Rainy days don't have to keep kids stuck indoors! With the right activities, they can enjoy both fun and learning while embracing the rainy weather. Here are some creative rain games and activities to keep the little ones engaged, whether they’re playing inside or splashing around outside.
 

Puddle Jumping Obstacle Course

 

What You Need: Rain boots, puddles, and outdoor space.
How to Play: Create a fun obstacle course using natural puddles or shallow water spots in the yard. Challenge kids to jump from puddle to puddle, avoiding dry areas. You can even add cones or markers to make the course more exciting. It's a simple way to enjoy the rain while getting active.

 

 

Rain Art

What You Need: Watercolor paper, washable markers, or watercolor paint.
How to Play: Let kids color on paper with markers or paint, then take the art outside in the rain and watch as the drops create beautiful, natural designs. This activity allows kids to explore color blending and patterns in a magical way.

 

 

Indoor Rain Dance Party

What You Need: Music and a little space.
How to Play: Turn a rainy day into a lively dance party! Play songs that include rain or water themes and let the kids dance around inside, pretending they’re dancing in the rain. This gets them moving while enjoying the rhythm of the weather.

 

 

Rain Gauge Experiment

What You Need: A clear container, ruler, and paper.
How to Play: Help kids measure rainfall by setting up a rain gauge. Place a clear container outside when it rains and let them record how much water collects. This introduces them to basic science concepts while they track the weather over time.

 

 

Rainy Day Storytelling Circle

What You Need: Imagination and a cozy indoor space.
How to Play: Gather the kids in a circle and take turns telling rainy day-themed stories. Start with “Once upon a time on a rainy day…” and let their creativity take over. This is a great way to encourage imaginative thinking while staying dry.

 

 

Splashy Rain Relay

What You Need: Buckets, cups, and rain gear.
How to Play: Set up a relay race outdoors where kids must scoop up rainwater from one bucket and transfer it to another using cups. It’s a fun, active game that helps them enjoy the rain while working on coordination and teamwork.

 

 

Indoor Rain Painting with Salt

What You Need: Watercolor paints, heavy paper, salt, and a spray bottle.
How to Play: Let kids paint scenes on heavy paper using watercolor paints. Before the paint dries, sprinkle salt over the painting and lightly mist it with water from a spray bottle to mimic rain. The salt will absorb the water and create unique patterns, adding texture to their artwork.

 

 

Rainy Day Scavenger Hunt

What You Need: A list of items and rain gear.
How to Play: Create a scavenger hunt with items that can be found during a rainy day, such as worms, leaves, puddles, or certain types of flowers. Kids will love the adventure of exploring the wet world around them.

 

 

DIY Raindrop Wind Chimes

What You Need: String, beads, and small objects that make noise in the wind (like spoons or bells).
How to Play: Help kids create their own wind chimes using strings, beads, and small objects. Hang them outside and let the rain and wind create soothing sounds. It’s a calming activity that also sparks creativity.

 

 

Build a Rain Shelter Fort

What You Need: Blankets, chairs, and pillows.
How to Play: Bring the excitement of camping inside by building a “rain shelter” fort. Kids can snuggle inside, listen to the rain, and pretend they’re on a wilderness adventure. Add in some flashlights and books for a cozy storytelling session.
Rainy days can be just as fun as sunny ones with the right mix of activities. Whether inside or outside, these games help children embrace the magic of rain while staying active, creative, and engaged.