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1. A portable 100-inch movie screen that's perfect for an Anyone but You screening on a warm night. Plus, reviewers say it only takes a few minutes to set up, so you'll be able to get it goin' in no time!
2. An inflatable pool so you and your besties can take a nice little dip to ward off the heat. Sure, it’s not an infinity pool, but who needs that when this has a ~built-in bench~??? I think that's equally impressive.
Promising review: "Good size. I'm 5 feet 4, and I bought it for my 3-year-old and 2-year-old for the spring and summer. I didn't need anything huge; I have a nice-size deck and we spend a lot of time on the deck, so I wanted something big enough for them to have some wiggle room to keep cool, but not too big, so it wouldn't take up too much room. I also purchased an outdoor grass rug to put it on to protect the bottom of it and keep it from getting splinters (just a suggestion if you plan on using on the deck). It has a drain plug, so cleaning and getting fresh water is not hard at all." —Majestic 0220
Get it from Amazon for $46.99+ (available in five sizes and three colors).
3. A garden bench with an adorable design so it'll not only give your guests a place to sit but also look gorgeous in your backyard!
Promising review: "Its sturdy construction and classic design make it a standout piece for any patio. The robust cast-iron and steel frame ensure longevity, while the generous size accommodates comfortable seating. Elevate your outdoor space with this timeless and reliable garden bench." —Zhang_Shawn
Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in six colors).
4. A mist stand so that instead of being attacked by waves of heat, you'll be hit with refreshing droplets of water. It'll cool down the area by up to 20 degrees so you can get your party on without burning up. The design makes it easy to wrap around any object or stand up on its own.
Promising review: "This is so helpful and makes sitting outside bearable in this HEAT! 🔥 I bug my husband that I need mist coming from all angles, so he suggested buying another one LOL. My guests love sitting out there with this on. I might just get them one too as a gift. 🤔" —Mars
Get it from Amazon for $27.
5. Waterproof and shatterproof solar-powered outdoor string lights because you can finally make use of your backyard at night now that it's not –100,000 degrees out. You can hang them from your canopy, drape 'em over a fence — basically use them anywhere — and they'll create such a warm ambience.
Brightech is a small business in Los Angeles that sells indoor and outdoor lighting for the home.
Promising review: "I have had these lights up since the end of September 2022. They lit up right out of the box. They have been through a snowstorm, ice storm, and massive rain and are still perfect. They are pretty easy to hang. They are shatterproof, which I love." —D Kelly
Get them from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in warm or soft light).
6. And a pack of solar-powered waterproof deck lights that'll make your home look like a Love Island villa. Everyone will be able to see wayyy better during your evening parties, and there will be NO fall risks!
Promising review: "These lights were easy to install and look great on our deck. We just had a pool built and needed some light on the steps of the deck so we could see walking up the steps at night. They're beautiful without too much light." —BJ
Get 16 from Amazon for $33.99+ (also available in a 20-pack and in white or multicolored versions).
7. A flame colorant so you can turn your bonfire into a mesmerizing light show — so magical, it's like witchcraft. I don't think you could ever get bored watching these colorful flames.
PS: Don't use this if you're going to cook food over the fire!
Promising review: "Magical Flames fire color changing packets are the backyard secret weapon you never knew you needed! These super-colorful wonders turn an ordinary fire into a mesmerizing spectacle that lasts about 45 minutes. Throw in two or three at a time, and you've got a backyard rave that even Mother Nature would RSVP to. A simple yet enchanting way to add a pop of color to your outdoor gatherings!" —Matt Peterson
Get 12 packets from Amazon for $10.56+ (available in three sizes and five multipacks).
8. A waterproof Bluetooth speaker because what's a party without music? You'll be able to jam out to your fave tunes by the pool, patio, and wherever else you want to belt out "SUMMER LOVIN', HAD ME A BLAST."
Promising review: "The sound quality is amazing, charge time is very reasonable for such a long battery life, and makes for a great pool party with friends! Good quality and definitely not as expensive as many other name brands." —Alec Woodruff
Get it from Amazon for $62.95+ (available in three colors).
9. A patio sign to welcome your guests but to also let them know, "This is my property and I'm begging you not to break anything."
Tailored Canvases is a small biz based in Orlando that specializes in personalized signs!
