With summer still in full swing and football season on the way, tailgates will still be on the menu for some time. Below, you’ll find portable grills and coolers, BBQ and party essentials, and even party games. Discover gadgets and accessories that streamline everything from cooking to serving to staying cool. Keep scrolling to discover 36 ways to upgrade your next tailgating party.
This Cuisinart Portable Charcoal Grill Is a Popular Portable Pick
Few tailgate elements are as essential as the grill. And the Cuisinart portable charcoal grill is the ideal candidate for the job. It’s lightweight yet sports a sizable grill top for cooking meats and veggies.
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This Weber Grilling Tool Set Comes With Tongs and a Spatula
Depending on the size of your vehicle, you may have to pack light for a good car-based get-together. With this Weber grilling tool set, you’ll have all you need to work your barbecue without any superfluous extras.
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Rely on This Portable Camping Utensil Set for Smaller Parties
As one might expect, many camping accessories can also be used during outdoor parties. And if your gathering is on the smaller side, this portable camping utensil set packs enough cutlery to go around. It also comes packed with knives, a cutting board, a bottle opener, and many other kitchen tools.
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Pack a Grill Brush and Scraper for Post-Party Cleanup
Nobody wants to think about what has to happen after the party ends. But you’ll at least be prepared with this grill brush and scraper to clean up your portable grill in preparation for next time.
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BBQ Gloves Can Prevent Accidental Burns
Safety isn’t always at the forefront during a good time, but an accident can put an end to those good times quickly. These BBQ gloves are one tool that can prevent that, providing anyone on the grill with a heat-resistant layer between them and that hot grating.
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Stick Smaller Ingredients in a Grill Basket
Few grills are safe from the annoying problem of meats and veggies falling through the grate. Tailgate portable grill or otherwise, a grill basket will deal with that problem by containing smaller ingredients while still allowing them to cook through and even be flipped en masse.
Get Juicer Dogs Using the SLOTDOG
Customers rave about the SLOTDOG. This hot dog slicing tool creates perforations in wieners and sausages to allow the meat’s own juices, as well as condiments after the fact, to permeate deeper.
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This Affordable Cuisinart Basting Brush Set Is What the Pros Use
No barbecue is complete with finely basted meat, courtesy of a Cuisinart basting brush set. This particular set is both popular and affordable, with enough volume to cover slab upon slab of produce with sweet, spicy, or savory gravies.
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A Non-Stick Rib Rack Makes Tailgate Ribs Possible
Ribs are one of the kings of barbecue, but they can be difficult to prepare when you’re at a tailgate. Thankfully, this non-stick rib rack can simplify the activity to unlock this recipe in your party BBQ arsenal.
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Grab Equipment and Condiments From This Large Grill Utensil Caddy
From drinks to tools to food and more, there’s not much you can’t tote in this large grill utensil caddy. It even has a paper towel holder on one end. You’ll want one by your side if you like to stay organized while cooking and eating.
This YETI Roadie Cooler Holds up to 18 Cans
The 18-can capacity of the YETI Roadie Cooler makes it a strong candidate for satisfying thirsty party-goers without taking up too much space. And its height also makes it compatible with wine bottle storage if that’s your preferred beverage.
Dispense Drinks From an Igloo 2-Gallon Beverage Dispenser
Whatever drink you fill your Igloo 2-gallon beverage dispenser with, there’ll be plenty to go around. With the easy-to-use spigot on the bottom, gravity does the serving. And this dispenser may even remind people of their days on a sports team.
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Wheel in and Stand Up the Blackstone On-the-Go Griddle
If griddles are more your speed, the Best Selling Blackstone On The Go griddle is built for portability. This is thanks to a set of scissor legs below that expand out to stand the griddle up, as well as wheels and a handle to transport it while it’s folded.
The Coleman Outdoor Folding Table Has Lots of Utility
Despite its name, the Coleman outdoor folding table isn’t only useful for camping. Once you set yours up, there’s room for four seats and plenty of food and drinks on top. Then, while not in use, this convenient portable surface folds into a super compact shape.
Stow Snacks and Drinks in an All-in-One Tailgating Table
The All-in-One Tailgating Table couldn’t be better designed for its namesake event. This collapsible surface has deep cup holders for bottles, a central mesh compartment for a bowl of snacks, and a reservoir below for ice and drinks.
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Set Up a Portable Trash Bag Holder to Cut Down on Litter
Litter can be a problem that tailgate enthusiasts may conveniently leave behind once they’ve driven away. But with this portable trash bag holder, there’ll be a place to toss half-eaten hotdogs, cups, and chip bags that won’t leave the parking lot a mess.
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Guests Will Appreciate This Portable Camping Sink
When napkins simply aren’t enough, sticky-handed tailgaters can flock to this portable camping sink. Using a pump at the base, water is pumped to the top to operate like a sink for quick washing up.
