Are you looking for easy and affordable beach picnic foods? The best picnic foods are portable, mess-free, and ready to eat—and Costco has plenty of food and drink that check all the boxes. From single-serve snacks to no-prep meals, here are the best beach picnic foods you can pick up at Costco before heading out to the beach.
Antipasto Trays
Costco’s antipasto trays make it easy to bring charcuterie to your beach picnic. The Beretta Antipasto Italiano is an easy beach snack with pre-sliced prosciutto, salame, and dry-cured meats. No prep, just open the tray and pass it around.
Grab-and-Go Wraps
Costco has a lot of ready-made wraps that are easy beach picnic foods. They travel well—no utensils or prep needed. A favorite is the Southwest Chicken Wrap. Pick up a tray, chill it in your cooler, and you’ve got an instant lunch.
Busseto Salami & Cheese Snack Packs
Keep things simple with these individually packed salami and cheese combos. Each one features slices of savory salami and cubes of provolone, making them ideal for tossing in your cooler. Great for adults and kids alike, they’re a quick and easy beach snack.
Sargento Cheese & Cracker Snack Packs
These individual cheese and cracker packs from Sargento are great for beach days. Each one has cubed cheeses and crackers, perfect for snacking without the mess. Just throw a few in your cooler and you’re ready for a day at the beach.
Stonefire Naan Dippers
These soft mini naan bites are perfect for the beach. Eat them plain or with hummus. They’re sturdy enough for scooping and soft enough for snacking on their own.
Kirkland Hummus Single-Serve Cups
No spoon, no problem. These individual hummus cups from Kirkland are an easy beach picnic food. It’s perfect with mini-naan dippers, veggie sticks, or pretzels. The single-serve size keeps things clean and prevents the inevitable sand-in-the-dip situation that comes with sharing a big tub.
Kirkland Cold Brew Coffee
Need a quick caffeine boost at the beach? Kirkland Cold Brew is made with 100% Colombian coffee and comes ready to drink in cans. Costco sells a 12 pack at a great price—just chill and toss a few in your cooler.
Formaggio Artisan Cheese & Meat Wraps
These little antipasto wraps will elevate your beach picnic: fresh mozzarella wrapped in savory slices of cured meat. The Formaggio combo pack includes prosciutto, pepperoni, and sopressata pairings. No prep required—they’re perfect for grazing between swims.
Kirkland Mini Muffin Bites
These soft, chocolate chip mini muffins are an easy snack for the beach. Since they come individually wrapped, there’s no mess—and no need to worry about sharing sandy hands. Plus,they’re made in a peanut-free facility, which is perfect for families with nut allergies.
Go Raw Sprouted Seed Snack Packs
Looking for something a little different than chips? Try Go Raw’s Organic Sprouted Snacking Seeds. Costco sells a variety pack with single-serve bags featuring flavors like classic pumpkin, crunchy sunflower, and zesty chili lime. They’re nutrient-packed, easy to toss in your beach bag, and a great way to add a healthy crunch to your beach picnic lineup.
SkinnyPop Individual Snack Bags
SkinnyPop popcorn snack bags are a beach staple. These individual packs are great for tossing into your beach bag, and they’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with minimal ingredients—perfect for guilt-free snacking.
Tortellini Pasta Salad
Costco’s ready-made tortellini salad is perfect for beach picnic lunches. It’s packed with tortellini pasta, grape tomatoes, olives, salami, and mini mozzarella balls—all tossed in a delicious Tuscan dressing. Serve it cold right from the cooler for an easy beach lunch.
Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Costco’s mini chocolate chip cookies are an easy beach picnic treat. These bite-sized cookies are soft, chocolatey, and super snackable. The tub is generously packed, so there’s plenty to share.
Starbucks Frappuccinos
Bring coffee to the beach! Costco sells cases of bottled Starbucks Frappuccinos at low prices. Just pop a few bottles in your cooler, and you’ll have a refreshing boost whenever you need a pick-me-up between sunbathing and swimming.