Promising review: "My patio sign arrived in perfect condition and looked so much better in person than online! Professional quality and excellent communication ! Very happy customer ! A+++ :)" —Ilene
Get it from Tailored Canvases on Etsy for $59.99+ (available in five sizes as well as a digital version; you can customize it with your name, location, and year).
10. A set of color-changing inflatable pool balls because you have a fear of sharks when the pool gets dark. (It can't just be me, right?) These will light up the water and make you feel as if you're swimming in a magical pond.
The balls are solar powered and will last about eight hours on a charge. Each light cycles through red, blue, white, and green.
Promising review: "My pool is so old school and boring that I bought these to liven it up, and what a difference!! My pool went from 'meh' to WOW! The balls are easily inflated by mouth, like a beach ball. Once inflated, a few hours in the sun and they are charged and ready to go. They light up after dusk (it has to be rather dark). There is no manual way to power them on or off; they glow all night long. The changing colors are vibrant and very beautiful. They have a loop at the top if you want to hang them. They would be magical hanging in a tree or from a pergola. I really liked how easy these were to fill and charge, and I like the solar power and the amazing color display. They make my inner child happy." —J. Matheson
Get a set of four from Amazon for $69.99.
11. A mosquito repeller to prevent those oh-so-annoying creatures from crashing your party. Reviewers love it because it's scent-free (aka no citronella smell) and works better than most devices they've tried!
All you have to do is insert a repellent mat at the top, twist in the fuel cartridge, and turn it on to create a 15-foot mosquito-free zone — no more itching!
Promising review: "Holy Hannah! Thank the lords for this product. 🙌 Used them today for our annual 4th of July backyard party. Ordered three of them and only needed two to cover a large backyard area. These two beauties kept the damn mosquitoes away for the entire party! Not one bite! We were in the backyard last weekend getting ready for this weekend and were getting eaten alive! Buy this damn thing! You’ll love it too!!" —Rich
Get it from Amazon for $20.97+ (available in 12 colors).
12. An effective grill brush so you can clean all the charred food bits that have probably been on there, let's be real, since last year.
13. A multifunctional firepit so you can warm up when the temps start to drop at night and make s'mores and weenies. Or you can fill it up with ice and your fave beverages (when the fire isn't running, ofc) so your thirst stays quenched!
Promising review: "I love the functionality of this firepit so much! To just sit by the fire or to decide we want to do a quick barbecue on it is just so wonderful! I appreciate the cover that comes with it to protect it from the elements. Assembly was quite easy. I look forward to having this for many years to come. I highly recommend this product." —Kimi
Get it from Amazon for $53.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
14. A standing weeder because the last thing you want to be doing is bending over or squatting to pluck out those weeds. This genius tool has three steel claws to grip onto those pesky plants so you can yank them out while standing — #NoMoreBackPain!
Grampa's Gardenware Co. is an Oregon-based, family-owned small business.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, the weeder uses a simple lever system to made weeding easy.
Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, since we bought our first house and knew nothing about caring for a yard. Boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG
Get it from Amazon for $44.99.
15. A mini rainbow float to hold your snacks and bevs. Many reviewers say it's also great for dogs — so no matter what you use it for, there's gold at the end of the rainbow...or should I say under???
Promising review: "This little snack floaty works so well! The cup holders are deep enough to hold the cups well and not tip over. We have used the center well for extra drinks with ice and bowls of dry snacks. This little gem is sturdy and stays afloat, and it's sooo cute! Plus, the rainbow on top allows us to strap the float to the edge of our aboveground pool with a bungee cord." —Jess Tomlinson
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (also available as a bunny).
16. A Sun Joe pressure washer because if you've ever been on "cleaning TikTok," you've definitely seen one of these videos and have always wanted to try it out for yourself. It'll leave your surface lookin' brand new, and it's just so darn satisfying to use!
Promising review: "Great product at a good price. Used this power washer to wash my stucco house pre-painting. Unit worked as advertised. Fairly quiet yet powerful sprayer. Great customer service and would highly recommend this product to anyone." —Boy Wonder CTS
Get it from Amazon for $305.20.
17. A three-piece furniture set that your guests will definitely fight over because it'll be the best seating in your yard.
Promising review: "Great set for the price! I needed a smaller chair and table set for my front porch because it is not very wide, and this was perfect. Sturdy build and comfortable. Not hard to put together — all pieces were included, and the instructions were easy. Can’t wait to sit outside with a cup of coffee and watch the cars drive by." —DEBBIE JACKSON
Get it from Amazon for $92.99+ (available in five colors).
