25 Best Backyard Games for Summer Fun

This backyard classic never gets old—especially when it comes in a set this stylish. With oak wood mallets, balls in trendy shades like olive and mustard, and a heavy-duty black canvas bag for easy toting, this handsome set is sure to impress your guests while offering hours of good old-fashioned fun.

Put your whole crew to the test with a timeless game of tug of war. Made from soft yet durable cotton rope and finished with a classic red center flag, this set makes it easy to turn any backyard hang into a little friendly competition. It even comes with medals for up to 18 winners!

Skip the usual lawn games and go Scandinavian this summer with Scatter, a Finnish-inspired lawn game that’s popping up in yards across the U.S. Part bowling, part math challenge, this easy-to-learn game is simple enough for beginners but competitive enough to keep everyone coming back for another round.

A safer, softer twist on the classic backyard game, this rubber horseshoe set is perfect for players of all ages, particularly the little ones. It comes with everything you need for indoor or outdoor play, including stakes, mats, and a handy mesh bag to keep it all together.

Looking for a game that’ll keep teens, adults, and even a few brave kids entertained for hours? Spikeball brings the heat. This fast-paced game is part volleyball, part four square, and 100% fun. Best of all, it sets up in minutes and works on grass, sand, or even indoors—so the fun doesn’t have to stop when the weather turns!

Take the classic game of Tic-Tac-Toe, add some bean bags, and you’ve got Toss Across—a backyard game that’s fun for the whole family. To play, simply aim your bean bags at the triangular targets and try to line up three in a row. It’s a fun, simple challenge that’ll have your friends and family hooked in no time!

This game was a big hit with both parents and grandparents, who loved how it encouraged kids to get outdoors and take a break from screens. Plus, it comes with a handy carrying case for storage and travel. One 5-star reviewer shared, “Bought the game to keep the kids busy while camping. They had a blast playing family games together instead of glued to their tablets. Game is easy to transport and pack around for fun everywhere!”

Competition will be fierce for this jumbo 4-to-score game. It’s even offered in a few fun colors so you can choose one that matches your style perfectly. Reviewers rave about this set’s easy setup, clever built-in storage, and how it steals the show at special events, from birthday parties to backyard BBQs. “It was a huge hit at our graduation party last year…now the family enjoys it every time we are outside!”

This pickleball set scores big for its vibrant paddle colors, handy storage bag, and durable design that holds up game after game. As one reviewer raved, “If you’re a beginner or casual player looking for a good balance of power, control, and affordability, this paddle is a great option!” Looking to find out more about this viral game? We have a whole guide to pickleball, too!

A ring toss game is a backyard summer staple, and it’s always a good idea to have a portable set you can bring to neighborhood parties or family gatherings. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities.

Whether you’re a serious athlete or just want to hit the ball around for fun, this volleyball set is good to have on hand. It comes with all the essentials, including a volleyball, steel poles, net, boundary lines, carrying bag, and even a ball pump. All that’s left to do is get your serve in order.

Cornhole is a classic summer game, and this top-rated set is complete with bean bags and a carrying case for easy transport to the lake, beach, or straight from the garage to the backyard.

On the other hand, for those who want to DIY their cornhole boards or just need a new set of bags, these weather-resistant finds are double-stitched to safely toss over and over, and they’re available in more than 25 different color combinations.

Bocce ball is another crowd favorite, and this set’s backed by thousands of positive reviews. For less than $40, its classic resin balls feature premium construction and vibrant colors to ensure they stand out in the grass.

Ladder golf is another perfect game for all ages, and this set comes with a travel carrying case that makes it easy to bring from place to place. Choose from the classic or pro version and get excited for a fast assembly that takes less than five minutes.

Perfect to bring to the lake or on a camping trip, this giant wood tower stands at five feet tall and is available in a variety of stains, including natural wood, gray wood, and tropical hardwood. It even comes in a stars and stripes pattern for the 4th of July. So fun!

To keep the little ones occupied, this turtle target action game comes with four self-stick beanbags and a numbered target with a stand to keep them focused while developing hand-eye coordination skills. It’s also great for number recognition and counting.

On the other hand, this inflatable set with a sprinkling slide and aqua pool provides an action-packed area to splash around in for hours. It’s recommended for kids ages 3-4 years and will instantly turn any backyard into a mini waterpark.

Baseball is a game the whole family can play. This set has great reviews for its lightweight plastic bat, plastic balls, and four bases, so all you have to focus on is hitting a home run.

Combining golf and cornhole, this exciting hybrid game comes with a small target, hitting mat, 16 foam balls, and a carrying case. It’s the ultimate backyard game to try this season.

For those who prefer a more classic game of golf, this pop-up chipping net is the perfect addition to any backyard. It measures at just 12” by 12” when folded and 25” by 25” when open, making it non-invasive and ultra-portable.

The little ones won’t be able to leave this light-up bubble machine, which bursts out up to 1,000 bubbles per minute thanks to its eight bubble blowing wands. Place it in the middle of the backyard or in the shade for hours of fun.

For tweens and older kids, this giant bubble kit is a great way to have some fun while testing their concentration. Choose from a standard kit, a family kit, a space-themed kit, or a unicorn kit.