Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Bring the fun of a summer carnival right to your own backyard! Charlene Deloach of The Playroom Chronicles shows us creative ways to keep kids and families entertained at home, from carnival-inspired games and inflatables to a backyard roller coaster, water balloon fun and more.

See playful ideas from Easy Playhouse, Flybar, GoSports and Step2 that can turn a backyard barbecue, summer party or beach day into a fun-filled family event. Watch for easy inspiration to bring the fun home this summer.

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