Hosting a standout Fourth of July party comes down to three things: smart planning, easy prep and having the right essentials on hand. Whether you’re grilling in the backyard, lounging by the pool, or throwing a potluck gathering before the fireworks, the key is to keep things as simple and stress-free as possible.
That’s easy with a Target Circle 360 membership, which gives you same-day delivery with no price markups from Target — plus lots of other local stores via Shipt. Think Lowe’s Home Improvement, CVS, Lidl and more (excluding select alcohol retailers and items; terms apply).
Simply open the Shipt app, and at your literal fingertips you’ll find practically everything you need — from festive decorations to sunscreen to hot dogs, chips and drinks (and even the cooler to keep them in!). And with that same-day delivery, you can place a last-minute order should your party suddenly double in size. Need more folding chairs for all your guests? Shipt and Target have you covered. All you have to do then is fire up the grill, crank up the music and celebrate.
The Setup
Stock up on what you need to make your backyard feel welcoming and festive. Does your yard or pool area need folding chairs, reusable plastic drinkware, string lights, and citronella candles? Also, don’t forget to set the celebratory holiday scene with red, white and blue decor, like these beautiful 20-inch pinwheels that can be placed all over a lawn to spin colorfully in the breeze.
Sun Squad 20-Inch Pinwheel
Room Essentials Beach Chair
Fun & Games
Some people love to lounge by the pool; others love to jump right in and play. After setting up your space for people to sit, drink and chat, make sure you have the other half covered with an array of beach balls, water balloons and fun pool floats. (And for the landlubbers in the group, perhaps a game of corn hole.)
Sun Squad Large Beach Ball
Bunch O Balloons Tropical Party Water Balloons
Sun Protection
It can take as little as 10 to 15 minutes for exposed skin to get sunburned in the midday sun. Make sure everyone at your fête stays protected with plenty of sunscreen on hand, plus brimmed hats and a rash-guard set for little ones. Don’t forget to remind everyone to reapply after getting out of the pool or getting sweaty playing games in the yard!
Cat & Jack Kids’ Checkered Bucket Hat
Carter’s Just One You Girls’ One-Piece Rash Guard
Up & Up Sport Sunscreen Spray SPF 50
Snacks & Drinks
Driscoll’s Fresh Raspberries
Late July Organic Tortilla Chips
Gold Peak Sweet Tea, 6-Pack
Carryalls
Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue or setting up a picnic at a beach or park, you need the right implements to make sure the food-and-drink portion of your day goes smoothly. Topping many a list: a cooler to hold ice and drinks (or keep meat chilled and out of the sun), and reusable tumblers to save on plastic and paper waste.
Igloo Latitude 30-Quart Rolling Cooler
