10 Outdoor Party Games for Ultimate Fun
Outdoor activities are restricted due to a lack of space and time. However, to relieve all the stress, one should plan such activities. Outdoor party games enhances the social gatherings.
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Here is the list of selected 10 party games that help relieve stress. It is also a chance to involve everyone and enjoy the party.
All the games listed develop motor skills, develop problem-solving skills, and enhance physical fitness and teamwork.
1. Scavenger Hunt
It is the best game to keep everyone engaged.
- In this game, items are concealed in outdoor locations, and clues are given to guide players.
- It can be played solo or in teams.
Mostly, the game is played by the teams in the offices, colleges, and gatherings as it enhances team building.
- A time limit can be established for locating the items as well.
For this, create a list of items to find or challenges to complete around the party area.
2. Lawn Twister
This is one of the outdoor party games which envolves flexibility test.
- The game is very delightful and fun. It’s a pleasure to exercise.
Use spray paint to draw a Twister board on the lawn.
- Generally, 24 circles are drawn for 4 players.
- With every new player addition, six circles are increased.
3. Giant Jenga
It is a tabletop game. However, giant jenga, when played outdoors, adds enormous entertainment to the party.
- In this game, the players take out the blocks sequentially and place them at the top of the tower.
- The aim is to take out the block without falling off the tower.
`Set up a large version of this popular tabletop game.
4. Water Balloon Toss
Water balloon toss is played in pairs.
- Divide the water balloons and stand in front of each other, tossing the balloons back and forth.
- Fill water balloons and have players pair up for a friendly tossing competition.
The pair with intact water balloons wins the game.
5. Lawn Obstacle Course
- In this variation of outdoor party games, obstacles are created using any object, and the player has to hop over the obstacle without touching and falling the obstacle.
- For this, create a course with challenges like tire runs, balance beams, and ball tosses.
6. Capture the Flag
- In this traditional game, the players have to capture the flag of the other team and have to return to their base without being caught by the other team.
Divide players into teams and hide flags for them to find and defend.
7. Outdoor Movie Night
The movie under the starry sky adds thrill to the party.
- Set up a projector or big screen for a movie under the stars.
8. Lawn Games Tournament
For this type of outdoor party games, host a tournament of games like cornhole, horseshoes, or croquet.
- Cornhole is an acclaimed game in which the board with holes approx. with 6 inches in diameter are hanged 12 inches above ground.
The players have to throw the bean bags on the board, and they get points by landing the bags on the board.
The bean bags are small cloth bags with beans inside. Each player has 20 seconds to throw the bags. The time limit can be changed or decided.
- Horseshoe is a cherished game in Canada.
In this game, the horseshoe is thrown as close as the stake or encircle them. The players earn points based on how close their horseshoes are to the stake.
- Croquet is a yard game where players hit the balls through a series of wickets or hoops.
9. Glow-in-the-Dark Games
- These games are played at night. Use glow materials for play.
It may be Frisbee, soccer, or volleyball.
- The other variation includes the hidden color sticks.
The winners should find and hold the most green (or any color of choice) sticks.
10. Backyard Olympics
- Set up stations for varied games, like badminton, ring toss, and shot put.
Arrange the equipment and setup the needed requirement.
These outdoor party games are incorporated on various occasions and create memorable and interactive experiences.