World Lawn Games
From Pétanque to kids' games — outdoor games by group size
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Gateball 101 — Japan's Homegrown 5-vs-5 Team Lawn Sport
Invented in Hokkaido, Japan in 1947, Gateball is a team sport where two teams of five use T-shaped mallets to hit numbered balls through three gates and strike a goal pole. Strategic 'spark' shots knock opponents out of position. Played in 50+ countries worldwide. Rules, equipment, and tips.
Croquet 101 — England's Strategic Lawn Mallet Game
Croquet spread across Victorian England and remains a beloved garden classic. Hit coloured balls through U-shaped wickets in order, and use 'croquet' shots to send opponents flying. Strategic depth, gentle pace, and multigenerational fun. Rules, equipment, and tips.
Tóu Hú 101 — The 2,500-Year-Old Chinese Vase-Throwing Game
Tóu hú is a classical Chinese game dating to the Zhou dynasty: throw arrow-like sticks into a special vase with side handles to score points. Recorded in the Confucian Liji, later spread to Korea (tuho) and Japan. A graceful, family-friendly game for festivals and gardens.
Kubb 101 — Sweden's 'Viking Chess' on the Lawn
Popularized on the Swedish island of Gotland, Kubb is a team throwing game where players knock down opponents' wooden blocks and finally the king. Strategic enough to earn the nickname 'Viking Chess', easy enough for families. Rules, equipment, and tips for enjoying it on the grass.
Mölkky 101 — Finland's Wooden Throwing Game with the Magic 50
Born in Finland in 1996, Mölkky is a throwing game where you knock down numbered wooden pins to score exactly 50 points. Family-friendly, deeply strategic, and rapidly popular worldwide. Rules, equipment, and tips for enjoying it on the grass.