Heading to happy hour in the caravan park? There’s nothing like sundowners with old mates and new friends when you’re travelling. And the best accessories make it easy to host your happy hour drinks, even in the most remote camping spots.
Furniture, tables, drinkware and, of course, drinks – there are lots of essential products you need to happy hour like a pro.
Here, we share the essential products you need for happy hour plus some cocktail recipes you’ll want to taste.
Camping Icebox
Keep your drinks icy cold with an icebox. Iceboxes have been the happy hour essential since the ‘50s!
So what’s the best icebox for your happy hour? The one that keeps your ice and drinks cold for longer, of course!
Check out the Dometic CI-15, an insulated icebox that will keep ice frozen for days! Best of all, the tough construction means you can take your happy hour off the beaten track. It even has a handy in-built bottle opener and cup holder.
Or go for the original icebox by Evakool. Their classic fibreglass iceboxes are specifically designed to withstand Australia’s harsh conditions. Plus, the legendary insulation means they can store ice for up to 15 days in the right conditions.
If you’re after an icebox with all the trimmings, the Dometic Cool-Ice Icebox has baskets, dividers, somewhere to hold your drink and the option for a seat cushion.
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Camping Chair
You need to be comfy while you’re sipping your favourite drink. So, make sure you have comfortable camping chairs. You might even want a couple of spares for your guests!
You won’t need much room in your vehicle to bring along the Front Runner Expander Chair. Designed with a new space-saving patent pending technology, the full-sized chair will compact to 1/16th its size – that’s the size of a laptop case!
We also offer a wide range of camping furniture bundles that include tables, chairs and storage bags —making it even easier to set up the perfect spot for your sundowners at that lookout everyone’s talking about.
Camping Table
With drinks, bottles, ice, and some delicious snacks, you’ll need a camping table. But not just any camping table, you need one that will stay sturdy so your drinks are compromised on uneven ground!
That’s why we love the Dometic Zero Concrete Table and larger Dometic Element camping table. The legs can be easily adjusted to suit the ground levels and it’s ultra-lightweight with an aluminium frame that can hold weight up to 30kg (that’s a lot of cocktails!).
Enjoying happy hour at ground level? We’ve all experienced the frustration of trying to find level ground on a picnic blanket to place your glass! That’s why we love the super cute picnic table by Blackwolf – it means your cheese platter will be safe from the ants too.
Cocktail Glasses
Take your campsite happy hour to the next level with unbreakable drinkware that’s as stylish as it is practical. Whether you’re sipping martinis, margaritas, wine, champagne, or beer, D-Still has a range of premium unbreakable glassware to suit every drink. Choose from cocktail kits, wine and champagne sets, beer mugs, whisky tumblers, and more—each designed to look and feel like real glass without the risk of breaking. Hosting a crowd? Go all-out with complete drinkware bundles including jugs, decanters, and even a Pro Cocktail Barware Kit so you can shake and stir like a pro.
Music Speakers
Drinks and food are ready, now what about some tunes to set the mood? The EcoXGear EcoXplorer Orange 50W Party Speaker is big on sound, so you can pump up the music (while being nice to the neighbours of course!).
The speaker is compatible with both Apple Siri and Android Google and has 30+ hours of playtime, so your tunes will last longer than the cocktails! Best of all, its rugged design means it’s waterproof and submersible. Plus it floats!
Camping Lighting
When the sun goes down, you need light to help you pour your drinks! Not to mention to get back to your van safely when it’s time to hit the hay. LED camping lights will do the trick.
Explore Planet Earth 450 LED rechargeable camping lantern is a fantastic rechargeable camping lantern with up to 75 hours run time.
For something brighter, check out the CAOS Tactical LED Torch. It comes with five selectable modes including high, mid, low, strobe and SOS, but you can drop it, drive over it, or hose it, and it will still perform like new! Or the PWR Explorer, a powerful 2000L flashlight with six light modes - perfect for anyone needing an ultra-powerful light on-the-go.
Firepit
Stoke the fire, pour a drink, and relax. Is there any better way to relax after a day adventuring? A fire pit makes it easy to enjoy fireside drinks.
The Grillz Portable Fire Pit BBQ means you can set up a fire and even load on some food when you get hungry! Best of all, it folds flat for easy storage and transportation, and comes with a handy carry bag, so you can set it up almost anywhere.
Projector
Keep the kids entertained while you’re at happy hour! Set up a portable projector, choose a movie (the longer the better) and let the fun begin.
The BenQ camping projectors are designed specifically for the outdoors - they’re compact, light, come with rechargeable batteries and double as Bluetooth speakers.
Caravan or 4WD Awning
Don’t let a little rain ruin your happy hour! An awning will make sure you can enjoy drinks with friends no matter the weather.
Caravan Cocktail Recipes
So you're now set with all the accessories you need for happy hour, the only thing left is what you're going to drink!
We have partnered with Marni from the popular Instagram account marnidrinks to bring you seven delicious cocktail recipes you need to try at the next happy hour get together! Click here to see our dedicated "Cocktails For Camping & Caravanning" blog - you won't be disappointed (just checkout the preview below!)
Happy hour in the caravan park is one of the best parts of life on the road – and with the right gear, you can make it unforgettable. From comfy chairs and sturdy tables to unbreakable cocktail glasses, iceboxes, speakers, lighting, and even a fire pit or projector for movie nights, we’ve got everything you need to turn your campsite into the ultimate happy hour hangout. Whether you're toasting with new friends, mixing up cocktails, or keeping the kids entertained, these must-have accessories will make sure the good times keep rolling.
And don’t forget to break the ice with a few classic camping jokes!
“Knock, knock!”
“Who’s there?”
“RV.”
“RV who?”
“RV there yet?”
Or this one:
“I went to buy a camouflage tent the other day… I couldn’t find any!”
Cheers to good times, great company, and even better cocktails.
DISCLAIMER* Please note, this advice is general in nature and we strongly recommend consulting the product manual and where relevant, a professional installer.
