Spring has sprung. Warmer weather is on the way. People are shifting their social activities outdoors. And that means one thing: it’s time to start thinking about your spring and summer promotional campaigns.
Seasonal gifts and giveaways are available in all sorts of price ranges, from under $5 to more than $100. No matter what your budget, there are plenty of warm-weather items to choose from that will make your brand stand out.
Here are some of our favorite spring and summer giveaways, organized by price point, to help you rise above the competition.
Gifts and Giveaways for $5 or Less
Products at the lower end of the price scale—typically small, lightweight, and designed to be ordered in bulk—are great for tabling events where large numbers of branded giveaways are handed out to increase visibility without breaking the bank. Here are some of our recommendations.
Sunscreen
UV levels start to rise in the spring, making this a timely giveaway. Sunscreen is one of the most frequently forgotten cosmetics when travelling, making it a perfect handout for visiting trade show attendees.
Chapstick
Available in various forms, Chapstick (or more generically lip balm) is a cost-effective promotional item that people can easily drop in their pocket or purse for later use. Adding a flavor makes it even more appealing.
Sunglasses
Great for outdoor events on sunny days. Even if they are tossed later, people are likely to wear them during the event itself, advertising your brand and encouraging people to visit your booth.
Foam Can Koozie
A cost-conscious keepsake with virtually limitless design opportunities, a creative can koozie is more likely to be saved for later use. A great product for companies hosting an event.
Towel Clip
A unique, lightweight gift that keeps your towel secured to your beach chair, pool lounger, or golf bag. A large imprint area provides ample opportunity for really creative designs and branding.
Rally/Cooling Towel
Popular at sporting events and rallies, these towels have a large imprint area that can be fully customized—a great canvas for promoting your brand.
Golf Balls
Branded golf balls make a nice giveaway, especially at tabling golf events. Your logo makes the ball easy to identify, and duffers always appreciate having a spare or two. Even a dozen brand-name balls cost less than $5 each; generic balls are even cheaper.
Glassware
Engraved drinkware like wine glasses, pint glasses, and shot glasses make great commemorative gifts that associate your brand with a fun and memorable event. They’ll also remember you fondly every time they pull these glasses out in the future.
Clear Crossbody Bag
Outdoor events will start to pick up as the weather improves, increasing the need for clear see-through bags. Clear crossbody bags are lightweight gifts that you can brand and even slip your business card into, increasing your brand’s visibility.
Silicon Phone Mounts
Especially popular with the younger crowd, this accessory adheres to a wall, mirror, window, or any other flat surface to hold your phone. Small, lightweight, and durable, phone mounts make a great giveaway.
Klamp Portable Phone Stand
Great for people who like to watch videos on their phone, this item supports a full color imprint that makes sure your brand leaves a lasting impression.
Gadget Grips Phone Mount
This magnetic phone mount for your car or any other metallic surface is easily repositionable and doesn’t leave behind a sticky residue—always a plus. Personalize with your brand or message.
Gifts and Giveaways Between $5 and $10
Moving up a notch on the price scale, the following items are good bulk order giveaways for higher-end events and gatherings.
Measuring Tape
DIY projects increase when the weather starts to improve. This useful gift will really come in handy for those who like to get their hands dirty. Particularly appropriate for businesses in the construction or home improvement industry.
Magnetic Phone Accessories
Magnetic accessories are all the rage. As stated earlier, magnetic items like wallets and rings can be easily swapped out or replaced without leaving any permanent markings or causing potential damage.
Belt Bag/Fanny Pack
Whether worn around the waist or as a crossbody, belt bags and fanny packs are an accessory everyone can get behind—great for storing everything you need without tying up your hands.
2-in-1 Flying Disc Dog Bowl
This travel-friendly, easy-to-clean silicone pet bowl doubles as a flying fetch toy once the meal is over, making it as fun for you as it is for your furry friend.
LED Multi-Cable Charger
This handsome charging cable will make your corporate logo glow while it charges multiple devices simultaneously—for a very reasonable price.
Gifts and Giveaways Between $10 and $20
Items in this price range make a great gift for potential customers or large distribution projects. Typically on the smaller side, these gifts can fit on a desk or in a bag.
Hand-Held Fan
No, not the cheap paper manual ones you’re probably thinking. These trendy and stylish fans are battery-powered, rechargeable, and perfect for the warmer months ahead.
Candles
Candles are one of the most popular retail gifts—a fancy addition to your home or desk. Multiple sizes, decorations, and other options are available, providing a variety of branding opportunities: a full-color sticker, a single-color imprint, or your logo lasered on the lid.
