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Lawn Games and Cocktail Hour

Cocktail hour is long when you are not in the photos. A couple of games gives guests something to gather around.

10 products, each chosen by I Do with a note on why.

Prices marked ~ are estimates. Check the retailer for current prices and availability.

  • Giant Block Game (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: Giant Tumbling Timbers, 56 Pine Blocks

    A cocktail-hour game that doubles as the guest book: guests sign a block with a marker and the couple plays i.

    ~$50 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Giant Block Game (opens in a new tab)

  • Cornhole Set (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: GoSports Solid Wood Cornhole Set, 3 x 2 ft

    The default cocktail-hour game: no rules to learn, all ages, and the boards go home to the backyard afterward.

    ~$100 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Cornhole Set (opens in a new tab)

  • Giant Four in a Row (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: Swooc Giant Four in a Row with Carrying Case

    The second most played lawn game, and the one guests who will not throw anything still play.

    ~$150 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Giant Four in a Row (opens in a new tab)

  • Wedding Mad Libs Cards (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: Kate Aspen Mad Libs Cards, Set of 50

    The dinner-hour problem is strangers at a table; a fill-in-the-blank card gives everyone a script.

    ~$15 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Wedding Mad Libs Cards (opens in a new tab)

  • I Spy Photo Cards (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: I Spy Wedding Game Cards, 30 Pack

    A card at each seat lists shots to capture.

    ~$10 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: I Spy Photo Cards (opens in a new tab)

  • Bubble Machine (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: Theefun Plug-In Bubble Machine, 750 ml

    A plug-in machine on the DJ side runs itself for an outdoor first dance or the exit and gives you the dancing.

    ~$50 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Bubble Machine (opens in a new tab)

  • Bubble Machine Solution (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: JOYIN Concentrated Bubble Solution, 32 oz

    A bubble machine empties its tank in about an hour.

    ~$15 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Bubble Machine Solution (opens in a new tab)

  • Ladder Toss (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: GoSports Ladder Toss Set with Carrying Case

    Packs small, sets up in a minute, and guests play it with a drink in hand without committing to a match.

    ~$35 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Ladder Toss (opens in a new tab)

  • Outdoor Games (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: Bocce Set

    Whatever your outside actually is.

    ~$55 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Outdoor Games (opens in a new tab)

  • Spikeball Set (opens Amazon in a new tab)

    Our pick: Spikeball Original, 3 Balls, Net and Bag

    The bach-weekend game everyone ends up playing, on a lawn or a beach.

    ~$75 (approximate)

    View on Amazon: Spikeball Set (opens in a new tab)

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Don't forget, nothing to buy

  • Put a 'sign a block' sign next to the Jenga or nobody will.
  • Regulation cornhole boards need a car; a 3x2 set is fine for a wedding.

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