13 Best 4th of July Decorations for a Star-Spangled Holiday

To make entertaining easy but elevated, try these BPA-free melamine dinner plates. They’re shatter-proof but prettier than paper plates, and are safe to put in the dishwasher, too. This set of four is on sale right now, so snag a few and invite more people to the next barbecue.

The safest and most foolproof fireworks you can buy? These fun metal decorations made to look like a bundle of fireworks. Now you can leave the explosions to the experts and put these around your dining table instead.

This set of buffalo plaid placemats are another subtle nod to the 4th of July. In fact, think of how great they’d be paired with those melamine flag plates! You can also place a few of these around the table for a little pop of summer, even during post-holiday weeknight dinners.

If you’re hoping the party will go well into the evening hours, these string lights are a must-have. The red, white, and blue stars can be hung around a patio to add an extra festive touch to your backyard—and each set is 16 feet with 50 stars, so they’ll cover a lot of ground. Best of all, they come with a remote that you can use to set timers.

These red, white, and blue stars are a whopping 16.5-inches, so they’ll make a big impact on a fence or door. Or, buy a few of them and place them around your yard for a rustic look.

These beautiful napkin rings will steal the show. Not only are they beaded to look like little fireworks, they’re handmade from sturdy materials like nickel and stainless steel. The set of four rings are well worth the extra dollars, since people won’t forget them and they’ll become a staple at all your summer parties in the future.

If you’ve got little ones or if “minimalist” isn’t even in your vocabulary, then go for these fun and festive 4th of July decorations. Included are 26 pieces: hanging swirls, pom poms, streamers, and a big USA banner. It’s perfect for decorating both indoors and outdoors and will be great for those who want to make a statement.

If you’re more partial to rustic decor or you just love the look of wooden wreaths, this one will add patriotic curb appeal. It features an American flag and welcome greeting, plus it’s wear- and corrosion-resistant, too.

To add to the ambience without open flames, consider these LED candles. They’re controlled by a remote and the flickering white bulbs easily replicate a real fire. The set of three is lovely bundled together or placed throughout the home.

This set of five beautifully painted stars would look great on a mantel, in the center of your outdoor furniture, or dotted throughout a party. They’re rustic Americana decor pieces you’ll keep around all summer—and perhaps even beyond that, too.

When your guests need a break from the sun, they can take a rest on this chic flag pillow. It strikes the best balance of holiday-themed and stylish.

What is the 4th of July without dessert? Pay homage to the holiday’s favorite treat with a sweet banner that you can keep up all summer long.

This beautifully crafted 18-inch wreath looks like a star that has carefully arranged fresh flowers on it… but those roses are actually wood! Which means you’ll be able to pull this out year after year. It’s a great way to greet your guests before they even step through the door.