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6 Ways to Turn Your Backyard into Entertainment Central

Don't spend your backyard blowout in a hosting haze. The golden idea here is to create engaging entertainment stations so when the outdoor festivities begin, you can take part in the uninterrupted fun.

Not sure where to start? Here's a solid batch of outdoor entertainment tips that put six items you can find at Costco.com to good use.

1. Arrange patio seating around a fire pit

The social anchor of any party, a patio set paired with a fire pit helps guests launch into conversation while they scope out the scene.

Pro-Tip: For a fresh spin on a camping staple, pre-fill some waffle cones with s'mores fixins', wrap them in foil and roast them over the fire pit (or grill) for the ultimate summer night dessert.

Outdoor table tennis does wonders to cross all age barriers and prompt a bit of backyard banter and competition. Set up a chalkboard scoring station and provide extra paddles for doubles.

Pro-Tip: For a fresh spin on a camping staple, pre-fill some waffle cones with s'mores fixins', wrap them in foil and roast them over the fire pit (or grill) for the ultimate summer night dessert.

Keep different sized cushions on hand for charming yet versatile outdoor furniture. Create additional seating by placing them on top of large upside-down pots, crates or tree stumps.

Pro-Tip: Cozy up the space with a plush carpet, overstuffed pillows and strings of lights hung along the ceiling.

Transform a small shed into an outdoor entertainment area, a space for live music, or a kids-only kingdom that will allow adults to mix and mingle in the yard.

Pro-Tip: Cozy up the space with a plush carpet, overstuffed pillows and strings of lights hung along the ceiling.
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