The 10 Best Outdoor Entertaining Finds from Five Below

Potted plants and hurricane glasses come to life with a string of fairy lights, and because these are AA battery-operated, they don’t require a plug or a charge. Just be sure to bring them inside after the party ends, as they’re not waterproof.

Plastic and metal patio furniture is definitely durable, but it can do a number on your guests’ behinds after hours of sitting. Adding a bit of fluff in the form of these reversible cushions will be a welcome reprieve for late-night s’mores sessions and extended barbecuing.

No outdoor gathering is complete without some mood lighting, and these faux rattan lanterns bring a bit of Tulum to any backyard. Hang them from a string of Edison bulb lights or plop them on the table with a battery-operated tealight for instant resort vibes.

No matter how much ice you add to a batched cocktail or glass of Sauvignon Blanc, those drinks are bound to get warm in the sun eventually. These insulated stainless steel tumblers keep drinks cooler longer, and add pops of color to your space. And because they’re only $5, you can invest in a tumbler per guest, and even add personalization with a label maker or stickers.

Reusable straws are the extra touch that take summer cocktails, Arnold Palmers, and sparkling waters to the next level. These come in vibrant, peppy colors, and include a bristle brush for cleaning — particularly helpful if you’re using them to slurp tropical smoothies by the inflatable pool you just bought.

For lighting you don’t have to think about, mount some solar deck lights around your outdoor entertaining space. They’ll charge up all day in the sun and turn on when the sun goes down, providing a gentle glow to dine or hang out by.

You don’t need a ton of space (or even a net) to enjoy a game of badminton. Plus, storing a set of racquets and a birdie takes up very little room, so you don’t need to clear out a storage area in the garage just to have a game on hand for the season.

Five Below has a ton of affordable beach towels in lots of vibrant patterns, but we’re partial to the classic stripes on this one. Because the towels are only about $5, you can send them home with guests and not worry about getting them back, or even hand them out as a party favor. Stock up at the beginning of the summer and you’ll have plenty of backups for drop-in visitors.

Whether you’re trekking to your local park or just schlepping food in and out of your home, a cooler backpack is essential for keeping picnic cheeses and juicy IPAs alike nice and cold. This one comes in blue or pink gingham — right on the cottagecore trend.

Just because your yard doesn’t have a pool doesn’t mean you can’t include a small body of water at your summer BBQ. This inflatable pool is perfect for little kids, of course, but it’s also great for adults to dip their feet in to cool off, or to act as a big ol’ drink cooler for cans and bottles.