Patio Games for the Holidays

When you and your family gather together for a jolly holiday season, you always pull out every trick in the book to keep them entertained. Spending quality time a few times a year can be a stressful ordeal; with dinner parties, gift exchanges, and some good old-fashioned catching up, a good conversation sometimes doesn’t make the cut. 

Nowadays, everyone’s hungry for entertainment, especially the younger members of your family circle, and it may seem like a chore to keep them busy. However, if you count on a sizable outdoor space, you can use that to your advantage to have a memorable holiday season. Patios are, for all intents and purposes, multifunctional. It’s the perfect outdoor space for family barbecues, catching up with friends, and enjoying a drink while enjoying the fresh air of the changing seasons.

Ultimately, patios are a perfect tool for keeping your family busy during the holidays, from the young ones to the most talkative of adults. In this article, we will touch upon fun patio games to enjoy with your family and make these celebrations unforgettable.

What is a patio?

A patio is any paved surface located outside your home used for numerous activities like dining and recreation. Patios are typically paved with stone, bricks, tiles, or concrete. They’re usually uncovered and are made to withstand changing weather conditions, like rain and snow. Unlike courtyards, patios don’t have surrounding walls and aren’t covered like a porch, varying in shape and size. 

Patios are a perfect way to take advantage of ample outdoor space, especially if you have a large family. Organizing activities is so much easier when you have the proper, comfortable structure to organize them. 

Patio Game Options

It’s not just about keeping kids entertained; games are for everyone, and plenty of outdoor game options will work perfectly well on your patio structure that every single one of your family members can enjoy. Remember, the holiday seasons are a time to share with your loved ones.

1. Giant Jenga

Made out of genuine hardwood, Giant Jenga is a classic outdoor game for all ages. The pieces can stack up to 5 feet tall, and the large pieces set a challenge for anyone willing to play it. Most Importantly, it’s a great game to enjoy a few laughs with. The official Jenga website has the product listed here.

2. Outdoor Pictionary

You can even consider this particular game as a DIY project. All you need is some flip chart sheets, a whiteboard, and some markers. Separate your family into a couple of teams and try to guess what that person is drawing. If you have a small Pictionary board, you can use the prompts in the game cards. However, using your patio to enjoy this guessing game and a bigger setup will make for a more versatile experience. You can find a perfect product for this purpose here. 

3. Outdoor Chess

If you like intellectual games and have money to splurge, Amazon sells a giant chess board set perfect for a large patio space. However, if you like keeping it simple, setting up a chess board on a table with some comfortable chairs to sit on will keep a pair of quiet game enjoyers busy. 

4. Cornhole

If you’re unfamiliar with this classic outdoor game, Cornhole or Corn Toss is a game where the goal is to toss bean bags through the cornhole platform until one participant reaches 21 points. It’s not the most complex game in the world, but it sure is fun. Amazon also sells a set of Cornhole boards and bean bags. 

5. Connect Four 

Connect Four is a well-known board game that also comes in a jumbo version. Each player begins with 21 pieces, and the first one to connect 4 pieces in a row wins. You can get a giant Connect Four board here. 

Make this season memorable! 

The holidays only come once a year, and it’s probably the only time you get to see your family all gathered together at once. Take advantage of your outdoor living space and patio by prepping activities for your friends and family that people of all ages can enjoy. Your patio is perfect for more than just outdoor cooking; there are plenty of fun holiday games to enjoy and keep everyone busy. 

Billy Deck & Patios LLC wishes a happy holiday season to all!