Backyard Gift Ideas for Christmas and New Year

Celebrate the holiday season with an investment in fun, fitness, and family time. The best way to give gifts is to find something that will speak to your family and bring them together to create wonderful memories. Of course our top recommendation will be trampolines, but read on for other ideas to enhance your backyard and make this a special Christmas to remember. 

The Magic of Backyard Gifts

Backyard gifts are more than fun, they are a great way to gather the family around for food, entertainment, or just to hang out and chat. Unlike expensive tech gifts, boring clothes, or other toys, a backyard gift has the potential to add long term value to your home while improving your family life on a daily basis. We all want to encourage our families to spend more time outdoors and live a healthier lifestyle, and these gifts help you do just that. 

Wouldn’t you love to come home after a long day of work and have a nice backyard oasis beckoning you to jump on a trampoline (or watch your kids jump) relax in a reclining patio chair, or make something in your grill? Creating a welcoming backyard environment for your family will pay dividends in family enjoyment. What’s not to love? 

For families, a backyard environment with a little something for everyone is a way to foster excitement and a desire to be together more. If you love to have parties, a fun backyard is a natural gathering place that guests will love. 

The Ultimate Backyard Gift Idea: Trampolines

Trampolines are one of the best kids’ Christmas presents. You simply can’t go wrong. Suitable for all ages, a trampoline will have everyone jumping, exercising, and getting fresh air everyday of the week. It is one activity that kids of all ages can’t resist. It will become a natural focal point in your yard. 
Trampolines come in various shapes and sizes, and can even be installed in the ground to keep them low profile so they don’t intrude on your backyard hangout vibes. 

Trampoline jumping burns calories, strengthens cardiovascular fitness, improves balance and coordination, and encourages laughter. With safety features like enclosures and padded frames, you can minimize risk of falls so you don’t have to worry about accidents. Your trampoline kit can even be customized with added fun accessories like LED lights for night jumping or basketball hoops for some friendly competition. The possibilities are mind-boggling for ways to extend the fun on your trampoline. 

Cozy Patio Furniture Sets

If you want to relax by the trampoline, a comfortable luxury patio furniture set will be an instant hit this Christmas. A wicker, metal, or wood set will be both comfortable and stylish. Everyone will appreciate having somewhere to lounge while soaking in the sun, eating an al fresco dinner, or watching the sun come up with coffee. 

Consider whether you would like a dining table and chairs, a semi-circle of Adirondack-style chairs, or even an outdoor sofa. What will your family use the most? A fire pit or patio heater will extend the season into the cooler months if you live in an area that gets chilly. 

These sets are ideal for parties, or family dinners, or even a solo spot to hangout and read a book. 

Outdoor Games and Activities

If you have multiple kids or any children who are social butterflies, backyard games are a great way to keep them entertained without having to clean up after them in the house! Think of classic lawn games like cornhole, bocce, badminton, or croquet. Or, opt for something bigger if you think they’d like a bounce house, slip n slide, or jungle gym. 

Think about your kids’ ages and activity levels and find the right game to pique their interest. Consider winter storage depending on where you live and what type of game or activity you are interested in. Is it something that needs to be set up and taken down with each use? Sometimes this can be a hindrance to optimal use as the “out of sight, out of mind” adage kicks in. 

Building a Backyard Oasis with Water Features

Water features are soothing, beautiful, and pleasant. If your loved ones are looking to create a calming environment to escape for the hustle and bustle of everyday life, a backyard water feature could be the perfect choice. 

Whether it is a pond, waterfall, or a bubbling fountain, a yard water feature will instantly transport you to a zone of tranquility. The ambience they provide is simply unmatched. 

Reduce stress, promote relaxation and good vibes with a beautiful water feature.