25 Best Outdoor Games to Play at Your Next Backyard Party

Bring the classic Yahtzee dice game outdoors with these extra-large wooden blocks! The kid-friendly set includes 6 lightweight wood dice, 5 double-sided scorecards for Yardzee & Farkle, a collapsable bucket, and a dry-erase marker.

Everyone needs this lawn game. The objective is simple: Knock down wooden blocks with batons. It’s a blast for all ages!

Who says connect four is reserved for a tabletop? Take it to the blacktop (or the grass) with a super-sized version! Two players will take turns inserting their jumbo coins to try and form a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal line of all the same color.

Try this creative game that combines the ideas of cornhole, washer toss, and disc golf into one tower. It's portable and easy to set up and take down.

This super popular game is similar to volleyball, but without all the fuss of setting up a big net! The two-on-two game is just as entertaining, though! Players will bounce a ball off the circular net towards their opponents, who will have three passes between them to send the ball back. If they miss, the other players score. The first team to 21 wins!

This chic and classic croquet set is also travel-friendly. Throw it in the trunk and take it to the park or on your next family road trip. It features six wood cushion-capped mallets, balls, weather-protected wire wickets, and a carrying case.

The game everyone is playing in Paris is...actually Finnish? It's true! This game has blown up recently because it requires a fun mix of strategy, skill, and luck. Think if bowling and billiards had a baby, and throw in some blackjack too.

Think of all the fun of Jenga—but make it giant! The large scale makes it even funnier when the tower comes tumbling down. These blocks are made from hardwood and come with a carrying case for easy clean up.

These giant dominos are perfect for playing outside, by the pool, or at the park! Conveniently store and transport them in the included cloth bag.

This set has a little bit of everything, so everyone is happy! Start by testing your precision skills with foam axe throwing, then move on to the other two classics.

A ring toss is always a crowd-pleaser, and this game is a fan favorite with Amazon shoppers! "Great for the whole family. It's so simple, but good to get the kids outside having fun as a family," wrote one reviewer.

Perfect for a summer tailgate, this family-friendly game is a hit for all ages. Place the buckets farther away each time you play.

This game’s been a bestseller summer after summer—and for good reason! It’s portable, versatile, and great for team bonding.

There's a reason why this game is trending so big right now! Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong using a paddle and plastic ball for an exciting game that offers something for everyone. This set has everything you need to play—including a net!

If golf is more your cup of tee (get it?) roll out this unique version of putt putt! Two to four players can compete to score the most points by putting onto the specific target greens over a nine-round tournament. Up the ante by knocking off your competitor's golf balls!

Get your volley on with this set that includes everything you need to hold your own tournament! There's a standard volleyball net, steel poles, official volleyballs, an inflation pump with a needle, boundary line and a carry bag. It's all easily portable, too!

Cornhole is simple yet oh-so addictive! Test your throwing skills and see who can toss more bean bags in the "cornhole." We love this one because it can be played one-on-one or in teams of two.

If you're looking for a version of this old-school game that's also kid-friendly, this set is your best bet. The rubber design makes the horseshoes lightweight and easy to handle for all ages!

Everyone will want to spend hours outdoors when they're bowling with a set as gorgeous as this one! The pins and balls are handcrafted from Hevea wood and finished with a weather-resistant lacquer. And look at that carrying case!

Watch out for those flying bolos! Seriously though, don't worry—they're soft rubber and kid-friendly. This set comes with two tall ladders and a portable bag for easy storage and transport.