Here’s a round-up of some of THE BEST Summer Backyard Games and Outdoor Activities for kids! Lots of DIY ideas that are budget friendly too!
DIY Sidewalk Foam Paint – puffy paint that is easy to make with things you probably have around the house! Get the directions from The Tiptoe Fairy
Water Balloon Piñatas by Milk Allergy Mom
DIY Kiddle Pool Fountain – so fun! Directions by Our Pastimes
Bean bag toss using painted clay pots! Tutorial by Mod Podge Rocks
Glow in the Dark Capture the Flag – details at Let’s Get Together
Squirt Gun Painting by Fireflies & Mudpies
DIY Sand & Water play station made from pallets by 99 Pallet Ideas
DIY Garden Tic Tac Toe by Chicken Scratch NY
DIY Giant Connect Four by Home Depot
DIY Outdoor Giant Chess Set by DIY Network
Buy the giant chess pieces on AMAZON here. (affiliate link)
Giant Bubbles Recipe by Busy Kids Happy Mom
DIY Outdoor Ker-plunk by All Parenting
Super cool DIY Backyard Beach by Classy Clutter
Gutter Boat Races via Pinterest (source unknown)
Jump Rope Songs – I love these! by Five Little Chefs
DIY Sprinkler Relay by Lil Luna
DIY Homemade Bubble Station by Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons
DIY Pallet Mud Kitchen by Modern Survival Living
Sand Slime recipe by Growing a Jeweled Rose
Giant Bowling available on Amazon here. (affiliate link)
Hula Hoop Hideout made from Dollar Store supplies – directions on Alanna George
DIY Kids Car Wash – by Raising Whasians
Backyard Twister by Styles at Life
DIY Tire Climbing Tower by Blessings Overflowing
Ice Block Treasure Hunt – super cool! By Macaroni Kid
DIY backyard drive-in movie theater via Pinterest (source unknown)
