Goodie Bag Gift Ideas - For Grownups!

What do you put in goodie bags for adults?  Swag bags are just as fun to receive as an adult as they were at the end of a birthday party when we were kids.  Adult goody bags are a great way to send home small favors at all types of events.

Fun and useful goodie bag items create a unique gift that keeps spirits up long after the occasion ends.  Need a little inspiration?  Check out the best goodie bag ideas that will keep people talking.

WHAT GOES IN A GOODIE BAG?

Goodie bags don't have to be expensive or complicated.  If you're creating swag bags for co-workers, customers or giving them out a conference, it can be tricky to figure out what to get someone you don't really know.  The best thing to do is keep it simple.  With a bit of time and creativity, you can put together the best goodie bags for every occasion.

The most important thing to remember is to include practical, cost-effective, and on-brand items with whatever your event is.

THE BEST GOODIE BAG ITEMS FOR ANY OCCASION

The best goodie bag items are things that won't get tossed after five minutes.  So whether you're hosting a birthday party, attending a tradeshow, need items for the office holiday party swag bags, or looking for the perfect giveaway items for conference attendees, here's a list of well-loved, practical items people will actually use.

CORPORATE GOODY BAGS

Everyone enjoys receiving freebies!  Customers, clients, and employees to love to get free gifts at trade shows, office parties, and corporate events.  Matching your goodie bag items to your brand is the best way to ensure people remember your company.  For an on-brand item featuring your corporate logo, consider the Customized Wallet Ninja.  These are 100% customizable and can accommodate any logo, text, and feature unlimited colors.

The Wallet Ninja is a fan-favorite corporate goody bag item.  The pocket-sized tool is the size of a credit card.  It combines 18 everyday essentials, including a Screwdriver, Bottle Opener, Box Opener, Can Opener, Cellphone Stand, Eyeglass Screwdriver, Fruit Peeler, Hex Wrench, and more.

If you're looking to amp up your corporate goody bag with even more swag, consider including the following gifts along with the Wallet Ninja.

• Coasters that match your brand's colors
• Pocket-sized calendars and appointment books
• Earbuds
• Phone Chargers

SPORTS THEMED GOODIE BAGS

Are you hosting the Super Bowl this year?  Do you enjoy having friends over for special sporting events like the Olympics?

Sports-themed goody bags are super versatile.  For example, baseball goodie bag ideas can include player cards, and quintessential baseball favorites like Big League Chew Bubble Gum, Cracker Jacks, Baby Ruth candy bars, and sunflower seeds.

Regardless of which sport you and your guests are into, consider sending the following items home with guests:

• A stress ball in the shape of a sports ball (soccer, baseball, basketball)
• Sweatbands of hair ties
• Reusable water bottles
• Stopwatch or timer
• Sports drink

BOOZY THEMED GOODIE BAGS

Consider making up a goodie bag for a bachelor or bachelorette party, a 21+ birthday party, girl's night, or any other party that involves drinking or alcohol.

Gather the following adult goodie bag items to keep the fun going long after the night is over.

• Mini cocktail bottles
• Drinking card games
• Cocktail stirrers
• Wallet Ninja (to be used as a bottle opener)
• Wine glass charms

WEDDING THEMED GOODIE BAGS

Are you looking for goodie bag items to give your guests after your wedding reception?  These unexpected 'thank you' gifts will leave your guests feeling appreciated and provide them with a memento to remember your special day.

Here are a few ideas to put in your wedding-themed swag bags.

• A thank you note
• Wallet Ninja
• Mints
• Coffee
• Chocolates
• Candles
• Scented soaps

SMALL GOODIES CAN LEAVE A BIG IMPRESSION

Small gifts can be more endearing and memorable than you would think . It's not always about spending a lot of money.  People appreciate unexpected surprises even if it doesn't cost you a lot.

Use these goodie bag gift ideas to take the stress out of thinking about what should go in them.

GOODIE BAG PACKAGING TIPS

Now that you know what should go inside a goodie bag, here are some tips to assemble them.

Tip #1: Multiple Items - If you're adding a few different items to your bag, try to find similarly sized one.  This way, the bags will look more cohesive, and you don't have to order multiple bag sizes.

Tip #2: Consider Adding a Tag - Tags that correlate with your event theme or brand can include the event's name and date, with a short thank you note.

Tip #3: Set up an assembly line when it's time to fill the goodie bags.  Gather supplies, including the freebies, bags, boxed, ribbon, and tags.  Line up every individual item, and be sure to include one in every goodie bag.  Once the bags are filled, tie them or secure them with ribbon and place them in a box next to your door (so you won't forget them).

From baseball goodie bags to fun corporate freebie ideas, use this guide the next time you're tasked with making adult goodie bags.