Games & Activities for Families
By Catherine Holecko, About.com Guide
Looking for some ways to play together actively? Look no further! This collection of games and activities for families will keep you on your toes. You'll find party games, outdoor activities, ways to play indoors and seasonal favorites. Go play!
Outdoor Games & Activities
Playing outside encourages physical activity for both kids and adults. Enjoy your outdoor time more with these activities, games, and sports for families. Get out there and see what happens!
- 22 Playful, Physical Outdoor Activities for Kids
- Teach Your Child How to Ride a Bike
- Places to Get Out and Play
- Find a Trail Finder
- Games to Play on a Hike or Walk
- Camping and Hiking as a Family
- Geocaching with Kids
- Road Trip Games
- 8 All-Wet Water Play Ideas
- Kickball for All! Kickball Rules
- Easy Sidewalk Chalk Games
- Games that Kids Can Play Alone
- Capture the Flag
- Sock Tag
- Stop and Go
- Pirates' Treasure
- Swimming Pool Games
- Outdoor Play Toys
- Best Sports for Kids
Indoor Games & Activities
If weather, illness, or a sleeping baby is keeping you inside, don't default to sedentary pursuits. There are lots of ways to play actively inside.
- 12 Rainy Day Activities
- Cabin Fever Cures
- Indoor Toys for Active Play
- Do-It-Yourself Fitness Toys
- Indoor Games to Play with Preschoolers
- Play Indoor Soccer
- Set Up a Treasure Hunt
- Board Games with a Healthy Twist
- Turn Outdoor Games into Indoor Games
- Skill-Building Art Activities
- Games for Kids to Play Alone
- Indoor Play Venues to Visit
- Yoga for the Whole Family
- Exergames for Families
Active Party Games
Planning a birthday bash or block party? These games are suitable for almost any occasion, and endlessly adaptable too. Send your guests home tired instead of wired.
- Outdoor Party Games
- Indoor Party Games
- Cooperative Party Games
- Relay Races for Kids
- Halloween Party Games
- Holiday Party Games
- Thanksgiving Activities
- Teen Party Games
- Dance Party Plan
- Simple Party Games for School-Agers
Seasonal Games & Activities
Come out of hibernation and enjoy all that spring has to offer, from longer, sunnier, warmer days to marvelous mud!