10 Lawn Games for a Wedding: If you’re dreaming of an outdoor wedding reception, you may be thinking of ways to make it even more interactive and entertaining for your guests. Between exchanging vows, enjoying dinner, and dancing, your guests are sure to create special memories. However, lawn games can be a perfect way to add an extra element of fun to your big day!
If you have friends and family who don’t like dancing or just prefer a laid-back vibe, lawn games are a great way for them to mingle and get to know each other. At The Elm Estate, we have a gorgeous lawn that can accommodate any of your favorite activities! From croquet during cocktail hour to custom Jenga at the reception, these are just 10 of our favorite lawn games to incorporate into your wedding day!
Cornhole
This tailgating classic is one of our couples’ most popular choices for a fun wedding activity! While we do offer cornhole as an add-on at The Elm Estate, you also have the option of creating personalized boards with your wedding date, monogram, and more. Not only do they add extra personality to your big day, but you can use your custom cornhole boards in your own backyard for years to come!
Giant Connect Four
Another childhood favorite, Connect Four is a timeless game that your guests will love! Not only is it great for all ages, but the game is simple enough that your guests can play while they drink, mingle, and dance. Add a personal touch by painting the game pieces with your wedding colors!
Ring Toss
Add nostalgia to your big day with this quintessential carnival game! Keep things classic with milk bottles or make the game more upscale with a custom wood set. You can even offer prizes like gift cards or bottles of wine to bring some friendly competition to the mix.
Croquet
Croquet is an amazing option if you want to add a more elegant activity to cocktail hour. With our sprawling lawn, there is plenty of room to set up a croquet course for your guests to enjoy! We especially love this option if you’re going for an English garden party vibe!
Giant Jenga
This traditional tabletop game is made even more fun as a life-size lawn game! While you can buy Giant Jenga sets online, this is also a super easy DIY project that you can customize with your wedding colors or monogram. You can even have your guests sign the Jenga pieces as a guest book alternative so you can relive special memories every time you play.
Bocce Ball
While bocce ball is typically played on a court, you don’t need one to enjoy this classic Italian game! Just set up bocce balls (a.k.a. boules) and a scorecard on a patch of grass or asphalt. And, since this game can be played with up to eight people, it’s the perfect option for bigger groups.
Tic Tac Toe
Tic-tac-toe is a childhood favorite that adds an air of romance to your big day. And, unlike other games, it doesn’t require as much space or game pieces. Keep things simple by laying out a grid of rope and using wooden Xs and Os from the craft store. Or, make the game more elegant with a custom wood set.
Ladder Golf
This is another popular party game that will keep your guests laughing all night long. Featuring two ladders, each team takes turns throwing bolas (strings of rope with gold balls tied at each end) with the goal of wrapping them around the ladder rungs. The first team to reach 21 points wins!
Badminton
Badminton is the perfect choice for an upscale cocktail hour. Just set up a net and let your guests volley the birdie back and forth. If you want to keep the fun going all night long, string up twinkle lights on the net to offer extra lighting and whimsy.
Chess or Checkers
A giant outdoor chess or checkers set is a real showstopper! While you need more space for this game, it’s an eye-catching centerpiece that will delight guests of all ages. Even better, it makes a great photo opp for the newlyweds!
Let Us Bring Your Ideas To Life
At The Elm Estate, our team of wedding experts is passionate about making your wedding day special and memorable! Whether you’re looking for custom lawn games or just want to set up a few to keep your guests entertained, we’re here to bring your vision to life. Get in touch to start planning your big day!