Best Yard Game Overall
GoSports Classic Cornhole Set
Best Yard Game Overall
GoSports Classic Cornhole Set
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Pros
- Universal appeal for any age
- Weatherproof design
- Sturdy construction
- Comes with a carrying bag
- Available in a variety of designs
- Regulation size
Cons
- Some may not like the look of the engineered wood material
If you were born in the last century, chances are you’ve probably played cornhole. It’s cheap to buy (or build your own), easy to set up, and even easier to learn and play, making it a fan favorite for everyone from young kids to can’t-put-their-phone-down teenagers to tipsy grandparents. If you have eyes and can throw a bean bag, you’ve got everything you need to play.
This top-rated set comes with several designs to choose from, plus eight bags and a travel case. Our favorite design is the football field—perfect for game day tailgates.
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The Coolest Yard Game
Swooc Giant Kick Darts
The Coolest Yard Game
Swooc Giant Kick Darts
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Pros
- Electric air pump can blow up the board in 10 minutes
- Comes with 15 suggested games to play
- Comes with 4 kick balls total
- Fun for all ages
Cons
- Need space to play the game
Giant kick darts was definitely not around when your dad was growing up, and quite frankly he missed out. This game is like the name suggests: position the ball and kick it up onto the six-foot blowup dart board. Along with the dart board, you get four kick balls total, a kickball pump, and electric air pump for the dart board, four ground stakes, and a reusable dry erase scoreboard with market.
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Best Competitive Yard Game
Spikeball Standard 3 Ball Kit
Best Competitive Yard Game
Spikeball Standard 3 Ball Kit
Pros
- Regulation size
- More athletic than most on this list
- Easy to learn and play
- Entire kit packs into a go-anywhere backpack
Cons
- Not as feature loaded as premium kit
Volleyball is a blast, but it’s hardly a portable party game. Spikeball takes all the fun, strategy, and skill of volleyball and packs it into a compact, go-anywhere kit that fits into a backpack. Like volleyball, each team of two players gets three chances to play the ball, but instead of playing over a net, they play off of it. There are no boundaries, so it’s a little more athletic than most other yard games on this list. Still, it’s easy to learn and play, even with an adult beverage in hand. This set features everything you need for official, regulation play. It’s a bit pricey at nearly $100, but a simpler, pared-down Rookie Kit is available for around $20 less.
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Most Underrated Yard Game
Ayeboovi Toss and Catch Ball Game
Most Underrated Yard Game
Ayeboovi Toss and Catch Ball Game
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Pros
- Easy to store and travel with
- Ball is much softer than if you played catch with a hard baseball
- Comes in a set of 4
Cons
- Balls will wear down over time
This game fell out of fashion for a period, but we’re dang happy it’s back. It’s pretty self explanatory: throw the tennis ball and catch it with the sticky velcro mitts. We love this set because it’s under $40 and comes with four balls, four mitts, and a mesh storage bag.
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An Age Appropriate Classic
BasketPong Giant Yard Pong Basket Ball Game
An Age Appropriate Classic
BasketPong Giant Yard Pong Basket Ball Game
Pros
- Basketball theme makes it more appealing for all ages
- Comes with 2 basketballs
- Comes with a carrying case
- Cool designs and well made product
Cons
- More expensive than most games on this list
It’s true you could buy a giant beer pong set for a lot cheaper, but really the promotion of what is often associated with drinking alcohol is probably not the best idea if you play on playing with kids. This basketball version is a lot more well made and has a much cooler design. It comes with an actual carrying case for easy carry and storage. You get two mini basketballs too, which of course can be used on a portable basketball goal.
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Best Yard Game Under $50
Bottle Bash Outdoor Flying Disc Game Set
Best Yard Game Under $50
Bottle Bash Outdoor Flying Disc Game Set
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Pros
- Under $50
- Packs down into travel-friendly bag
- Super fun to play at the beach too
Cons
- Not the easiest to play when it’s windy out
This game is great because you can play it competitively or for fun (with a drink in your hand). It works by placing the two sticks a distance apart and then setting the plastic bottles on each. Points are scored by which teams can toss the frisbee to knock the bottle down onto the ground.
