What’s more American than a 4th of July BBQ? Fireworks, family, friends—and of course, smoky, juicy grilled food.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or heading to the lake with your grill, here’s your ultimate checklist of everything you need for a fun, stress-free, and flavor-packed Independence Day.

🔥 BBQ Tools & Gear

• Grill: Charcoal or gas—whichever you prefer. Need something portable? Try our onlyfire Portable Gas Grill.
• Griddle pan: Perfect for smashburgers & veggies (Cast Iron Griddle 13”)
• Rotisserie kit: Slow-roast like a pro (Universal Rotisserie Kit)
• BBQ tongs, spatula, and fork
• Meat thermometer
• BBQ gloves
• Fuel: Charcoal or propane, plus fire starters

🍔 Crowd-Pleasing Food Ideas

🍖 Main Proteins

• Burgers (brioche buns, cheese, pickles!)
• Hot dogs and sausages
• Chicken wings or drumsticks
• Ribeye or NY strip steaks
• Veggie skewers (for plant-based guests)

🌽 Sides

• Grilled corn on the cob
• Coleslaw
• Potato salad
• Baked beans
• Watermelon slices

🍻 Drinks

• Cold beer
• Lemonade / iced tea
• Sparkling water or soda

🎇 Desserts

• S’mores (bring the marshmallow sticks!)
• Red, white & blue cupcakes
• Ice cream or popsicles

🎉 Extras That Elevate Your Party

• Cooler with ice
• Patriotic decorations & mini flags
• Bluetooth speaker for music
• Picnic blankets or lawn chairs
• Sunscreen & bug spray

Bonus tip: Bring extra napkins and trash bags. You’ll thank yourself later.

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🎆 Celebrate With Flavor

This Independence Day, don’t just grill—grill with confidence.
Whether you’re flipping burgers or slow-smoking ribs, onlyfire is here to bring the heat.