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Keep it Shady at Your Grill Under a Sport-Brella Versa-Brella
While the sun’s beating down over other cars, you’ll be sitting pretty beneath your Sport-Brella Versa-Brella. Thanks to an adjustable arm and strong clamp, you can angle it any which way, depending on the position of the sun.
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A Camping Tent for Truck Beds Provides Shade in a Pinch
When you need shade for a whole group of buddies, look no further than this camping tent for truck beds. Once it’s attached to your truck or car, you and your friends will have a place to take cover from the sun’s harsh rays.
Pack This Pop-Up Canopy Tent for Larger Parties
This sizable pop-up canopy tent is made to contain a few people up to a small crowd, depending on the size you select. And if there’s room for it in your car or truck, it’s worth picking up if you expect a lot of other tailgaters.
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Cool Off Beside a Portable Mini Clip Fan
With its flexible grilling arms, there are few surfaces to which you can’t attach this portable mini clip fan. Before the party starts, charge yours for up to 20 hours of use and enjoy any of its four speeds to keep you cool outside.
Unfold an Ultra-Convenient Coleman Portable Camping Chair
As soon as you need to take a load off during your next tailgate party, this Coleman portable camping chair will be there for you. Even if you’re low on space in your vehicle, this chair can fold up tight when you don’t need it. Plus, it has a pouch on one side and a cup holder on the other for stowing belongings and drinks.
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Lay Out This Durable Waterproof Picnic Blanket
Be it on gravel, grass, sand, or asphalt, this waterproof picnic blanket can provide a comfortable place to kick back outside. It even comes with a travel bag for easy transport.
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The JBL FLIP 5 Brings Booming Volume
No tailgate is complete without some tunes or a way to amplify the big game. The JBL FLIP 5 fits the bill to a tee, capable of huge volume, audio quality, and bass. And if that wasn’t enough, this speaker is so waterproof that it can be submerged and still come out kicking.
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People Will Love This Portable Corn Hole Set
Outdoor gatherings don’t need outdoor activities, but they can certainly help during lulls in conversation. And that’s where this portable corn hole set comes into play. Once you’ve set up this lightweight classic, friends will line up to compete.
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Try Out This Stadium Cup Pong Set With a Twist
Beer pong is about as classic a drinking game as it can get. And if you want to add an extra dimension to this time-tested favorite, check out this Stadium cup pong set. With it, you can set up six cups in the usual triangular position or pivot the playing field to create a stadium-like setup.
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Pass to the Ingenious GoSports Inflataman Football Challenge
Tailgates almost inevitably draw sports fans, and they’re sure to get a kick out of the GoSports Inflataman Football Challenge, an inflatable receiver that includes footballs for practicing your pass and finding out who has the best arm.
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Pop on a Cooling Stretchy Visor to Combat Harsh Light
The glare of that big fireball we all know and love can interfere with all kinds of outdoor activities. This Cooling Stretchy Visor is a simple and affordable solution that’s easy to toss into a bag or pocket and put on when necessary.
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Fill Up an MJM Condiment Server for Guests
With its five slots and ice tray below, an MJM condiment server is set to serve cool condiments and sides like pickles for all your buddies. Depending on the types you plan on providing, tongs, spoons, and a scoop are also included.
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Mesh Food Covers Keep Bugs at Bay
Hot weather is one of the better times for a tailgate. The problem comes when you remember bugs think so, too. These highly rated mesh food covers will set you up to keep those pets off your food, something everyone will be thankful for.
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Spice it Up With This Smoked Seasoning Gift Set
It’s all fun and games until somebody takes a bite of a bland burger or steak. Be it for yourself or as a present, a smoked seasoning gift set can prevent such a mishap, introducing all sorts of mouth-watering flavors like Smokey Southwest, Citrus Pepper, and Bold Bayou.
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Can Sleeves Keep Fingers Comfy
As refreshing as a chilly drink can be, a can fresh from the cooler runs the risk of freezing your fingers. Fortunately, this set of durable can sleeves can insulate your hands and those of other tailgaters.
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Don the Epic 12-Pack Beer Drinking Vest
Tailgating and beer are as iconic as peanut butter and jelly. And you’ll certainly do the tradition proud with this 12-pack beer drinking vest equipped. Next time you need a drink, you won’t have to look very far.
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This Jackery Portable Power Station Has Ports for Party Goers
Chances are, your truck alone won’t meet the power needs of a whole event’s worth of people. This Jackery portable power station aims to solve that problem, providing two AC outlets, two USB-A ports, a USB-C port, and a 12V port for plenty of output.
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Rely on a Pair of Barbecue Grill Lights
If your tailgate goes late, hesitate before packing up your gear. A set of barbecue grill lights, fit with magnetic bottoms, can enable after-dark food preparation, allowing for late-night hootenannies.
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Roll Equipment and Utensils in an Outdoor Utility Wagon
“Utility” is right — the high capacity of this outdoor utility wagon makes it an asset for any outdoor activity, not the least of which is tailgating. Use it to tote around a drink cooler, distribute cutlery, or cart whatever else needs moving.
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