Why Go Out When These 33 Things Will Make Your Home The Ultimate Hangout Spot?
A set of low-maintenance, solar-powered lights you can stake along pathways to illuminate your walk to the house. Since they're powered by the sun, you can set them up and let them do their thing for the foreseeable future.
A kitchen s'mores maker that'll bring the best part of camping indoors, thus eliminating the need for camping at all. Indoor people, rejoice!
Bird Call — a goofy party game that'll have the whole house hooting, cawing, and croaking. Players call out bird sounds and trade cards when they find another player matching their call.
Or Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, a card game delivering a heavy dose of high-energy, adorably illustrated fun right when you need it. This has been a long-time bestseller because people of all ages absolutely love it!
A battery-operated patio umbrella light so your family can actually see each other while dining outside. The battery-powered device has 28 LEDs to properly illuminate a whole picnic table after the sun sets.
Bamboo wind chimes bringing chill vibes and sounds to your outdoor space. Sometimes a little twinkling noise is all you need to have a perfect backyard experience.
A personalized, neon-style LED sign to add some legitimacy to your home theater. You can add your name, established year, and name of your home theater. Now you just need to spill some popcorn on the floor to really sell it.
And a portable 120-inch screen you can pair with a mini Bluetooth projector to bring the theater experience to your backyard. Even SpongeBob will feel cinematic on the big screen, and outdoor movie nights are a surefire way to make friends with your neighbors.
And since no movie is complete without snacks, a cart-style popcorn maker that aggressively fits the home theater aesthetic. This fun device pops with hot air instead of oil and can make 16 cups of popcorn at once.
A pack of plastic balls to make all your nostalgic ball pit dreams come true. This pack comes with enough for a pet or small child to have fun but...you could also buy more...and adults could join...just an idea...
A pack of solar-powered garden lights that'll make it look like your foliage has been dusted with glowing pixie dust. The little orbs come on long stems that sway in the breeze to really sell the effect.
And a pack of solar-powered mushroom string lights if you *really* want your backyard to feel like the mystical fairy village Ballonlea. Each weatherproof mushroom stakes into the ground so you can arrange them exactly how you'd like.
Reed fencing offering a little privacy when you don't have the space or money to plant trees or bamboo. It'll obscure the view of your patio, balcony, or yard while still letting in some light so you don't make the space feel walled in.
A bubble tent not unlike the kind you might find at expensive rooftop bars. Set one up in your backyard, and you can enjoy a romantic evening out of the house — but without chilly weather, bugs, or an eye-watering bar tab.
A pack of sunflower seeds with nine varieties that not only look beautiful, but also attract honeybees, bumblebees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Each package has over 1,000 seeds and can cover up to 325 square feet, so maybe your neighbors will want some too!
Interlocking teak tiles that are super easy to install — no tools needed! — even on uneven surfaces. Who knew that beautiful, tropical-looking flooring was an Amazon purchase and a couple hours of work away?
A fast-acting lawn repair formula designed to revitalize your patchy yard after your dog has done a number on it. It helps with regrowth and has a special salt neutralizer that can minimize the effects of salts from dog urine. Now Fido can do his thing, and you can still have a lush backyard to relax by.
A glow-in-the-dark capture the flag game sure to be a hit on temperate nights. This game can accommodate two teams of five and is great for all ages, so even your neighbors can join the fun.
A canopy that provides shade without trapping in hot air and turning your otherwise pleasant patio into a sweatbox. It comes in a ton of different sizes, and reviewers say it's easy to install.
An electric fondue pot, which is almost certainly the second best option after a legit chocolate fountain. Fill this 12-cup pot up with chocolate, cheese, or oil, and get dipping!
A mini tiki bar you can set up in half an hour, meaning you can be slinging jungle birds and blue Hawaiians that same day. The waterproof furniture set comes with four chairs and plenty of storage for booze or juice. Is your backyard the new Margaritaville? Time to break out the blender and find out.
A tabletop fly fan that keeps a steady breeze going to deter bugs. Think of it as a robotic swatting hand so your guests can keep their own hands free to grab some macaroni salad.
A wireless, Bluetooth-enabled karaoke mic able to sync up with most devices, meaning your home is about to become a karaoke bar. When people are done belting their favorite show tunes, you can use it as a Bluetooth speaker by turning off the microphone function.
A croquet set perfect for anyone who wants their backyard to feel like Veronica's house from Heathers. Now, you just need to supply everyone with a gigantic blazer to complete the look.
