Date: 4th August 2025

Posted by: Daniel Lay Team

10 Best Party Games for Kids (Indoor + Outdoor)

Are you searching for enjoyable party games for kids? Then you’ve come to the right place.

Planning a children’s party can be as overwhelming as it is wholesome. There’s plenty to prepare, from food to logistics. However, one of the most crucial elements of planning a kids’ party is to ensure great entertainment opportunities to keep kids busy and engaged. This way, the kids get to have their fun, and the parents can also take a breather and enjoy the party.

We’ve got the entertainment covered, so you can turn your party into an absolute hit among the kids. From indoor to outdoor games, our list includes easy-to-organise and enjoyable party games for kids.

Best Indoor Party Games for Kids

Stepping Stones Game

A safe and enjoyable indoor game – stepping stones allow kids to hop, leap, and work on their balance and coordination as they move from one stone to another. Additionally, it’s also a fantastic way for kids to use that excess energy.

If your kids are already pros at this unique game, you can get more creative and create obstacle courses, plan specific routes, or make it a group competition to make the game more appealing.

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Scuttle Bug Trike

A perfect toddler trike – the toy has collapsable legs that make it easily portable. It has a lightweight design and treadless wheels that enable precious little ones to move around freely and safely while simultaneously building their confidence and motor skills. Moreover, it’s also one of the most affordable options for indoor toys.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £10+VAT

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Foam Building Blocks

One of the safest options on our list is foam building blocks. These blocks are soft with no sharp edges and are also highly versatile. Kids can use these to create art, models, toys, and their favourite puzzles.

You can make it slightly competitive by tasking the kids to create something specific. This improves their ability to follow instructions and also enhances their hand-eye coordination. Try writing down a set of instructions for the little ones to follow.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £30+VAT

Little Tikes Rocking Horse

Little Tikes are your typical rocking horses but with a new twist. Available in pink and blue, this rocking horse has all of its edges and corners smoothed out to prevent injuries and for easy navigation.

Children can let their imagination run wild with this one as they effortlessly travel around the house. The toy can safely be operated indoors and outdoors, as it is small enough to fit into any play corner or area.

The rocking horse is great for letting the kids get some exercise in and also improve coordination.

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Best Outdoor Games for Kids

Up & Down Children’s Rollercoaster Hire

Bring in some amusement park excitement to your party with this unique roller coaster. Especially designed for young children to give them a safer and equally exciting experience of riding a roller coaster in a controlled environment with their family around. The toy has a colourful and bright track that can instantly engage kids, and they will absolutely adore riding down again and again.

Older children can enjoy a competitive race, and the toddlers and preschoolers can also enjoy the thrill. The rollercoaster is ideal for outdoor party settings because of the excitement it brings to the little ones, along with plenty of photo-worthy moments for the parents to safeguard as memories forever.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £35+VAT

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Fire Truck Ride-On

Ignite children’s creativity with the Fire Truck Ride-on. The truck is ideal for outdoor settings and role-play adventure – an all-time favourite activity where children are involved.

Kids can pretend to be firefighters who save the day as they zoom around the party. The toy also has a sturdy and floor-to-floor design, which makes it highly convenient to manoeuvre while also helping little ones with their balance and coordination.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £12.50+VAT

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Quad Bike Ride On

If your little one loves adventures, the quad bike ride is the ideal party activity for your favourite adventurer. The toy has a sturdy build and also provides four-wheel stability, which makes it perfect to ride around on outdoor surfaces such as gardens, patios, backyards, or driveways. This allows kids to enjoy a safe yet exciting riding experience.

The toy is particularly ideal for preschoolers and young children. It gives them a sense of independence while building their balance and coordination skills. You can also make the riding experience slightly competitive to build some extra excitement by setting up small tracks or designated “racing zones” to encourage some healthy competition and group play.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £12.50+VAT

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JCB Ride-On Kids Car

For children fascinated by construction vehicles, this ride-on car is a dream come to life. The ride provides the opportunity for kids to engage in their favourite role play – acting as mini-builders. This not only sparks their creativity and lets their imagination run wild but also encourages active play.

The toy has an easy-to-navigate build that enables the little ones to push themselves along safely.

To enhance the thrill of the role play, pair the toy with sand or foam blocks to resemble a construction site. You can also add any additional construction-themed tools for an extra layer of fun and creativity. The toy is highly suitable for toddlers and young children.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £12.50+VAT

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G Wagon Ride-On Car

Add a touch of luxury to your party with this G Wagon Ride-on Car. This sleek and stylish ride is ideal for little car enthusiasts who love to feel like mini drivers. The toy also has a realistic design that perfectly clicks with the children and provides photo opportunities for the parents.

The car is also perfect for outdoor play, and the kids can safely cruise around the backyard, garden, or patio. You can also organise engaging group activities with the toy, such as “mini car parades.”

Additionally, the toy is also suitable for kids of all ages – making it an ideal addition to any kids’ party to combine creative role play and some active movement.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £12.50+VAT

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Little Tikes Large Slide

Always a hit among the kids, along with being a party classic, the Little Tikes slide never fails to evoke feelings of utter delight among the little ones. The climbing up and sliding down activity is highly engaging and also energy-burning.

The climb is suitable for toddlers and young children, as it helps build confidence when they navigate the slide on their own and also encourages group play as kids are likely to interact and socialise when engaging in such activities together. You can also enhance the fun by turning it into part of an obstacle course and combining the activity with other fun outdoor games.

Price at Daniel Ley Event Services: £20+VAT

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Conclusion – 10 Best Party Games for Kids (Indoor + Outdoor)

Choosing the right entertainment activities is crucial to make a kids’ party memorable. From indoor games such as the classic rocking horse and the foam building blocks to outdoor games such as the quad bike and Little Tikes large slide – these activities and games are ideal for a variety of ages and interests.

Games and activities not only provide entertainment and keep the kids engaged but also help them enhance their coordination and encourage them to be social and creative throughout the event.

Whether you’re holding a birthday party for your little one or a casual weekend gathering – these indoor and outdoor activities are guaranteed to bring nothing but delight to your event!