Entertaining outdoors? These essentials from $35 will get the party started in your small space

A snow cone maker, cooler, and speakers, all outdoor essentials, on a multicolored sky background.

Ready to party al fresco? Entertaining outdoors is almost upon us and when it arrives, along with glorious warmer weather, you'll want to stock up on some fun necessities for your open-air get-together. 

You likely have the basics like dinnerware covered, but some not-so-obvious must-haves can completely transform the feel of your outdoor soirée.