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Walmart Has Everything You Need to Transition Your Backyard From Day to Night

Turn your outdoor oasis into the place to be, no matter the time. 

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Whether it's gardening, setting up a slip-and-slide, or relaxing in the shade with a cold glass of iced tea, your backyard likely gets a lot of use during summer days. If you tend to head indoors after the sun sets, you might be missing out on some of the best experiences the space has to offer.

With the right lighting, furniture, and accessories, you can turn your under-the-sky oasis into an area that's ready for dinner parties, outdoor movie nights, evening lawn-game tournaments, and stargazing. It's easy once you remember all of the amazing finds Walmart has to offer. Consider it the unofficial retailer of open-air summer memories, and prepare to discover everything you need at fantastic prices.

Here are our favorite finds to help you maximize your family's outdoor time.

A pergola that features a retractable canopy shade is perfect for relaxing under a shady spot during the day. You may appreciate it even more when you can unfurl the curtains once the pesky insects descend.

Lawn games are fun at any time of day, and supersized versions really bring out the sillies. This find updates classic Yahtzee with five giant foam dice and a reusable dry-erase scoreboard to track who's in the lead.

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There's truly no wrong way to use these lights, which feel magical while also providing a bit of illumination for carrying on the fun. Drape these on a fence or create a criss-cross arrangement for a faux ceiling of sorts.

Music just feels different coming from a record player (even one that has the option to connect wirelessly to speakers). Host a record-listening night and prepare to while away the hours. Note: Place this on a table near an outlet as it does need to be plugged in.

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The sun can zap the life from your outdoor cushions. Update your porch seating with patterns that evoke the carefree feeling of the season.

With a 360-degree directional soundspeaker, this option reaches people no matter where they are in the yard. The water-resistant casing will also come in handy should one of those mid-summer rainstorms pop up unexpectedly.

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This stylish, grown-up version of the kiddie pool is made with durable materials that will handle adults and kids alike. It's a playful way to take an evening dip on super-hot nights.

Scattering lamps around the room is easy indoors but requires a little more thought when you're setting up your outdoor space. Avoid hunting for outlets—and stressing over hiding cords—by opting for rechargeable options that use LED lights for a glow that works for illuminating the dinner table, reading after dark, playing card games, and more.

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Give your cell phone camera the night off—it's so much fun to point and shoot the old-fashioned way. A flash ensures you can capture the special times even when it's just starlight. Collect photos throughout the season and make an album when Labor Day rolls around.

During the day, these comfortable loungers with UV-treated, puncture-resistant fabric make floating in the pool feel like being on vacation. At night, their durable design allows them to be brought onto the lawn for relaxed stargazing or an outdoor movie night.

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Whether to cool off on a hot day or as a late-night treat, homemade ice cream can absolutely make the party. This appliance can also churn out sorbet, milkshakes, and more with ease.

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