When buying a picnic set, you should always think about what particular occasion during the year you would like to buy a set for.  If your plans include Sunday afternoons in the park with your partner, then it might be ideal to to buy a picnic set for 2.  If you have a couple of children, then a 4 person picnic set obviously makes more sense.  But if you’re planning on attending a few tailgate parties during football season, it’s wise to settle for a deluxe set that can serve many.

To buy a picnic set for a tailgate party may require some creativity as to what to buy because very likely, you’ll be hosting many people for this party and will have to look beyond the traditional picnic basket set.  Tailgate parties can vary from something as simple as beverages, sandwiches, and finger snacks to a full-scale cookout for a dozen guests.  If you’re hosting your first tailgate party but don’t have the equipment needed to do it, never fear.  There are many picnic and cooking sets available at very reasonable prices.

If you are hosting a picnic which involves grilling meats, one set you may want to consider is one that contains compartments for your BBQ tools as well as a cooling compartment for your beverages.  It’s convenient because it eliminates the need to lug a large messy wet cooler around when you can carry the tools and cooling compartment as one unit.  Because of its large size, a picnic set of this type also has shoulder straps to make it easier to conveniently transport the set from one location to another.  A picnic set with these features would only cost you a litte over $100.00.

For a little more money, a picnic set similar to the one just described that not only features BBQ tools and cooling units but also a modest sized propane grill.  With this extra feature, you can also include roller wheels with a handle – similar to a suitcase.  Not only is this ideal for a tailgate party but for other outdoor activities.

Finally, if space permits, you can purchase a folding picnic table with bench type seating to complement your picnic set.  Eating cooked meat can be awkward if you’re forced to stand and eat.  A small picnic table is a convenient place to set your food down and enjoy as though you were eating at home.

All these items purchased together will cost only a little over $200.00.  It’s not a bad investment for something that can last you for years.