Introduction
Christmas is a joyous time of year for people of all ages, and what better way to celebrate than with some festive games? With a large group, it can be tough to find activities that everyone can enjoy. However, fear not! We’ve compiled twelve foolproof games that are sure to keep your guests entertained and in high spirits throughout the holiday season.
1. Christmas Charades
Materials:
- List of Christmas-themed words or phrases
Instructions:
- Divide the group into two teams.
- Have one person from each team take turns acting out a word or phrase from the list.
- Their team guesses the correct answer within a certain time limit.
- The team with the most correct guesses wins.
2. Christmas Pictionary
Materials:
- Paper
- Markers
- List of Christmas-themed words or phrases
Instructions:
- Similar to Charades, divide the group into teams.
- Have one person from each team take turns drawing a word or phrase from the list on a piece of paper.
- Their team guesses the correct answer within a certain time limit.
- The team with the most correct guesses wins.
3. Christmas Trivia
Materials:
- List of Christmas-related trivia questions
Instructions:
- Gather the group around and pose a series of Christmas-themed trivia questions.
- Award points to the first person or team to answer correctly.
- The person or team with the most points at the end of the game wins.
4. Christmas Bingo
Materials:
- Bingo cards with Christmas-themed words or phrases
- Markers
Instructions:
- Distribute Bingo cards to each player.
- Call out different Christmas-themed words or phrases.
- Players mark the corresponding squares on their cards if they have them.
- The first player to complete a line (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) calls out “Bingo!” and wins.
5. Christmas Scavenger Hunt
Materials:
- List of Christmas-themed items to find
- Clues
Instructions:
- Hide various Christmas-themed items around the venue.
- Provide clues to the participants.
- Divide the group into teams and have them search for the items based on the clues.
- The first team to find all the items wins.
6. Christmas Simon Says
Materials:
- None
Instructions:
- Designate one person to be Simon.
- Simon gives a series of commands, such as “Simon says touch your nose” or “Simon says jump up and down.”
- Participants must only follow the commands preceded by “Simon says.”
- Anyone who follows a command that is not preceded by “Simon says” is out of the game.
- The last person standing wins.
7. Christmas Gift Exchange
Materials:
- Wrapped gifts
Instructions:
- Have participants bring wrapped gifts with a specified budget.
- Start the game by having one person select a gift and unwrap it.
- Then, they select another person to receive a gift, who then does the same.
- Continue playing until all gifts have been distributed.
8. Christmas Charades with a Twist
Materials:
- List of Christmas-themed words or phrases
Instructions:
- Like regular Charades, divide the group into teams.
- Add a twist by having one person act out the word or phrase while wearing a blindfold.
- Their team guesses the correct answer based on their gestures alone.
- The team with the most correct guesses wins.
9. Christmas Pictionary with a Twist
Materials:
- Paper
- Markers
- List of Christmas-themed words or phrases
Instructions:
- Similar to Pictionary with a Twist, divide the group into teams.
- Add a twist by having one person draw the word or phrase on their back.
- Their team guesses the correct answer based on the drawing they see on their back.
- The team with the most correct guesses wins.
10. Christmas Trivia with a Twist
Materials:
- List of Christmas-related trivia questions
Instructions:
- Like regular Christmas Trivia, pose a series of Christmas-themed trivia questions.
- Add a twist by having participants answer the questions in the form of a song or a dance.
- Award points to the most creative and entertaining answers.
11. Christmas Bingo with a Twist
Materials:
- Bingo cards with Christmas-themed words or phrases
- Markers
Instructions:
- Similar to Christmas Bingo, distribute Bingo cards to each player.
- Add a twist by having participants complete the squares on their cards by performing Christmas-themed challenges, such as singing a carol or decorating a cookie.
- The first person to complete a line (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) calls out “Bingo!” and wins.
12. Christmas Scavenger Hunt with a Twist
Materials:
- List of Christmas-themed items to find
- Clues
Instructions:
- Similar to Christmas Scavenger Hunt, hide various Christmas-themed items around the venue.
- Add a twist by having participants use a smartphone app to scan QR codes or take pictures of the items they find.
- The first team to complete the scavenger hunt wins.
Conclusion
Christmas is a time for joy, laughter, and spending quality time with friends and family. These twelve festive games are guaranteed to add an extra layer of excitement and merriment to your holiday celebrations. Whether you’re hosting a large family gathering or a corporate holiday party, these games will keep everyone entertained and create lasting memories. So gather your loved ones, grab some snacks, and get ready for an unforgettable Christmas filled with fun and cheer!
