BBQ & Picnic

Start your grill and save your cash…. ALDI has everything you need to throw the perfect Labor Day bash. Celebrate with unbeatable prices on fresh meat & seafood, snacks, drinks and more for your Labor Day BBQ. Enjoy eating juicy burgers, sizzling hot dogs, tasty sides and more. Shop ALDI and let the barbecuing begin!

BBQ & Picnic FAQs


Traditional foods to grill on the Labor Day include hot dogs, burgers, chicken and ribs. Grilled corn and veggies make for tasty sides.


Looking to host the perfect Labor Day BBQ and need some fun family activity ideas? We’ve got you covered! Make sure that there is plenty of seating so that your guests can kick back, relax and mingle. Create a shared playlist for everyone to add their favorite songs. You’ll want to have plenty of food and drinks to keep guests fueled all party long! Yard games are the perfect way to keep adults and kids alike entertained with some friendly competition.


Fire up the grill this Labor Day with our premium meats, sauces and marinades. Don’t forget to pack your picnic basket with fresh fruits, salads and tasty snacks. ALDI has everything you need for your Labor Day celebration. Celebrate the warm weather with family and friends by enjoying delicious BBQ & Picnic food and drinks from your local ALDI.


Some favorite side dishes to make for a Labor Day BBQ include corn on the cob, pasta salad, potato salad, fresh fruit and baked beans. For more inspiration, browse our BBQ Recipe Collection.


A classic Labor Day dessert recipe to make is an American Flag Cake. You can make a white or yellow cake from scratch or grab a boxed mix. Let the cake cool and frost with whipped cream or vanilla frosting. Next, use strawberries and blueberries to decorate the cake to make it look like an American flag. Then enjoy your easy, delicious and patriotic dessert. Other favorites include classic desserts like apple pie, fruit tarts and ice cream to beat the heat! 


Nothing says summertime like a backyard BBQ. Cook up BBQ favorites like BBQ chicken, hot dogs, burgers, corn on the cob, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans and grilled veggies. Prep toppings for hot dogs and burgers like onion, mustard, ketchup, lettuce, tomato, grilled mushrooms, cheese and more. And don’t forget some fresh watermelon or grilled pineapple for a refreshing dessert! For more inspiration, browse our BBQ Recipe Collection.


The perfect picnic foods are those that travel well! Pack sandwiches, pasta salad, fruit, wraps, chips, veggies, dip or salsa, refreshing drinks and a make-ahead dessert like brownies or cookies.  


When the weather is hot, nothing is better than an ice-cold drink. We suggest serving iced tea, lemonade, infused water, soda or pop and adult beverages like beer or hard seltzer at your next summer soirée. Shop a selection of delicious and affordable beverages at your local ALDI.