The Best Lawn Games to Amp Up the Fun This Summer
Whether you're playing on grass, sand or water, stock up for summer with these 15 guaranteed-to-entertain outdoor games.
Bring on the warm weather, the sunshine and the games. With the sun setting later and kids out of school, it's time to embrace every outside moment we can. Lawn games are the perfect way to get everyone away from screens and into the great outdoors, enjoying fun with friends and family.
When it comes to the best outdoor games, it's easy to find something for everyone. Whether it's favorite indoor games that have been supersized or classic ones that have stood the test of time, we've gathered a list of the best lawn games to entertain everyone this season.
Best Outdoor Game for Competition
Best Classic Outdoor Game
Pull out your best Bridgerton impersonation. On the show, the siblings have a not-so-friendly competition of pall-mall (a precursor to croquet) and now you can take on the traditional lawn game, too. This wood set for six has everything you need for a day outdoors including six mallets, six balls, nine wickets and two end posts.
Best One-on-One Outdoor Game
Best Outdoor Game for Tailgating
Whether you're hanging out before the big game, gathering in your backyard or spending the day on the beach, cornhole is easy to take along to any outdoor space. The GoSports Premium Cornhole Set boasts two boards (available in regulation-sized or tailgate-sized), eight bean bags with a special tote, a carrying case and a rule book.
Best Table-to-Yard Outdoor Game
Best Outdoor Game for Families
A classic favorite now comes giant-sized for outdoor play. In teams or one-on-one, get four in a row to win. My family bought this years ago and pulls it out for lazy summer days as well as parties. It's easy to assemble, and everyone, from the youngest cousins to grandparents, gets a kick out of it.
Best Outdoor Game for Kids
Best Outdoor Game for the Beach
Best Outdoor Game for the Pool
A childhood favorite is made all the more fun in this jumbo, inflatable version of tic-tac-toe for the pool. The game comes with a game board that can be reversed to show either blue or orange as well as five Xs and five Os. Not only is this set great for land or water play, but it also serves as ultra-fun entertainment for every generation.