DIY Summer Celebrations: Scavenger Hunts, Picnics, Barbecues & Movies Outside
Our four favorite summer activities for this season’s sunny days.
Want to plan the ultimate outdoor celebration? We've got you covered with fun in the sun plans for any occasion. Here is a list of our favorite summer-ready activities and what you’ll need, for less.
1. Super Scavenger Hunts
Challenge family and friends to an outdoor scavenger showdown. Your neighborhood or local park is the perfect location to hide bubbles, chalk, and other warm weather staples. With watchful eyes, send hunters out with clues to find each summer-approved surprise. Run into a rainy day? This activity is also fun inside—here’s a list of indoor finds to get you started.
Bubbles as low as $.99
Outdoor toys as low as $2.99
Sidewalk chalk as low as $1.99
2. Pleasant Summer Picnics Ideas
Celebrate birthdays, July 4th, or the simplicity of sweet summer days with a picnic planned to perfection. Pack a basket full of snacks, drinks, clean-up supplies, reusable or plastic dishware, comfy pillows & throws, and enjoy an afternoon soaking up sunshine. Pro Tip: Remember to include sunglasses, sunscreen, and outdoor games for even more fun, and a trash bag so you can leave the park as you found it.
Snacks as low as $1.99
Drinks as low as $1.99
Pillows as low as $8.99
Throws as low as $9.99
Serve ware as low as $4.99
Dish sets as low as $14.99
Sunscreen as low as $.99
Sunglasses as low as $3.99
Cleaning brushes as low as $2.99
Household cleaners as low as $1.99
3. Backyard Barbeques
For even more festive fun, bring the party to your patio with a classic cookout. Gather tongs, spatulas, tea towels, grilling necessities, and extra chairs for a meal everyone will love! Pro Tip: Don’t forget a Bluetooth speaker so guests can enjoy their favorite feel-good songs of the season.
Cast Iron Cookware as low as $9.99
Tea Towels as low as $4.99
Barbeque Utensils as low as $3.99
BBQ Gloves as low as $12.99
BBQ Pan Sets as low as $3.99
50ct Skewers as low as $1.99
Mason Glass Dispensers as low as $9.99
Coolers as low as $7.99
Utensils w/ Caddy as low as $7.99
Patio Clocks as low as $14.99
Wall Décor: as low as $6.99
Bluetooth Touch Light Speaker as low as $9.99
4. Outdoor Movie Marathons
Watch your favorite films under outside the stars. With your backyard theatre ready to roll, add string lights, blankets, and lawn chairs to create the coziest outdoor space. For the movie munchers in your group, don't forget the popcorn- pop extra just in case!
LED light strips as low as $4.99
Camping Lanterns as low as $14.99
Blankets as low as $9.99
Snacks as low as $.99
Kids outdoor seating as low as $7.99