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10 Cheap Ways To Take Your Fourth Of July To The Next Level
If you're planning Fourth of July celebrations, check out our suggestions for how to make them even better.
Monday isn't the greatest day for Fourth of July to fall on, since you still have to go to work the next day (unless you're really lucky). But that better not stop you from having a laid-back night with friends and family.
We can't sell you fireworks — you'll have to go a couple counties over for that — but we can help you make this Fourth of July a great one.
Have any suggestions of your own? Send us an email at deals@patch.com, and we may feature it!
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CornHole Bean Bag Toss Game Set
It's hard to think of a backyard game more fun, popular and easy to play than cornhole — or bean bag toss, depending on where you're from. Get the family and friends involved in some competition and fun while the burgers are grilling.
This set folds up easily and comes with a carrying case so you can throw it back in the car easily when you're done.
205 Stainless Steel Tabletop LP Gas Grill
You may not need a full-fledged grill, and that's certainly understandable. Outdoor space comes at a premium for some. But there are still a few days a year when you just gotta fire up something and throw some burgers down.
This tabletop grill easily folds away for storage when you don't need it but will get the job done and then some whenever you need to bust it out, all for less than 100 bucks. Don't get stuck eating sandwich meat this Fourth.
Heat Resistant Silicone BBQ Oven and Grill Gloves
For the less-savvy grillers (or just the uncoordinated), this sturdy pair of grilling gloves are heat-resistant and will keep your fingers safe and arm hair intact. We've been preaching these gloves for a while now, and they've been hugely popular.
Solar Powered Garden Lamp with Electronic Mosquito Zapper
Nobody wants to get bit while they’re hanging out outside. Put up a few of these lamps that double as mosquito zappers. They look great and provide some light to an otherwise dark spot while keeping bugs away. You can also pull the top out of the stake and hang it like a lamp for a porch or patio.
(If you'd prefer something a little more muted, try out a Citronella candle.)
If your outdoor space has gotten a little stale, hanging up some lights can give it a nice, homey feel with relatively little lift. These string lights are LED, so they don't heat up and will last for a while. They're also cheap.
If you really want to get fancy, you can upgrade to these, which come with a remote control that can dim the lights or just turn them on or off.
Or, if you'd prefer bulbs or anything else, check out a number of string light options here.
Keep the Toby Keith and Lee Greenwood going with a portable speaker that you can take outside and still get great volume. Our choice is this model from Anker that is sturdy, gives you great sound quality and is available at a great price.
It also comes in red and blue if you really want to get patriotic.
Party Essentials Hard Plastic 9-Ounce Party Cups
Nobody wants to be doing dishes after a party. If you're planning on entertaining, pick up a pack of these classy party cups perfect for wine and liquor, or whatever else you may be drinking.
If you would prefer something nicer (but breakable), it's hard to get more All-American than drinking out of a mason jar, whatever your beverage may be. You can pick up 12 for less than $10 right now.
Coleman Camping Oversized Quad Chair with Cooler
Watching fireworks from a blanket is fine, but your back will thank you if you pick up a folding chair so you can sit comfortably. This one even has a four-drink cooler in it, so you don't have to get up to refresh your beverage.
Inflatable Pizza Slice Novelty Swimming Pool Float
What says America like pool, pizza and lounging?