Or a ring toss game that requires less time to play, but will be no less competitive. We are not liable for any fights that break out when Cousin Steve starts his throw from over the starting line.
An eye-catching tabletop lighter shaped like a jelly mold that even comes with a little hidden tray underneath. If this isn't the perfect centerpiece, I don't know what is.
A set of waterproof globe lights to instantly improve the ambiance of your backyard. I don't know how string lights do it, but they have a 100% success rate of making me happy.
A giant stacking game that'll make you and your friends feel like Godzilla if he was actually very apologetic and wanted to rebuild the skyscrapers. The set comes in 3-, 4-, or 5-foot versions, so make sure you stand back when it's your butter-fingered friend's turn.
Color-changing inflatable pool balls to make night swims feel extra magical. They have solar-powered LEDs that work for up to eight hours after charging.
Or some floating flamingos that'll light up your pool area and provide some much-needed tropical fun. They're also solar powered and last up to eight hours after a complete charge.
A galaxy light so you can project the starry night sky onto your ceilings and walls for a dreamy vibe that's ~out of this world~. Bonus: The light show will hide the various scuffs on your ceiling and walls. 🤫
An inflatable bull chipper that lets golfers practice their swing by aiming balls at a Velcro-like dart board. It stands over six feet tall, so even golfers known for scooping the ball have a chance to hit it.
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Mosquito Dunks to kill mosquitos before they're even big enough to bite you. They're made with a bacteria that's only toxic to mosquito larvae, so you don't have to worry about pets or wildlife. A set of low-maintenance, solar-powered lights you can stake along pathways to illuminate your walk to the house. Since they're powered by the sun, you can set them up and let them do their thing for the foreseeable future. A kitchen s'mores maker that'll bring the best part of camping indoors, thus eliminating the need for camping at all. Indoor people, rejoice! Bird Call — a goofy party game that'll have the whole house hooting, cawing, and croaking. Players call out bird sounds and trade cards when they find another player matching their call. Or Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, a card game delivering a heavy dose of high-energy, adorably illustrated fun right when you need it. This has been a long-time bestseller because people of all ages absolutely love it! A battery-operated patio umbrella light so your family can actually see each other while dining outside. The battery-powered device has 28 LEDs to properly illuminate a whole picnic table after the sun sets. Bamboo wind chimes bringing chill vibes and sounds to your outdoor space. Sometimes a little twinkling noise is all you need to have a perfect backyard experience. A personalized, neon-style LED sign to add some legitimacy to your home theater. You can add your name, established year, and name of your home theater. Now you just need to spill some popcorn on the floor to really sell it. And a portable 120-inch screen you can pair with a mini Bluetooth projector to bring the theater experience to your backyard. Even SpongeBob will feel cinematic on the big screen, and outdoor movie nights are a surefire way to make friends with your neighbors. And since no movie is complete without snacks, a cart-style popcorn maker that aggressively fits the home theater aesthetic. This fun device pops with hot air instead of oil and can make 16 cups of popcorn at once. A pack of plastic balls to make all your nostalgic ball pit dreams come true. This pack comes with enough for a pet or small child to have fun could also buy adults could an idea... A pack of solar-powered garden lights that'll make it look like your foliage has been dusted with glowing pixie dust. The little orbs come on long stems that sway in the breeze to really sell the effect. And a pack of solar-powered mushroom string lights if you *really* want your backyard to feel like the mystical fairy village Ballonlea. Each weatherproof mushroom stakes into the ground so you can arrange them exactly how you'd like. Reed fencing offering a little privacy when you don't have the space or money to plant trees or bamboo. It'll obscure the view of your patio, balcony, or yard while still letting in some light so you don't make the space feel walled in. A bubble tent not unlike the kind you might find at expensive rooftop bars. Set one up in your backyard, and you can enjoy a romantic evening out of the house — but without chilly weather, bugs, or an eye-watering bar tab. A pack of sunflower seeds with nine varieties that not only look beautiful, but also attract honeybees, bumblebees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Each package has over 1,000 seeds and can cover up to 325 square feet, so maybe your neighbors will want some too! Interlocking teak tiles that are super easy to install — no tools needed! — even on uneven surfaces. Who knew that beautiful, tropical-looking flooring was an Amazon purchase and a couple hours of work away? A fast-acting lawn repair formula designed to revitalize