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1. A lightweight waterproof outdoor picnic blanket for when cold park benches and damp grass simply aren't cutting it for your booty, which knows that it deserves better.
Promising review: "Bought two of these these for our daughter's fall high school soccer season. We live in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, where you never know what the weather is going to be like. I was tired of being wet and freezing to death, so had to come up with a solution. I had looked at pop up shelters, but those were a pain to collapse and had to be taken indoors to dry. These were it!! They truly are waterproof and kept us warm and dry for the playoffs. Wonderful size, was able to wrap mine completely around me and sit in it. Convenient to carry and store, as it rolls up into a small ball that is held in place by the elastic strap. If you are needing something to keep you warm, besides alcohol in your hot chocolate... THIS IS IT!" —Jerri
Get it from Amazon for $41.99 (available in three colors).
2. A water-resistant, three-layer outdoor picnic blanket that's super thick and soft, meaning you won't be feeling any sharp rocks digging into your legs on your next romantic outdoor afternoon.
Promising review: "I just love this picnic blanket! I hesitated buying it because I thought it would be a pain to use the buckles every time. I am pleasantly surprised that I can just leave them buckled and just slide the straps on and off, no need to fuss with the actual buckle! Perfect size for my family of five. Quality product and adorable! Very happy with this purchase!" —MAH
Get it from Amazon for $26.95+ (available in three designs).
3. A cult-fave Rumpl outdoor blanket constructed with a 100% recycled insulation reviewers say is truly weatherproof — made for the outdoor enthusiast who's always down for a spontaneous stargazing sesh. Plus, it comes in a bunch of incredible designs, including this literal Bob Ross collab that I want so, so, so, badly.
BuzzFeeder Rachel Dunkel owns one of these and can't say enough nice things about it — read her full review (complete with mud test) here!
Promising review: "This is the blanket to always keep in the car for when you are at a soccer game, in need of a picnic blanket, or when plans just change and you stay a little longer in the outdoors than originally planned. I couldn't help myself and had to buy these as Christmas presents for my family." —Brian F.
"Hands down the best outdoor blanket. This is my second blanket I purchased from Rumpl, my first purchase was back in 2015 and that blanket is still going strong. I decided to purchase a new one since I’m love with the new color patterns (my old one is the plain gray) these blankets are highly durable, waterproof, and warm. Great for camping or just a park picnic!" —Edlin R.
Get it from Rumpl for $99 (available in over 36 designs and three sizes).
4. A waterproof picnic blanket with a carrying strap because, and I sure can't prove this, but eating off a this red-and-white checkered classic feels like it would make food taste better.
Promising review: "This blanket is awesome! Perfect for the beach, the park, anywhere you wish to sit without being directly on the ground. The fleece is super, super soft and I love the bottom waterproof liner. The blanket is a lot larger than I had imagined which is a definite plus. The material is very soft and the bottom has a thin but nice padding. The blanket also folds back easily and has a convenient carrying handle." —Almeida
Get it from Amazon for $15.19.
5. A waterproof outdoor picnic blanket you can simply throw in the washing machine when you're done with your al fresco feast, and, if you think it couldn't get any more convenient, it has hand AND shoulder straps for easiest and instant transport.
Promising review: "Love this blanket! We have used it for a picnic and for an outdoor movie night. It kept us dry, whereas regular blankets end up feeling damp by the end of the night from the condensation on the grass. It is easy to roll back up and the shoulder strap on the carrying sack comes in handy when your arms are full of picnic baskets, etc." —Kara F.
Get it from Amazon for $30 (available in three colors).
6. An absolutely freaking ginormous (scientific term) outdoor picnic blanket made of bonded leather and suede you'll want to buy if you're already planning for some legendary group hangs this summer and need the extra space.
Gathre is a Provo-based small biz started by two moms who wanted to make intentional goods that create space for families. They offer vegan leather mats for all kinds of uses, as well as kids' toys!
Promising review: "I am obsessed with my mat and I use it all the time! I use it at the beach, for picnics, firework shows, and anything outside that I want a nice big space to sit! All of my friends rely on me to bring the mat with us to any outing because it is the best! The size makes it great for lots of people or just myself to have lots of space. It is super easy to clean by just brushing it off and the occasional wipe down with a rag and little water does the trick! I could not love this mat more!" —Jillian
Get it from Gathre for $149 (available in nine solid colors and five prints, and in a round shape as well).
