32 Must-Have Items for the Ultimate Summer Backyard Bash

This carefully curated list features everything you need to turn your backyard into the ultimate party haven.

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!

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. 

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!

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. 

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.

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!

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. 

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.”

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. 

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!

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. 

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! 

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!

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???

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!

A three-piece furniture set that your guests will definitely fight over because it’ll be the best seating in your yard. 

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!

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! 

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.

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! 🤺

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. 

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.

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.

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! 

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. 

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! 

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!

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!

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. 

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! 

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! 

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