Easy DIY Summer Barbeque Games for All Ages

Welcome to the dog days of summer! To max out your summer fun, we recommend adding a pinch of playfulness to your next barbeque, no matter the age of the party guests. These DIY games can be thrown together in a matter of hours and will create memories that will last long after the weather turns.

Try these easy summer barbeque games for a party to remember.

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Classic games made giant

Feeling nostalgic? Take your favorite childhood board game and recreate it (giant size) with blocks of wood!

What makes this idea so great is the games should last for years when properly taken care of. Read: protect them from the sprinklers!

Because wooden cubes can be found at just about any craft store, giant Yahtzee is an easy project to recreate. You can paint, burn, or etch in the die numbers.

Another great game to recreate mega size is Jenga. Depending on if you purchase the blocks or cut them from 2x4s, this project could require a bit more work.

Once you’ve got the blocks, grab house paints in your favorite colors to jazz them up or use various wood stains for a more masculine look.

 

A twist on the water balloon fight

Both kids and adults who are kids at heart will enjoy a creative water game. Make it a little trickier to get one another wet by combining a water balloon fight with another classic game.

Water balloon baseball is a really easy option. Plastic bats will be safe and worry free and can be found at most toy stores. Fill up the water balloons and watch as mayhem ensues. Be aware that broken water balloon pieces are potential choking hazards for little ones and pets, so be sure to collect the debris as the game goes on.

Another wacky way to play with water balloons is to hang them from tree branches like piñatas. On a hot summer day, a splash of water is better than candy…even to kids.

 

Ring toss customized to your party theme

Creating a DIY ring toss game is a great opportunity for incorporating your party theme. From tropical to rustic to vintage…ring toss can take on just about any style. Find toys or interesting objects to serve as the base of the game or simply paint bottles with your desired theme.

These flamingoes can be stuck straight into the ground or a placed in a cute planter filled with sand or soil.

For a fun and easy DIY version, decorate bottles, a wooden crate and embroidery frames in your desired party colors.

 

An assortment of games with a DIY sign!

Don’t have time to make games from scratch? No worries! To add a personal touch to your summer entertaining in a flash, make a sign but buy or borrow the games.

Some easy and affordable summer backyard games include:

• Croquet
• Badminton
• Bocce ball
• Bean bag toss

Arrange them in an area of the lawn and create a large, eye-catching sign to make sure guests don’t miss out on the fun.

This is an excellent idea for large parties that will be spread out over a big property. Check out this cute wooden sign:

This DIY chalkboard sign can be reused again and again for many parties and purposes.

With these awesome DIYs, the fun will soar just as high as the temperatures. Which summer games will you be trying out this month? Let us know in the comments below!