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Prize Walk

This game is similar to a cake walk (a popular carnival game),

but instead of winning a cake, kids win prizes. Write numbers
from 1-30 on squares and tape them to the ground in a circle.
Make small numbered squares to correspond with the numbers
on the ground and keep them in a basket. Start the game by
having each child stand on a number and begin walking around
the circle when the music starts. When the music stops they
have to stand on a number. If their number is chosen from the
basket, they win a prize. This game can continue until
everyone wins a prize.

Doughnut on a String

This one is simple enough for the younger guests and delicious
enough for everyone else. Tie a rope to something sturdy, such
as thick tree branches. Use ribbons to attach each doughnut to
the rope so that the doughnut hangs freely and is at a good
length for the party guests. On the count of three, each player
must try to eat their entire doughnut without it falling to the
ground. The big challenge: No hands allowed! The first person
to finish their doughnut without it falling wins. There is really
no need for prizes here because the doughnuts will be the
yummiest prize of all.

Musical Statues

Play some upbeat music and let the kids dance like crazy.
When the music is paused, each child must freeze like a
statue. If anyone is caught moving, they’re out. This one is lots
of fun for younger kids but tougher for those under 4 years old.
Anyone younger than 4 can be encouraged to dance along in a
separate area just for fun. Make sure to give out small prizes,
like stickers, as players are eliminated so that everyone walks
away happy.