Croquet is a great game for a leisurely outdoor event. Up to 6 players can join in on the fun at any given time. The way the game works is that each player is given a mallet in which they have to hit their ball through each hoop planted in the grass. Croquet has been around since the 19th century as a lawn game, famous in the UK then brought over to all the British colonies. It had grown into a fun lawn game over the next hundred years, and has become popular at picnics, and outdoor events! If you are looking for a fun calm outdoor game that is great for kids and adults, this is it!