Summer is the perfect excuse to host company summer outings and rejuvenate the teams. But while you’re trying to wrangle a New York City venue, caterer, and DJ entertainment, don’t forget about the office party swag. Make your company’s summer outing one for the books with branded promotional items, door prizes, and giveaways your employees will love. Check out all the cool merch you can bring this year and get inspired to create your own memorable take-home party swag.
Pick Your Office Party Swag Wisely
Be smart about what types of party swag items you choose. You’ll want to be sure anything you give away has a long shelf life in the hands of your staff. So, as an example, maybe steer clear of branded chocolate that will disappear quickly and instead stick with the handy, eco-friendly tote that will get used for months to come.
Also, be mindful to avoid trendy gadgets that don’t work well or come off as “cheap” feeling. Be sure to see a sample of anything you choose before mass production begins. And read the product reviews if you’re venturing into cool tech territory.
The best swag is usually long-lasting, will be used often, stands out amongst other swag competition, and is seasonally appropriate. But keep your office party or summer outing themes in mind, too, choosing great swag that plays right into your event’s vibes.
6 Summer Vacation Essentials
Summer vacations are often the largest vacations people plan throughout the year. So, travel essentials are always welcomed gifts. If you have some avid vacationers on staff, consider these travel-related swag to brand and dole out at your upcoming office party:
- Branded luggage tags
- Neck pillows
- Branded water bottles
- Travel bags or totes
- Backpacks
- Toiletry bags
5 Beach-ing Outdoor Items
Take cues from summer when choosing your office party swag items and giveaways. These types of take-home products will surely get their use between May and August. Here are just a few ideas that exude summer and can be turned into a lovely little marketing opportunity:
- Branded SPF 30 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Ball caps and embroidered sun hats
- Company beach towels
- Branded beach chairs
5 Summer Fun And Entertainment Products
Concerts, picnics, movies in the park, and outdoor activities all thrive during the warm months of the year. If you want to splurge a little on specific-use items, consider these:
- Branded golf towels and accessories
- Company frisbees or flyers
- Color-changing stadium cups
- Coasters or drink insulators
- Beach balls
7 Healthy and Happy Branded Swag
Another way your company can demonstrate its commitment to employees is through health and wellness products. Bring some summer outing swag that makes it easier to stay hydrated, keep active, and find shade. Consider a few of these more niche items to add into the next NYC office party swag bag:
- Sun umbrellas with company logo
- Branded, reusable ice packs
- Branded or fun back scratchers
- Branded hand sanitizers
- Water-activated cooling towels
- Personal fan misters
- UV protective lip balm
10 Office Fun and Games Giveaways
Some novelty swag items are hilarious and endearing enough to earn a spot front and center on an office desk. These can range from funny to practical:
- Digital desk frames
- Novelty pen holders
- Change banks
- Liquid motion color boxes
- Zippered storage pouches
- USB desk caddy
- Magnetic sand hourglass
- Zen gardens
- Novelty memo holders
- Branded chip clips
Let EMRG Media Plan Your NYC Summer Outing
If you need more ideas for your company’s upcoming summer outings and office parties, trust EMRG Media! We’ve been curating incredibly fun and engaging office parties, corporate events, and team-building seasonal gatherings for decades. And we can help you finalize every detail – including the best office party swag.
Contact our team in NYC, and let’s start planning an over-the-top summer outing your employees will be talking about for YEARS!