your patchy yard after your dog has done a number on it. It helps with regrowth and has a special salt neutralizer that can minimize the effects of salts from dog urine. Now Fido can do his thing, and you can still have a lush backyard to relax by. A glow-in-the-dark capture the flag game sure to be a hit on temperate nights. This game can accommodate two teams of five and is great for all ages, so even your neighbors can join the fun. A canopy that provides shade without trapping in hot air and turning your otherwise pleasant patio into a sweatbox. It comes in a ton of different sizes, and reviewers say it's easy to install. An electric fondue pot, which is almost certainly the second best option after a legit chocolate fountain. Fill this 12-cup pot up with chocolate, cheese, or oil, and get dipping! A mini tiki bar you can set up in half an hour, meaning you can be slinging jungle birds and blue Hawaiians that same day. The waterproof furniture set comes with four chairs and plenty of storage for booze or juice. Is your backyard the new Margaritaville? Time to break out the blender and find out. A tabletop fly fan that keeps a steady breeze going to deter bugs. Think of it as a robotic swatting hand so your guests can keep their own hands free to grab some macaroni salad. A wireless, Bluetooth-enabled karaoke mic able to sync up with most devices, meaning your home is about to become a karaoke bar. When people are done belting their favorite show tunes, you can use it as a Bluetooth speaker by turning off the microphone function. A croquet set perfect for anyone who wants their backyard to feel like Veronica's house from Heathers. Now, you just need to supply everyone with a gigantic blazer to complete the look. Or a ring toss game that requires less time to play, but will be no less competitive. We are not liable for any fights that break out when Cousin Steve starts his throw from over the starting line. An eye-catching tabletop lighter shaped like a jelly mold that even comes with a little hidden tray underneath. If this isn't the perfect centerpiece, I don't know what is. A set of waterproof globe lights to instantly improve the ambiance of your backyard. I don't know how string lights do it, but they have a 100% success rate of making me happy. A giant stacking game that'll make you and your friends feel like Godzilla if he was actually very apologetic and wanted to rebuild the skyscrapers. The set comes in 3-, 4-, or 5-foot versions, so make sure you stand back when it's your butter-fingered friend's turn. Color-changing inflatable pool balls to make night swims feel extra magical. They have solar-powered LEDs that work for up to eight hours after charging. Or some floating flamingos that'll light up your pool area and provide some much-needed tropical fun. They're also solar powered and last up to eight hours after a complete charge. A galaxy light so you can project the starry night sky onto your ceilings and walls for a dreamy vibe that's ~out of this world~. Bonus: The light show will hide the various scuffs on your ceiling and walls. 🤫 An inflatable bull chipper that lets golfers practice their swing by aiming balls at a Velcro-like dart board. It stands over six feet tall, so even golfers known for scooping the ball have a chance to hit it.
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A tin of emergency googly eyes sure to help out your friend whenever they're in a pinch during a prank war. The pack comes with three different sizes, so get ready for everything in their home to suddenly start staring back at you. Bird Call — a goofy party game that'll have the whole house hooting, cawing, and croaking. Players call out bird sounds and trade cards when they find another player matching their call. A set of Troll Doll lighter cases so they can enjoy making their new toys go Super Saiyan whenever they want to light a candle. The cases come nude or in silly knit sweaters, so I'm sure your crafty friend would have a lot of fun with these. A can of whipped crea— I mean, sunscreen that just looks like dessert, so don't eat it, OK? This tasty-looking skincare will make them feel like a cherry pie instead of looking like one (baked to a crisp). A pair of sticky hand earrings you don't even have to play an hour's worth of arcade games to win for them. And these days, they're probably cheaper than an hour in an arcade, too! Or, a pair of mismatched fork and outlet earrings they can wear as an ode to one of their most prominent intrusive thoughts. What an ~electrifying~ design! A pack of food-themed bandages to make injuries feel a little more bearable. After all, who could stay upset while wearing a pickle or pizza slice on their arm? Not me. It's Bananas! — a giggle-inducing ring game that involves strapping on a monkey tail, hitting a spinner, and completing challenges to win banana tokens. I hope they've been doing their squats! A phone umbrella that suctions onto the back of their phone, allowing them to properly scroll without raindrops or sun glare ruining their view of Reviewbrah's latest video. As silly as it looks, reviewers swear by this for their Kindles when reading poolside. Incredible washi tape featuring medieval-style knights fighting wyrms — or well — worms on strings. A squishy