The Best Summer Gifts to Keep it Cool

Good Summer Gift Ideas for Clients, Teams, and Events!

When the weather heats up, so does the calendar. Between holidays, events, school breaks, and vacations, summer creates plenty of moments worth marking—and promotional gifts are a simple way for your brand to join in the fun.

Whether you're building kits for employees, thanking clients, or showing up at summer events, thoughtful seasonal gifts have real staying power. They get used, appreciated, and seen! Choosing the right products makes them feel less like giveaways and more like tools for a better summer. The key is to think beyond the generic and focus on people's needs this time of year.

Summer Is the Perfect Time for Gifting!

Corporate gifting isn't just for the holidays—it's a year-round strategy. In fact, it's growing faster than ever. The global corporate gifting market is expected to reach $1.11 trillion by 2028, growing around 8% annually, according to Business Wire.

Summer is one of the best seasons for gifting because people are more active, outdoors more often, and need practical gear. Whether staying hydrated at a music festival, shielding their eyes on a hike, or keeping food fresh at a beach picnic, seasonal gifts get picked up, passed around, and put to use. Gifting in the summer also aligns naturally with events: employee appreciation days, company picnics, sports tournaments, volunteer outings, trade shows, and campus visits.

Best Gift Ideas for Summer 2025

These are some of our favorite ideas for summer gifts:

Beach Towels

A good beach towel always comes in handy during summer. People use them at the pool, on road trips, at outdoor concerts, or just in the backyard. They're easy to pack, easy to share, and they stick around. Some styles are thin and quick to dry, while others feel more like something you'd keep at home. Either way, a beach towel is a useful gift that doesn't feel like a throwaway. Add your logo and it'll become something people will see throughout the season.

Sunglasses

Sunglasses are a classic promotional product, and they're one of the easiest gifts to get right in the summer. They're lightweight, useful, and people tend to misplace them, so an extra pair is always welcome. You can go with fun, colorful frames for events, or choose more neutral styles for employee kits and client giveaways. There are also options with UV protection and mirrored lenses that look and feel more premium. Most people will keep a pair in the car, bag, or drawer, which means your logo stays in circulation without trying too hard.

Hats

Some gifts get worn once, but a good hat gets worn all summer. Baseball caps, dad hats, and lightweight bucket hats all work well for outdoor events, job sites, and while traveling. They're great giveaways and don't require a size chart! Embroidery or patchwork branding adds a clean, finished look. When someone throws your hat in their bag for the weekend, they take your name with them! That kind of placement is hard to beat.

Sunscreen

People don't always plan for sun protection, which is why sunscreen makes a smart addition to any summer gift kit. It's compact, easy to carry, and useful in more situations than you'd expect—commutes, lunches outside, pickup games after work. Giveaways can include mini tubes, towelettes, or kits that pair sunscreen with lip balm or after-sun care. Choose formulations with recognizable SPF ratings and clean ingredient lists. It's a gift that looks out for the person using it, and that makes a difference!

Tote Bags

Tote bags are one of the most versatile gifts you can give. People use them for groceries, beach days, weekend errands, office gear, and everything in between. During the summer, they get even more use because people are more on the go. Lightweight canvas styles are great for giveaways and events, while insulated or zippered versions add a layer of function to your gift. They offer a wide, visible space for your logo without getting in the way. Most people already have a tote or two, but they'll take another if it's well-made!

Vacuum Insulated Water Bottles

Vacuum bottles are built for everyday use, especially when the weather turns hot. They keep beverages cold for hours without leaking, sweating, or ice cubes melting, making them great for work, travel, or outdoor activities. There are simple options that keep things streamlined, or larger bottles with straws, handles, and textured finishes. A good bottle doesn't sit on a shelf; it becomes part of a routine.

Coolers

Coolers are a reliable summer gift because they serve a clear purpose. Whether it's a soft-sided lunch bag or a heavy-duty tote for a weekend trip, people use them to keep food and drinks cold when they're away from home. It could be a park day, a job site, a road trip, or just bringing lunch from home. There are compact options that fit under a desk, in a car trunk, or larger versions with padded straps or zippered compartments; both make great gifts. A well-made cooler is the kind of item people hang onto.

