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Sack Race

Hop to the finish line without face-planting.

4-20 players10-20 min · 5 min setup · Ages 5+Easyoutdoor
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What you need

  • 1 burlap sack or pillowcase per player

Setup

  1. Mark start and finish lines 30-50 feet apart.

How to play

  1. Each racer stands in a sack, holding it at the waist.
  2. On 'go', hop to the finish line.
  3. First across wins. Run heats and a final for big groups.

Host tips

  • Check the weather — have a rain plan.
  • Set clear boundaries so kids/pets don't wander off.
  • Rotate teams so everyone plays with everyone.

Snack & drink pairings

🍿 Snacks

  • Grill classics (burgers, dogs, veggies)
  • Chips + salsa
  • Watermelon slices

🥤 Drinks

  • Cold lemonade
  • Iced tea
  • Beer or hard seltzer (21+)
  • Plenty of water

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