blobfish sure to cheer them up when they're glum — or at least ensure they're never the saddest looking person in the room. A snail (or alien) headband offering an extra set of eyes for their skincare routine. It'll keep their hair out of the way and put them in the right mindset for slathering various serums and snail secretions. A "Gracula" garlic crusher that ironically helps them with one of the most tedious chores in the kitchen. Just throw in the peeled cloves, twist, and feel grateful they Let the Right One their kitchen. An opossum toy who somehow managed to not only get a driver's license but also find a street-legal peanut to drive into town. Congrats, 'possum! A sticker book filled with grouchy-looking cats. I would ask why they're so upset, but we all know cats never need a reason. They can have fun placing these directly in the sightline of anyone bugging them that day. >:( A resin gummy worm masterpiece that any candy lover would be proud to hang in their home. 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A working claw machine they can fill with any tiny treats they'd like, from squishy toys to candy Now they can say, "we have a claw machine at home." A miniature wacky waving inflatable tube man in case they wanna grow up to be a used Hot Wheels salesman and need something to draw in new customers. An infectious disease coloring book oozing with hours of gross relaxation. This purchase is nothing to sneeze at. An "ugly" custom pet pillow offering a hilariously warped version of their scrunkly companion. Just send in a photo that you think could be distorted into something perfectly meme-able. A wind-up toy shaped like a cat riding a robot vacuum. We've all seen the videos — it's time to recreate it at home. A set of cowboy straw toppers that add a little "don't mess with Texas" vibe to their water bottle by protecting the drinking straw from strangers bumping into it. Look how cute this bottle looks with a lil' hat on! 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A live, self-sustaining Venus flytrap lightbulb they can watch flourish, no matter what color their thumb is. They can remove and replant when it gets too big! A shark onesie for anyone who wishes every week was shark week. The wide fin sleeves and toothy hood make this the ultimate cozy hang 'fit. Skittles flavor enhancers so their water can taste like candy. A solid choice for the friend who turns their nose up at good old-fashioned water. A pack of four Croc-inspired car air fresheners that promise to smell a lot fresher than actual clogs. The, uh, unconventional car accessories clip onto their vents and come with 12 scent pads (four lavender, four fern, and four unscented). Stay weird! Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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A giant bubble powder kit, because why should Glinda and her giant bubble have all the fun?? Unleash your inner bubble powers this summer and impress the whole neighborhood with your big beautiful planet-size bubbles all summer long. A set of disposable ice pop mold bags (with an included funnel!) so you can concoct your own delicious flavor pairings at home by mixing and freezing your favorite juices, yogurts, or smoothies (one reviewer even made dill pickle pops!). Dibs on anything made with pineapple or coconut! A set of temporary hair chalk to turn yourself into a sentient rainbow and make everyone follow you around hoping to find a pot of gold. Twister Splash, an updated version of everyone's favorite body-contorting game that'll shoot water at you unless you can cover the hole with your hands or feet. A set of spicy margarita instant cocktail tea bags — all the sophistication of tea and the 😜 of a cheeky cocktail, without the exorbitant bar price tags or the sugar crash. All you have to do is add three ounces of cold water, 1.5 ounces of hard liquor, and the tea sachet into a glass, and you'll have a delicious cocktail in one minute. Plus a shaker of edible cocktail glitter, because why go through life without taking advantage of every opportunity to make it sparkle??✨ Reviewers add a touch to glam up their Prosecco or jazz up colorful-themed cocktails. A ~Magical Flame~ colorant you can use in your fireplace at home or in outdoor campfires to basically flex to everyone on Instagram that you are, in fact, a wizard now. A deck of waterproof cards so if you end up taking "Go Fish" a little too literally, your hand will survive plopping into the pool. And Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza POOLSIDE EDITION (!!) that lets you play this deeply beloved, family-friendly, fast-paced card game all summer long. Bonus: each game only lasts 10–15 minutes, so you can go one or a few rounds depending on how much time you've got together. A "One-Step Tie-Dye Party" box full of everything you need to make your dizziest tie-dye dreams come true — this comes with 18 colors, rubber bands, gloves, and instructions so easy to follow that parents swear by it for kid parties. Bonus?? No need to presoak or prep fabrics before turning them into art — the colors are designed not to run on cotton, rayon, and wool. A vintage-style giant checkers and tic-tac-toe towel for the backyard or the beach that the whole family can enjoy. This