Memorial Day is a time to honor the men and women who died in service to the U.S. military. It’s a day of both commemoration and celebration, an opportunity to bring friends and family together. Hosts are often looking to provide a variety of food and entertainment for their guests — cookouts and outdoor activities are especially fun ways of getting everyone together. We assembled a list of top products for hosting a Memorial Day party that your guests won't forget.
In this article: Weber Spirit II Propane Grill, Igloo Party Bucket Cooler and GoSports Regulation-Size Wooden Cornhole Boards
Start by thinking about who you’ll invite to your Memorial Day celebration. If your shindig is adults-only, organizing a barbecue, serving drinks and playing music may be all you need to entertain your guests. If parents are bringing their children, games such as cornhole and volleyball can keep little ones engaged. That’s not to say that adults can’t participate too, especially those who are athletic and love to play sports.
Decide whether it will be a hamburgers-and-hotdogs kind of Memorial Day cookout, or if you want to provide other options including grilled meats, veggies and pizza. You may want to invest in a new grill or outdoor pizza oven. Make sure you have products to serve drinks and keep them cool, such as a beverage tub or cooler.
Decorations will help create that party ambience you need for Memorial Day weekend. Consider patriotic décor such as flags and banners. You can also find USA-themed garden ornaments and adorn your patio with string lights. There are no rules on how to decorate for Memorial Day, but the expectation is lots of red, white and blue elements.
Fire up this popular Weber grill for steaks, hot dogs, hamburgers and other Memorial Day meal favorites. The three-burner propane grill is made of durable stainless steel with cast-iron cooking grates. The cart-style grill has a folding side table, hooks for hanging tools and wheels for portability. Other features include a warming rack, fuel gauge and lid thermometer.
Ooni Fyra 12 Wood Pellet Pizza Oven
When it comes to Memorial Day meals, homemade pizza is tough to beat. This Ooni oven lets you enjoy tasty wood-fired pizza. The outdoor oven has a sleek profile and accommodates 12-inch pizzas. It even includes a pizza peel. This portable device weighs only 22 pounds and doesn’t take up much space on a table.
This bucket keeps drinks easily accessible, and its foam insulation keeps drinks cold longer than a basic bucket or container. The beverage cooler is made of durable, lightweight plastic that’s easy to clean. It features a leak-resistant plug, making it easier to drain melted ice.
For more beverage storage, this spacious Igloo cooler is an excellent choice. It keeps up to 188 12-ounce cans chilled for days. The insulated cooler with a drainage plug contains sturdy, long-lasting plastic. It has side handles and weighs less than 20 pounds, so it’s easy to transport.
JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker
This JBL speaker offers premium sound quality and wireless Bluetooth streaming. The rugged speaker is waterproof for outdoor use, with a battery that runs up to 12 hours. It’s loud on its own, but you can also pair it with other speakers to boost the volume at your party.
GoSports Regulation-Size Wooden Cornhole Boards
These two cornhole boards are perfect for national holidays with the eight included bean bags, which feature stars and stripes like the American flag. The high-quality cornhole boards are made of solid pine that can be painted for added personalization.
Baden Champions Volleyball Badminton Combo Set
You can have a blast playing volleyball and badminton in the backyard with this all-inclusive set. The net includes heavy-duty steel poles and nylon rope designed to endure the elements. The multifunctional set includes a net, a volleyball, four badminton rackets, shuttlecocks and a convenient carrying case.
Brightech Ambience Pro Outdoor String Lights
These solar string lights can illuminate your outdoor space and set the mood. The vintage-style Edison bulbs produce a soft white light, and their waterproof, shatterproof design stands up to inclement weather. They last five to six hours on a single charge and have a convenient automatic on/off sensor.
Show pride in your country with this outdoor American flag, handmade in the USA. The weather-resistant flag contains heavy-duty nylon and brass grommets. It’s Flag Code compliant and measures 3 by 5 feet. You can purchase the matching flagpole separately.
These little American flags come in a pack of 50 for your guests to wave around and celebrate with. You can also place them in planter pots. They feature polyester, wood and a golden spear on the end.
DodelyGz American Flag Patriotic Porch Banners
These decorative America-themed banners are designed to hang from a porch, door or entryway. The signs contain weather-resistant polyester and Oxford fabrics. They’re easy to hang with the included attachment rods. Each banner measures 12 by 72 inches.
Avoin Colorlife Patriotic Garden Flag
This patriotic flag makes an attractive garden ornament. The design is double-sided and works for a variety of American holidays, including Independence Day and Labor Day. It's made of a weather-resistant polyester fabric and comes in two sizes. A stake must be purchased separately.
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