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The 16 Best Picnic Baskets for Dining Outdoors This Season

Make picnic setup easier than a walk in the park.

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Between outdoor concerts, corporate retreats, and weekend picnics with family and friends, you'll likely have more than a few opportunities to dine outside this summer. Why not equip yourself for the occasion with a proper picnic basket? Designed specifically to carry sandwiches, cheese, crackers, spreads, and the occasional bottle of wine (or two!), picnic baskets help eliminate some of the mess and possible breakage that can occur when hauling around a container full of food and serving ware.

That's not to suggest, however, that picnic baskets are all about utility. On the contrary, many baskets merge form and function with attractive designs spanning traditional wicker split-tops (complete with retro gingham lining) to haul-it-all polyester totes (equipped with incognito insulated coolers). Read on for 16 of our favorite picnic baskets to whet your appetite for a delicious spring and summer.

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Picnic Time Verona Insulated Wine Basket

Picnic Time Verona Insulated Wine Basket

This basket's unique barrel shape is designed to hold two of your favorite bottles, along with two wine glasses, a corkscrew, and serving essentials for charcuterie.

Fully lined in a green canvas-like fabric, the basket is accessorized by leatherette accents and canvas carrying handles.

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Picnic Time Coronado Canvas and Willow Basket Tote

Picnic Time Coronado Canvas and Willow Basket Tote

Whether your weekend plans include picnicking, shopping at the farmers' market, or both, this cinch-top basket tote has the space you need to haul it all.

Thanks to the wicker bottom (made from willow), the tote will stand up without toppling over, and the leatherette straps are just long enough to comfortably sling over one shoulder.

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3

Beach Canvas Tote and Cooler Bag

Beach Canvas Tote and Cooler Bag
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This do-it-all overachiever functions as a picnic basket, portable cooler, and beach bag. Made from lightweight and durable polyester, the striped, open-top tote is equipped with loads of pockets and houses an insulated cooler bag that can keep your food and drinks icy-cold for hours.

As an added bonus, this tote comes with two quick-dry microfiber towels that can be rolled up, burrito-style, then affixed to the front of the bag.

4

Garneck Detachable Wicker Bike Picnic Basket

Garneck Detachable Wicker Bike Picnic Basket
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Attaching (and detaching) from the front of your bicycle with ease, this wicker picnic basket lets your alfresco spread join you for a ride on two wheels.

The roomy interior provides plenty of storage for your drinks and snacks, while the locking lid will keep your crackers and cheese from bouncing out over bumps.

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5

Sunflora Picnic Backpack Set

Sunflora Picnic Backpack Set
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Your next picnic lunch just got a whole lot easier thanks to this sleek backpack by Sunflora. Designed with a super sturdy strap and multiple space-saving compartments, you can sling this bad boy over your back and keep your hands free. Consider this backpack your new ultimate picnic basket set in one stylish design.

This nifty backpack includes a large built-in large insulated food compartment that keeps food chilled for hours, a separate tableware compartment with included stainless steel flatware, napkins, plates, and plastic glassware, and a detachable bottle holder and picnic blanket for ultimate convenience.

6

RSVP Fabric Collapsible Market Basket

RSVP Fabric Collapsible Market Basket
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If you're looking for a picnic basket that can multitask and also be easily tucked away for storage, check out this collapsible market basket from RSVP Fabric. Made with a sturdy yet lightweight aluminum frame that can fold for storage, this basket makes a great organizational solution for trips to the farmers market, picnics, weekend errands, or for storing clothes and toys.

Reviewers love the convenient outer side-zip pocket for storing keys and phones during grocery shopping trips, as well as this basket's sleek collapsible style for seamless transportation. Now all you need to do is pick your favorite color basket!

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Tirrinia Insulated Wine Tote Carrier

Tirrinia Insulated Wine Tote Carrier

In case your job is to supply the wine for the picnic or cookout (isn't that the most important part anyway?!), carry that vino incognito with this stylish tote. Padded and insulated, with a built-in flexible divider, this canvas wine tote can carry two standard 750-milliliter bottles of wine and keep them protected and at the perfect serving temperature.