is the perfect way to keep everyone off their darn screens when they could be showing off their checkers skills to the seagulls! Pacifica's Wanderlust Spray Perfume Trial Set with five unique, deliciously sunny scents you can swap between all summer long. Sometimes you wake up in a full seize-the-day "Island Vanilla" mood, and other days you wake up with the zen of "Tahitian Gardenia," you feel me?? A set of assorted pool floaties for lounging and soaking up the sun as adorably as possible. (It's all fun and games until I start fighting someone for that pink donut one.) And a multipurpose, super adaptable pool float you can turn into a lounger, a chair, a drifter, or an exercise saddle for pool hangs and workouts as the ultimate all-purpose floatie. A waterproof pouch to keep your phone and other "doesn't play well with water"–type gadgets safe. Not only does this keep it safe, but you can still use the touchscreen with it, meaning you can take underwater travel photos galore 🐠🐟🐡. A set of reusable rainbow poopy "water balloon," a set of environmentally-friendly splash toys that prove poop really can save the world. Magnets keep the balloons closed, so all you have to do to refill is dunk them in a safe water source and snap the shut again. Let the (kinda gross, but still cute) games begin!! A waterproof retro-style Bluetooth speaker designed like a mini radio so you can blast the songs of the summer as adorably as possible. Reviewers love how portable this little gizmo is, and how well the sound carries despite its size! Red Robin Original Blend Signature Seasoning, because you shouldn't have to make the trek all the way to that giant red bird's Mojo Dojo Casa House to enjoy the RIDICULOUS, semi-feral joy of his seasoning. This *chef's kiss* blend of garlic, onion, and tomato is one of the most aggressive "if you know you know" seasonings out there and owning it is about to make you the most popular person on your block. A family-beloved extra large rainbow kite designed to get some SERIOUS height with very little effort and know-how — tons of reviewers note that this was easy for young kids to fly, thanks to the kid-friendly tail and line clips! A sweet little s'mores-themed ChapStick collection so you can live your best summer camp life even when you're still trucking at your nine-to-five. A "shark bites" mini hot dog mold sure to make ~waves~ when you show up to the family barbecue with the coolest snack of all. Sorry, pigs in a blanket — your time in the spotlight is over. A mini ice cream maker from BuzzFeed's Tasty line that easily churns out ice cream with your favorite flavor-and-topping combos in 20 minutes flat, because when it comes to cooling down from the summer heat, you don't have ONE delicious second to waste. A lightweight, super family-friendly flying disc perfect for backyard, park, and vacation fun — this flies straight so you don't need as much skill maneuvering it as with a Frisbee, and is designed not to hurt when it inevitably bops someone straight in the noggin. A mess-free microwave s'mores maker engineered with a well of water that ensures the marshmallow and chocolate melt at the same time (and don't overflow!), giving you ooey gooey perfection that will make your tastebuds weep. "Sussed," a cult-favorite, family-friendly "Would you rather?"-style game you will be *so* glad you picked up for long road trips and outdoor hangs this summer. The twist to the game is that after you choose your answer, everyone in the group has to guess what you picked, so the game keeps everyone on their toes! Coppertone Glow with Shimmer Sunscreen Spray — in other words, sun protection, but make it ✨✨✨. This takes "shine bright like the sun" to a WHOLE other level. Ocean Scene, another beloved stress relief coloring book from Coco Wyo, a brand that's made itself famous on TikTok for its cozy, relaxing, easy-to-draw themes. This one is full of happy little sea creatures frolicking in the water 🌊. A ridiculously versatile solar-powered bird bath fountain pump — all you have to do is plop it in water in a traditional bird bath, planter, or backyard decor, and boom! You have a sweet little bird haven that can burble water up to a foot high for all our feathered friends to enjoy. A delightfully affordable battery-operated patio umbrella light you can easily install without any tools, so you don't have to do wine and cheese in the darkness if the sun sets before your appetite does. A family-friendly "Find & Seek" scavenger hunt card game perfect for making the most out of the outdoors, whether you're in the backyard or exploring new terrain — each card has a picture and a word like "fuzzy" or "teeny" or "sparkly," and it's your job to go find something that matches that description. A waterproof disposable camera so you can have all the nostalgia of capturing vacation memories in the '90s and all the hijinks of doing it underwater. Reviewers especially love this as an option to keep their actual cameras safe! And last but certainly not least — a teensy undetectable laptop mouse jiggler you can slide into the USB to keep your computer active on Teams, Slack, and all those other various technological overlords that keep track of you so you can take some moments to yourself in the sunshine when you need it. ☀️😎
