Birmingham Parent July 2026

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Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary all month long with these festive party essentials. From star-spangled outfit inspo to a cooler for your drinks, we’re loving all the easy ways to add a little patriotic flair to your July gatherings without overthinking it. We hope you have fun celebrating all summer!

STAR- SPANGLED STYLE

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC AIR ROCKET LAUNCHERS 1 2

BUNNY & CLYDE’S WOMEN’S CHARLOTTE DRESS

ZUBII BASIC SUN HAT

TITAN 60 CAN WHEELED COOLER

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NATPAK OUTDOOR ADVENTURE KIT

Allow imaginations to soar with this safe, STEM- friendly kid-powered rocket light show! Just stomp on the extra-large foot pump and these light-up, air-powered rocket launchers will fly up to 100 feet high! Each of the three foam-tipped rockets has LED lights that can be turned on and off, and it’s easy enough that kids as young as four can do it themselves. $24.99, amazon.com

Whether you match your mini me or you’re wanting a festive dress you can wear all year long, this maxi dress is the perfect go-to. It has a darling cherry eyelet design, and it’s made of 100 percent cotton, so it’s breathable—not to mention comfy. Plus, it has adjustable tie straps and side pockets.

Keep your drinks cold on the go with this Titan cooler by Arctic Zone®, featuring Deep Freeze™ insulation and triple-layer ColdBlock™ to keep ice up to three days. Designed for convenience, it’s water- and stain-repellent with an expandable wide base, oversized wheels, and a sturdy handle that holds up to 100 lbs. Collapses for compact storage. $89.99,arcticzone.com

This lightweight sun hat keeps little ones cool while offering reliable UV protection. The breathable fabric and wide brim provide comfortable, all-day coverage for the face and neck. Not to mention the festive American colors—making it perfect for backyard play at summer parties all summer long!

Outsmart mosquitos and sunburns all summer long with these four types of non-toxic patches that use all natural ingredients like essential oils to protect you for up to 12 hours: BuzzPatches for adults and kids, MagicPatches to prevent itching from bug bites, and SunnyPatches that change color when it’s time to reapply sunscreen! Plus, you can wear them

on your clothes. $45, natpat.com

$178, bunnyandclyde.com

$27.98, zubiikids.com

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