A comfortable shoulder strap plus a top handle adds versatility to this all-important wine tote carrier.

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Allcamp Large Folding Cooler Bag

Allcamp Large Folding Cooler Bag
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This large insulated cooler bag features an easy-to-clean aluminum lining, which will keep your groceries at the right temperature from the farmers' market straight to the picnic spread, as well as a convenient folding design to cut down on storage space.

Reviewers love the large size of this cooler bag as well as the fact that the top zips shut completely, leaving no room for spillage during bumpy car rides or hikes. Consider this the picnic basket set you want if you're rolling with a party any bigger than two people!

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9

Picnic Time Piccadilly Willow Picnic Basket

Picnic Time Piccadilly Willow Picnic Basket

Add a bit of rustic romance to your next date in the park with this charming gingham-lined Piccadilly Willow Picnic Basket. Slightly oversized, with fold-out flaps for extra storage, this basket comes equipped with dinnerware and glassware for two.

Just bring a bottle or two of your favorite rosé and get ready to unwind. Note: Candlelit serenade not included.

10

Goplus Collapsible Rolling Cooler

Goplus Collapsible Rolling Cooler
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If your job is to transport the all-important beverages or perhaps even a small keg of your favorite seasonal beer to the picnic, then this insulated cart cooler on wheels may be your new best friend. The insulated foil interior and 10.5-gallon capacity mean you can keep exactly 50 cans cold while you enjoy the fresh air.

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Picnic at Ascot Cheshire English-Style Willow Picnic Basket

Picnic at Ascot Cheshire English-Style Willow Picnic Basket

With its traditional wicker in chocolate brown, you might think this basket is basic. But don't underestimate the Cheshire! Inside are multiple pre-loaded compartments filled with picnic essentials like wine glasses, plates, and silverware, so you're a step ahead of those other picnic goers.

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Imperial Home Insulated Picnic Basket

Imperial Home Insulated Picnic Basket
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Durable and convenient, this clever cooler backpack is basically an upgraded lunch box with an insulated lining to keep grocery items chilled. It also comes with dinnerware for two, a wine opener, and a cheese knife. It doesn't get much easier than that!

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Picnic Time Country Picnic Basket With Gingham Liner

Picnic Time Country Picnic Basket With Gingham Liner

Top-rated on Amazon, this picnic basket features a cute country-inspired red and white gingham lining that'll add rustic charm to any picnic. The split, dual-entry lid provides a handy level surface for serving wine and cheese to your dining companions, and the basket also doubles as a portable container for serving homemade cookies, baked goods, and more year-round.

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PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag with Zip Closure

PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag with Zip Closure

Designed to keep food and drink cold for up to 10 hours, these oversized bags from PackIt are one of the smartest carrying cases on the market. Pop it in the freezer overnight, then unfold it and add your picnic lunch the next morning for a meal that'll stay fresh all day. We can't get enough of this patriotic plaid print.

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Picnic Time Duet Insulated Wine and Cheese Tote

Picnic Time Duet Insulated Wine and Cheese Tote

This sleek insulated tote is a perfect companion for a romantic wine and cheese date in the park. There are two interior compartments to store two bottles of wine, so wine not add this to your list of must-have outdoor gear this season?

16

Olli Ella Mosey Basket

Olli Ella Mosey Basket
Credit: Olli Ella

Sometimes simplicity reigns supreme, and we think that's the case for this vintage-inspired classic woven rattan basket sourced from Olli Ella. Whether you're toting fresh flowers and herbs from the local farm stand or tasty seasonal sides for a picnic lunch, this charming basket will make the occasion particularly picturesque.

We also love the idea of using this rustic basket at home for displaying fresh or dried flowers, your yarn collection, or even craft supplies for the kids.

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