Barbecue Sets

Summer and grilling go hand in hand, which makes BBQ sets an easy win for seasonal gifting. They can range from compact three-piece kits to full sets with tongs, spatulas, brushes, and thermometers. They work well as employee thank-you gifts, client appreciation, or contest prizes. Most people already have a grill or know someone who does, so quality gear will find a home. It's another practical gift that fits the season.

Portable Speakers

Music is part of summer! Portable speakers make it easy to bring it along, whether it's a picnic, a beach day, or a quiet afternoon in the yard. There are small models that fit easily in a bag and larger ones with stronger sound and longer battery life. They connect by Bluetooth; many are water-resistant, making them a good fit for outdoor use. These work well as gifts because they show up in personal moments! If people don't have a portable speaker, yours will become part of their arsenal. And if you give a high-quality speaker from a renowned brand like Bose or JBL, you can replace people's current speaker with your branded one. When a product becomes part of someone's routine, it reflects well on the brand that gave it to them.

Fitness Gear

When the days are longer and warmer, people are more likely to exercise. That makes fitness gear a natural fit for summer gifting! Resistance bands, jump ropes, pedometers, and yoga mats are all compact enough for giveaways but practical enough to get real use. They work at home, in the office, or on the go, and they suit a wide range of people without needing sizes or custom options. If your goal is to promote healthy habits while keeping your brand in view, this is one of the most consistent categories.

Cooling Towels

Cooling towels are a simple solution to summer heat, which makes them a smart addition to any warm-weather gift plan. They're lightweight, reusable, and easy to use—just soak and wring to activate the cooling effect. People can use them at outdoor events, gyms, job sites, and traveling. They fold up small, so they're easy to carry or include in kits. There are a variety of colors and printing options, and most styles come in pouches or tubes that help with presentation. It's the kind of item people are glad to have when they need it, and that's what makes it worth giving.

Summer Gift Bag Ideas

Summer gift kits are a practical way to deliver something seasonal without complicating the process. A few simple items grouped around a clear theme often feel more thoughtful than a single giveaway. Unique gift baskets work well for employee thank-yous, client appreciation, and event gifting because they're easy to scale and easy to use. Here are some of our favorite summer gift basket ideas:

Beach Day Gift Kit

For warm-weather gifts with broad appeal, beach-themed kits are an easy place to start. You might include a soft beach towel, a pair of sunglasses, and a lightweight or sand-resistant tote. A waterproof phone pouch is useful for beach and pool days, and a travel-size sunscreen is a great way to round things out. These items all work well on their own, but grouped together they feel more complete! Keep it light, packable, and you're good to go.

Grill and Chill Gift Basket

Grilling sets work well for summer because they tap into something familiar. You can build a simple gift around a few basics—tongs, a spatula, or a mitt—or add extras like an apron, spice blends, and a sturdy bottle opener. If you're going for something a little more polished, look for a set that comes in a carrying case or box! This type of gift feels seasonal and doesn't have to be tied to a specific event. It works across age groups, job types, and regions. Not everyone grills often, but most people know someone who does!

Stay Cool Set

This gift bag is meant to help with heat, perfect for climates near the equator with intense summer sun. An insulated bottle is a good place to start! Pair it with a cooling towel, a portable fan, or a packable hat. You could also add electrolyte drink mixes or a misting bottle, depending on how active your group tends to be. It's easy to keep this one simple and still useful. People may not expect a gift like this, but they'll be glad to have it when the heat kicks in!

How Logotech Can Help

Logotech makes it easy to find the right products for summer. We carry thousands of options—from insulated drinkware and cooling towels to sunglasses, totes, and travel accessories. If you need help pulling ideas together, our team can recommend products or help you build custom gift sets that feel thoughtful and useful!

The Right Gift at the Right Time

Summer gifting isn't complicated. The right combination of items can offer something useful, timely, and easy to enjoy. Whether you're planning a small thank-you or a larger seasonal campaign, summer gift ideas like these make it simple to show up with something that fits. They're easy to scale, easy to personalize, and built for how people spend their summertime!