Some adult outdoor games are, well… boring. But not these! If you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, planning a summer party, or just want to get a group laughing under the sun, this list of hilarious outdoor games for adults is exactly what you need.
These aren’t your typical lawn games. They’re high-energy, wildly creative, and guaranteed to turn your gathering into a party everyone remembers. Even your most reserved guests won’t be able to resist jumping in on the fun!
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Hilarious Adult Outdoor Party Games With A Twist
1. Dizzy Bat Relay
Place your forehead on a bat, spin 10 times, then try to run in a straight line. Then, run back to the starting line and tag the next person in line. It’s harder (and funnier) than it sounds.
2. Wheelbarrow Race Remix
One person rides in a wheelbarrow, blindfolded, while the other navigates an obstacle course. They must weave through cones and grab softballs off the cones while they are blindfolded. The next two players then make their way back and must put the balls back on the cones. The first team to complete the relay wins!
3. Tipsy Waiter
Spin around 8–10 times, then pick up and carry a tray of full water cups across the yard. Try not to spill as you race to fill a bucket! The first team to fill their bucket wins!
4. Giant Yard Pong
Oversized solo cups + rubber balls = giant pong yard fun. Set it up in the yard and get your competitive spirit ready.
5. Scavenger Hunt (Adult Edition)
Hide adult-themed items or use a printable hunt with tricky clues. Split into teams and play.
Other adult scavenger hunt ideas:
- Alphabet Hunt: Take a photo of a place, object, or person for each letter of the alphabet.
- Photo Scavenger Hunt: Break into teams and head out into the neighborhood to take photos that match a predetermined list.
6. Paddle Ball Game Court
Play pickleball anywhere with this fun game that doesn’t require a full court!
7. Water Balloon Volleyball
Two players hold the ends of a towel to launch and catch water balloons over a net (or rope). The goal? Keep the balloon from popping while scoring points against the other team.
Related: Best Summer Water Games
8. Inflatable Pool Race Challenge
Players paddle their way to the finish line on their inflatable pool floats. Make it more entertaining by adding obstacles to pass through or under, or items to carry while racing.
9. Flip Cup Relay (Pool Edition)
Each player races across the pool with a full cup of water, flips it upside down on the side without spilling, and tags the next. The first team to finish wins.
Competitive Outdoor Lawn Games For Adults
10. Molkky
Throw a wooden pin at a set of numbered pins to score exactly 50 points. This game combines strategy, precision, and outdoor fun.
11. Crossnet
Four-square meets volleyball! Set up a cross-shaped net and compete in rotating one-on-one battles to score points.
12. Flickin’ Chicken
Toss rubber chickens at a target and try to land them in the fewest “throws.” It’s part golf, part chaos, and all hilarious. Perfect for the backyard, park, beach, tailgate, or camping.
13. Kan Jam
Teams take turns tossing frisbees at a can, aiming for a slot or deflecting it with help from a teammate. First to 21 wins!
14. Cornhole
The game of cornhole is a classic backyard staple! Toss bean bags at a raised board with a hole. Simple to learn, hard to master, and always a crowd-pleaser.
15. Spikeball
Spikeball is volleyball but in 360°. Hit a ball off a mini trampoline so the other team can’t return it. It’s fast-paced and addictive.
16. Bocce Ball
This chilled-out classic outdoor game is perfect for lawns. Toss your bocce balls as close to the “jack” as possible.
17. Bottle Bash
Knock a bottle off a pole with a frisbee while your opponents try to catch both the bottle and frisbee.
18. Giant Left Right Center
Make your own game using oversized dice and plates as chips.
If you roll an L = pass a chip to the player on the left, R = pass a chip to the player on the right, C = chip goes to the center pot. If you roll a dot, then you keep your chip. The last chip holder wins!
Grab the jumbo wooden game set.
19. Bean Bag Bucketz
Toss bean bags into buckets of various sizes and heights to score points. Perfect for team play and friendly competition.
20. Washer Toss
Toss washers into boxes or holes from a distance. It’s a laid-back yet competitive lawn game everyone can enjoy.
More Fun Party Games For Adults
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