Your wedding day is a celebration of love, joy, and togetherness. What better way to bring everyone together and enjoying the afternoon or evening than with some entertaining and interactive backyard games? Here are five great backyard games to keep your guests engaged and having fun all day long.
1. Cornhole: The Classic Crowd-Pleaser
Cornhole is a timeless favorite that everyone can enjoy. This simple yet competitive game involves tossing bean bags onto a raised platform with a hole in it. The goal is to score points by landing your bags on the board or, even better, in the hole. It’s a perfect game for all ages and skill levels. Plus, it’s a great way to get guests mingling and having a good time while waiting for the main events.
Cornhole boards can be customized to feature the couple’s name, initials, wedding date, etc. Brings a great wedding vibe to the party and serves as a great decoration with the customization as well!
Here’s a great cornhole set that is simple and beautiful wood, and here’s an article for more details about why we believe cornhole is such a great wedding activity.
2. Giant Tumbling Timbers: A Towering Challenge
Take the classic Jenga game to a whole new level with a giant version. Guests will love the thrill of stacking and removing oversized wooden blocks, all while trying to avoid causing a spectacular collapse. Giant Tumbling Timbers is not only fun but also a great icebreaker, encouraging teamwork and friendly competition. Just be prepared for some heart-stopping moments as the tower teeters!
This is another great game that can be customized. Yardgames.com has a great customizable version or just a plain, gorgeous stained pine version as well.
3. Giant Connect Four: Strategic Fun
Giant 4 Connect adds a twist to the traditional game, making it larger-than-life and even more engaging. Players take turns dropping colored discs into the vertical grid, aiming to get four in a row while blocking their opponent’s moves. It’s a strategic and exciting game that can quickly become the center of attention. Plus, the oversized pieces are visually striking and add a playful element to your wedding décor.
If you are really wanting, you could definitely spray paint the colored discs to match your wedding colors to further add to your décor! The wood on the set linked above would compliment a variety of colors well.
4. Giant Chess or Checkers: A Game of Wits
For those who enjoy a more low activity challenge, giant chess or giant checkers is the perfect choice. Set up a large game board on the lawn and watch as guests engage in battles of strategy and intellect. Whether it’s a friendly game of checkers or a more intense chess match, these classic games are sure to captivate and entertain. They also provide a great opportunity for guests to relax and enjoy some quiet time between more active games.
5. Ladder Golf: Toss and Score
Ladder golf, also known as ladder toss, is a fun and addictive game that’s easy to learn and play. Players take turns throwing bolas (two balls connected by a string) at a ladder-like structure, aiming to land them on the rungs to score points. The higher the rung, the more points earned. It’s a game of skill and precision that will have guests competing and cheering each other on. Ladder golf is a fantastic way to bring a bit of friendly rivalry to your wedding festivities.
Check out our recent Ladder Toss review as well!
Conclusion: Play and Celebrate!
Incorporating backyard games into your wedding is a fantastic way to create a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. Whether your guests are tossing bean bags in cornhole, strategizing their moves in giant chess, or carefully removing blocks in giant Jenga, these games provide endless entertainment and memorable moments. Set up these five amazing games at your backyard wedding reception and watch as laughter and fun fill the air, making your special day even more unforgettable for your guests.
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