There’s never enough fun to be had at a tailgate party. Who doesn’t love the charred smell of fresh barbeque or the clamoring of many cheerful voices. My own dad is a pretty big fan of them, always inviting close relatives to come join the fun. That said, I feel that my dad’s parties have taught me a good bit about what you should be sure to bring.
I’ve went and created a list of 22 highly acclaimed Amazon products that make those tailgate parties much more fun. I’ve included a speaker that keep the tunes going and reusable ice packs that’ll keep your drinks cool and refreshing. My favorite is a tent made to keep you safe from both the heat and harmful UV rays. Whatever it may be, there’s bound to be something on this list that’ll help you get your party started.
Stay Revitalized and Hydrated
One thing that tailgate parties have taught me is that you should always make sure to keep yourself hydrated. When you’re out having fun in the sun all day, it’s easy to lose track of time and water. It’s important to keep one of these water bottle pouches on you at all times. Parties are much more fun when you’re keeping yourself nice and healthy.
Safety Comes First
You never know what could happen at a tailgate party, especially when you have kids running around. I know I used to scrape my knees all the time as a kid when I would run around. Having these alcohol wipes is important for staying disinfected and healthy, which is especially important when you’re outdoors.
Packed Up and Ready to Go
There’s no such thing as being over-prepared, especially when it comes to partying. I remember my dad trying to bring everything without some sort of luggage, and it usually ended up pretty messy. This travel backpack is great for carrying all of your smaller essentials, ensuring that you don’t end up losing them.
Clean Up Even the Tiniest of Messes
Messes happen, no matter where we are. This is especially true for something like a tailgate party, where everyone is more focused on having fun than staying clean. Having one of these miniature vacuums certainly helps with event the smallest of messes. It comes with a variety of attachments that make it suitable for any type of mess.
Keep Your Devices at 100%
Sometimes it can seem like the power on your phone ticks away just as quickly as the clock does. This can be especially bad if you need it to keep up with texts from friends and family to keep things organized. With one of these power banks, you can make sure you have all the power you need to last throughout the day.
Keep Your Teeth Glistening
To be blunt, my dad was quite the early but I was not. We would often go very early to his parties and I would often miss out on brushing my teeth. Having one of these charcoal toothpaste bottles will help keep your teeth glistening even in the most rushed of situations. Not to mention, it’ll prepare your teeth for a day of chomping down on barbeque.
Never Risk Getting Wet
Whether it be sweating under the hot sun or getting a barrel of water dunked onto you, it’s hard not to get a little wet throughout the day. It can be especially uncomfortable when you catch a cold, making the experience much less fun. These quick-dry towels will have you dry in a jiffy, keeping your comfortable and dry throughout the day.
Keep All of Your Devices at 100%
If you bring your family anywhere with you, you’re sure to have a bit a power crisis on your hands. Phones, tablets, and maybe even some game devices will all need a bit of power. Having one of these charging stations will keep all those devices at 100%, so you won’t have to worry about anything going down to zero.
Stay Stocked Up on All of Your Essentials
For things like the alcohol wipes, you’re bound to need a bag to carry some of your smaller essentials. Q-tips, bandages, and more all fit snug in this supply bag. It comes with a variety of compartments, making it easy to organize and store a lot of what you might need to make sure you’re stocked up.
Capture Memories at Great Angles With This
Now this one might be a little unexpected to be included on a list of tailgate products, but it’s important nonetheless. Taking pictures is important for making memories, but you don’t want to take it at a bad angle. This selfie stick makes that easy, while also being able to transform into a tripod.
Stay Out of the Heat
It can get a bit oppressive when you’re under the sun all day, even if you’re having fun. The sunburns I earned as a kid taught me that. This [[UV tent]] is an absolute need if you want to stay safe from the sun. It can fit up to three people and was made to be easy to set up.
Never Lose Track of These Vibrant Bags
Things tend to get lost in the haze and daze that is a tailgate party. It’s natural to lose track of things when you’re having fun. That said, it would be pretty hard to lose these vibrant backpacks. Not only do they carry your things, but you’re sure not to lose them with a bag like this.
Keep the Tunes Rollin’ With This
Every party needs some music to keep the good times rolling. That usually isn’t the case with me, my friends and family aren’t huge fans of my taste in music. But for those whose tastes are more popular, this portable waterproof speaker is great for just that. Not only that, but it can easily be controlled via Bluetooth as well.
Keep Your Drinks Chilly
If you’re going to keep your drinks chilly and refreshing, there’s no better item to have than these reusable ice packs. Not only do they cool faster than ice, but they heat up much more slowly as well. It’s perfect for keeping your favorite sodas nice and frosty.
Keep Pesky Mosquitos Away From the Party
There is no greater menace to society than the average mosquito. That might be a bit of an overstatement, but I’m sure a lot of people would agree. That’s why I’ve included this mosquito repellent lamp, to keep any mosquitos away from those who wouldn’t want them around. It generates a bubble that can last up to 12-hours.
Keep Snack Foods Nice and Cool
The best part of a tailgate party for me is the food, especially the snacks. That said, not all snacks are as resistant to the sun as others, like chocolate bars. This cooler bag will keep your chocolate bar tasting like it just came out of the fridge. It’s insulation will keep drinks or snacks cool for hours.
Say No to the Heat
Like I’ve said a couple of times before, it can get uncomfortably warm when you’re at a tailgate party. My dad used to bring office fans to help out, but they didn’t do as good of a job as this camping fan. This high-duty fan was built for the outdoors, being able to output high speeds for a few hours.
Party into the Night
Partying into the night is pretty common when it comes to tailgate parties. It’s important to stay lit up when that time comes. This solar lantern fits the role perfectly for that job. Not only does it keep you lit, but it even comes with a slot to charge your mobile devices on.
Make a Fresh Brew On-the-Go
Sometimes it’s not so easy to get your brew on the go, especially if you’re rushing to party early. This tailgate product is perfect for alleviating that issue. Not only can you get your brew with this pour-over coffee maker without using energy, but the filters allow it to create a potent and tasty cup of joe.
Keep Your Belongings Close at Hand
If you need to keep your items close at hand, there’s no better item to have than this fanny pack. It can hold everything you need to keep close, like your phone, credit cards, and cash. Not only that, but it can hold your favorite snacks pretty well too.
Salt Your Meats in Style
If you’re going to a tailgate party, you can be sure that there’s going to be a barbeque. There’s no better way to improve that barbeque experience than one of these colorful Himalayan salt slabs. Not only can you keep your meats salted, but you can do it in a flamboyant style that has your friends and family admiring your skills.
Play a Game of Hoops
There’s no better fun to be had than a proper party game at a party. I used to love them too, until I realized I was never good enough to win at any of them. But maybe I’d be able to win at this fun tiki toss game. Not only does it take less than 5 minutes to set up, but you’re ready for hours of fun when it is.