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| Check out our list of 20 fun games to liven up your Christmas party! From classics to new twists, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to have a jolly good time! |
If you're looking for a way to liven up your Christmas party and brea the ice among guests, then you need to try some fun and engaging games. Not only are they a great way to pass the time and add some excitement to your party, but they can also help to bring people together and foster a sense of community.
One of our favorite games on the list is the classic game of charades. In this game, players take turns acting out a word or phrase without speaking, and their teammates must try to guess what they are acting out. This game is perfect for a large group and can be adapted to suit players of all ages.
There are also many fun and creative games on the list that are perfect for kids. For example, the "reindeer antlers" game involves players wearing a set of reindeer antlers and trying to knock other players' antlers off with a ball. This game is a great way to get kids moving and having fun at your party.
In addition to these classic party games, our list includes many unique and creative games that will surely be a hit with your guests. For example, the "Christmas carol trivia" game tests players' knowledge of popular Christmas carols and songs, and the "Christmas scavenger hunt" game involves players searching for items on a list and racing to be the first to find them all.
No matter what type of party you are hosting, these fun and engaging games are sure to add excitement and laughter to your holiday celebration. So why not try some of these games at your next Christmas party and see how much fun they can be? Your guests will thank you for it!
Get ready to have a blast with these fun and entertaining Christmas party games:
1. Charade
Charades is a fun party game where players act out words or phrases without speaking, and the other players try to guess what they are. To play, one person thinks of a word or phrase and then acts it out for the other players to guess. The person acting out the word or phrase cannot speak, but they can make noises and gestures to help the other players guess.
For example, if the word was "dog," the person acting it out might bark and wag their finger to represent a tail. The other players must try to guess the word before time runs out. Charades is a great game for all ages and can be played with as few as two people. It's fun to test your acting skills and see how well you can communicate without speaking.
2. Pictionary
Pictionary is an enjoyable drawing and guessing game for two or more players. One player is chosen randomly to draw a picture based on a word or phrase chosen by the group. The other players must then guess the word or phrase based on the picture drawn by the first player.
The player who correctly guesses the word or phrase first wins the round and gets to choose the next word or phrase for the next round. The game continues until all words or phrases are guessed or a time limit is reached.
3. Christmas Carol Trivia
This is a "Trivia" game variation in which players are asked questions from various categories such as history, sports, and entertainment. The goal of the game is to see who can correctly answer the most questions. Trivia can be a fun game to play at a Christmas party, with questions about Christmas traditions, movies, songs, and other holiday-related topics.
To play the game, divide the players into teams and have each team take turns answering the questions. The team with the most correct answers wins at the game's end.
4. Card Against the Humanity
Cards Against Humanity is a party game in which players fill in the blanks with words or phrases from their deck of cards. The game is well-known for its edgy and frequently outrageous sense of humor.
To incorporate Cards Against Humanity into a Christmas party game, players could use cards with holiday-themed words or phrases, such as "fruitcake," "ugly sweater," or "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer."
The game could be played the same way as the original, with players taking turns completing the statements and the group voting on the funniest answer. This game is unsuitable for all audiences, so check with your guests before including it in your party.
5. Taboo
Taboo is a word-guessing game in which players attempt to trick their teammates into guessing a word without using certain forbidden words. Players could use holiday-themed words and phrases like "snowman," "elf," or "mistletoe" to incorporate Taboo into a Christmas party game.
The game could be played in the same manner as the original, with players taking turns attempting to persuade their teammates to guess the word by providing clues that do not contain the forbidden words. This game can be a fun and challenging addition to the activities at your Christmas party.
6. Scrabble
Scrabble is a fun and exciting word game that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The game is played by forming words on a game board using lettered tiles. Each tile has a different value, with common letters like "e" and "s" being worth less than rare letters like "z" and "x."
The goal of the game is to score as many points as possible by forming words on the game board and using high-value tiles. You can add a holiday twist to the game by offering bonus points for words that relate to Christmas, such as "gingerbread," "snowman," and "mistletoe."
7. Reindeer Antlers
The "reindeer antlers" game is not just any ordinary party game - it's a fantastic way to get kids moving and having a blast! In this fun and exciting game, players don a set of reindeer antlers and use a ball to try and knock the antlers off of their opponents.
To play, simply provide each player with a set of reindeer antlers (which can be made from cardboard) and a ball. The game's object is to knock the antlers off other players' heads using the ball. This game is a great way to get kids active and having fun, and it's perfect for parties of all sizes.
8. Christmas Scavenger Hunt
A Christmas scavenger hunt is another fun and exciting game that can be played at a Christmas party or gathering. In this game, players are given a list of items or tasks to find or complete, and they must search for these items or complete the tasks to win the game.
To play, first, create a list of items or tasks that players must find or complete. This can include anything from finding a specific type of ornament to taking a photo with a certain person at the party. Then, divide the players into teams and provide each team with a copy of the list.
Next, set a time limit for the game and let the teams begin their search. The first team to complete all of the tasks on the list wins the game.
9. Monopoly
A monopoly game is a board game in which players move around the board by rolling two dice, buying and trading properties, and collecting rent from other players. Set up a game station where guests can take turns playing the game to incorporate this game into a Christmas party.
You could also add a fun twist to the game by giving the winners small prizes or treats. For example, the winner of each round could choose a wrapped gift from under the Christmas tree. This would add an extra element of excitement and competition to the party.
10. Bananagrams
Bananagrams is a word game that is played with letter tiles. The game is played by players building crossword grids using the letter tiles, similar to the game Scrabble. However, unlike Scrabble, Bananagrams does not have a board, and the players are not required to play words in a specific pattern. Instead, each player builds their own grid independently, trying to use all of their tiles as quickly as possible.
