Party Games

Start off by betting a friend or sibling that you can hold him down on the ground where he can not get up by using only a string or piece of thread.

I don't know any kid who does not think playing with a flashlight is fun! But here is a twist on the old flashlight play time. You can let your kids have a light show using flashlights and...

Everyone loves to receive Christmas gifts. But in this time of forced economic frugality, we are all looking for ways to cut back on this cherished yet expensive tradition. Here are some ideas...

The best things in life are free. Imagine a family outing that is great for ALL ages and FUN and FREE and you get a little fresh air and exercise as you walk on this scavenger hunt.

You have a wonderful group ready to celebrate now bring on the fun! Some of the activities listed below require more space than others so choose those that are suited to your venue. All of these...

If you want to prank your parents, you need to be careful. You should always try and think of pranks that will not be too embarrassing, so that they will be able to laugh with you about the...

This is a very fun game to play with a group of friends! My friends and I have played this numerous times and it is always a blast and we all laugh quite a bit.

This Bridal Shower game is, unusual, silly, fun and very entertaining for all of the guests. It is an easy game to play so most everyone will want to participate. If you have a couples Bridal...

The Safety Pin and Rice game is loads of fun at a Baby Shower. Your guests will have a much harder time finding the miniature safety pins in the bowl of rice than they would have imagined. The...

The this generation is so different from when I was growing up we would play games. We live in the computer age and that's all kids do. It's time to get back to playing games.

Picture scavenger hunts are fun if you know what you are doing. Maybe people are going out unarmed with the essential tools to make a picture scavenger successful. This is a shame and I will put...

If you are looking for a great Youth Group or Party game idea, Press Conference is the game for you. This game is new and fresh every time you play.

Cleaning bird doo and other debris off of a ping pong table can take some time after it has hardened. Baking soda deteriorates hardened debris so that it can be wiped away easily.

From my childhood, I remember numerous different activities involving the tossing of a bean bag. You can throw them into a wooden board with cut-outs, into towels, or into just about any other...

"I'm Going to the Moon" is a pattern recognition game that is fun to play at parties or large gatherings. It is great for families, and for kids as well as adults. It is completely...

Deer Hunting is a game that works great with two or more players. It's always fun to find new games to play at a kid's birthday party, family reunions, and other youth activities. This games will...

In order to install felt on a Namco pool table, you need to physically remove the wooden sides of the table. They are four long pieces, one on each side, and they unscrew. Set them aside where...

Mystery Night can be a lot of fun. It takes a lot of planning and a creative mind to work it out but the pay off is FUN! In the steps below I've listed different ways to pull off a mystery night.

This article is full of games to play with children. The thing to remember when playing with kids is to be child-like. Don't be afraid to be silly. They love getting messy and exploring. Take the...

. In order to make a simple, homemade piñata, there are a few ingredients required, as well as several hours of labor. The process of making a piñata is also fun and is a great project...

"Why Did The Chicken…" by Play Again Games is a little-known game from an independent publisher. The idea of the game is that you draw cards which effectively create a riddle or opening...

What is a Spongee Ball? It’s a soft (Nerf ball) starburst-shaped ball that you can play with indoors or outdoors. It’s great for playing in a swimming pool or for younger children to play with.

Werewolf is a public domain game for large groups. It goes under several other names, including Mafia. Although some commercial variants of the game are sold, you can easily make it yourself...

Want to replace an old dartboard or make your own new dartboard? It's easy. Come learn how.

Are you tired of sitting at home because all of your friends are out having supper, bowling, or out watching a movie? You're on a tight budget and no one else seems to be. Well, here are a few...

Walk into a room with the spoon on your nose and then have your friends or family try to balance one on theirs. They won't be able to do it...so funny!

Would you like to spend more time with your friends and not spend a lot of money? Create a fun Bunco group that meets once a month. Bunco is such a simple game to play that you can easily chat...

Women's retreat icebreaker games are essential if you expect each guest to relax and have a good time. These weekend or week long events are typically designed for relaxation, centering one's...

"Murder" is a fun and exciting game to play at night. As few as five can play, but it is more fun with several more people.

Also known as “I Unpacked My Grandmother’s Trunk”, “From My Grandmother’s trunk”, and many other variations, “In My Grandmother’s Trunk” is a great game to play with people of all ages to help...

If you and your friends are always bragging about who can eat the hotter foods, then it's time to finally put it to the test. Claim your hotness bragging rights with this fun hot pepper challenge.

Ga-Ga is a popular game played with a ball in a wide space. "Ga" in Hebrew means "Hit", which refers to the method of striking the ball with the hands. It is designed to be...

Dodge ball is an old traditional game that everyone can remember playing in grade school and junior high. But, it can be a pretty dangerous game if there are no guidelines or rules. Physical...

Playing scavenger hunt is really fun for adults and kids! We play the hunt in the house on cold or rainy days. Here is how we play it.

I'm sure you're familiar with the infamous Seinfeld episode that introduced Festivus to the rest of us. Well, now you can create your own family version of Festivus by making a dysfunctionaly...

Cornhole is a game that involves a slanted board with a hole in the top. Players attempt to throw bean bags into the hole on the Cornhole board to score points. Players score 3 points each time...

The standard definition for a scavenger hunt is a game in which individuals or teams are sent out with a list of objects to find, without buying them, and returning with them. The person or team...

In the post-WWII era, "Pin the Tail on the Donkey" was a popular game played at birthday parties. A variation of the game can be played on St. Patrick's day, or at the birthday parties of those...

There are countless traditional games children play at birthday parties. However, if that birthday occurs on a special day, such as St. Patrick's Day, a special game is in order. This game is also...

Some parties require "ice breakers" to introduce guests to each other and help them relax. This "Orange Under the Chin" game, although an old one popular after WWII, still makes people laugh and...

Many of my friends call me a dork, but I do not care. Playing Guitar Hero 3 is one of my favorite games of all time. Here is a few quick tips on how to play the game, and hopefully, you will be...

If after you have looked over the article How to Play Chinese Whist or Chinese Wist, you may see either spelling on the internet or in a card game book, take a 2 minute video tour and then read...

We all know the verse "a tisket, a tasket" but many of us don't realize it is originated from a game that children used to play. To learn how to play that game, follow the rules and...

Haikai from Japan is a fun group activity which has become popular in the US. The more people that play the more fun it can be. Here is how you play Haikai.

Playing “Dictionary” is a family tradition at many holiday gatherings. The game can be played by a large group, whether around the dinner table or sprawled out on the lawn. And...

Dare games are great fun at parties, but just remember to play safe and to call it quits if it seems like the game is going too far. This version of "dare" can get pretty messy, so it's best to...

When a group of people comes together for the first time, it is not always easy to get everyone to meet one another. This is why ice breaker games are such a great tool to introduce people to one...

This is an infamous game for parties or road trips. It is especially great for large groups of people. Good Moon Bad Moon works best with creative and inquisitive players. This is also a chance to...

Props is an improv game that also makes a great party game. You need at least two people, a host to run the game, a trunk of random items and a quick wit. Think on your feet and have fun!

There are a number of ways to play the party game Bang Click Bang (also known in some places as Mafia), but the basic rules are a good place to begin. Think of it as an adult version of Duck,...