It comes with two packable aluminum poles, two plastic bottles, one frisbee, and one carrying bag.
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Best Bocce Ball Yard Set
Mark and Graham Bocce Ball Game Set
Best Bocce Ball Yard Set
Mark and Graham Bocce Ball Game Set
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Pros
- Handsome set with a gift-worthy carrying case
- Easy-to-learn game
- No setup required
- Compact design is great for travel or camping
Cons
- A little pricey (for a bocce set)
Bocce might be one of the most universally loved yard games. It’s timeless, easy to learn, and all the necessary pieces pack down into a compact bag that’s easy to take beyond the backyard for camping or travel. Plus, it’s a versatile game that works well for anywhere between two to eight players. This set comes with four balls and a white pailino target ball—all with a classic design. It comes with a carrying case you can pay extra to personalize.
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Best Family-Friendly Yard Game
Swooc Reclaimed Giant Tower Game
Best Family-Friendly Yard Game
Swooc Reclaimed Giant Tower Game
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Pros
- Beautiful, solid wood design
- Easy to learn
- Smooth finish pieces minimize snagging and sticking
- Includes sturdy carry crate that doubles as a game table
- Made from sustainably sourced New Zealand pine
- Lifetime warranty against splitting, cracking, and warping
Cons
- Pricey when not on sale
This set takes all the fun of traditional Jenga and blows it up to a whopping five-foot-tall outdoor-friendly yard game. This set is made from upcycled New Zealand pine, so it’s a whole lot nicer looking than your traditional indoor Jenga set. Sixty blocks in total stack with a starting height of 2.5 feet, and can double before toppling over. The company’s Smooth Pull finish ensures you never have to worry about sticking pieces prematurely ending your game. Plus, it all comes in a gift-worthy storage crate that doubles as a game table, so it’s ready to go at your next backyard get-together.
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A classic tailgate game
Kan Jam Disc Toss Game Set
A classic tailgate game
Kan Jam Disc Toss Game Set
Pros
- Fun and easy to learn
- Ultra-portable design
- Great for tailgates
Cons
- May be too challenging for some ages
KanJam takes all the fun of cornhole and adds Frisbees to the mix. Two teams of two compete by tossing their Frisbees at their opponent’s cans. Points are earned by hitting the can or slam dunking the disc directly into the top of the can. The first team to 21 points wins. But, either team can secure an instant victory by landing their Frisbee directly into a slot cut into the opposing team’s can. Like most yard games on this list, it’s extremely easy to learn but more challenging to master than cornhole and bocce.
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Best Yard game under $25
Mattell Games Toss Across
Best Yard game under $25
Mattell Games Toss Across
Pros
- More engaging for kids to play instead of cornhole
- More strategy involved
- Under $25
This game is essentially cornhole with more strategy involved. The fact it’s a tic-tac-toe board also appeals to kids, as they can keep up with the score much easier than having to rely on counting and memorizing the score on a regular cornhole board. It comes with six bean bags and the board. There’s no carrying case, but we’d counter that qualm with the fact the game is just $22.
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Best Ladder Toss Yard Game
GoSports Gigantoss Giant-Sized Ladder Toss Set
Best Ladder Toss Yard Game
GoSports Gigantoss Giant-Sized Ladder Toss Set
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Pros
- Easy to learn and great fun for any age
- Lightweight design is easy to transport and setup
- Durable, weatherproof PVC construction
- Oversized design is durable and easier to use
Cons
- Jumbo size not quite as portable as other yard games on this list
It’s every bit as universal and crowd-pleasing as cornhole, so everyone from kids to adults to grandparents can have fun. The Gigantoss set from GoSports is just like a traditional ladder ball set, but biggie-sized with a 54-inch-tall ladder and 21-inch-long bolo balls with thicker, more durable rope. The durable PVC construction makes it lightweight, durable, and weatherproof. However, the Gigantoss version is not quite as portable as other yard games on this list and it is a little pricier at nearly $90. The basic Standard Size version is smaller and $50 less, however.
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