The game ends when one player uses all their tiles and calls out "Bananas!" to signal that they have completed their grid. The other players have one final chance to use their remaining tiles and complete their grids. The player with the most words in their grid wins.
11. Apples to Apples
Apples to Apples is a fun party game that is suitable for players of all ages. In the game, players take turns being the judge and the other players try to match a word or phrase card from their hand to a card played by the judge. The judge then chooses the winning card and the player who played it gets a point.
The game continues until one player reaches a certain number of points, which is usually around 5 or 10. The game is easy to learn and is a great way to get everyone laughing and having a good time. It's a great game to play at parties or with a group of friends.
12. Pin the Tail on the Donkey
"Pin the Tail on the Donkey" is a classic party game that's been around for generations. The game is played by blindfolding a player and spinning them around a few times. The player then has to try to pin a tail on a poster of a donkey while they are still blindfolded. The poster is usually hung on a wall or other vertical surface.
The goal of the game is to get the tail as close to the correct spot on the donkey as possible. The player who pins the tail closest to the correct spot wins the game. It's a fun and simple game that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
13. Red Light Green Light
Red Light Green Light is a popular children's game often played outdoors. It is a simple game that can be played with a large group of people.
To play, one person is chosen to be the "traffic light" and stands at one end of the playing area. The other players stand at the other end and take turns trying to advance toward the traffic light. When the player acting as a traffic light says "green light," the players can take steps forward. When the traffic light turns red, the players must come to a complete stop. Players are eliminated from the game if they do not stop at the "red light."
The first player to reach the traffic light wins and becomes the next traffic light. The game continues until only one player remains, who is declared the overall winner.
14. War
War is a simple card game that can be played with a standard deck of playing cards. It is a fun game often played at Christmas parties or other gatherings. A deck of cards is shuffled and divided evenly among the players. Each player holds their cards face down and takes turns flipping the top card of their deck over. The player with the highest card wins the round and collects all the cards played.
If there is a tie, the players engage in a "war" by placing three face-down cards and then flipping a fourth card. The player with the higher fourth card wins the war and all of the cards. The game continues until one player has collected all of the cards. That player is declared the winner.
15. Simon Says
Simon Says is a fun party game that's perfect for a Christmas party! The game is simple: one person, who is "Simon," gives commands to the other players, who must follow the commands only if they start with the words "Simon says."
For example, if Simon says, "Simon says touch your nose," the players must touch their nose. But if Simon simply says, "Jump up and down," the players must not follow the command because it doesn't start with "Simon says." The game continues until Simon tricks someone into following a command that doesn't start with "Simon says," and that person is out.
The last person remaining is the winner. Simon Says is a great way to get everyone moving and laughing at your Christmas party!
16. Trip to Jerusalem/Musical Chairs
The "Trip to Jerusalem" game is a popular party game, often played at Christmas gatherings. The game is also known as "Musical Chairs" or "Hot Potato." The game involves a group of players, a group of chairs, and some music.
To play, the players walk or dance in a circle around the chairs, with one fewer chairs than there are players. When the music stops, the players must try to sit down on one of the chairs. The player left standing is eliminated, and one of the chairs is removed. The game continues this way, with the music starting and stopping at random intervals and players being eliminated until only one person is left. This person is declared the winner of the game.
17. Twister
Twister is a fun party game perfect for a group of people, especially around the holiday season. The game involves a large plastic mat with different colors and a spinner with various body parts and colors.
One person spins the spinner to play, and then everyone must place the designated body part on the corresponding color on the mat. For example, if the spinner lands on "right-hand red," players must place their right hand on a red circle on the mat.
As more and more people place their hands and feet on the mat, it becomes harder to find a free space, and players may end up in funny and awkward positions as they try to follow the spinner's instructions. The last person standing wins the game.
18. Capture the Flag
"Capture the Flag" is a fun and exciting game often played at parties, including Christmas parties. The game is played by dividing players into two teams and assigning each team a flag or other object to defend. The game's goal is to capture the other team's flag and bring it back to your base without getting tagged by the other team.
To play the game, each team selects a spot to hide their flag, which can be somewhere on the playing field or in a designated area. Once the flags are hidden, players must work together to try and capture the other team's flag while protecting their own.
If a player from the opposing team is tagged by a defending team member, they are out of the game and must go to a designated "jail" area until one of their teammates can free them by tagging them. The game continues until one team captures the other team's flag and returns it to their base.
19. Stop Dance
The "Stop Dance" game is a fun and energetic activity often played at Christmas parties. It's a variation of the popular "Freeze Dance" game, and it's a great way to get everyone moving and having fun.
To play the game, you'll need some upbeat music and plenty of space for everyone to dance. The game begins with everyone dancing to the music. When the music stops, everyone must freeze in place. The person caught moving when the music stops is out of the game.
The game continues with the music starting and stopping at random intervals. As people are eliminated, the remaining players must be careful to freeze in place whenever the music stops. The last person remaining is declared the winner.
20. Don't Smash the Egg
The object of the game "Don't smash the egg" is to pass an egg around without breaking it. Each person must carefully hold the egg and pass it to the following person without breaking it as the egg is passed in a circle.
The player who dropped the egg is eliminated from the game if it breaks. The winner is the last person holding the egg who didn't crack it! It's simple to set up and play, and this game is a great way to inject some fun and laughter into your Christmas party. Just be certain to have enough eggs so that everyone can participate.