8 Dollar Tree Summer Party Supplies That Make Hosting Look Effortless
Summer gatherings come together fast, and the price of outfitting even a casual backyard party can climb quickly. Plates, napkins, table covers and decorations from party stores or big-box retailers often run $50 or more before you buy a single bag of chips.
Dollar Tree has one of the most complete summer party sections this season, with themed tableware, decorations and hosting accessories starting at $1.25 each. For a party of 20, you can get a fully coordinated table setup — plus party favors — for around $25.
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Here are eight picks that do the decorating work for you.
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1. Seasonal Collection Slice Plates (12-count)
Price: $1.50
For whimsical disposable tableware, Dollar Tree's summer paper plates deliver. This 12-count pack comes in a fun assortment of fruity summer shapes — watermelon, orange and lemon — that looks intentional rather than generic. Two packs handle a party of 20 for well under $5.
2. Fruit-themed Napkins (20-count)
Price: $1.50
A 20-count pack adds color and texture to any summer table. Dollar Tree's fruit-themed napkins coordinate with the plates above, so you can pull together a matching tropical spread for around $6. Stack them in a bowl, fan them beside the plates, or fold a few into cups to add some decorative flair.
3. Summer-themed Table Runner
Price: $1.50
A table runner anchors the whole setup and keeps the focus on the food. Dollar Tree's summer-themed table runner is the kind of detail that reads as planned — a classic summer pattern that works for cookouts, kids' birthday parties, and front-porch get-togethers. At 72 inches long, it fits most tables.
4. Tropical-Themed Ball Party Leis
Price: $1.50
Leis at $1.50 each means every guest gets a piece of the theme the moment they arrive. Dollar Tree's assorted tropical leis work for tropical-themed birthdays, pool parties, and backyard barbecues, and they double as quick photo-booth props without any extra setup.
5. Summer Luau Glittery Paper Banners
Price: $1.50
A banner makes a gathering look deliberate. These glittery paper banners come in tropical-themed designs and bright seasonal colors. Hang one across a fence, string it over a dessert table, or drape it along an outdoor bar for a surprisingly affordable visual anchor.
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6. Colorful Hanging Decorations
Price: $1.50
These seasonal hanging decorations take the party to new heights. Hang them from a pergola or tree branch, mixing and matching the various color options. Fold them up at the end of the party and store them to reuse for future parties.
7. Cooking Concepts Summer Fun Food Tents
Price: $1.50
Food tents are one of the most underrated party supplies, and at $1.50 each they are a no-brainer. Dollar Tree's Summer Fun Food Tents keep chips, dips, fruit, and snacks covered between servings, solving summer hosting's least glamorous problem without adding to your prep list.
8. Umbrella Drink Picks (16-count)
Price: $1.50
A few finishing touches can make a punch bowl or lemonade pitcher look like a fully planned decision. Dollar Tree's 16-count umbrella drink picks cover a full spread of drinks for $1.50 and add a tropical detail that guests tend to notice.
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Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change.
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