16 Fun Christmas Party Games Everyone in the Family Can Enjoy
So… you’re planning to get everyone together for a big Christmas party.
Yep, the whole extended family, from kids to grandparents via cousins and in-laws. And you want to make sure it’s the highlight of everyone’s year.
What’s the one thing you can rely on to make sure that the party is memorable? (aside from Great Auntie Ethel falling out with cousin John for the umpteenth time)…
…having some great party games ready to keep everyone amused and entertained.
I’m not denying that sumptuous holiday food and being generous with the festive drinks go a long way to making a party a hit.
But when it comes to pleasing everyone, young and old, games can truly make a party.
The best Christmas party games are ones that everyone can join in with.
So, arm yourself with some ice-breakers to get the party started, then get some competitive games in the mix to amp up the fun.
Oh and team games are a great way of getting even the shiest, quietest members of the family involved and enjoying themselves.
Of course, as party host, with a million and one things to do, the trick is finding games that appeal to all ages and don’t require too much setup.
So I’m showcasing the Christmas party games in the Big Heart Little Star Christmas Games Bundle.
Whether you simply take inspiration from them, or save yourself a load of time and buy the bundle, this roundup will help you plan some games that are engaging and perfect for everyone in the family to enjoy.
Also read: Download Your Free 23 Page Christmas Planner
Keep Your Christmas Party Playful with These Family Games
From quick, light-hearted ice-breakers to classic favourites with a holiday twist, there’s something here for every family member.
Dive into this list and discover how you can make this Christmas party the most special one yet.
1. Christmas Find the Guest Bingo
Find The Guest Bingo is a brilliant ice-breaker to get everyone shaking off their shyness at mingling with people they've not seen in a yeare.
Each guest has to find someone matching the unique Christmas-themed prompts on their bingo card.
Also read: Free Printable Christmas Bingo Game - 25 Cards + Calling Cards
2. Christmas This or That
This or That is a deceptively simple game that gets everyone involved choosing between two options.
This is another great ice-breaker game and a way to get to know newer family members.
We've also got a game of Christmas Would You Rather, along similar lines.
3. Christmas Gift Exchange Dice Game
There are lots of ways to play gift exchange games. In fact, I've got a whole list of gift exchange themes you can browse.
But if you want to add a little fun but keep the planning on the down-low, this Christmas Gift Exchange Dice game is the way to go.
Guests roll to swap, pass, or unwrap gifts following fun rules. It’s a great way to mix things up and keep everyone engaged in the exchange.
4. Christmas Movie Match Game
Who doesn't love a Christmas movie huh?! Well, this game plays on this fact and turns it into a game.
How well does your family know their Christmas movies? See who can match the iconic movie character to the equally iconic Christmas movie.
And if Christmas movies really are a thing with your family, we've also got a Christmas Movie Trivia Quiz...
5. Christmas Movie Trivia Quiz
So, everyone in your family thinks they know Christmas movies. But do they KNOW Christmas movies?!
Test their holiday movie knowledge with questions on all the Christmas classics.
Also read: Christmas Movie Bucket List
6. Finish the Christmas Carol Lyric
And to appease those who know their carols more than their Christmas movies ( or at least think they do...)
Challenge the whole family’s carol knowledge with this game! Players try to complete famous lyrics, and it’s almost guaranteed to lead to a holiday singalong.
7. Christmas Billboard No. 1 or Not?
If some of your family are more into Christmas pop than carols, this Christmas BillBoard No. 1 Or Not Game is going to be right up their street.
Put their pop knowledge to the test with this festive music trivia game!
See if they can guess if the well known Christmas songs on the list ever reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts. Warning, there might be tears!!
8. Christmas Pictionary
Pictionary is a modern-day classic. Use these ready-made festive prompts to get the game motoring along.
We've put together some classic Christmas prompts and also a set of super funzies Christmas song and movie prompts.
Never played Pictionary before? Here's how to play...
Split players into teams. Each team takes turns drawing a word or phrase from a prompt card, while their teammates try to guess what it is—without any speaking, letters, or gestures from the artist.
Each team has a limited time (usually one minute) to guess correctly and earn a point. The game continues with teams alternating turns, and the first team to reach a set number of points wins.
9. Christmas Charades
30 Christmas Charades Prompts in the Christmas Games Bundle
Ahhh charades... the ultimate parlour game that never gets dull!! Well, it can be dull... but not if you use the 30 festive charades prompts we've put together.
Just remind all the players that they can't utter a word as they act out their clues.
10. Christmas Candy Dice Game
Candy dice is a stalwart of many a kids' and teens' party. It's a great little game, that doesn't take much set up... you just need to remember to provide the candy!
Oh and you'll need dice to hand too.
Players roll the dice to collect or swap festive candy, keeping things exciting and easy for even the youngest players.
11. Christmas Maze Game
Maze games are great for little kids, they are particularly useful to have at the table to stop kids getting fractious or to have to hand when over wrought kids need a little calm time.
12. Pin the Nose on Rudolph
Perfect for kids (and competitive kidults!), this game is a Christmas version of Pin the Tail on the Donkey.
Blindfolded players try to place Rudolph’s nose in the right spot. Silliness and much mirth guaranteed.
13. Who is Most Like Santa?
In this funny family game of Who Is Most Like Santa Claus, all family members rvote on who’s most like Santa in various categories—like “best gift-giver” or “most jolly.”
It’s a sweet way to instigate some family stories and delight in holiday memories.
14. Christmas Scattergories
Scattergory games are great to whip out as little filler games. Hand them out in the lull after a big festive meal or even have them at the table for between courses.
We also have a bunch of other word games in the Christmas Games Bundle, including an A-Z Race where players have to write a festive word for each letter or the alphabet, a Christmas Word Search and a Christmas Word Scramble.
15. Merry Christmas Around the World Quiz
Ever wondered how Christmas is celebrated in other countries? This quiz is a fun way to learn about different traditions while testing everyone’s holiday knowledge. Play in teams to add a bit of friendly competition!
16. Christmas What's On Your Phone?
Christmas What's On Your Phone Game
Now you might leap to conclusions and imagine that this game is just for tweens and teens! But I can guarantee that it's just as much fun for adults to play.
In this modern take on a scavenger hunt, players score points based on holiday items they have on their phone, like a Christmas wallpaper or a photo with Santa.
Also read: Awesome Group Games For Teens At Christmas
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