Splash Tag

Supplies

• 1–3 small wet sponges(Or use water spray bottles set to “stream” for older groups)

• Cones/chalk to mark the play area (optional)

1. Choose the Tagger

• One player starts as “The Splasher.”

• They hold the wet sponge.

2. Objective

• The Splasher tries to tag other players by lightly touching them with the wet sponge.

3. When You’re Tagged

A player is “splashed” if the sponge leaves any water mark on them.

You can choose one of the following versions (both work great):

Version A – Freeze

• Tagged player freezes in place.

• They can be freed if another player crawls under their legs / high fives them.

Version B – Become the New Tagger

• Whoever gets splashed becomes the next Splasher instantly, swapping roles.

4. Boundaries

• Stay inside the marked area.

• If someone leaves the area, they are automatically splashed.

5. Ending the Game

• Play for 3–5 minutes per round.

• Rotate taggers to keep everyone involved.

Safety Rules

• Sponge must be used gently — no throwing at faces.

• No pushing, grabbing, or tackling.

• Kids must walk if the ground gets slippery.

• Staff supervise the water use and keep refills minimal to avoid hazards.

Extra Fun Variations

💦 Multiple Splashers

2–3 taggers make the game faster & high-energy.

🎯 Sponge Shot

Place a bucket in the middle. If a player gets splashed, they must run and do one sponge squeeze into the bucket before rejoining.