How To Make A Paper Plate Ring Toss Game: The Best Outdoor Activity for Kids

April 18, 2026

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a paper plate with the center cut out around a water bottle to make a paper plate ring toss game

This paper plate ring toss game is a fun and engaging outdoor activity for kids. Using a paper plate and water bottles, kids can create an exciting outdoor summer game. This activity is budget friendly and very easy to assemble!

I love pairing this paper plate ring toss game with this DIY sponge toss game. The kids and I love to make a “field day” with lots of outdoor games and activities. The kids can go from activity to activity and enjoy the outdoors. These activities are even great for summer parties, celebrations, and birthday parties. I also make either these shark floats, this ocean drink, or this simple strawberry lemonade.

Assorted acrylic paint bottles on a white paper plate with a blue-handled brush and scissors, set beside two plastic water bottles on a light blue surface.

What You’ll Need For This Outdoor Activity For Kids

Paper plates
Scissors
Paint
Paintbrushes
Plastic water bottles
Water

How To Make A Paper Plate Ring Toss Game

1. Cut out the center of each paper plate to create a ring.

White paper-plate ring shape on a pale blue craft table with scissors and glue nearby, ready for a kid's craft project

2. Paint the rings in bright, fun colors and let them dry completely. Kids can paint the paper plates the same colors or they create different patterns and designs on each one.

Colorful paper plate wreaths painted in rainbow segments on a light blue surface

3. Fill plastic water bottles with water so they stay sturdy and upright. Using store bought water bottles are the easiest.

4. Set the bottles on the ground, spacing them out for your game.

Two plastic bottles balanced upright on a rainbow-colored circular paper disc on a brick walkway.

5. Have kids stand a short distance away and toss the paper plate rings, aiming to land them over the bottles.

Tips For This Outdoor Activity For Kids

Try different distances to make it easier or more challenging.
Use multiple rings for a fast-paced game.
Assign points for the water bottles based on distance.
Place some water bottles on the ground and some up higher, such as on a deck or porch, to make it more challenging.
Increase difficulty by cutting out a smaller section in the middle of the paper plate and/or assign a certain number of points for each ring.
Use a piece of chalk or tape to draw a line on the ground that kids stand behind.

Benefits Of This Paper Plate Ring Toss Game

a person holding a paper plate frisbee with the middle cut out

Builds hand-eye coordination as kids aim and toss
Encourages focus and concentration while aiming for the target
Introduces early problem-solving as kids adjust their throwing strategy
Supports spatial awareness by judging distance and direction
Promotes active, screen-free play outdoors
Boosts confidence with each successful toss
Encourages turn-taking and cooperative play with others
Provides a fun way to practice patience and persistence

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