Fun Backyard Activities for the Whole Family
The warm weather is finally here – can I get a Hallelujah! Now’s the time for backyard BBQs, lazing about in the hammock, indulging in some fun summery treats, and of course, setting aside work in favour of some fun backyard family activities. These are some of my favorites.

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15+ Fun Backyard Family Activities:

Build a Maze Using Sticks from Mother Natured
DIY America Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls
Family Camping Activities for the Backyard from Edventures with Kids
DIY Outdoor Chalkboard from Rhythms of Play
Family Night Fun messy Games from Lasting Thumbprints
DIY Oversized Outdoor Dominoes from The Quiet Grove
How to Build a Mud Kitchen from Megan Zeni
DIY Skee Ball and Darts Combination from Kara Carrero
DIY Splash Pad from Ginger Casa
How to Make a Kite from Buggy and Buddy
Frisbee Tic Tac Toe from One Creative Mommy
Paper Airplane Races from Creative Family Fun
Plastic Bottle Bowling from Reuse Grow Enjoy
Pool Noodle Games from Mission to Save
Sandbox Volcano from Little Bins for Little Hands
If you’d rather buy some backyard fun equipment, here are our favorites: