Popular Backyard and Tailgating Games

Natasha Lee
Horseshoes

Natasha Lee
Combo Bocce Ball Court and Horseshoe Pit

Scorecard

Cornhole Toss

Kevin Kelliher
Croquet

Lawn Twister

Eric Perry
Ring Toss
This couldn't be easier to make. Upcycle some old bottles (plastic or glass), pack them into a wood crate or sturdy cardboard box. Check the craft store for lightweight wood rings, if not, use plastic shower curtain rings.

Giant Jenga-Style Tumbling Tower Game

Lawn Bowling

Ladder Golf

California Redwood Association
Chess Anyone?

Grassy Chess Board

Checkers

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All Paver Chess Board

Putting Green

Backyard Putting Green

Jamie Rector © 2012, HGTV/Scripps Networks, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Movie Night

Open Air Cinema
Inflatable Screen
