🎯 Cornhole, Life-Sized Jenga & More at Backyard Games! Seasonal, Through October 15

BACKYARD GAMES THROUGH OCTOBER 15Private rentals, by request only
Downtown Buffalo, NY · Private Outdoor Events

Backyard
Games

Get a private outdoor space on one of our two covered rinks and let the friendly competition begin. Our Recreation staff sets up Cornhole, Can-Jam, Spikeball, and more. Perfect for corporate outings, birthday parties, family reunions, and team building. Fully customizable, from simple setup to full catered meals.

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🎯Private Covered Space

Rates & rental

Pricing

Private rink rental. Your choice of games or activities.

1 Hour

$300

1 Rink · Private Rental

Your choice of games or activities. Staff handles full setup and breakdown.

2 Hours

$500

1 Rink · Private Rental

More time, more fun. Perfect for larger groups or extended celebrations.

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Special Offer: Receive $100 off when renting both rinks (subject to availability).

iA $10 Adventure Guide setup fee is charged as auto gratuity once per booking (school field trips exempt).

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Games & packages

What’s Included

Everything you need for a great private outdoor event. We set it up, you enjoy it.

Private Event Space
Fully customizable
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SpacePrivate use of one of our two covered outdoor rink spaces.

SetupStaff sets up and breaks down all games and equipment.

WeatherRain or shine. Fully covered space.

Games availableCornhole, Can-Jam, Spikeball, Pickleball, Kan Jam, Life-Sized Jenga, Life-Sized Connect Four, Knoggle, Disc Golf & Bucket Golf.

Food & diningOptions range from high-top tables to full catered meals.

Pricing varies by group size, catering options, and duration. Contact mchase@buffaloriverworks.com to customize your event.

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Corporate Outings & Team Building
10 to 100+
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Why it worksA relaxed but fun atmosphere with friendly competition that brings teams together.

Group sizePerfect for 10 to 100+ guests.

Great forClient entertaining and company culture events.

Add-onsCombine with food & drinks from The Ward Restaurant; beverage packages available when booked in advance.

We’ll work with you to plan the full experience from games to food.

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Birthday Parties & Celebrations
All ages
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What to expectPrivate covered outdoor space with games, food, and drinks all in one spot.

Who playsKids and adults. Everyone plays together.

BackdropA beautiful riverfront setting for photos.

Great forBirthdays, graduations & family reunions; youth groups & school outings.

Make it a day to remember on the Buffalo River. Email mchase@buffaloriverworks.com to start planning.

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Must Know
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Popular gamesCornhole, Pickleball, Kan Jam, Spikeball.

Popular activitiesKnoggle (hammer-and-nail striking game), Life-Sized Jenga, Life-Sized Connect Four.

SeasonBackyard Games runs through October 15. The rinks then convert to ice for the winter season, which ends at the beginning of May.

Advance bookingRentals must be booked at least 7 days in advance and are subject to availability and staff approval. Backyard Games is not bookable online, send us a request and our team will confirm.

Rental timeIncludes setup, breakdown, and activity time. Late arrivals or unused time cannot be extended unless caused by Riverworks staff, and participants must exit promptly at the scheduled end time.

ConductRoughhousing or unsafe behavior will result in a warning; continued issues may require individuals to leave the rink area.

WaiverOrganized sports (e.g., full soccer games) require a signed waiver from the pro shop.

DamageDamage beyond normal wear and tear may result in legal action and restriction from future rentals.

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Email mchase@buffaloriverworks.com to book your event

Sign the activity waiver before you play →

Questions? Call (716) 270-1637 · ext. 528 (Matt Chase)

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