Whether you’re on the lookout for educational games for your kids to enjoy this summer, or you’re just looking for ways to encourage your kids to get some outdoor time away from their devices, this list of fun outdoor games for kids is sure to guide you on your journey.
Are you planning a party? Do your kids need something fun to do with their neighborhood friends? Whatever your circumstances, outdoor games can be a great ally for anybody who’s looking for encourage their kids to play outside.
These fun outdoor games can be enjoyed by just a couple of kiddos or by the entire family! Get some natural vitamin D this summer and soak up some rays while playing a game outside.
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35+ Fun Outdoor Games for Kids
A good outdoor game can really make the difference between a boring day outside and an amazing day outside. Get your kids away from their screens with these super fun outdoor games!
This outdoor limbo game is super easy to set up and is portable so you can play anywhere! Backyard, park, beach, or wherever else you may be, grab this limbo game and see just how low you can go.
This egg and spoon race is typically seen in relay races but it can also stand alone. Have your kids practice their balance and coordination by challenging them to balance the egg on the spoon while running around the yard.
This tin can bean bag toss game is also good for practicing and improving hand-eye coordination. The monster faces would be fun for a Halloween party but really, this cute outdoor game is fun all year round.
Your little athletes can improve their archery game with this nerf bow and arrow game. See how many points your kids can get as they try to hit the targets with their archery bows!
Ring toss is fun enough whtn your target is on the ground, but this wall ring toss board ups the challenge by quite a bit. Challenge your kids' skills and see how many points they can hook with this fun outdoor game.
Croquet is a classic outdoor game and kids (and adults) of all ages will enjoy hitting the croquet balls through the arches with the wooden mallets. Play for score or just play for fun. This game is easily transportable and playable nearly anywhere.
Horseshoes is another classic outdoor came. See how many horseshoes you can toss and wrap around your metal poles. The clanging sound is particularly satisfying.
Tic Tac Toe is a game that's simple enough for even the youngest of players to learn, and this giant outdoor version make this game exciting and challenging for older kids, teens, and adults.
Little kids can walk up and set their token in the appropriate square, or older players can toss their tokens and see where they end up.
This giant four in a row game is all-weather appropriate and fun for all ages. Players must get four in a row in order to win, but they can only play by dropping their tokens from the top of the board and letting them fall all the way to the bottom.
This game presents a new challenge on classic games such as checkers and tic tac toe, and it's perfect for outdoor play.
This set of giant outdoor dice are actually appropriate for more than 20 dice games, including Yahtzee and Farkle. Get outside and spend the entire week playing game after game after game with this outdoor-friendly set!
Turn your backyard into your own private frisbee golf arena with these portable target baskets. Throw your frisbee into one target after the other until you've hit them all! For an extra challenge, you can even keep score similarly to how you would in a game of golf.
Put together your own bean bag game with this set of bean bag bucketz. This game is portable and flexible, providing kids of all ages with hours of fun. And the vertical buckets make for a unique challenge, especially when compared to traditional bean bag toss games.
This ring toss game uses lighter, more child-friendly objects but the setup of the poles is still fun and challenge for older kids as well.
This toss and catch ball set utilizes velcro so even younger kids can enjoy a game of catch. The idea is your ball will stick to your frisbee-like mitt without the risk of hurting any fingers. Just make sure you keep your velcro clean so it stays sticky.
This carnival game is actually 3 games in one. Bean bags, ring toss, and cornhole can all be enjoyed with this multi-purpose set.
This inflatable bowling set makes for a super fun outdoor game. See how many pins your kids can knock down with the ball, all without breaking your back because the ball and pins are all inflatable and super light! The perfect game to play outside.
This cornhole toss game allows kids to rack up points by tossing bean bags into point-labeled holes on the giant target board.
If your kids like darts, they are going to love this outdoor axe toss game. Hit the target with your included throwing axes and see how many points you can rack up while enjoying this fun outdoor activity.
Or grab this more traditional outdoor dart board that uses velcro balls instead of sharp and pointy darts. Safe and fun for all ages.
This giant board is actually multiplice games in one. You can play checkers and tic tac toe with this outdoor setup.
If your kids like Jenga, they are going to love this fun outdoor version. Giant Tumble Tower challenges logic, problem solving, strategy, and hand-eye coordination. Just make sure you're not too close to the tower when it comes tumbling down!
This basketball game is inexpensive and portable, especially when compared to more traditional basket ball hoops. This game is perfect for elementary ages as well as tweens.
Kids and adults alike will enjoy this giant pong set. The concept is simple - you need to get as many ping pong balls as possible into your giant plastic cups. It's fun, challenging, and good for the hand-eye coordination.
This game is designed to be used in the pool or at the beach, but you can easily set it up in the grass somewhere if you prefer. Enjoy some volleyball or basketball as you enjoy some outdoor fun.
Young sports fans will enjoy throwing footballs through this inflatable target and you'll enjoy that they're playing away from their screens.
This outdoor ball game is also a lot of fun. Your kids will need to catch and toss the balls without ever touching them. Use only your pop-pass tool to catch and toss and see how many times you can go without dropping the ball!
If you're willing to get a little creative, this giant parachute allows for several outdoor games. See how many balls you can get in the air without dropping any for example, or see how many kids you can get under the parachute before it runs out of air and deflates.
This game is super fun, unique, challenging, and perfect for team-building activities.
Get some more target practice in with this foam ball popper toy air gun set. Perfect for outdoor play and fun for kids ages 8+.
If your kids like going on scavenger or treasure hunts, this outdoor scavenger hunt game is going to make their day. This team-building game comes with everything you need to put together your own outdoor scavenger hunt. Challenge your kids' minds and bodies while they enjoy the great outdoors.
This set of outdoor games includes potato sacks, eggs and spoons, and more for some fun, outdoor challenges. Put together your own relay race or play each game individually.
Kids who love to wrestle and rough house will absolutely love these body bumpers, and they'll stay safe while enjoying their rough and tumble activities.
This set of outdoor giant board games actually includes several different games, all of which are appropriate for playing outside. Enjoy a new game every day of the week!
You might think this magnetic fishing game is best played indoors, but actually, if you set up a kiddie pool outside, your kids can enjoy fishing from the safety of their own backyard! See how many fishes they can catch.
This outdoor game is kind of like laser tag, only you use water and water guns instead. Stay cool while getting some exercise and having a blast! (No pun intended.)
This pass the potato game is simple but perfect for enjoying during an outdoor party. Play while sitting or while standing, with a small group or with a large.
I hope you enjoy these fun outdoor games! Play these outside games with your kids this summer. The perfect way to get them away from their screens and other devices this summer.
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Free Printable Games
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