{"id":9533,"date":"2021-04-18T10:41:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-18T16:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?p=9533"},"modified":"2021-12-16T10:52:16","modified_gmt":"2021-12-16T16:52:16","slug":"backyard-carnival-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Enjoy These Backyard Carnival Games!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Backyard carnival games<\/strong> are a great way to liven up a long weekend at home, which is why we\u2019re sharing some of our favorites. These DIY activities are sure to keep the kids entertained when out of school. You can even use them as a way to celebrate special occasions like a family reunion or birthday party!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Backyard carnival games are also relatively inexpensive to put together. Even better, they allow you to skip the large crowds and long lines that carnivals often attract. Check out the list below for tips on how to throw carnival parties at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">View Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a01ef407940e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0f0f0f;color:#0f0f0f\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0f0f0f;color:#0f0f0f\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a01ef407940e\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#9-Fun-Carnival-Games-for-the-Backyard-Carnival-Games\">9 Fun Carnival Games for the Backyard Carnival Games<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Bean-Bag-Toss\">Bean Bag Toss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Duck-Pond\">Duck Pond<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Jelly-Bean-Jar\">Jelly Bean Jar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Fish-Cup\">Fish Cup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Dart-Balloons\">Dart Balloons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Ping-Pong-Toss\">Ping Pong Toss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Spray-Away-Game\">Spray Away Game<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Carnival-Birthday-Party-Games\">Carnival Birthday Party Games<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Cupcake-Walk\">Cupcake Walk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Face-Painting\">Face Painting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Photo-Booth\">Photo Booth<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#Backyard-Carnival-Food-Items\">Backyard Carnival Food Items<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/backyard-carnival-games\/#More-Backyard-Fun-From-Great-Wolf-Lodge\">More Backyard Fun From Great Wolf Lodge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-Fun-Carnival-Games-for-the-Backyard-Carnival-Games\"><\/span>9 Fun Carnival Games for the Backyard Carnival Games<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Create the ultimate backyard carnival by hanging signs, streamers, and decorations and preparing game stations in the backyard. These game ideas are sure to be tons of fun for guests of all ages. Keep reading to begin!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bean-Bag-Toss\"><\/span>Bean Bag Toss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/bean-bag-toss.jpg\" alt=\"enjoy a carnival party with food, games, and friends\" class=\"wp-image-9535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/bean-bag-toss.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/bean-bag-toss-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This traditional carnival game is an absolute <em>must<\/em> come time for the big event. If you don&#8217;t already have a stand for your bean bag toss, you can use a simple<a href=\"https:\/\/listotic.com\/32-best-diy-backyard-games\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> DIY alternative<\/a> instead. All you need are a bunch of large plastic bowls. Line them up and assign a certain number of points to each bowl.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The further away it is placed, the more points it is worth. You can purchase these inexpensive<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Nylon-Bean-Assorted-5x5in-Oojami\/dp\/B01I0KV0R8\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=2IR1AHNIHBM5G&amp;keywords=small+bean+bags+for+tossing&amp;qid=1561565397&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=small+bean+bags,aps,175&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=listoticandrea-20&amp;linkId=db4e8b3a899625a6d6fa3eeeff04d564&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> bean bag toys<\/a> or use something for free instead. Think about what you have around the house, and don&#8217;t be afraid to get creative! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the video below to learn how to make your own bean bag toss inspired by Great Wolf Lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How to Make a DIY Bean Bag Toss Game - Great Wolf Lodge\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vGydBylQUn8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Duck-Pond\"><\/span>Duck Pond<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Duck-Pond.jpg\" alt=\"carnival birthday party games\" class=\"wp-image-9536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Duck-Pond.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Duck-Pond-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This one reminds us of some of the games from the Great Wolf Lodge <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/what-expect-great-wolf-lodge-summer-camp-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">summer camp-in<\/a>! It also comes paired with some fun rewards. You&#8217;ll need a toddler pool, permanent marker, and a bunch of rubber duckies to get started.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mark the ducks with numbers &#8220;1,&#8221; &#8220;2,&#8221; and &#8220;3&#8221; before placing them in the pool. Ask the kid to grab a ducky out of the pool and check what number is written on the bottom. This will determine which prize they receive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jelly-Bean-Jar\"><\/span>Jelly Bean Jar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/jellybean-jar.jpg\" alt=\"Enjoy playing with friends\" class=\"wp-image-9537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/jellybean-jar.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/jellybean-jar-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This one may be simple, but it&#8217;s also tons of fun! Fill a jar with jelly beans and ask the kids to guess how many are in there. Whoever gets closest to the actual number will win a prize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#00255f;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#0f3f79;border-color:#dbffff;color:#fff;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;\"><strong><em>If you enjoy this activity, then you\u2019ll love all the<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/poconos\/waterpark-attractions\/attractions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><strong> on-land <\/strong><\/em><\/a><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/poconos\/waterpark-attractions\/attractions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>activities<\/strong><\/a><strong> offered at Great Wolf Lodge. <\/strong><\/em><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fish-Cup\"><\/span>Fish Cup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rubber-duck.jpg\" alt=\"Win the fish cup game!\" class=\"wp-image-9538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rubber-duck.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rubber-duck-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Set up about 30 cups filled with water. Place them on one side of a table, a few inches apart. Choose about eight colorful<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ArtCreativity-Squirting-Clownfish-Squirters-Birthday\/dp\/B08S6XFZYJ\/ref=pd_lpo_21_img_0\/145-8758777-8882601?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_i=B08S6XFZYJ&amp;pd_rd_r=704c19db-434a-4da1-8307-53fa5ba90b72&amp;pd_rd_w=zBxZb&amp;pd_rd_wg=G82Tk&amp;pf_rd_p=a0d6e967-6561-454c-84f8-2ce2c92b79a6&amp;pf_rd_r=252S363KHFFB2REY0HAY&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=252S363KHFFB2REY0HAY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> squirt fish<\/a> to add to eight random cups. Squeeze all the air bubbles out so that they sink to the bottom. Line the kids up on the other side of the table and hand them each a ping pong ball. See who can land theirs in a cup holding a fish!