7 Cool Games & Activities to Play As a Family After Dark (Kids Won't Be Afraid of the Dark After This!) Activities

Looking for some family fun tonight? Here are five kid-friendly activities to do as a family – in the dark!

  • Flashlight Fun: Catch the light, explore with a flashlight or play limbo.
  • Explore With Shadows: Try shadow puppets or chasing shadows.
  • Games: Play some classic games with a flashlight.
  • Outside Fun: Build a campfire (adult supervision required!).
  • It's in the Stars: Lay on a blanket and take turns naming the stars.
  • Catch and Release: Catch (and then release!) fireflies.  

Get even more ideas on how to play in the dark with your kids at Childhood Beckons

What's your favorite outside family activity at night? 

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