Hi Everyone!

With the arrival of summer, I have been thinking of all things entertaining, and my days spent shooting at The Parker have been at the forefront of my mind. Although I probably won’t be playing croquet with a giraffe, ping pong with a monkey, or chess with a few penguins this summer, I know I’ll be enjoying my fair share of lawn games with friends and family as I enjoy this warm L.A. weather.

I love summer for more reasons than I can count, but something I especially look forward to are days spent outside, playing some of my favorite lawn games. (And to be honest, no matter how much time I spend lounging, playing, and entertaining in our backyard, it never seems to be enough!) Luckily, I’ve rounded up a handful of games that I know will keep us busy this summer, and will keep giving me excuses to head outside for some fun in the sun. Plus, who doesn’t love a backyard get together with games? Let’s just say I see a few summer soirées in my future, and these lawn games will definitely be making an appearance…

Whether you’re a sucker for a good competition, or you’d rather enjoy some leisurely sport to help you unwind, you’re sure to find something on this list that you and your friends will want to play all summer long. Keep reading for my roundup of must-have summer lawn games below…

1. Crate & Barrel Croquet Set, $149.95
2. L.L.Bean Horseshoes, $89
3. Crate & Barrel Badminton Set, $149
4. Williams Sonoma Lawn Bowling Game, $55.96
5. Crate & Barrel Bocce Ball Set, $149.95
6. L.L.Bean Backyard Bean Bag Toss, $169

Have you played any of these lawn games before? Which one is your favorite?

Here’s to a weekend in the sun!

Cheers,

xx

GM

Photos: Gray Malin