7. A waterproof foldable outdoor picnic blanket that would make even Yogi Bear jealous, since you'll be able to enjoy impeccable pic-a-nics anytime, anywhere.
Promising review: "I purchased this to take on a beach vacation. It is a great buy and really great quality. It is waterproof, it was easy to clean and took up very little space in our car. It is comfortable and worked perfectly for our three children and and adults. Love it and would purchase it again." —Gayle Brown
Get it from Amazon for $18.98+ (available in three sizes and three designs).
8. An outdoor picnic blanket that's a must-have if you prefer to spend as much time in the great outdoors as possible. With this mat, you can positively maximize your quality time with Mother Nature by never having to have a meal indoors.
Promising review: "We bought this blanket specifically for use at festivals. It is an absolute must have for every music festival moving forward! The underside is sturdy and water resistant (it wasn't raining, so not sure how it would hold up under soaking conditions) while the top is soft fabric. We fit six people on it crisscross applesauce. Perfect to lay on the grass and sit on if you want to avoid getting dirty, and perfectly compact to fit in a small backpack. An absolute MUST for a regular group festival goer!" —BlizzNizz
Get it from REI for $41.93+ (available in three designs).
9. A pocket outdoor picnic blanket that does exactly what it says and folds into the size of a tiny keychain (!!!). On top of all that, it has built-in ground stakes so you can post up at a picnic party and not worry about your spot blowing away.
Promising review: "I've had the mini pocket blanket for almost five years. It's so tiny that I just keep it in my purse all the time. Whenever we find a spot outdoors where we want to sit, it's there to protect my clothes and is big enough to share with one other person. My friends have all been fans! The quality of material is excellent. I have sat on concrete and old logs and there is not even a tiny tear in it after all these years. It's a great investment." —Eunice Ko
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes).
10. An L.L.Bean outdoor picnic blanket featuring a soft cushioned surface and a quick-fold design, in addition to being weighted down so your meticulously laid-out charcuterie board won't be sabotaged by the wind.
Promising review: "We bought this before a family trip to the Outer Banks and we're glad we did. It's weighted enough to keep it down on windy days, even Outer Banks windy days, but not so weighted that it was a chore to get it over the dunes. It's easy to fold and to carry. The only issue we had was the velcro tends to trap sand, but as a beach blanket, it was going to get sandy anyway." —FanofBirds23
Get it from L.L.Bean for $59.
11. A waterproof pocket picnic blanket so convenient it feels like it should be illegal... like, you can keep this in your backpack (or PURSE) all the time and sit down on the ground WHENEVER you feel like it. Preposterous!
It also comes with four stakes and a clip-on carabiner!
Promising review: "I live in the city so having a stocked backpack is key. Love that this is so small and lightweight — now I always have something I can pull out for unexpected stops in a park. Brought it traveling this week and loved it for the beach — I only unfolded as large as I needed it, sand shook off easily and folded easily. I even used part of it to block the cool breeze and at another time to block the sun. Basically, I'm using it as a blanket and a tent :) Highly recommend so you're never caught without something to protect from sand, bugs, etc." —EMLorenzo
Get it from Amazon for $18.90 (available in seven colors).
12. A waterproof fleece picnic blanket scientifically engineered for you to have an optimal picnic experience: one side is cozy polar fleece, one side is double-layered, weather-resistant polyester, and it even has a hidden pocket for any extra snacks. Or your wallet, or something.
Promising review: "We have had many blankets over the years but this is by far the best design and feels strong, and is also soft and cozy on the inside, I have always wanted a safe place for the keys and phone, this blanket has a zipped pocket that is great! We thought we would test how waterproof it is ourselves. I got the hose out with one of my kids hiding under the blanket and sprayed the hose on full all over the blanket for five minutes. He came out completely dry, that's waterproof enough for our needs. 100% happy." —Steve
Get it from Amazon for $41.99+ (available in four colors).
13. A polyester picnic blanket you may as well buy and throw in the trunk of your car now, since it's as cheap as a Chipotle bowl and will provide you with more happiness in the long run.
Promising review: "Small and fits back in the bag. Easy to use at the beach. We just put sand in the corner pockets to keep it down. Great for parades. It can get wet and it is compact for carrying. Good to put under sleeping bags as another layer to keep the moisture off." —jdee
Get it from Walmart for $9.46.