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dart-Balloons\"><\/span>Dart Balloons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-game.jpg\" alt=\"Dart Balloons\" class=\"wp-image-9539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-game.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-game-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To create this carnival game, you&#8217;ll need pushpins, a corkboard, balloons, and a few darts. Blow up the balloons and attach them to your corkboard using push pins. Whoever manages to pop the most balloons gets a prize!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#00255f;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#0f3f79;border-color:#dbffff;color:#fff;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;\"><strong><em>Explore more<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/water-balloon-games\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> balloon activities<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> from Great Wolf Lodge today!<\/em><\/strong> <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ping-Pong-Toss\"><\/span>Ping Pong Toss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/party-games.jpg\" alt=\"Ping Pong Toss\n\" class=\"wp-image-9540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/party-games.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/party-games-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next up on our list of party ideas is the infamous ping pong toss! Set up 25 plastic cups with water in rows of five on one side of a fold-out table. Ask the kids to throw pennies or ping pong balls from the other side. Whoever collects the most points wins!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spray-Away-Game\"><\/span>Spray Away Game<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/water-gun.jpg\" alt=\"Spray away game\" class=\"wp-image-9542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/water-gun.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/water-gun-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Create your target using a white box decorated with blue and red construction paper. Glue a strip of foam board to the top and insert golf tees into it. Place a golf ball on each tee and ask the kids to &#8220;spray them away&#8221; using a squirt gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#00255f;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#0f3f79;border-color:#dbffff;color:#fff;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;\"><strong><em>Check out these<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/obstacle-course-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> kids&#8217; obstacle courses<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> for more things to do in the backyard!<\/em><\/strong> <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carnival-Birthday-Party-Games\"><\/span>Carnival Birthday Party Games<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the party going with these birthday-themed activities! Celebrate someone&#8217;s special day at the carnival. You can also check out<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/water-birthday-party-games\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> this post<\/a> for more birthday party ideas from Great Wolf Lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cupcake-Walk\"><\/span><strong>Cupcake Walk<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-food.jpg\" alt=\"Cupcake walk\" class=\"wp-image-9543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-food.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-food-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate with something sweet! Create a cupcake walk using three sheets of poster board. Cut it up into four separate sheets so that there are 12 in total. Mark each sheet 1-12 using a black marker. Place them in a circle on the floor. Jot the same numbers down on pieces of scrap paper and place them into a bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Play some music and instruct the kids to walk around the circle. Stop the music and pick a number out of the bag. Whoever is standing closest to that number gets a birthday cupcake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Face-Painting\"><\/span>Face Painting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Face-Painting.jpg\" alt=\"Birthday party face painting \" class=\"wp-image-9544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Face-Painting.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Face-Painting-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing screams &#8220;birthday party&#8221; quite like face painting. If your party happens to be hosted around Halloween,&nbsp; you can check out some seasonal face-painting ideas<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/7-halloween-activities-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also get your face painted in the style of a wolf to look more like Wiley or any of the other Great Wolf Kids!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Photo-Booth\"><\/span>Photo Booth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-photo-booth.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Booth\" class=\"wp-image-9545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-photo-booth.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/carnival-photo-booth-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Memorialize the birthday with some photos! Create a carnival-themed photo booth using a trifold board, colored paper, and some streamers! Think about creating something in the style of a circus tent or red curtains. You can also purchase some cute photo props to use in the booth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Backyard-Carnival-Food-Items\"><\/span>Backyard Carnival Food Items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Carnival-Food-Items-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"carnival games at a carnival party \" class=\"wp-image-9546\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Carnival-Food-Items-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Carnival-Food-Items-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Carnival-Food-Items-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Carnival-Food-Items-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Carnival-Food-Items-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can&#8217;t throw a carnival party without some carnival food! Check out the list below for some of the most popular items to serve. You can also look for some of these items on the menu during your next visit to Great Wolf Lodge!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Ice Cream<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Cotton Candy<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Corn Dogs<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> French fries<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Pretzels<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Mac and cheese<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Slushies<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Kettle Corn<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Carmel Apples<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Quesadillas<\/li><li><i class=\"sui sui-check\" style=\"color:#ffae06\"><\/i> Hot Dogs<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More-Backyard-Fun-From-Great-Wolf-Lodge\"><\/span>More Backyard Fun From Great Wolf Lodge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you enjoyed these carnival games for the backyard! Don&#8217;t forget to check back in with us soon for more party ideas. Check out our blog for even more<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> fun things to do<\/a> with family and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also visit us at the lodge. Each stay includes water park passes, lodge entertainment, and at-home comfort. Our indoor water park resorts offer family-friendly fun all across the country. From splashing to relaxing, there are slides and rides for every age and ability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Backyard carnival games are a great way to liven up a long weekend at home, which is why we\u2019re sharing some of our favorites. These DIY activities are sure to keep the kids entertained when out of school. 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