Outdoor Games for Youth

Outdoor Games

Not every game that works indoors will work outdoors. Here is a list of games and activities specifically for when you're headed outdoors!

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Caterpillar RaceForm teams of equal size, with five to seven players on each team (3 also works). Have kids think up one-syllable names for their teams. Then... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Exciting life awardsThis game is a creative way for people to get to know each other in pairs and then in a wider group... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Photo nightSplit into groups of 4-5 (make sure there's one leader in each group), and give each group a camera (or they can use their phones if they... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Human KnotEveryone stands in a close circle - puts both hands out - and randomly grabs hold of someone else's hand, creating a massive knot!  Without... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Two Truths and a LieA great get to know you game! Everyone in the group has to think of three things to share about themselves - 2 must be true but one... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Mine FieldThis game teaches kids the value of communication and trust. It works best if you have a large area, indoor or outdoor. Setup... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Magic CarpetSplit into teams of 8 to 12 people. Each team will be given a large piece of paper, towel, or rug as a magic carpet and all team members... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Newspaper in shoeNot really a game but a good thought provoking activity that can work well at the end of a devotional or youth service. Collect a... more>>>3.5 shiney stars


Grab the fingerGet everyone to stand in a circle, with their arms out either side.  Tell people to put their left palm up, and right finger pointing... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Marshmallow TowerFor this game, you need packet(s) of marshmallows and packet(s) of spaghetti.Split the group into two or more teams.  Generally... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Pass the parcelEveryone's heard of "Pass the Parcel", so you might think this sounds a bit lame as a youth group game, but it can work well if you add a... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Rock Paper Scissors TournamentWe all know the Rock Paper Scissors game.  But can you... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Dress UpThis isn't strictly a game but a group of ideas to help add a twist to any activity... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Peanut Butter RiverFor this game you need two ropes to represent the banks of a river. The goal is to have the group cross the river. Give the team... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
CopycatStart by getting everyone in the group to stand in a circle facing inwards.  Then pick one person and send them out of the room. ... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Down Down DownA simple easy to play ball game ... more>>>3.5 shiney stars


Water Weight LossAlso known as StuffIt and HugIt You will need two large T-shirts that someone does not mind re-washing/donating. Two thin nylon ropes,... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Elephant TagA simple tag based game requiring no equipment or preparation time... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Light in the darknessThis is a great, fun game for leading into topics like spiritual warfare, reaching the lost, etc.   This is best played with... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
Banana split in the mouthThis game is hilarious and fun for all! Prep: Gather all ingredients for banana... more>>>3.5 shiney stars
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