14. A rollable graphic print outdoor picnic blanket serving not only as a super functional piece of equipment, but a fashion statement you can bring with you to your park hang, akin to a fun hat or funky piece of jewelry.
Promising review: "Love this picnic blanket, the bottom of it is this water resistant material. One thing I wish I knew it is a tad difficult to clean and I wouldn’t recommend using at a sandy beach. Perfect for picnics in the park." —Lexleonard
Get it from Food52 for $100 (available in four designs).
15. A sand-proof beach picnic blanket reviewers are saying no trip to la playa is complete without, since sand rolls right off this guy, it won't get wet or damaged, and even repels UV rays!
It comes with six metal stakes!
Promising review: "There is not enough space in a review to describe how much I love this thing. I keep it in the car and use it every single week! I bought it for the beach and it totally eliminates so much space hogging. It packs up small enough you can put it in a purse! Dropped food and drinks on it, washed right out! I couldn’t even relax on the beach because so many people kept coming up asking where I got this! I used it under a huge inflated couch lounger right on the sand and it totally protected the raft! We also used it as a shade between umbrellas! It has more use than just laying on the ground! Would love to see more color options like maybe some solid bright colors and additional stakes since they are EASILY lost in the sand. Buy it, you will not regret!" —Joe mama
Get it from Amazon for $29.98 (available in four sizes and six colors).
16. A serape outdoor picnic blanket handwoven by artisans, so you can be rest assured it will withstand many an outdoor romp, and not rip and fray after just a few uses.
Promising review: "My favorite blanket to keep in my car. Whether I want to throw it in our foldable wagon to keep my girls warm or lay it down in the grass for a picnic, I love always having it in my car and using it on the go. It’s durable and very well made. It’s so versatile and isn’t delicate enough to be ruined for so many future uses. It can be used for almost anything. It also washes and dries perfect. Holds its shape and quality. It’s exactly what I was looking for!" —Miranda Santos
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 11 designs).
17. A machine-washable outdoor picnic blanket you'll start bringing with you everywhere, juuuust in case... because you never know. You don't choose the picnic life, the picnic life chooses you.
18. A faux wool picnic blanket fashioned with a quality faux leather carrying strap, because you deserve to have nothing short of a luxury experience when you decide to dine in the great outdoors.
Komorebi Collection is an Etsy shop and a family-owned small biz that offers high-quality home products that help you chill out and relax.
Promising review: "This arrived in no time at all and is exactly what I wanted. Not only is the blanket softer than I thought it would be (it's the kind of soft that you rub all over your face with), but the back is beautifully lined to keep it from getting too dirty. It's a beautiful blanket with gorgeous straps and I'm excited for all of the summer picnics." —Gardenia Rose
Get it from Komorebi Collection on Etsy for $49.99.
19. A personalizable polar fleece outdoor blanket your family will fall in love with, since it can be imbued with fond memories of spending quality time together.
Embroidery Mark is an Etsy shop and Roseville, California-based small biz that offers personalized, embroidered apparel.
Promising review: "Perfect order! Came fast and very comfortable! Love my name on it too! ❤️" —alexandra hernandez
Get it from Embroidery Mark on Etsy for $34.85 (available in two patterns).
20. A machine-washable water-resistant polyester canvas picnic blanket destined to become as vital to your summer go-bag as sunscreen, a water bottle, and an adventurous twinkle in your eye.
Promising review: "Very cute design and color! This will be a great addition to our summer must haves for outside. Light weight and durable. VERY easy to fold back up and has a good carrying strap. Versatile too, we will use it for parks and for the beach." —Brendan
Get it from Wayfair for $28.99+ (available in four designs).
21. A woven outdoor mat you can bring to the beach on even the windiest of ways and still enjoy both a wind-free and sand-free lunch, all because of the magic of science.
Promising review: "Works as described. Sand easily dropped through from above but did not come up from below. Unaffected by wind that was collapsing umbrellas and launching canopies. So impressed that we purchased another CGear Sand-Free Mat. Great product!" —jodocola
Get it from REI for $47.93+ (available in three sizes and four colors).
Blankets so good they would make you stop and enjoy a pleasant picnic with even your mortal enemy:
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