20 DIY Tailgate Games to Kick Your Party Up a Notch

Make this football-inspired version of the classic washer toss game as easy or challenging as you'd like based on the size of the washers. You can play this tabletop game indoors or outdoors.

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SHOP METAL WASHERS

This outdoor checkers game is more than twice the size—and twice the fun— of the regular version! The pieces are made of lightweight wood plaques, making this game easy to transport to your tailgate party.

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Pregaming with pastries? Sign us up! This sweet twist on cornhole involves tossing donut holes through the tabletop boards.

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Who doesn't love watching the commercials during the big game? This clever bingo game will make your breaks even more fun.

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Games are just more fun when they involve sweet treats. For this tailgate challenge, players compete to be the first one to take a bite out of a donut hanging from twine. It's harder than you might think!

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SHOP TWINE

Kick off the festivities with a fun oversized matching game in your backyard. This one is summer-themed, but you can easily give it a football twist.

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This "minute to win it" game asks players to stack as many football-themed plastic cups as possible in under a minute.

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Keep an eye out for penalty flags, junk food, and talking animals, and you just might win this football-inspired bingo game. Best of all, it's easy to pull together thanks to a free printable.

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If you have scissors and a spare sheet lying around, then you can easily DIY this backyard football toss game. It's fun for kids and adults alike!

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This rustic stars and stripes version of tic-tac-toe is made from painted craft wood slices. You'll play this timeless game for years to come.

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SHOP WOOD SLICES

The classic game of cornhole is a must-have for any tailgate party. This painted geometric board will add a touch of style to your gathering!

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You can use these oversized dice to play a bunch of different games, including Yardzee, an outdoor version of Yahtzee that will get the whole family outside.

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Show off your team spirit by painting this standing beanbag toss game in your favorite team's colors.

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This DIY horseshoe pit isn't the easiest project, but it's one that will provide a lifetime of entertainment, starting with your next tailgate!

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Plinko is one of the most popular games on The Price Is Right and this easy DIY project proves that it can be just as much fun in your backyard as it is in your living room!

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SHOP FOAM BOARD

This DIY ping pong table folds up for easy storage and transportation. Play in your backyard for fall tailgates or your basement for winter games.

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This game is just as fun as it is festive. To play, simply toss a football at the stacked cups and try to knock down as many as possible.

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When the sun goes down on game day, it's time to play this fun ring toss. All you'll need is a football and stand and some glow in the dark necklaces.

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The hook and ring game, also known as the ring on a string game, is super popular at beachside bars and restaurants in Florida. Now you can bring this fun game to your backyard using just a few items from your local hardware store.

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Pull out this mini tabletop cornhole game to entertain your guests whenever the weather isn't cooperating. Your can buy the beanbags online or DIY your own with this easy tutorial.

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SHOP BEANBAGS