Make Picnic Setup and Cleanup Easy With Foldable Tables (2024)

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 27x18x16 inches
• Weight: 2.16 pounds
• Material: Aluminum
  

This teal table is a perfect picnicking solution if you have a small outdoor space or you want to picnic on the go. The lightweight table is easy enough to carry and hike with, at just over 2 pounds.

Once unfolded, it serves as a picnic table for two or a great drop table at a campsite. This table will also do a swing shift if you’re barbecuing — it’s the perfect size to hold all of your cookout gear, plus plates and utensils. The aluminum table top is waterproof, weather-resistant, easy to clean, and durable.

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Key Specs

• Dimensions: 33.5x25.5x25.75 inches (table); 10.75x11.75x16 inches (seat)
• Weight: 22.5 pounds
• Material: Aluminum frame, plastic tabletop
  

This Stansport picnic table is a super heavy-duty, durable table that will comfortably fit four picnickers. Because of the size of the table, this is a better option for people who plan to picnic in one place for most of the summer.

The durable table includes two fold-out benches and an umbrella with UV protection. Setting up and breaking down the table is easier, which means it’s also a nice option for people who want to tuck it away when it’s not in use.

The benches fold into the tabletop’s bottom and the table includes a built-in carry handle. When the umbrella is open, its diameter is 56inches and its height is 75 inches.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 18.5x47.24x27.36 inches
• Weight: 15.52 pounds
• Material: Engineered wood, aluminum
  

This lightweight aluminum-and-MDF table holds up to 66 pounds, making it an excellent workhorse on the road. Even better, the table features a large built-in storage space with zippered closures, protecting your food from insects and animals — a perk we’ve only seen before with stationary picnic tables.

This is an ideal table for picnicking at campsites and parks, for tailgating, and for barbecues and backyard parties. The picnic table folds up, making it easy to store, and put in the trunk of a car. The table also comes with a lifetime warranty.

One con that should be taken into account: The table is not waterproof and long-term exposure to the elements will damage it, so it shouldn’t stay out in your yard all summer long.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 47.2x27 inches
• Weight: 15 pounds
• Material: Engineered wood, aluminum
  

This compact foldable picnic table includes four separate chairs, which are also foldable. When it’s folded up, the table is 27.5x23.6x 3.9 inches, so it can easily be slipped into a car’s trunk. The table also features a hole for an umbrella, which has to be purchased separately.

The tabletop’s height is adjustable, making it a great option for families with young kids. The height can be adjusted to 19.6, 23, or 27 inches with the click of a button on the side.

The heavy-duty table is easy to set up in seconds, making it a perfect option for a moveable feast. The table is durable, but it shouldn’t be exposed to the sun and water for extended periods.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 6.29x11.8x1.37 inches
• Weight: 1.47 pounds
• Material: MFD wood
  

This weather-resistant manufactured-wood table is a wonderful lightweight option for casual picnicking on the go. This foldable table features four built-in cupholders, making it an ideal option for wine-and-cheese picnics or other small, snacky noshes.

The clearance from table to floor is 16 inches, so don’t plan to use it with chairs. It works well on covered porches, at parks, and as a mini backyard picnic table for kids. The wood is scored and rubbed for a comfortable distressed look. The table requires minor assembly and includes a full 30-day warranty.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 27.5x70.5x70.5 inches
• Weight: 27.5 lbs.
• Material: Firwood

This eight-seat foldable picnic table is a great option if you want a well-made table that you can keep out in your yard all summer long. The round table comes with four benches and seats four adults and up to eight children.

The fir wood construction is sturdy, durable, and treated with water-resistant paint that protects it and also adds a nice finish. The table includes an umbrella hole, although the umbrella must be purchased separately.

Some assembly is required and a 90-day full warranty is included. Because the table folds up, it’s easy to store this set once picnic season is over.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 26x44x28 inches
• Weight: 43 pounds
• Material: Metal
  

If you need a picnic table that can withstand serious wear and tear from people and the elements, this heavy-duty Stansport is one to consider. The table and benches can be used separately, and both are foldable as well as store and travel easily — although at 43 pounds, it requires some muscle to transport.

When broken down, the benches fold up and nest in the underside of the table. This table works well for big families that like to picnic in the backyard, and for camping, tailgating, and parties at parks. The setup will comfortably fit four adults and six kids.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 23.6x15.7x15.7 inches
• Weight: 9.2 pounds
• Material: Wicker/rattan

If you want a lightweight or durable table that can be taken on the road but will also look great in your yard this summer, this George Oliver is a great option.

The modern lines and practical design of this table create a look that is simple but elegant, and will look at home with any décor on decks, in sunrooms, in backyards, or by the pool.

The PE wicker is weatherproof and will hold up against UV rays without fading. This picnic table will also stand up to wear and tear, making it suitable for families with young kids.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 58x14.5x31.5 inches
• Weight: 35 pounds
• Material: Vinyl
  

This Convert-A-Bench foldable picnic table is a great option for people who want flexibility. The “bench” converts into a single-sided table by folding the back and armrests forward. It’s a great option for those who want an outdoor bench to relax on, but also want to be able to use it as a dining table (we reviewed a similar one here).

Because it’s light enough for one person to lift, it can be brought on the road for camping trips and parties. The bench/table is durable, easy to wipe clean, weather-resistant, and can hold up to 1,000 pounds.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 34x53x26 inches
• Weight: 18.6 pounds
• Material: Aluminum
  

This folding picnic table folds up into a suitcase with handles, making carrying it to and fro super easy. When it’s folded inside the carrying case, it’s just 34x4x13 inches, but when it’s unfolded, it turns into a regular picnic table with four individual seats.

The table will hold a maximum weight of 66 pounds and each seat will hold up to 220 pounds. The sturdy table is built to last and is weather-resistant, so it can be left outside during the summer.

The table includes a hole for an umbrella, but the umbrella must be purchased separately. The picnic table is easy enough for one person to carry and set up.

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 54x57x30.25 inches (table); 54x27x33 inches (bench)
• Weight: 42.5 pounds
• Material: Firwood

Our Art Production Manager (and "aspirational outdoor entertainer") Bridget Clegg hails this 2-in-1 convertible bench/table as "a great starter piece to test the waters of outdoor living." This space-saving piece of furniture is also fairly customizable — the untreated wood material can be waterproofed or painted any color to fit your outdoor scheme of choice.

As a bench, it can comfortably seat two people, and as a table, it can seat up to four. Another perk is that it also has an umbrella hole should you want to include one in y0ur setup — and given the table's relatively compact size, most patio umbrellas will be able to provide ample shade for it.

We love the rustic/modern farmhouse feel to the slats, and the fact that it can easily transform a smaller backyard into a fun and functional entertainment or lounge space.