If you’re throwing a get-together of any kind, you need to give out some event swag to your attendees.

Whether you’re talking about a trade show or a company holiday party, giving your guests something to remember the evening by is a great move. The problem is that most swag bag ideas are harmful to the environment.

In this post, we’re going to give you some help by telling you 5 great eco-friendly swag bag items that you can try for your event. It’s always a good idea to keep the environment in mind when planning an event, but keep reading and your guests will be able to become more eco-friendly when they leave.

1. Event Swag Bags

One of the best eco-friendly options for swag bags is the bags themselves. Give out sustainably made totes to your guests and they’ll be able to transport the rest of their swag from your event.

Totes are all the rage because you can stylishly carry your groceries around without having to get plastic bags. You can easily pop your company logo on them and have people walking around like billboards, spreading your brand.

2. Recyclable Water Bottles

For the event itself, you can give out recyclable water bottles with a personalized label with your company logo on them. People need to hydrate, so why not use a company like Alexa Springs, which uses natural spring water with rich mineral content.

The bottles themselves are completely recyclable with a reduced plastic content, so they’re about as eco-friendly as plastic water bottles can be. Once they’re done with them, your guests can put them in the recycle bin without worrying about their impact on the environment. 

3. Notebooks and Pens

In a professional setting, there aren’t many better eco-friendly gifts than a custom pen and notebook set. You can buy pens made out of bamboo or recycled paper and notebooks that are made from recycled cardboard and paper.

4. Travel Mug

You can never go wrong with giving out a travel mug in a swag bag. We all need our caffeinated beverages, so why not give your guests a way to keep their hot beverages hot and kill two birds by putting your company logo on the front. 

The more your guests can keep their coffee in a travel mug, the less they’re spending at coffee shops that have paper cups and plastic lids.

5. Cork Products

Cork is one of the more eco-friendly materials out there. Whether you decide to include branded cork yoga mats or cork journals in your swag bags, they’re sure to be a hit with the more eco-conscious people at your event. 

Choosing the Right Swag Bag Items

These are just a few great swag bag ideas to inspire you for your next big event. Choosing the right eco-friendly swag bag items will help your guests remember your event in a positive light. Pick the ones that make sense and don’t look back.

Every event needs water. If you want to learn more about Alexa Springs’ affordable and customizable water bottles, contact us today.