Run the round

How to play Parking Lot Points

Step 1

Score safe throws into marked parking-lot target zones without crowding cars or grills.

Step 2

Judge the parking result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the parking setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Score safe throws into marked parking-lot target zones without crowding cars or grills. Final round uses the farthest legal target for double points. Format: Target toss.

Example: Score safe throws into marked parking-lot target zones without crowding cars or grills.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Ignoring changing outdoor conditions. Shorten or stop the parking round when the space changes.

Safety: Check weather and surfaces, keep clear of traffic, fire, deep water, and bystanders, and use sun, hydration, and supervision precautions.

Best for

Who it fits

4-16 who want a 10-30 min round.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Tailgate

Category Parking Lot Games

Best for 4-16 who want a 10-30 min round.

Players 4-16

Time 10-30 min

Gear Tailgate-game props, markers, and score note

Space Parking-lot-safe tailgate area, yard, or open field

Energy Medium

Setup Start from Tailgate Board and tell the group the activity is Parking Lot Points.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Parking Lot Points also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Backyard games Family games

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Parking Lot Points from Studboards. Score safe throws into marked parking-lot target zones without crowding cars or grills. Fits: Players: 4-16 | Time: 10-30 min | Gear: Tailgate-game props, markers, and score note Safety: Check weather and surfaces, keep clear of traffic, fire, deep water, and bystanders, and use sun, hydration, and supervision precautions. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/tailgate/tailgate-parking-lot-points.html

Parking Lot Points

Quick start.