8 Best Summer Items To Buy at Walmart Before They Sell Out

Summer might still be a few weeks from officially kicking off, but Walmart is already welcoming the season with hot, hot, hot deals. A Walmart representative shared with GOBankingRates top curated picks with the added bonus that many items are on sale. This means you, and your wallet, save even more money on summer essentials.

Don’t wait because these items are starting to sell out. From swimwear to coolers and beverage dispensers, shop for these eight summer items at Walmart. 

• Price: $284

Among the many grill recommendations to buy at Walmart this summer, the Blackstone propane griddle deserved a spot on this list. 

This griddle comes with everything you need to cook all of your favorite grilled foods. Included are an Omnivore griddle plate for quick heating, an X-braced hood to protect the griddle top, side shelves for additional meal prep room and locking caster wheels for ease in transportation. 

• Price: $39.84

At the time of writing this piece, more than 500 Walmart shoppers had purchased the Coleman wheeled cooler online since May 20. 

This cooler is designed to hold up to 50 cans and 27 pounds of ice while fully insulating for up to four days. Each cooler rolls on 6-inch wheels and features a lid with cup holders and a drain molded in to avoid spilling or sloshing drinks.

• Price: $4.86

If any one item sells out the fastest on this list, it will likely be the Play Day beach basket set. Since May 21, more than 500 shoppers have purchased it online.

For just under $5, shoppers receive 10 pieces — including a bucket, shovel, toy boat, sifting tool and much more — that allow for hours of imaginative play. Pack it for visits to the beach or the sandbox to mold sand castles, starfish and many more creative designs.

• Price: $16

Now’s a good chance to stock up on men’s swim trunks. These twill swim trunks from Free Assembly are available in 12 festive prints and in a wide range of men’s sizes from small up to XXXL.

• Price: $19

Several clothing sizes for Modern Moments by Gerber’s short set are selling out fast, so don’t wait to shop for your kiddo’s preferred fit. 

Each set includes a rashguard made from UPF 50+ fabric and a pair of shorts made with quick-drying material. Choose from two cute designs — navy gingham or ivory starfish — in toddler boy sizes 12 months up to 5T while supplies last.

• Price: $6.98

Dress her up for a day at the beach or the pool in a girls’ bow bikini swimsuit set from Wonder Nation. This affordable two-piece set is made with UPF50+ and comes in your choice of black, blue or coral patterns. Shop girls’ sizes XS (4/5) up to XL (14/16) while they’re still in stock.

• Price: $9.96

If you think this beverage dispenser might be considered an impulse buy, think again. 

Each dispenser holds up to two gallons worth of beverages while keeping the overall price under $10. Five-star reviews from shoppers raved about the attractive design, ease in use and lack of leaks from the spigot. Add one to your shopping cart if you’re hosting a party or cookout this summer.

• Price: $29.94

Beat the heat of a hot summer’s day (and night) with a scallop patio umbrella from Better Homes & Gardens. Simply push the umbrella upward to open and keep it open thanks to six steel ribs providing canopy support. 

A five-star review from a customer named Kelli said: “I saw this umbrella online and ordered it for store pickup. It looked as great in person as it did online. I especially liked the fringed edge; it jazzes it up a bit. It completely covers my round patio table, and it was easy to put together and install on the table. Highly recommend.”

Editor’s note: Prices and availability are accurate as of June 1, 2025, and are subject to change.