19 Yard Games to Maximize Summer Fun in Style

Ideal for both backyard and beach play, this cheerful paddle set from Serena & Lily is designed with neoprene handle handles for a strong grip and features wood paddles to pay homage to the game’s Brazilian roots. For easy transportation, it comes with a durable carry bag that doubles as a beach bag.

While the BBQ’s warming up, strike up a game of badminton with this easily portable set that includes two racquets and two shuttlecocks in a sleek white design.

Sharpen your coordination skills with this ladder ball game painted in chic black-and-white. The set, which includes two ladders and six ropes, is made of an easy-to-clean matte-finish acacia wood.

The whole family will enjoy this splurgy monochrome white Ping-Pong tabletop, which is modern, stylish, and designed for outdoor use. Made of solid polyethylene, it’s just as functional and durable as it is design-forward. The net and paddles also come in three color combinations: cornflower blue, spa green, and medium gray.

For a clean, minimalistic approach to lawn games, this bocce ball set comes with solid black and white resin balls engraved with curvilinear detail. The set also includes an attractive canvas carrying tote, score pad, instruction manual, and writing tools. It’s the whole package. 

Reimagine the classic board game Yahtzee as yardzee with these colossal dice crafted from pinewood. The set includes six giant dice measuring 3.5 inches each.

Whether you want to live out your Heathers fantasy or gather the whole family for a spirited game of croquet, do it with this French-made set from Garrett Wade. It includes four mallets and matching balls, two wooden stakes, nine metal wickets, and even a handy carrying case with built-in wheels.

Some of the best lawn games don’t require fancy equipment at all. In this case, all you’ll need for a classic game of keep-it-up is this delightfully colorful volleyball from Anthropologie’s collaboration with Edie Parker.

Ring toss is a classic yard game that can bring the whole family together. This option from Anthropologie has a nostalgic feel with its striped wooden pegs and rope rings.

Giant jenga is a tried-and-true game that gets everyone involved in the fun—and Sunnylife’s jumbo version will have the whole party gathered around. It comes in gorgeous ombré blue and green hues to compliment the ocean.

Made from gold- and silver-coated steel, this version of the Western-inspired horseshoe game will blend in seamlessly with a modern aesthetic. It comes with four horseshoes and easy-to-remove pegs so you can set up the game in less than five minutes.

What’s better than a regular game of tic-tac-toe? Oversized tic-tac-toe, of course. And it gets extra points because Maisonette is a pool-friendly checkerboard that’s easy to store and will definitely add a fun decor element to your backyard.

Connect four is a kid-friendly yard game that can be played by all age groups. A giant connect four board will have the whole family gathered around, and it’s sure to bring a competitive spirit to any barbecue.

Show your friends and family an old-school game that’s been around for over 200 years by adding the Elakai croquet set to your lawn game arsenal. It comes with six mallets and balls, so you can play with a larger group. Plus, the vibrantly colored balls make for easy scorekeeping and add a playful feel to the game.

There are so many dice games out there today and this set of oversized dice provides ample opportunity for fun. The dice are made from New Zealand pine wood to ensure durability and the outdoor game set also comes with laminated score sheets to allow for some friendly competition.

With its roots in Swedish viking history, Kubb is a family game that brings everyone together. The premium set is made with kiln-dried rubberwood, so you don’t have to worry about the longevity of the game. The set comes with 10 kubb blocks, six dowels, one king, and four corner stakes—all you have to do is get it set up and begin to play.

Though this toss game looks simple at first glance, it requires careful aim and precision, making it a must-have for a spirited get-together. This version has a golf theme—you have to place the ball on the tee—and comes with easy-to-follow instructions for mounting it to the wall.