18. A Scumbug sponge to soak up all the oil, sunscreen, and whatever else is lurking in your pool, especially if a ton of your pals have been in it. It's so easy to use — once it becomes discolored, just wring it out, rinse it, and toss it back in there!
Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. Popped it into my hot tub, and from the picture I attached, you can see that in just about 12 hours, this little Scumbug ate up all the oil and filth in the hot tub. The water not only looks better but smells better too! Highly recommended!" —Mickey D.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
19. An outdoor drink holder stakes set because you can't play cornhole without a bev, but you can't hold a cup while playing — the struggle is REAL. You'll be able to have your brewski or lemonade within arm's reach while keeping it secure!
Promising review: "These are great. They are large enough to hold large drink tumblers, they'll hold a beer with a thick foam cozy, they'll hold a giant beer can, and yes, they're large enough to hold a bottle of wine. They are made out of metal and seem pretty durable. Each one is two pieces that screw together, and they have a small tab to help you push them into the ground with your feet. The only thing I would improve is make the foot tab a little larger — otherwise, they have my stars." —Jamawama
Get a set of four from Amazon for $18.74.
20. A black-and-white outdoor rug if anyone wants to barefoot it up outdoors but your floors are a tad dusty or rough. Plus, it'll add some ~pizzazz~ to your barren patio.
Promising review: "Delivered exactly as described. This is a really beautiful outdoor rug that adds coziness and pop to my deck. I put heavy items around the perimeter of the rug for a day to help flatten the edges. Great price for a great-quality rug." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $57+ (available in 13 sizes and two colors).
21. A garbage guard because flies hovering over the trash = no thank you! Just stick it inside your garbage bin and it'll release an odorless vapor to ward off those flying pests for up to four months. There will be no pesky creatures ruining your party! 🤺
Promising review: "I ordered this product because every spring and summer, we have problems with flies and maggots in the garbage can. The device has been on my garbage can lid for a few days now. It survived the weekly trash pickup. As for whether or not this device works, let me tell you: NO FLIES, NO MAGGOTS!!! This product works well. Just be careful when applying the adhesive strip." —MRS. PATRICIA A NELSON
Get it from Amazon for $9.84+ (also available in a two-pack).
22. An outdoor furniture set that'll transform your patio from blah to ~villa vibes~. It comes with a sofa, two chairs, and two ottomans, so all of your guests will have a cushy place to sit and chat away.
Promising review: "This patio furniture is great for the price. One of the better-known brands would sell a set like this for about $2,500–$3,000. It took a long time to put together by myself, but it was well worth the effort. My sister is on the market for patio furniture, and I recommended this set to her." —Ant Rico
Get it from Amazon for $799+ (available in two colors and with or without arms on the side chairs).
23. A GoPong float because the only thing better than a game of 🍺beer pong🍺 is playing it in a pool. This floaty comes with eight cup holders on the side, along with the designated cup inserts. It will keep you in the pool for hours.
24. A two-burner griddle grill that's an absolute must-have for any backyard festivities. You'll be able to chef up your steaks and burgers right where all the guests are so they'll never have to wonder where their food is.
Promising review: "My whole family and I recently went to Miami for a quick vacation and we had a barbecue, so I decided to order this grill for my house so I could cook on my back porch. One of the best things about this grill is it’s so easy to move — anyone can move it from one place to another. My wife and I assembled this, and it took us about 35–40 minutes to put together; it was so easy to assemble. I cannot wait to use this grill with my family and friends." —NP
Get it from Amazon for $189.99+ (available in two colors and also in four- or six-burner options).
25. Some interlocking teak tiles if your floors have fallen victim to snow and rain and you want to prove to your party guests that you can take care of your home! These are weatherproof, so the sun, rain, and snow are no match. Plus, they're super easy to install — just snap them all together!
Promising review: "Living in Hawaii, you have to select items that are weather-, salt-, and red dirt–proof, etc. In total I ordered 11 boxes to complete my yoga deck. I have a few left over to make steps on the back. Very pleased and happy. May order more for an outdoor shower project!" —Adazzle
Get 10 square feet from Amazon for $81.99.
26. An outdoor fan because the summer breeze simply isn't enough to cool you and your guests off. This will circulate the outside air AND prevent any bugs from lingering around you and your food.
This weatherproof fan has a fully sealed and permanently lubricated industrial motor to protect it against moisture.
