15 Beach Promotional Items for Your Brand

The summer season calls for fun beachside activities, which gives brands a unique opportunity to increase their brand visibility through beach events or giving beach bag gift baskets to clients or employees. At The Promo Group, we’ve put together a list of the 15 best beach promotional products perfect for using at your next marketing event on the beach, or to be included in a beach goodie bag.

From corporate branded beach umbrellas to custom beach towels with your company logo, these promotional beach items are practical and fun gifts for any beachgoer, as well as a strategic tool to build awareness for brands. Not only will these branded beach items create positive associations with your brand, but they are also reusable, which means long-term engagement, visibility, and additional word-of-mouth marketing.

Here are our top 15 beach promo items and beach bag gift ideas:

1. Beach Towels

A towel is essential for the beach and can be used repeatedly for many more beach days to come. Because of their size, they provide a large space for displaying your company’s logo or message. Not only do branded beach towels serve a functional purpose but they’re also able to help associate your brand with leisure, comfort, and quality, making them a memorable and appreciated beach giveaway idea.

2. Sunglasses

Combining style and practicality, company branded sunglasses are amazing beach promotional items. Whether you give away promotional sunglasses as beach swag at a marketing event or include it in a beach-themed gift basket for clients or employees, they create continuous brand presence. Offering not only eye care, but it’s also a stylish accessory that garners attention and reinforces the brand’s image.

3. Beach Umbrellas

Beach umbrellas are highly effective for brand promotion because of their dual functionality. Offering sun protection and comfort, an umbrella is a valuable item to have for anyone on the beach. It also has ample space to showcase your brand and logo, ensuring that it gets noticed by everyone close enough to see it.

4. Hats and Caps

Hats and caps are stylish and functional accessories, especially at the beach. Corporate branded hats and caps are the quintessential form of beach swag and popular beach promotional products for many businesses. Whether you prefer sporty caps, trendy bucket hats or more relaxed straw hats for your brand’s beach event, The Promo Group can customise any item of your choosing with your company logo and branding.

5. Beach Bags

Corporate branded beach bags are one of the ultimate promotional giveaways for marketing initiatives. The versatility of these bags makes them a constant companion for beachgoers, creating brand awareness as people carry them to the beach and beyond. Whether you want to gift the bag by itself or use it as a bag to hold other smaller beach-themed promotional items, it will be sure to make a lasting impression.

6. Sunblock

If you’re wondering what to put in a beach bag gift for those attending your beach event, custom branded sunblock is an excellent idea. Including sunblock in beach goodie bags shows that your brand cares about protecting recipients against harmful UV rays, and it allows for prolonged brand exposure as people will most likely use your branded product multiple times.

7. Lip Balm

Lip balm is a another small, yet essential item, making it a thoughtful beach gift basket idea for adults and children. It offers protection from the sun, wind, and dry air. Company branded lip balm emphasises a brand’s commitment to providing comfort and protection to their customers during sun-soaked beach outings. That, along with its compact size, makes it the perfect beach giveaway at marketing events.

8. Beach Balls

Corporate branded beach balls are fantastic beach giveaways due to their playful nature and vibrant, eye-catching colours. They attract people’s attention, encourage group activities, and can prominently display your company logo and branding. This is what makes them an ideal promotional item for brand events on the beach this season.

9. Cooler Bags

Cooler bags are versatile and highly functional promotional items, perfect for keeping drinks and snacks cool on hot beach days. At The Promo Group, these insulated bags can also be customised to display your company’s branding, making it the ideal beach promo item. Cooler bags ensure high brand visibility as they’re completely reusable and can accompany the recipient to picnics, braais, and many other outdoor activities.

10. Water Bottles

Ideal for beach events, company branded water bottles are practical and eco-friendly beach promotional items. Reusable water bottles specifically can emphasise a brand’s commitment to sustainability and customer well-being. They serve as walking advertisements, showing your custom logo and branding while being a constant reminder of your brand’s dedication to health and environmental responsibility.

11. Flip Flops

If you’re looking for a more unique beach-themed promotional item, opt for some custom branded flip flops. These sandals are the epitome of casual comfort and a must-have for any beachgoer. Offering relaxation and practicality, they embody the laidback beach lifestyle, making them a stylish yet comfortable promo giveaway at beach events or to include in a beach bag or gift basket.

12. Toys & Games

Custom branded versions of popular beach toys like frisbees or games like beach tennis, dominoes and chess, offer a unique marketing opportunity for brands. These activities promote fun between friends and family. As a result, these branded beach items can create an association of your brand with enjoyment and social interaction. The Promo Group has a wide selection of toys and games that can be customised with your corporate branding.

13. Portable Chairs

For those who enjoy the views of the ocean, while still being comfortable and free of sand, a portable chair might be the best corporate branded beach item available. Our selection of portable seats offers a perfect perch for beachgoers to unwind. These chairs are the top choice if you want to create a relaxing, leisurely beach experience for your customers, while also ensuring you make an impression with your company branding.

14. Waterproof Phone Pouches

A waterproof phone pouch is a modern beach essential for many people nowadays. These pouches protect phones and other electronic devices against water damage while allowing uninterrupted access. Corporate branded phone pouches can also show your business logo, ensuring constant brand visibility while on the beach. This makes them a unique, practical and appreciated corporate giveaway.

15. Gazebos & Flying Banners

Company branded gazebos and flying banners are dynamic promotional assets that command attention, especially at the beach. Gazebos offer a branded shelter, creating a central hub for activities, whereas, flying banners, ensure visibility from a distance. Both items offer significant exposure, making them impactful tools for increasing brand recognition and visual presence at beach gatherings, festivals, or promotional events.

Promotional beach products present an opportunity to amplify your brand’s presence throughout the summer season. At The Promo Group, we specialise in providing brands and businesses with a wide range of top-quality promotional items. Get in touch today and discover how our custom branded products can help boost your brand’s awareness this season.