Despite the fact many hospitality businesses are reopening around Northern Ireland, we are still waiting to hear about bars and nightclubs.
So, for now, we must continue to enjoy a socially-distanced social life in our homes.
However, thanks to the fab summer weather it is possible to throw the ultimate garden party thanks to some fab budget buys from high street and online stores.
If you are lucky enough to have an outdoor space, use it to your advantage and make it somewhere you and the family can sit and enjoy the long evenings.
And size doesn’t matter, it’s what you do with it that counts.
It’s very easy to do, just fill it with items that make you smile, and there are plenty available in the home departments of our favourite stores.
Just think of Wham! 1983 hit Club Tropicana where, just like in your garden, the drinks are free.
George at Asda
Blow the budget with this George at Asda Tiki Bar and make your garden the hottest place to be. Acessorise with a matching parasol, bright dinnerware and these fab disco ball tumblers.
Matalan
Matalan's got some fab accessories for brightening up your outdoor space. If your plants are looking a bit tired, pop them in these cheerful planters and get this dispenser, dip tray and bottle opener are perfect for serving up your food and drink.
Primark
Primark does the ultimate outdoor party accessories of you are on a budget. You won't be able to resist a bit of nostalgia with these retro reusable ice cubes and twirly straws. Keep lemons cool with this cooler bag and serve up in an ice cool blue jug.
Amara
If you have a large paddling pool it's time to put the kids to bed so the adults can have some fun with these "grown up" lilos. Sipping a glass of Rose while lazing on a Rose bottle-shaped floater is what lockdown dreams are made of. Just watch out for that glitter ball as you won't want to spill a drop!
Sainsbury's
And if you are a proper party animal, nip into Sainsbury's for some super fun items. You wanted to throw a wild party? Well now you literally can.