SunChips
Want to add a sweet treat to your beach picnic? These St. Michel French crepes are filled with a rich chocolate hazelnut spread and come individually wrapped—perfect for tossing into your cooler or beach bag.
Pre-Made Sandwiches
Skip the sandwich assembly at home and head straight for Costco’s deli section. Their ready-to-eat sandwiches make it easy. There is always a rotating selection of pre-made sandwiches that are perfect for the beach. Check out 26 Things I Never Pay Full Price at Costco
Costco Muffins
Costco’s muffins are now beach-friendly. They’re no longer oversized, which means less waste. Just buy a pack, toss it in your beach bag, and hand them out for a quick, easy snack that doesn’t require any prep. Check out 17 Costco Meals Cheaper than Restaurant Take Out to Save You Money
Coconut Water
Skip the sugary drinks and cool down with hydrating coconut water. Costco carries affordable cases of coconut water from brands like Vita Coco and Kirkland Organic. With natural electrolytes, coconut water is a refreshing and healthier drink for hot beach days. Chill them ahead of time and enjoy straight from the cooler. Check out 28 Things I Always Buy at Costco
Granola Bars
When the beach hunger hits, granola bars are your best friend. Costco sells a wide selection, including allergy-friendly and organic options. Nature’s Bakery Organic Oatmeal Crumble bars are my personal favorite—they’re soft, delicious and nut-free. Just the thing to refuel after a swim or a round of beach volleyball. Check out 24 Best Kirkland Products I Always Buy at Costco
Grapes
Grapes are an easy beach picnic fruit. They’re refreshing and easy to eat with sandy fingers. Costco’s large containers of seedless grapes make it easy to pack a bunch for your beach day—just rinse, chill, and go. Check out 21 Best Bulk Buys from Costco that Will Last You All Year (and Save You Money)
Pre-Sliced Cheese
No need to pack a knife—Costco’s variety packs of pre-sliced cheese make building a beach-friendly charcuterie board super easy. They’re perfect for pairing with crackers, antipasto, or just enjoying on their own. Check out 23 Costco Items that are a Total Waste of Money for Small Households
Applesauce Pouches
Applesauce pouches are an easy beach snack—no spoons, no spills. Perfect for little ones. Costco sells bulk packs of Kirkland and GoGo SqueeZ applesauce pouches, so you’ll have plenty to keep everyone happy. Chill them before heading out and keep them in the cooler for an easy, refreshing beach picnic treat. Check out Costco vs Sam’s Club: 14 Major Differences You Should Know About
Veggie Straws
Veggie Straws are an easy beach snack you can feel good about. Costco sells them by the case with individually portioned bags—perfect for packing in your beach tote. Keep an eye out for sales and stock up early in the summer to keep your pantry ready for beach days. Check out I Spend $1000 a Month at Costco, here are 22 Costco Pantry Items I Buy Again and Again
Sparkling Water
For a bubbly alternative to soda, buy a case of sparkling water from Costco. Waterloo, LaCroix, Spindrift, and other brands are available in bulk at low prices. Keep a few cans on ice in your cooler—they’re super refreshing on hot summer days. Check out Costco vs Sam’s Club Food Court: 16 Similarities and Differences
Gatorade
You’ll want to pack lots of drinks especially on hot summer days. Gatorade is a great option thanks to its electrolyte boost, and Costco sells it in bulk at low prices. Toss a few chilled bottles into your cooler to stay refreshed all day. Check out Here are 12 Ways I Save Money at Costco
Juice Boxes
Juice boxes are a beach picnic staple when kids are in tow. They’re portable, mess-free, and easy to keep cold in the cooler. Costco sells bulk packs of kid-favorite brands like Honest Kids, Apple & Eve, and Kirkland Signature, so kids can stay hydrated all day. Check out What I Buy at Costco But Never at Sam’s Club (and Vice Versa)