American Flag Banners - Free Printables for Patriotic Holiday Decor

These free printable American flag banners feature red, white, and blue pennants and bunting perfect for patriotic classroom, home, office, and party decor. Several styles are included as well as the letters to make “USA.”

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American flag patriotic banners
Instant digital downloads
8 PDF files

This set includes:

8 PDF files with a standard US letter size (8.5 X 11 inch) layout
8 banner shape options:
- Triangle shape banners
- Swallowtail shape banners
- Rectangle shape banners
- Star shape banners
- Heart shape banners
- Rounded banners
- Traditional bunting
  - Semi-circle shape bunting
  - 3D pleated fan bunting (some folding required)
Multiple design styles are included:
- Red and white stripes
- Blue with white stars
- Red and white stripes with blue and white stars
- Solid background with white “USA” text
  - Red background
  - Blue background
- Traditional American flag bunting that can be folded into a pleated fan shape

There are so many ways you can use these banners!

For Educators

- Bulletin Board Displays – Use banners and bunting as part of classroom decor for patriotic holidays.
- Hallway Displays – Decorate school hallways or entryways for patriotic themes.
- Door Decorations – Hang a banner on the classroom door for a festive, welcoming touch.
- Reading Nook Decor – Create a themed reading corner with patriotic books and decorations.
- Patriotic Word Wall – Use bunting to frame a word wall featuring American history or government terms.
- History Lessons – Display banners when teaching about the Constitution, U.S. presidents, the Revolutionary War, or U.S. symbols.
- Veterans Day Tribute – Create a display honoring veterans, adding students’ thank-you notes below a patriotic banner.
- Fourth of July Writing Prompts – Use banners to frame a writing station where students write about Independence Day.
- Election-Themed Activities – Decorate for classroom elections or lessons on voting.
- Social Studies Fair – Hang patriotic bunting around booths or tables for a polished look.
- Patriotic Music Performances – Decorate the music room or stage for school concerts featuring national songs.
- Student of the Month – Use a patriotic banner for a star-spangled “Student of the Month” display.
- Citizenship Lessons – Add a banner to a board highlighting good citizenship traits.
- Memorial Day Remembrance – Display alongside a tribute to fallen soldiers.
- Flag Day Classroom Celebration – Use bunting to highlight the importance of the American flag.
For Family & Home Use
- Birthday Parties – Decorate for a red, white, and blue-themed birthday party.
- Fourth of July BBQ – Hang banners on porches, fences, or backyard party spaces.
- Patriotic Photos – Use as a photo backdrop for pictures with family and friends.
- Military Welcome Home – Celebrate a returning service member with a special patriotic banner.
- Election Night Watch Party – Decorate the home for an election results viewing party.
- Front Porch Decor – Hang bunting across a porch railing for a festive touch.
- Memorial Day Cookout – Use banners for table runners or backdrop decorations.
- Veterans Appreciation Dinner – Decorate a dinner space to honor veterans.
- Summer Picnic Decor – Use banners as a table skirt or picnic area decoration.
For DIYers & Crafters
- Scrapbooking – Use banners for patriotic scrapbooking pages.
- Wreath Making – Use bunting as ribbon accents on a wreath.
- Banner Mini Flags – Cut sections to create mini flags for a DIY project.
- Mason Jar Decor – Attach banner pieces to mason jars for candle holders or utensil holders.
- DIY Table Runner – Laminate or mod-podge banner pieces onto a fabric base.
- Wall Art – Frame pieces of a printable patriotic banner for easy DIY decor.
- Chair Backs – Attach banner pennants to dining chair backs for a festive dinner setup.
- Wood Sign Projects – Transfer printable banner letters onto wood plaques.
- Shadow Boxes – Use as a backdrop for patriotic-themed shadow boxes.
For Community Events & Organizations
- DIY Parade Float Decor – Attach bunting to a stroller, wagon, or vehicle for a community parade.
- Veterans Home or Hospital Decorations – Brighten up spaces for residents.
- Scout Troop Meetings – Use in Boy Scout or Girl Scout patriotic events.
- Election Polling Stations – Decorate voting booths with subtle bunting.
- Military Base Celebrations – Display for events on or near military bases.
- Local Festival Decor – Hang banners at community festivals.
- Charity Events – Decorate for patriotic-themed fundraisers.
- Church Celebrations – Use for events like Fourth of July picnics or special services.
- Firework Viewing Parties – Set up a festive space for a fireworks night.