Top 10 Christmas in July party gadgets and accessories to light up your summer
What started as a fun tradition at a girl’s summer camp in 1933 has evolved into a beloved custom for many accross the US. Ready to celebrate Christmas in July in style? Dive into my roundup of the top 10 Christmas in July party gadgets and accessories.
What is Christmas in July?
According to Country Living, the first Christmas in July party was celebrated at Keystone Camp in North Carolina on July 24 and 25, 1933. Campers embraced the festive spirit with carols, a Christmas Tree, and cotton snow.
In 1940, the term gained wider recognition with the movie, “Christmas in July” and the celebration was woven into American culture. Eventually, TV stations stations have hosted Christmas in July marathons, airing holiday movies during the summer. Today some throw Christmas in July BBQs and parties to enjoy festive cheer with family and friends.
Why celebrate Christmas in July?
The main reason people celebrate Christmas in July is simple: it’s fun! Christmas is America’s favorite holiday, so why not celebrate it more than once a year? Plus, with school out, kids have more time to create crafts and help with preparations. Another reason to celebrate is that thinking about cold weather during the hot summer can make you feel cooler – a bit like self-hypnosis, but experts say, it works.
Christmas in July party ideas
There’s no right or wrong way to celebrate Christmas in July. You could host a Christmas-in-July-themed BBQ with typical summer grilled fare and decorate your outdoor space with holiday lights and garlands. Or go all-out with full Christmas décor and your favorite holiday recipes. No matter your style, we’ve got gear recommendations for every celebration.
Christmas in July party gadgets and accessories
Keep reading for some of the best gadgets and accessories to add to your Christmas in July celebration. Most are suitable for use in the summer and winter and all will make your mid-summer noel unforgettable!
1. Permanent Outdoor Wi-Fi string lights
You can illuminate your home in color for Christmas in July with the Enbrighten Eternity Permenant Outdoor Lights. They come in 50-foot and 100-foot options. Their installation is permanent, so you could set them up now and have them all ready to go in December, and many Decembers afterward.
2. A smokeless bonfire
Bonfires are fun both in winter and summer (as long as your area isn’t prone to forest fires). The Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 offers smokeless heat thanks to its air-flow efficient design. It’s a gadget everyone will want to gather around after swimming all day on July 25.
It creates a cozy atmosphere for 4–6 people, features a durable design, and weighs just 20 pounds, so it can easily be your camping companion.
3. A neon Santa sign
Set a fun vibe at your Christmas in July party with Xuhal’s Christmas in July Neon Sign. This LED neon sign depicts Santa with his surfboard, encouraging festivity in the midst of summer.
Measuring 12.09″ L x 16.93″ W, it’s eye-catching decor to set the mood for your party. Compatible with a USB power source, you can plug it into a mobile power supply, phone charger, or other sockets.
4. An outdoor Christmas laser projector
Deck the halls with a Christmas-themed laser projector on July 25. The SUNFUCAN Laser Christmas Projector doubles as decoration for both Christmas in July, and Christmas itself.
Shine this garden laser light on an exterior wall during the evening to add cheer while your guests sip Christmas-inspired summer cocktails. You choose between 3 light colors: red-green & green-red.
Also, the device is IP65 waterproof, so it can withstand rain and hard winter conditions.
5. A Christmas-inspired mini waffle makers
Treat your friends and family to Christmas breakfast on July 25—waffles from the Dash Mini Waffle Makers. They cook delicious waffles pressed with either a gingerbread man or a snowflake. Your purchase includes 2 waffle makers.
These gadgets are easy to use. Just plug them in, and the non-stick waffle irons with heat up in minutes. Expect golden waffles every time.
6. An electric hot chocolate maker
It’s July, so I know hot chocolate isn’t too enticing right now, but hear me out. The Nostalgia 30 oz. Electric Hot Chocolate Maker brews some of the tastiest hot chocolate around, rich and foamy. It satisfies a sweet craving every time.
This kitchen gadget also creates frothed milk for cold coffee drinks like iced cappuccinos. So it’s useful all year. The company creates products inspired by 19th-century designs.
7. A holiday-themed LEGO set
If you prefer a quieter Christmas in July celebration, the LEGO Holiday Main Street Building Set is the ideal activity. This 1,514-piece set is sure to bring the family together for some quality building time.
The set includes a street car, a toy shop, and an H. Jollie’s guitar shop, all decorated for the holidays. With 6 minifigurines, you can have fun role-playing Christmas-themed story ideas.
8. A Christmas party game for the whole family
Treat everyone to non-boring entertainment with the Weird Little Elf party game. It’s fast-paced but easy to learn, and you can play with pretty much any age or group size.
It’s a social deduction game where someone is an Imp that must be discovered. The physical “tells” are funny, with actions like “scratch your nose” and “cross your eyes.”
9. A color-changing pool float
If you’re planning a poolside Christmas in July, add some cheer with the Sinbyuer Inflatable Pool Float Recliner. This huge pool recliner comes complete with color-changing lights, adding a festive touch.
Solar-lit, this recliner charges during the day and automatically illuminates in a range of colors at night. The design is super comfy and lets you enjoy the water without getting wet.
10. Light up party glasses
Add some fun to your Christmas in July celebration with the WOWSUN LED Glasses. These cool glasses come with a slew of preset LED lighting patterns, including Fireworks, Dollar Sign, Kiss Fish, and others.
They set the right mood for a dance party, so you only have to play suitable Christmas playlist to get everyone jamming!
Ensure your Christmas in July party is a hit
Celebrating Christmas in July is a great way to bring festive cheer to your summer. Whether you’re hosting a big bash or a cozy family get-together, these top 10 gadgets and accessories will ensure your party is a hit!
