Memorial Day Table Setting Ideas: 5 Easy Ways to Kick Off Summer Entertaining

Looking for Memorial Day table setting ideas that feel festive and stylish? We’ve got you covered with summer entertaining tips that make your backyard party decor effortless.

1. Start with Layers: Build your red, white, and blue tablescape. Start with what you have in the holiday color scheme and think about adding one or two new things to just keep layering the look. Quincy & Coco has block-printed napkins, reversible runners, and natural jute or marble napkin rings. Using things collected over time feels elevated—not overdone.

2. Go Natural: Swap plastic for real textures. Cotton linens and wood or marble accents add casual elegance to your easy patriotic table decor, and you don't have to start over from scratch every time. 

3. Center it Simply: Line your table with small glass votives, fresh white flowers, and a few mini American flags for a festive touch without going full party-store. We love to just go our in our yard to cut fresh flowers or greenery--even a single rose floating in water can look special. 

4. Think Wind-Friendly: If you're outdoors, secure runners and tablecloths with heavier décor or use clips underneath to keep linens from blowing away during outdoor gatherings.

5. Keep It Unbreakable: Melamine plates or enamelware add style without the stress of broken dishes.

Celebrate the long weekend with a table that’s both meaningful and manageable—because great gatherings start with a table that feels inviting.

Shop our Red, White and Blue Edit for effortless Memorial Day style.