and embrace more planet-friendly choices, eco-friendly party favors have taken center stage.
Whether you’re hosting a birthday bash, wedding, or corporate event, these 20 practical and diverse party favors offer an eco-conscious way to express gratitude to your guests.
From delightful edible treats that tantalize the taste buds to non-edible keepsakes that leave a lasting impression, our carefully curated list has something for everyone.
Say goodbye to waste and hello to eco-friendly celebrations that make a positive impact on the planet.
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Non-Edible Eco-Friendly Party Favors: Give the Gift of Sustainability
Discover a selection of eco-conscious, non-edible party favors that your guests will cherish long after the celebration ends. From reusable goodies to plantable tokens, we’ve got the perfect eco-friendly keepsakes.
Mini Succulent Plants
Small potted succulents make lovely, long-lasting gifts.
Scented Candles
Offer beeswax or scented candles with tags and twine to add personalization. Candles are a great eco-friendly party favor for all events from Thanksgiving to weddings or a friendly dinner party.
Customized Coasters
Personalized coasters make wonderful eco-friendly party favors, especially when you add a custom message or your guests’ names.
Cork coasters are particularly easy to decorate—use stencils or freehand your designs for a unique touch.
Paint works beautifully on cork, and wood-burning tools can add extra detail to make each coaster truly one-of-a-kind.
Themed Tea Towels
Decorative tea towels featuring seasonal motifs. A budget and eco-friendly option perfect for a seasonal party as seasonal tea towels are easy to find.
Mini Photo Frames
Small frames for guests to add a photo from the celebration. Magnetic frames are great for everyone, use a Polaroid camera to capture a candid photo for the frames.
Potpourri
Scented potpourri in decorative bags or jars. A beautifully scented gift and are easy to make.
Here are the ratios that make 6 – 10 bags from Soap Queen
½ cup Pink Sea Salt, Medium
¼ cup Medium Grain Dead Sea Salt
1/8 cup Rose Petals
¼ cup Lavender Buds
2 Tbs. Calendula dried
2 Tbs. Cedarwood Chips
3-5 mL Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil
Handmade Soaps
Artisan soaps with beautiful scents and designs. Or purchase a bulk pack of sustainably made soaps and place them in cotton bags
Beeswax Food Wraps
Beeswax wraps are fantastic eco-friendly party favors that guests can use long after the celebration ends.
Perfect for wrapping leftovers, these reusable wraps offer a sustainable alternative to plastic and make a thoughtful, practical gift that’s both eco-conscious and versatile.
Custom Thank-You Notes
Provide each guest with a personalized thank-you note.
Mini Books or Journals
Pocket-sized journals for guests to jot down their thoughts.
Edible Eco-Friendly Party Favors: Taste the Sustainability
Celebrate sustainably with delicious, eco-friendly party favors that your guests will love.
From mouthwatering treats to fresh, garden-to-table delights, these edible favors offer a perfect blend of flavor and eco-consciousness, creating memorable, guilt-free indulgences for everyone to enjoy.
When selecting or making these favors, consider your guests’ preferences and dietary restrictions. These thoughtful gifts can enhance the Thanksgiving experience and show your appreciation for their presence at your celebration.
Homemade Spice Blends
Create custom spice blends in attractive containers. Another option is placing your favorite blend in decorative jars to give to your guests.
Mini Pumpkin Decor
Small decorative pumpkins or gourds are perfect for a Thanksgiving table.
Great for place settings that friends and family can take home for themselves.
Edible Thanksgiving Table Favors:
Homemade Cookies
Decorate and package homemade cookies in seasonal shapes and colors.
Jams And Jellies:
Jars of homemade jams and jellies with seasonal fruits. A great alternative is mini Bonne Maman Jams, they have a variety of flavors and everyone loves them.
Themed Chocolates
Handcrafted chocolates make delightful eco-friendly party favors, especially when shaped and flavored to match your event’s theme.
For example, choose acorn and leaf shapes for Thanksgiving, Santa hats and candy canes for Christmas, hearts and rings for a wedding, or festive party hats and gift shapes for a birthday celebration.
These customized treats add a memorable, thoughtful touch to any gathering
Spiced Nuts
Roasted and seasoned nuts in decorative bags or jars.
Mini Pies or Tarts
Small, individual-sized pies or tarts for guests to take home.
Mini Pots Of Honey
Jars of local or your favorite honey in a tiny pot for guests to take home.
Hot Cocoa Mix
Create a layered mix of hot cocoa ingredients in mason jars with marshmallows and chocolate chips.
This recipe from Little Cooks Reading Books fits perfectly into 4-ounce mason jars.
2 Tablespoons dried milk or dairy-free powdered creamer (bottom)
Pinch of salt
2 Tablespoons cocoa
1 Tablespoon granulated white sugar
1 Tablespoon chocolate chips
12 marshmallows
Add to the tag the instructions – Tip mix into a mug and add 1 cup of boiling water and enjoy
Bag Of Seasonal Dried Fruits
Small mason jars filled with dried fruits and nuts make thoughtful eco-friendly party favors that guests can enjoy at home.
Tailor the mix to match the season or theme of your event—for instance, figs and walnuts are perfect for fall or Thanksgiving, while mango and macadamia nuts add a summery touch.
Each jar becomes a personalized, seasonal treat that’s both delicious and sustainable.
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