Top Outdoor Summer Toys This 2025
Looking for the best outdoor toys for summer fun this year? Dive into a world of adventure with an array of exciting options perfect for families. From splash pads and water slides that turn your backyard into a mini water park to classic favorites like frisbees, kites, and bubble machines, there’s something for every age and interest. Younger kids will love sandbox diggers and ride-on cars, while older children can enjoy the challenge of a backyard obstacle course or the thrill of remote-controlled boats and drones. For a more traditional touch, try lawn games like croquet, cornhole, and giant Jenga, which are perfect for family gatherings and barbecues. Make this summer unforgettable with the best outdoor toys that inspire creativity, physical activity, and endless hours of fun.
Some of these toys have been gifted in earlier campaigns but this means we have used them and know how great they are from experience and use with our children. We never promote anything unless it works, is worth the money and works!
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Outdoor Summer Toys For Toddlers And Preschoolers
Bunch O Bubbles Mega Motorised Bubble Blaster (RRP: £24.99, ages 3+).
Blast millions of bubbles with this no-dip, no-mess Bubble Blaster, removing the mess and fuss of blowing bubbles. Place the bubble solution into the easy refill holder to create a continuous flow of bubble,s which boasts 15,000 bubbles per minute! The Blaster includes two 250ml bottles of bubble solution and comes with LED lights and rechargeable batteries for hours of toddler entertainment. Buy Buncho Bubbles Mega Blaster.
XSHOT Junior Fast-Fill Water Blasters (RRP: £4.99, ages 3+)
Little ones can also join in the splash-tastic fun with new XSHOT Junior Fast-Fill. These are designed for small hands, with easy grip design and Fast-Fill technology for easy refill. Youngsters can refill their blaster in just one second, – dunk, fill and close. Holding 130ml / 4.4 Fl Oz. of water, children can blast water up to 9m / 30 feet. There are five sea-themed designs to find and play with, including clown fish, seahorse, starfish, pirate, and mermaid. Buy Xshot Jr.
Ickle Bubba Teepee Playtime 4 piece bundle £69.00
Create magical outdoor adventures with Ickle Bubba’s teepee play tents – perfect for garden fun, imaginative play, and cosy hideouts! Easy to set up and beautifully designed.
Ickle Bubba’s teepees are ideal for screen-free fun, encouraging creativity and roleplay in toddlers and young kids. Use them outdoors for garden adventures or indoors on rainy days. Lightweight and easy to move, they’re great for reading corners, pirate dens, or just relaxing in the shade. Stylish and simple to set up, they look good in any space and help spark independence and imaginati
Bunch O Balloons RESUSABLE Water Balloons for a 6pk (RRP: £12.99, ages 3+)
These are just genius and work so easily, I couldn’t recommend more! Innovative magnetic technology allows the water balloons to be used over and over again, with up to 1500 reusable splashes per balloon! Made with soft rubber material and safe-seal magnetic technology, these lightweight balloons make the perfect splash on impact. Simply open, dunk, close, and splash! Buy Buncho Balloons
Intex Dinoland Play Center Inflatable Water Play Center £39.99
This is always a hit with the inflatable slide with padded base and side barriers, inflatable dinosaur figures, inflatable rings, water sprayer and colorful balls.
You can even attach a hose to the center arch for a water sprayer. I would invest in an electric pump though!
Ultimate Older Kids Outdoor Summer Toys
Super Wubble Ball (Price vary from retailer and size)
The Sup Wubble is every kid’s dream – a bubble that’s built for serious play! Unlike regular bubbles that pop in seconds, the Sup Wubble is made from super strong, squishy material that can take kicks, throws, bounces, and even belly flops. It looks like a bubble but moves and feels like a ball – giving your kids the best of both worlds.
Perfect for garden fun, beach days, or trips to the park, it’s lightweight, easy to inflate, and durable enough for active play. Whether it’s solo fun or a game with friends, the Sup Wubble is a hit with children who love being on the move.
Hyper Dash Electronic Game £19.99 (Smyths, Amazon)
If you’re looking for an outdoor toy that gets kids moving and thinking, the Hyper Dash Electronic Game is a brilliant pick. This fast-paced, interactive game challenges children to race between coloured targets using a handheld electronic tagger, following audio commands that test their memory, speed, and coordination. It’s perfect for solo play or group fun, and ideal for burning off energy in the garden or park. A great way to combine active play with learning – without them even realising it! Buy Hyper Dash Electronic Game.
Giant Inflatable 5ft Target B&M Stores £35
We love this and its our third summer with it (So this photo is an older addition, so it will only of have gotten better!). Its great fun and so easy to inflate and take down. Highly recommend this fun family game. Helps to have an air pump but I have blown up under my own steam if your wondering if you need a pump.
Gel Blaster £45.00
This is aimed at 14 years plus. And its amazing! If you have caught us on our stories you will see why this is going to be one of those summer hits for older kids.
Buy Gel Blaster
Bunch O Balloons RESUSABLE Water Balloons for a 6pk (RRP: £12.99, ages 3+)
These are just genius and works so easily, I couldn’t recommend more! Innovative magnetic technology allows the water balloons to be used over and over again, with up to 1500 reusable splashes per balloon! Made with soft rubber material and safe-seal magnetic technology, these lightweight balloons make the perfect splash on impact. Simply open, dunk, close, and splash! Buy Buncho Balloons
Nerf Inflatables From £10.99
This was so much fun with all the kids taking cover behind all the inflatables, and it went on for hours!
Whilst this one still looks like it’s out of stock, you can buy lots of different inflatable style Nerf bunkers for play from as little as £10.99.
