If you love tailgating then you know part of the fun is family time! But let me tell you, it's not always easy keeping kids entertained before the big game! So we have a nice stash of Tailgating Games for Kids they will love! Some of these I bought in store and some of these are DIY Tailgating Games for Kids and they will make your tailgating experience even more fun, trust me!
10 DIY Tailgating Games for Kids They Will Love!
OK so I want to answer a few tailgating questions below and I share some of my store-bought tailgating games along with my favorite DIY ones too. I'd love to know what games you play at your tailgate parties, with kids and adults!
What do you do while tailgating?
The biggest part of tailgating is the food and socializing. People also play games and get all decorated up for the game with hair color and body paint. Of course, there is plenty of beer too.
Do you tailgate at baseball games?
Yes, pretty much any sport has its version of tailgating. Any reason to get together and have some great food!
How early do you start tailgating?
Parking lots generally open 5 hours before the game. People start showing up at this time some only show up an hour beforehand it all depends.
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What are the best foods for tailgating?
Any finger foods or anything that can be grilled. Also, consider things that can be prepared the night ahead of time. We have a huge list of the best tailgate food ideas if you need some recipes!
Can I buy Tailgating games for kids instead?
Of course, you can! Here are a few of my favorites!
Elite Outdoor Games For Kids – Ring Toss Yard Games
Himal Collapsible Portable Corn Hole Boards With 8 Cornhole Bean Bags
Champion Sports Rubber Horseshoe Set
Jenga Giant 5 Foot Hardwood Game
Wembley Inflatable Game Ring Toss Hat Football
DIY Tailgating Games for Kids
Cornhole Game from Hands on As We Grow – This is really easy to make and the kids can have a blast decorating it. They can even decorate it at the tailgate and it can double as 2 activities!
Football Game Charades from The Joys of Boys – This is a fun way to get everyone involved and you might even make some new friends because people passing by can't help but want to guess too!
Yard Yahtzee from The Joys of Boys – Giant dice and a fun twist one the addicting game! This is so much more fun than the phone app!
DIY Bean Bag Toss from Modge Podge Rocks – This is easy to make with some bean bags and paper plates and it makes it so easy to take with you anywhere!
Ladder Golf from Mom Endeavors – This is an easy and fun little game made with pip and can be disassembled for easy transport!
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- Boss Of The Toss Cornhole Game Tailgating Cornholer T-Shirt has been very popular lately with our customers! What's not to love? Don't be shy and treat yourself!
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- Team Captain shirt is perfect for football games and tailgating. If you love watching football, playing, football memes, quotes, or playing tailgating games like cornhole, ring toss, beer pong, or ladder toss, this is a great shirt for you.
- Great gift idea for the person who plans and hosts tailgating parties, football get together and games. Great shirt to wear on Sunday or Monday or to celebrate your favorite team.
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Oversized Checkboard Game from A Home to Grow Old In – My kids love playing checkers and the bigger the board the more fun they seem to have! This is one of my favorite DIY Tailgating Games for Kids.
Outdoor Tic Tac Toe from Ideas for the Home by Kenarry – This fun Tic tac Toe game would also work in the car to keep kids busy on road trips!
DIY Ring Toss from Mom Endeavors – This is an easy and fun ring toss game. You can make it in your team's colors too!
Frisbee Tic Tac Toe from A Turtles Life for Me – This is a great twist to Tic Tac Toe that can be played inside or outside!
Outdoor Checkers from The Country Chich Cottage – Thre are actually a few games featured here that are perfect for tailgating.
So now I want to know what are your favorite DIY Tailgating Games for Kids? Let me know in the comments below.
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