With the widespread vaccine rollout and the promise of gatherings without masks, we're particularly excited about hosting summer parties. Few things are as heartwarming as bringing your loved ones together around delicious dishes and free-flowing cocktails prepared with love, and tons of games to catch up on lost times.
This also means we're taking inventory and hunting for the necessary party supplies. We searched and uncovered more than 50 exciting options, ranging from outdoor lawn games (for those lucky to have a rooftop or backyard) to kitchen must-haves.
Bring on the backyard grilling and pool parties!
The Stoneware and Crackled Glass Coaster Sets ($32) will keep your tables ring free and look stunning.
Brighten up your table settle with the Jungalow Griffith Napkin Set by Like a Lion ($39).
This W&P Everyday Ice Cube Trays with Lid ($38 - $84) will be handy for the next cocktail hour.
Taco Tuesday isn't complete without these eye-catching Bloomsbury Market Priolo Shot Glasses (Set of 2) ($18).
These Fluted Acrylic Glassware (Set of 4) ($22) look so refined and polished.
The Estelle Colored Glass Rocks Glass Set ($195) is our new favorite glassware, and we want to use it for everything.
Create a colorful dining setting with the Modern Melamine Salad Plates ($26 for four).
The IVV Italian Retro Glass Gelato Bowls Set ($54-$100) is exactly what we need this summer.
How cute is this Atelier Saucier Napkin Holder ($96)?
Fill this pretty Estelle Colored Glass Decanter ($150) with your favorite whiskey.
These Estelle Colored Glass Stemmed Wine Glasses (Set of 6) ($175) are so cheerful, making them a festive addition to any party.
If you're planning on hosting a wine-and-cheese night soon, then you need the Effortless Composition Chacuterie Set ($25).
Gift the ultimate hostess this Compact Swivel Cheese Board With Knives ($45 - $69).
If you don't have a grill at home, this Eco-Friendly Instant Grill ($15) is an affordable and super-practical option.
This West Elm New Shapes Marble Board ($37, originally $50) makes for a pretty cheese-board setting.
Who wouldn't want to be served from this Row Boat Serving Bowl With Wood Serving Utensils ($65)?
The Dash Citrus Juicer ($20 - $22) is a great way to get lemon or orange juice ready.
How cute would this jumbo Sun Squad 2gal Plastic Cactus Beverage Dispenser ($10) look on your outdoor dining table?!
Make sure you use this Brita® 10-Cup Grand Pitcher ($35) to get high-quality water in your system.
This Wall Mount Wine Barrel Bottle Opener ($55, originally $150) is genius.
This Woven Wine Tote with Glasses ($50) is so chic.
This Chill Out Wine Sleeping Bag ($22) is a game-changer.
These Ten Speed Press Food52 Signed Cookbooks ($162) are the ultimate gift set.
This Studiopatró Cross-Back Linen Kitchen Apron ($84 each) is a great pick for food prep.
Take this CapaBunga Multi-Pocket Canvas Market Tote ($50 - $65) on quick grocery runs.
This portable Weber Q 1200 LP Gas Grill ($219) is so easy to store or take to the park.
This BergHoff Portable Tabletop Grill ($249) is an elevated take on a portable grill. It's perfect for summer picnics.
The tie-dye trend isn't just for sweatshirts — the Ginger Ray Tie Dye Pastels Balloon Arch ($10) is a stunning arch that will brighten up your environment with texture. It has 50 pastel balloons, in colors that include pastel pinks, blues, and greens, along with a pop of gold.
Transport your backyard into paradise with the Sun Squad Balloon Garland With Leaves ($5). It's a burst of vibrant tropical color with gorgeous green leaves.
If you love flamingos, you're going to adore this Sun Squad Pink Flamingo Balloon Garland ($5). It's pretty and pink, with a dash of flamingo whimsy.
The Margaritaville Tahiti Frozen Concoction Maker ($400, originally $500) lets you create three different frozen drink pitchers including, margarita, daiquiri, colada, mudslide, mojito, smoothies, and more. It's great for entertaining and creating multiple cocktails at in a jiffy!
When your plans call for more than just a can of beer, don't leave home without a tall Sun Squad Wine Bottle Chiller ($5) that perfectly fits your favorite rosé,
This Red Wine Stain Remover ($8) is a must.
Turn your fruit into a keg with the Watermelon Tap Kit Beverage Dispenser - Fruit Keg Tapping Kit & Coring Tool ($14) It's a great way to make use of that giant watermelon for the summer. You can even use it on pumpkins during the fall.
Create endless craft cocktails in the comfort of your home with Bartesian Premium Cocktail and Margarita Machine ($350). Best part: no measuring or mess; the machine does everything for you. Choose from a wide array of pods like a cosmopolitan, margarita, mai tai, old fashioned, and more. It's the Keurig of alcohol!
The GE Profile Opal|Countertop Nugget Ice Maker ($549) creates the best chewable nugget ice that will make your cocktails that much more enjoyable. It's a great way to upgrade your at home bar setup or take it outdoors for summer refreshments.
If you love a good garnish, you'll need the Chilled Garnish Station ($25) to keep your lemons, limes, olives, and more fresh.
If you love a good salt or sugar rim, you'll love using this Greenco 3 Tier Glass Salt & Sugar Rimmer ($15). All you have to do is dip the rim of your glass in the sponge that is soaked with water or lime juice. Then dip the primed glass in either the salt or sugar.
Create boozy popsicles for the warmer weather with the Helistar Popsicle Molds 12 Pieces DIY Reusable Silicone Ice Pop ($17).
While there are six different colors of the Sun Squad 72" x 60" Picnic Blanket ($20), the retro fruit one is our top pick this season.
Dine by the light of these adorable Sun Squad 10ct Incandescent Mini Lights with Beach Balls ($15) this summer . . . and we won't blame you if you leave them up straight through fall as well.
The Sun Squad Pineapple Bubble Machine ($8) will add a fun flair to your summers outdoors, and kids will love them!
The bumpier the backyard, the sillier your next game will be with this Sun Squad Lawn Bowling Set ($15).
Great for outdoor gatherings, this Hearth & Hand With Magnolia Bean Bag Toss Lawn Game Set ($80) will keep everyone entertained.
If you love playing beer pong, this Pool Pong Float Bright Green ($15) will take things to the next level.
Your crew will definitely get more than just one summer's worth with this Sun Squad 2' x 3' Wood Bean Bag Toss Game Set ($80).
The Hearth & Hand With Magnolia Bocce Ball Lawn Game Set ($75) comes with four pairs of bocce balls in red, yellow, blue, and light blue for multiple teams.
Yes, this Hearth & Hand With Magnolia Kids Market Cart ($100) totally counts as a lawn game, because the kids will absolutely love using it.
The Inflatable Outdoor Pool ($40) is perfect for cooling down on hot summer days and is super easy to inflate.
This Beyond Outdoors Giant Connect 4-in-a-Row ($50) will never get old. You'll find yourself using it summer after summer.
Make cleaning a lot easier with this game-changing iRobot® Roomba® i3+ (3550) Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum ($450, originally $600). It even empties itself out, so all you have to do is tell Alexa!
Make your own flavored water with the SodaStream Fizzi One-Touch Sparkling Water Maker ($100, originally $$130).
The Chef'n Looseleaf Kale, Chard, Collard Greens and Herb Stripper ($8) will save you tons of time.
These Prepworks Butter Warmers (Set of 2) ($13) are so useful.
The Cuisinart Snow Cone Maker ($80) will bring lots of fun to your home.
Wine-lovers might obsess over this Koolatron 18-Bottle Urban Series Dual Zone Wine Cellar ($260).