4th of July barbecue activities

Independence Day is the perfect occasion to gather with family and friends, fire up the grill, and celebrate the red, white, and blue in style.

We've compiled a list of 19 exciting and fun activities to make your Fourth of July barbecue a memorable experience for everyone. From thrilling water balloon tosses to delicious pie-eating contests, from creative crafts to friendly sports competitions, we've got you covered.

1. Set up a DIY photo booth with patriotic props and decorations for guests to take memorable pictures.
2. Organize a water balloon toss or water gun fight to cool off on a hot summer day.
3. Have a three-legged race competition, where teams of two tie their legs together and race to the finish line.
4. Set up a face painting station with red, white, and blue designs for kids and adults to enjoy.
5. Create a scavenger hunt with patriotic-themed clues and prizes for the winners.
6. Organize a pie-eating contest using classic American flavors like apple or cherry pie.
7. Have a DIY crafts table where guests can create their own patriotic-themed accessories, such as bracelets or headbands.
8. Set up a cornhole tournament for friendly competition between guests.
9. Create a DIY lemonade or soda bar with various flavors and mix-ins for guests to create their own refreshing drinks.
10. Organize a friendly game of flag football in the backyard or a nearby park.
11. Have a bubble station with different types of bubble wands for kids to enjoy.
12. Set up a temporary hair coloring station with washable hair sprays in red, white, and blue.
13. Organize a mini carnival with classic games like ring toss, bean bag toss, and duck pond for guests to enjoy.
14. Set up a DIY s'mores bar with various types of chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallows for guests to create their own delicious treats.
15. Play patriotic-themed charades, where guests act out famous American figures, landmarks, or events.
16. Set up a temporary tattoo station with patriotic designs for guests to show off their American spirit.
17. Have a hula hoop contest to see who can keep the hoop going the longest.
18. Organize a watermelon-eating contest for some messy and tasty fun.
19. End the evening by traveling to a local fireworks display.