Promising review: "Great fan at a good price! I bought this fan for my backyard to help circulate the air in hot days and to help deter mosquitoes at night around the firepit. This fan worked perfectly. It has three speeds, the highest of which is super strong. The fan at high speed is a bit noisy, but nothing unexpected of a powerful fan. It is also 100% waterproof, which is a must. My only minor issues would be 1) it would be nice if the fan came with a cover for when it’s not used (I bought 20-inch tire storage covers to do the job), and 2) the fan is only adjustable up and down, not side to side. If they could make it oscillate, that would be great. Having said that, I would recommend this fan for sure and would not hesitate to buy it again." —Bigdad
Get it from Amazon for $89.81+ (available in three sizes).
27. A croquet set that'll be the ~hit~ of your party because I can't think of a single person who can say no to this marvelous game. Plus it's super portable, so you can bring it wherever you go!
This set includes six handles, six mallets with caps for added protection, two ending stakes, six weather-resistant balls, nine wickets, and a nice bag to carry it all in.
Promising review: "This croquet set is artfully made and really such a steal for the money you will pay! The sticks and mallets are all made out of durable hard wood, and the mallets have a rubber sleeve that goes on each end to help protect the mallet from damage over time. The balls are on the heavier side, as they should be. They are resistant to weather, so no need to pick them up if you didn't finish your game; same with the wickets. All of this comes in a nice carrying case that can actually handle the weight of the set itself! The colors are vibrant, so there will be no question which ball is yours, and I genuinely do not feel that they will fade or lose their quality. I would absolutely buy this again!" —Dido
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two colors).
28. A lawn repair solution because winter absolutely wrecked your grass and your backyard just looks as if it's filled with dirt. This'll help revive your lawn and even reverse urine marks from your doggo!
Promising review: "I have lacrosse players and dogs, and this stuff is amazing. My yard looked like an abandoned lot before, and it literally 'grew anywhere,' just like it said. The bag I planted last year actually came back strong this year, so I put more down, and it's working like a dream!" —chchmom
Get it from Amazon for $16.44+ (available in five sizes and four packs).
29. Colorful hanging planters that you can leave on your front porch or in your backyard garden to fill your outdoor space with some vibrant hues. Now that the weather is warming up, you can start growing flowers and herbs in these!
Promising review: "These little colorful pots are a perfect addition to my spring and summer outdoor decorating! I love them." —Lori Ann Coleman
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $17.99+ (also available in black and white).
30. A lighted umbrella because when the 🎶 sun goes down and the stars come out 🎶, it's too dark to see anything. Well, this baby knocks out two problems in one! You won't have to close your umbrella (I know, it's A LOT of work), AND it'll give you some great overhead lighting.
Note that this includes just the umbrella, not the table!
Promising review: "Great umbrella! We don't keep it up all the time; just take it out when needed. Great quality. The lights are great at night; really elevates our backyard! The option for leaning the umbrella is really nice, too, in the mornings when I want to sit outside without the morning sun beating down on me. If you don't want it to break, don't keep it outside all the time — it's that simple!" —Morgan
Get it from Amazon for $68.98+ (available in 11 color combos).
31. A tall table–cooler combo if you're short on space. It'll give you a place to put your food while cooling your drinks on the bottom!
You can also shut the top and just use it as a regular end table when you're not using the cooler function.
Promising review: "Have gotten so many compliments on this already. Great even when not using as a cooler for just a functional end table near our furniture around the firepit. Can put drinks on there, s'mores stuff, etc. It's nice because it functions as a table without being big and bulky. It can easily be moved around to where it is needed. The cooler function of course is what sets it apart from all other tables and makes it awesome!" —Amy M.
Get it from Amazon for $74.99+ (available in two colors).
32. A sunshade triangle because you can't enjoy a party when it's blazing hot outside and there's absolutely no shade. This will block out the sun without getting in your way, AND reviewers say that it's easy to install!
Some people even hang this over part of their pool for a shady area. And you could drape some lights along it as well!
Promising review: "I’ve been meaning to get something like this for years. Our patio has no cover at all, especially in early spring, when the leaves aren’t back. The sun in unbearable at times. We bought the install kit and used it to attach the two sides to the house and used a ratchet strap to attach the other end to a tree on the other side of the patio. So far it’s holding up well. We added lights, which makes it super cozy at night and completely changes the feel of our patio." —Kaitlyn Tugend
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in many sizes and 12 colors).
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