Fun Backyard Summer Games for Your Outdoor Living Space
Activities and games to make your home the best place to live and play this summer in Central Florida.
From barbecue to s’mores by the fire pit, there are so many fun ways to enjoy your outdoor living space. Backyard games are a classic way to add some zest to your days in sunny Central Florida. We’ve compiled a list of some easy to implement summer games for you to enjoy this summer. From classics to some with a Floridian twist, these games are sure to be a hit!
Horseshoe
For those of us looking for more of a minimalist theme to our outdoor game collection, horseshoe is a perfect fit. With an easy setup, this classic game pairs well with any summer barbecue. The game of horseshoe can be created the traditional way with real horseshoes or you can easily purchase a set that is made of lighter materials for all ages to safely play. The beauty of this game is that it allows for casual conversation throughout the game which can be a great way to catch up with family and friends while enjoying your yard.
Foosball
This is not a typo we are not recommending a tackle sport in the heat, although if that is your thing go for it! Foosball, also called table soccer, is such a fun investment for your home. Foosball tables are about the same size as a ping pong table but without the reality of chasing a flying ping pong ball. The game can be played with 2-4 players, the tables are easy to maintain, and they are great for younger players too. You might need to add a little bench for younger players but other than that you’re good to go! You can put this in your screened room or sunroom which make for great bonus game rooms. Foosball tables can easily fit under a pergola and they can also be something very nice to have near your outdoor kitchen. Turn your space into the perfect place to have some sports fun. Turn on an Orlando City or Orlando Pride soccer match, bring out your favorite drinks and have some foosball fun to create the best hangout spot in town.
Flamingo Ring Toss
This is a true tribute to a Florida home and the concept is exactly what you might be envisioning—lawn flamingos and plastic rings for the ultimate Florida summer game. Grab some fun lawn flamingos from your local store or online along with some plastic rings and create your own customized ring toss! The cool part about this game is that you can get flamingos with different necks, some bending down others curving up, for a more challenging ring toss. If you don’t want to put the flamingos in the grass or want to include this game in a screened in room, you can always put the flamingos in different planting pots or buckets for game setup. Make it really classic and put the flamingos in the front yard all summer long and have the rings ready to play whenever!
Dominos
On the topic of celebrating Florida summer fun, why not pay a tribute to our fun neighbors in Miami with some dominos! Did you know you can still find people outside playing dominos in parks and on Calle Ocho in Little Havana? Grab a cafecito, or your favorite iced coffee, and play some dominos by your pool or under the pergola during summer afternoons. Want to really make it official? Play at 3:05pm—the official coffee time and zip code down in Miami! Now, for a big summer twist, invest in giant dominos! Yes they exist and are great for your backyard. Having a nice set of dominos, giant or small, is a great game to have for family and guests of varying ages and one that we really recommend having on hand.
Bocce Ball
If you have a pergola, you can give this game a classic feel by giving the instructions to your guests under the pergola noting that this game dates back to the Roman empire. Bocce ball is a very classic outdoor game that is perfect for your backyard and can be played in teams of two, four or eight.
Lawn Bowling
Who in the world knew the origins of bowling date all that way back to ancient Egypt? If this ball and pin game has lasted this long, it must be a good crowd pleaser! Not only is this classic sure to be a crowd pleaser, it is easy to setup and easy to takedown when not in use. The neat part about lawn bowling is that there are so many styles to choose from if you decide to purchase a set. For a fun eco-friendly version of this, you can do a DIY summer craft using 2Liter bottles, water bottles, or other creative recycled materials around the house and play near your kid friendly garden!
Hook and Ring Toss
We cannot forget this extremely easy addition to any outdoor space that the absolute perfect game to have handy! A hook and ring toss, you can purchase one or create one yourself but surely this is a must. It is small enough to even add to the side of a pergola, near your pool, on your porch, or near the grill. It is the perfect little addition for a time when you just want to unwind. You do it while waiting on something on the grill, with some casual conversation, or just a little something to do when you want to spend some time enjoying the outside.
Whether you decide to have all of the games or just a few, our goal for you is that you thoroughly enjoy your entire living space. After all, it is a place you worked so hard to create and we are here to make sure you make excellent use out of every space you have. We are here to help you make your outdoor living space the best version it can be. Contact us today at 1-407-368-9584.