Enjoy the last period of warm temperatures before tans start to fade! Wave goodbye to summer with a simple party that incorporates these no-fuss yard games, curated by Dean Darin, English Gardens Store Director, Merchandise Manager and outdoor sports extraordinaire. 

Bocce Ball

“A classic Italian game, I used to play Bocce Ball with my grandpa.”

Get your next party rolling with the Franklin Sports Bocce Ball Set. Perfect for all ages, bocce ball can be played on teams or between two people.  The game starts with the flip of a coin. The winner of the coin flip rolls the pallino ball to start the game. Once the pallino is placed, each team takes their turn bowling with the bocce balls to score points.

Croquet

“Croquet reappeared as a competitive sport in 1970s and continues to grow in popularity today. It’s an easy game to set up and play in your backyard!”

For a leisurely party, enjoy Franklin Sports Croquet Set. Set up the course in a double-diamond pattern. The first player to navigate their ball through the course, with the wooden mallet, wins!

Horseshoes

“Horseshoes was invented approximately 2,000 years ago and is still popular today! It’s a simple and straightforward game, which can bring out the competitive spirit in anyone.”

Horseshoes-the perfect game when you have a drink in your hand. Break out this Franklin Horseshoe Set at your next barbecue.

Smashminton

“Fun for kids of all ages, Smashminton can be played on the lawn, beach or in a pool!”

This Smashminton Kit from Franklin Sports is great outdoor fun anywhere you go! The portable set features two badminton rackets and foam-tipped shuttlecocks.

Ladder Toss

“Quickly becoming the fastest growing outdoor game, I see kids and adults alike playing Ladder Toss at all the summer parties.”

It’s not a party without Franklin Sports Ladder Toss! Ladder Toss is perfect for some friendly competition. With two sturdy laderball frames and built in rings, each team takes a turn throwing bolas onto the frame. The first team to reach 21 wins!

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