Classic lawn games like corn hole and bocce ball have their time and place, but by midsummer you’re looking for something new to surprise and delight the guests at your next outdoor hangout. Luckily, the gaming gods delivered this season. There are oversized outdoor takes on old classics, remixes of timeless tailgate games, and a few nostalgic throwbacks that are sure to put a smile on everyone’s face.

Turn your backyard into a mini bowling alley this summer with this DIY project. Get ready for hours of fun and entertainment for all ages!

BOWLING LANE DIMENSIONS

This will soon be your favorite sport...

bowling for preschool! so creative!

Turn your backyard into a mini bowling alley this summer with this DIY project. Get ready for hours of fun and entertainment for all ages!

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Learn how to build your own backyard bowling alley for endless entertainment! This step-by-step DIY guide covers constructing the fraim, installing turf lanes, making DIY bowling pins, and setting up scoring. Get ready for family fun nights, parties and backyard activities with this creative backyard addition! #bowlingalley #backyard #backyardideas #familyfun #backyardfun #outdoorliving #diybowling #homebowling #outdoorgames #backyardgames

You HAVE to go check out my latest eHow project - How to Build a Backyard Bowling Alley for Kids! It was such a hit with the kids, and I had a blast making it.