Mesh Lunch Tote
These fully custom bags offer virtually limitless branding opportunities. Bags in this price range are much nicer than the promotional tote bags typically given out at events.
ASOBU Bestie Sling
Inspired by Croc footwear, this fun drinkware sling is a cute vehicle for your water bottle. Users can even collect and exchange their favorite charms to make it uniquely their own.
Magnetic Charging Cable
Your charging cord will never get tangled again with this unique and popular product! Includes a lightning-to-USB-C adaptor.
Gifts and Giveaways Between $20 and $50
Gifts in this price range are great for rewarding or onboarding employees, as well as for showing customers they are appreciated.
Waterproof Speaker
Great for listening to music or podcasts around the pool. Plenty of style options and sizes to choose from ensure this gift never gets old.
Desk Plant
Having a plant on your desk brings your workspace to life! Sending a gift of a plant to employees or customers shows an extra level of care and compassion.
Charcuterie Boards
Charcuterie boards are all the rage, adding a stylish touch to outdoor wine nights. Whether for a single person or for a group gathering, these boards offer subtle branding opportunities without detracting from the item itself.
MagSafe Power Banks
One of the most popular tech products right now. These magnetic, wireless chargers fit effortlessly in your pocket or bag, letting you recharge your phone on the go, no matter where you are.
BBQ Tools
A great Father’s Day gift for employees and customers alike, not to mention a great way to show that you care about their lives outside of work.
Peshtemal Towel
This popular take on the classic beach towel is thinner, more compact, and stylish—but every bit as water absorbent as its predecessor. Add your brand to an existing design or fully customize the towel. Add a twine bow with a hang tag for some fun packaging.
Cube Qi Wireless 2-in-1 Charging Pad
Charge your phone and your watch simultaneously with this foldable magnetic wireless charger. At just under 2.5 square inches, it fits perfectly in your pocket or a small purse, or it can be folded to create a phone charging stand.
Solar Qi 3.0
This one-of-a-kind solar powerbank recharges from both natural and artificial light, making it perfect for camping. Includes multiple light and emergency flasher settings, along with a built-in motion sensor and alarm. Also charges via a power cord for those cloudy days.
Gifts and Giveaways Between $50 and $100
These items, usually reserved for holidays or annual customer gifts, are great for saying thank you or showing your appreciation for specific groups or people.
Duffel Bags
Travel picks up in the summer. A nice travel bag with a subtle corporate brand imprint like a leather deboss or tone-on-tone embroidery will come in handy while presenting a luxurious look.
Cooler Backpacks
Great for the beach, camping, or the park, these branded cooler backpacks keep food and beverages cool while leaving your hands free to carry other important items.
Fully Customized Pickleball Set
Pickleball was one of the fastest-growing activities in 2024, and it shows no sign of slowing. A colorful set of branded pickle ball paddles will bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Smokeless Fire Pit
A fun new way to cook up s’mores in your backyard without requiring a large firepit. This gift is great for c-suite executives and your bigger customers. It also makes for a great raffle or contest prize at your next event.
Gifts Over $100
Generally reserved for top customers, company executives, or high-end raffle prizes, gifts in this price range are meant to be ordered in small quantities and drop-shipped to the recipient’s home or directly to the event since they are usually larger and heavier.
Roller Suitcases
A nice suitcase is a great, sturdy product that can be ordered in small quantities and will either be used by the customer for family summer vacations or given to someone else.
Golf Bag
Especially popular for executives who love the links. Name brands like Nike, OGIO, and Bag Boy offer great high-end brandable options.
Large Cooler
Hard coolers, especially those from brands like Yeti and RovR, are very popular with people who love camping or hosting outdoor gatherings. Large imprint areas offer plenty of corporate branding opportunities.
Forever Flowers
Who doesn’t love flowers? This classy gift, handcrafted with care, will look beautiful on anyone’s desk, whether at home or in the office.
Fellow Electric Kettle
A popular drinkware brand, available as a brandable electric kettle, offers exact temperature control and quick heating times for your favorite tea or coffee drinker.
Whatever Your Budget, OnFulfillment Can Help
Whether you’re looking for cost-effective bulk giveaways or high-end gifts for you most important employees or customers, OnFulfillment can help.
As a leading promotional products supplier, we have access to a wide range of items that convey corporate excellence at every possible cost point. Using state-of-the-art software such as Facilis to source high-quality swag, we can get you whatever promotional gifts and giveaways you need, from one to 1 million pieces. If you’re not sure what you’re looking for, our team of dedicated professionals are happy to make recommendations based on your needs and budget.
