Game Night Fun for Families: Top 7 Ideas for Summer and Beach Vacations
- Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique
- Jul 1
- 4 min read
Updated: 7 days ago
Searching for game ideas for family night to bring more fun to your summer vacation, beach trip, or family gathering? Whether you're planning a relaxing weekend at the lake or beach, a cozy camping trip, or looking for activities to connect at home, choosing a variety of games is key. At Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique, you’ll find a nice selection of family-friendly entertainment suitable for all ages. Our top seven picks can be found in our Summer Gifts Collection, each ready to enhance your next game night, or day.
Game Ideas for Family Night
1. Zipstring Interactive Toy
If you want to add a splash of magic and movement to outdoor fun, the Zipstring Interactive Toy is the hottest new gadget. This innovative toy, featured on Shark Tank, mesmerizes with its floating, looping string, offering endless trick possibilities for kids and adults. Small and portable, it’s an unforgettable highlight for park picnics, beach adventures, or backyard gatherings, keeping everyone moving and laughing as they race to master new stunts. Also comes with a USB charger to recharge while on-the-go.
Why it’s great: The Zipstring offers pure, shareable fun, perfect for sparking friendly trick contests, team challenges, and creative play wherever your adventures lead. Watch the Zipstring YouTube channel to get tips and learn new tricks.
2. Pickleball Starter Set: Kitchen’s Closed Edition
Ride the pickleball wave with the Pickleball Starter Set - Kitchen’s Closed. This set includes two durable paddles (featuring distinct blue and green logos on either side), three outdoor balls, and neoprene covers to safeguard your paddles between games. It’s a high-energy, easy-to-learn sport perfect for sunny days in the driveway, at a park, or even on vacation at the beach.
Why it’s great: Pickleball is accessible to all ages and skill levels. This starter set makes setup easy and lets the whole family (and your vacation neighbors) join in the action, turning any location into a mini tournament.
3. Playing Cards: Various Styles
No family game collection is complete without a classic deck of cards. Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique’s Playing Cards - Various Styles offer four eye-catching designs, Hipster Daisy, Mushroom, and Retro Tile Pattern, and Cannabis (for the adult-only games), that bring personality to every game. Standard decks mean you can break out timeless favorites like Go Fish, Rummy, Hearts, Spite and Malice, and Poker.
Why it’s great: These stylish, durable cards are easy to shuffle and built to withstand marathon sessions at the cabin, by the shore, or around the dining table. Lightweight and compact with a hard plastic cover, they belong in every travel bag.
4. Backgammon Magnetic Travel Set
Take classic strategy on the go with the Backgammon Magnetic Travel Set. Magnetic pieces and a zippered carrying case keep everything secure, no more lost pieces on long drives, bumpy flights, or breezy beaches. With easy-to-follow instructions included, anyone can jump right in, making it perfect for both long time players and those learning for the first time.
Why it’s great: This set delivers hours of portable, screen-free entertainment and becomes a staple for road trips, vacations, or spontaneous family game nights.
5. Large Handmade Sequence Board
Elevate group play with the Large Handmade Sequence Board, lovingly crafted from sturdy plywood by a local artisan in Atlanta, GA. Unlike ordinary boards, this larger-than-standard version features laminated rules on the back, uses a full deck of cards (including jokers in the corner for wild moves) on the front, and beautiful craftsmanship that makes each board unique.
Why it’s great: The generous size and quality design ensure everyone, kids, adults, grandparents, can play comfortably together. Everyone can see and reach the larger board for ease. It’s a special addition to any family collection and destined to become a favorite, whether you’re playing lakeside or by the fire.
6. Professional Poker Chip Set
Up the stakes for your classic card games with the Professional Poker Chip Set. The set features casino-style chips, a dealer chip, and two decks of cards in a sleek, protective aluminium case, making any poker or blackjack game feel like a Vegas event. It’s great for friendly tournaments, teaching kids about math and probability, or just adding excitement to your game nights.
Why it’s great: Compact and travel-ready, this set keeps all the pieces organized and secure, ideal for family reunions, holiday gatherings, or spontaneous game nights wherever you roam.
7. Coaster Drinking Games
Once the kids are in bed, grown-ups can keep the fun going with Coaster Drinking Games. Each set of four coasters features a different silly or challenging activity: Guess the Movie, Truth or Dare, Charades, and Say the Color. Just put the coasters out, pick a challenge, and let the laughter (and the drinks) flow.
Why it’s great: They’re fun, affordable, and make a perfect icebreaker for adult gatherings or late-night conversations. Plus, their compact size means they can travel anywhere. Great birthday gift or stocking stuffer.
Wrap-Up
Game night is more than just competition; it’s about laughter, connection, and building memories that last far beyond the final round or winning hand. With these handpicked products from Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique, every family trip, party, or quiet night in can become a special event. Shop now to find your favorites, build your dream game night, and make every gathering one to remember.
