If you have teens in the house like I do, you already know the best parties are the ones that seem like they 'just happen'. And yet, some planning behind the scenes can really help!
So, this year, skip the cringe forced fun and hand over games that actually match their vibe. Think competitive, a little chaotic, and totally selfie worthy.
These Christmas games are brilliant for teens who love a good laugh, a quick challenge and a bit of friendly drama.
Perfect for sleepovers, parties, or group chats that finally made it offline (actual IRL get-togethers!!)
Every idea here comes straight from our Christmas Teen Party Game Bundle packed with printable fun that is fast to set up and impossible not to enjoy.
Our Favourite Christmas Games Ideas For Teens
Take inspiration from the games below, put your own game together or grab our ready-to-go Christmas Games Bundle For Teens to make life super easy for yourself... and super fun for your teens!
1. Find the Guest Bingo Teen Style
DIY it: Grab a sheet of paper and draw a 5x5 grid. In each square, write prompts like “has watched Elf twice,” “owns a Christmas jumper,” or “loves peppermint hot chocolate.” Hand out the sheets and let everyone mingle to find people who fit each square. First to fill a row shouts “Bingo!”
Shortcut: Our printable teen version comes with ready made cards that balance funny, seasonal and social prompts with no prep needed.
2. Finish the Christmas Song Lyrics
DIY it: Create a playlist of popular Christmas songs, old and new, and stop each track mid line. Split players into teams; first to shout the missing lyrics wins the point. Bonus for full on performances.
Shortcut: The bundle’s Finish the Christmas Pop Song Lyrics game has ten ready to print lyric cards.
3. Festive Would You Rather
DIY it: Write a list of quick “Would You Rather” questions on slips of paper. Keep it light and seasonal like “Would you rather wrap 100 presents or untangle fairy lights for an hour.” Toss them in a bowl and take turns picking one to answer.
Shortcut: Our printable set includes a full deck of forty plus festive prompts designed to get big laughs from teens.
4. Christmas Movie Match Trivia Quiz
DIY it: Write ten Christmas film titles on one set of cards and ten quotes or plot clues on another. Mix them up on the table; players race to match the pairs correctly. The one with the most matches wins.
Shortcut: The printable quiz version has pre made match cards, score sheets and a few trick questions for extra fun.
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5. Holiday Pictionary Teen Style
DIY it: Cut paper into strips and write festive objects, actions or pop culture prompts like “Santa taking a selfie” or “gingerbread house disaster.” Players draw one, sketch it fast, and hope someone guesses before the timer runs out.
Shortcut: Our printable game includes thirty five teen friendly prompts ready to cut and play, from Christmas TikToks to modern movie moments.
6. A to Z Race
DIY it: Choose a festive theme such as movies, songs or foods. Write A to Z down a sheet of paper and see who can fill every letter first with a related word. No Googling allowed.
Shortcut: The printable version includes pre formatted sheets and themed prompts for quick setup.
7. Gift Exchange Game
DIY it: Wrap small treats or joke gifts. Sit in a circle and take turns rolling a die: 1 means pass left, 2 means pass right, 3 means steal, 4 means unwrap, 5 means swap with anyone, 6 means keep. Keep playing until all gifts are open.
Shortcut: The bundle version includes printable dice cards, instructions and challenge slips for extra festive twists.
8. Selfie Scavenger Hunt
DIY it: Write 10 to 15 selfie prompts like “everyone wearing Santa hats” or “a group snow angel attempt.” Split into teams and give each a phone; first team to complete all photos wins.
Shortcut: Our printable hunt includes thirty creative prompts formatted as cards, perfect for screenshotting or printing out.
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9. What’s On Your Phone
DIY it: Make a checklist of things teens might actually have on their phones such as a Christmas playlist, a pet photo, a meme, or a group chat with a festive name. Award points for each find.
Shortcut: The printable version is scored for you, with point values for each item so there is no need to invent the list yourself.
You've Got This!
The best teen parties do not need big budgets or endless planning. You just need good snacks, a solid playlist and games that keep everyone laughing.
The Teen Christmas Party Game Bundle is made for exactly that: fast moving, funny, memory making moments that feel as modern as they are festive.
Print it. Play it. Cue the chaos!!
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