20+ Super Fun Backyard Games for Kids That You’ll Want To See
Today I wanted to take some time to talk about some super fun backyard games for kids specifically! I have a pretty great post on kids backyard ideas that includes some great ideas for backyard design, but this post will focus on games in particular.
My kids literally flip out anytime I mention any type of family game in the yard so I thought it would be great to have a post dedicated to it.
Whatever the size of your space; today I’ve collected all kinds of awesome ideas for how to some summer and year-round fun to your backyard or maybe even the front yard if that is where the kids play.
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Backyard Games For Kids
Family Games
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1. Lawn Twister
I love this! This is a great twist on one of our kids favorite games! See how One Good Thing by Jillee uses contractor’s marking spray paint (that washes off) to pull this off!
2. Giant Jenga
I saw this and had to include it in the list for backyard fun. Who doesn’t love giant games? Check it out here.
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3. Water Balloon Pinatas
Water play can always be a great way to play on a hot day. Check out this game here.
4. Watermelon Ball – The Ultimate Swimming Pool Game
I love this adorable multi- purpose, water ball!
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5. Zuro Bunch O Balloons
We have tried this in the backyard multiple times and the kids always love it! The only downside is picking up the pieces when done, see always make a racing game out of it!
6. DIY Bean Bag Toss
My kids play this game and love it. Even though it’s fairly simple, it is just enough for a fun time. I found some bean bags here!
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7. 31ft Water Slide
No pool? Well here is a great alternative for water fun and simple to set up!
8. Pool Noodle Obstacle Course
Fun you can use over and over again. What more can you ask for?? 🙂 This one is def on my to-do list.
9. Outdoor Tic-Tac-Toe
Sometimes simple is best! Grab rocks, paint, and a board and you can play this inside and outside! Check it out here!
10. Squirt Gun Cup Race
Here’s another great water game that is super unique. Love it
11. Ring Toss and Horseshoe Play set
I love this simple and affordable game for anyone’s backyard 🙂
12. Water Table Car Wash
One of my kids favorite outdoor activities. As you can see my daughter is wearing a jacket. This was in the middle of Fall lol.
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13. Water Blob Activity
Check out this cool activity from Fabulessly Frugal!
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14. Fun Splash Pads
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There is nothing better than simple setup for a water activity! The splash pad is always perfect for that!
Shop splash pads here!
15. Unicorn Lawn Bowling
Isn’t this this the cutest set for the girly girl? (that girly girl would be my daughter Skyla BTW)
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16. Giant Outdoor Connect Four
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This is a must have for backyard fun!
Toddler Fun
17. Splash Play Mat and Inflatable Kiddie Pool
This is great for younger toddlers and babies too! You still get a splash pad more more safety for the little ones 🙂
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18. Bubble Mower for Toddlers
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Here’s another smaller and simple backyard activity toddlers! This classic is so cute!
19. Outdoor Water Spray Sprinkler
I love the simple water table is portable and great for toddlers in the backyard or wherever!
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20. DIY Giant Lawn Matching Game
My kids LOVE matching so this is perfect! Find it at Studio DIY!
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I hope you enjoyed this list and that it gave you some great summer activities and water play ideas to try with the kids at home!
I would just use these ideas as sheer inspiration and incorporate them into your spaces with your kids and keep their particular home and outside play space needs in mind.
Do you have any other ideas that you think I should add to the list? PLEASE let me know in the comment section below! I would love to hear from you!
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