Easy Card Games for Families: Games to Play with a Deck of Cards

Stuck for something to do this summer? Grab a pack of cards.

There’s something brilliant about a good old-fashioned pack of playing cards. They take up hardly any space, are something everyone is familiar with and can provide hours of entertainment - whether you’re at home, on holiday, camping, or simply looking for something to do on a rainy afternoon (if they ever come!) 

But if you’re anything like us, there’s one problem: what card game shall we play?

We’ve created a handy card game cheat sheet packed with some of our favourite games to play with a standard deck of cards. Originally created for our lovely retailers and stockists to help those dwelling in cafes and restaurants, we thought why not create a version for all the family for the holidays? From quick and easy games that kids can pick up in minutes to more competitive classics for the whole family, there’s a little something for everyone.

Our cheat sheet brings some of our favourite games together in one place, so you can simply download it, grab a pack of cards and get playing. Whether you’re looking for a new family favourite, something to keep the kids occupied during the summer holidays, or just a way to make a rainy afternoon a little more fun, we reckon a pack of cards is a pretty good place to start.

Got a card game we’ve missed? We’d love to hear it! Email us with your favourite games or share them with us over on our Instagram/Facebook pages - we’re always looking for new ones to add to the list.

Download your free games sheet here and feel free to share your snaps of you enjoying a game of cards on our socials: @aceplacescards on Insta and Facebook.