Across
- 3. Something that always ends up on the roof
- 5. Juicy fruit that screams summer
- 6. Where the magic (and smoke) happens
- 8. Often forgotten until it’s too late
- 9. A controversial hot dog topping
- 12. Tiny fireworks for early celebrating
- 14. Traditional side in salad form
- 15. Post-BBQ activity in a lawn chair
- 17. The real prize the next day
- 19. What you go back for… multiple times
- 20. Backyard game with serious competition
- 21. Crunchy side that disappears fast
Down
- 1. Nighttime grand finale
- 2. Cold one in a cooler
- 4. Best seat in the backyard
- 7. Sweet, tart drink in a plastic cup
- 10. Stars and stripes waving in the wind
- 11. Packed with ice and everyone’s drinks
- 12. What everyone hopes for on this day
- 13. Ballpark favorite turned backyard staple
- 14. Casual outdoor meal setup
- 16. Small-town tradition with floats and candy
- 18. The more “acceptable” hot dog topping
- 20. Backyard feast with friends and family