Jingle bells are ringing, indicating that it’s time to prep for the ultimate children’s Christmas party. With a touch of Yapsody magic and a dollop of festive cheer, we present to you some unforgettable Christmas party games that are bound to be a hit.
23 Festive Favourites for a Christmas Kids' Extravaganza!
1. Frosty’s Dice Game
Materials Needed: You’ll need a large dice, paper cutouts or props for each part of Frosty (hat, scarf, eyes, nose, mouth, buttons).
How to Play: Each number on the dice corresponds to a part of Frosty. For example:
- Hat
- Scarf
- Eyes
- Nose
- Mouth
- Buttons
Kids take turns rolling the dice and adding the corresponding part to their snowman poster or mannequin. The first to complete their Frosty wins!
2. Rudolph's Red-Nose Relay
Materials Needed: Red ping pong balls and candy cane-shaped sticks.
How to Play: Children race relay-style, balancing the “nose” on their candy cane. If the ball drops, they must start over. The first team to finish wins.
3. Santa’s Workshop Wrapping Relay
Materials Needed: Small boxes, wrapping paper, ribbon, bows, and scissors.
How to Play: In a relay format, kids race to wrap their present, tie a ribbon, and stick on a bow. Judges will decide the winner based on speed and neatness.
4. Christmas Carol Charades
Materials Needed: Slips of paper with Christmas carol titles.
How to Play: Kids draw a title and act out the carol without words. Their team guesses the name of the carol.
5. Snowball Toss
Materials Needed: Tin cans painted with Christmas characters and white pompoms.
How to Play: Kids get three chances to knock down the cans using the pompom snowballs. Points are assigned for each can knocked down.
6. Elf Obstacle Course
Materials Needed: Create an obstacle course using items like boxes (presents), hula hoops (giant candy rings), and tinsel.
How to Play: Kids race through the obstacle course, with penalties for missing any parts. Fastest time wins.
With Yapsody’s Event Registration feature, you can manage sign-ups and even have parents sign waivers if needed for more active games, ensuring all the fun remains safe.
7. Pin The Star On The Christmas Tree
Materials Needed: Large cardboard Christmas tree on the wall and cardboard stars with double-sided tape.
How to Play: Blindfolded kids attempt to pin their star closest to the top of the tree.
8. Christmas Bingo
Materials Needed: Bingo cards with Christmas images and buttons or candies for marking.
How to Play: As the host calls out each item, kids mark it on their card. The first to get five in a row shouts “Bingo!”
9. Candy Cane Hunt
Materials Needed: Hide candy canes throughout a designated area.
How to Play: Kids hunt for candy canes. The one to find the most, or the special golden candy cane, wins.
10. Santa's Sleigh Race
Materials Needed: Large cardboard boxes as sleighs and rope or string as reins.
How to Play: One child pulls the sleigh while another rides inside. Teams race against each other to the finish line.
11. Christmas Memory Game
Materials Needed: Tray with various Christmas items (ornament, bell, gingerbread cookie, etc.).
How to Play: After viewing the tray for a minute, kids write down or call out as many items as they can remember. The one with the most correct answers wins.
12. Gingerbread Decorating Contest
Materials Needed: Pre-made gingerbread figures, icing, candies, and toppings.
How to Play: Kids get a set time to decorate their gingerbread. A panel of judges or a vote decides the most creative design.
13. Christmas Pictionary
Materials Needed: Create cards with Christmas-themed phrases or items. Use a whiteboard or large paper pad and markers.
How to Play: Divide kids into teams. Players draw the phrase or item for their team to guess within a time limit.
14. Santa Says
Materials Needed: None.
How to Play: Just like “Simon Says”, but “Santa” is in charge. If “Santa” doesn’t say “Santa says,” anyone who follows the command is out.
15. Snowman Slam
Materials Needed: White plastic cups, a black marker, and socks rolled into balls.
How to Play: Draw snowman faces on the cups. Stack them in a pyramid. Players take turns throwing sock balls to knock them down.
16. North Pole Ring Toss
Materials Needed: Cones or stands and rings or hula hoops.
How to Play: Mark points for different distances. Players earn points by successfully tossing rings onto the cones.
17. Jingle Bell Toss
Materials Needed: Mini buckets or cups and small jingle bells.
How to Play: Kids toss bells trying to land them in the buckets. Points vary depending on the difficulty.
18. Christmas Ornament Spin
Materials Needed: Christmas baubles and a flat surface.
How to Play: Kids try to spin the baubles like tops. The one that spins the longest wins.
With Yapsody’s Bulk Import feature, you can easily upload all these games as individual events or stations. This makes managing multiple games simultaneously a breeze!
19. Pin the Hat on Santa
Materials Needed: A poster of Santa and paper hats with double-sided tape.
How to Play: Blindfolded children try to pin the hat on Santa. Closest hat to the right spot wins.
20. Candy Cane Fishing
Materials Needed: A bowl filled with candy canes and a candy cane as a hook.
How to Play: Players use the candy cane to hook and pick up as many candy canes as they can in a minute.
21. Christmas Charade Relay
Materials Needed: Christmas-themed charade prompts.
How to Play: Players run to the other side, act out a charade prompt, then run back and tag the next player.
22. Snowflake Race
Materials Needed: Large paper snowflakes and straws.
How to Play: Players blow on the snowflake using the straw, trying to keep it airborne and move it across a finish line.
23. Hot Chocolate Relay
Materials Needed: Spoons, mugs, bowls filled with marshmallows, and hot chocolate powder.
How to Play: Kids transfer marshmallows using spoons into their mugs, then add hot chocolate powder. The first to prepare their drink and shout “Cheers!” wins (ensure the drink remains cold for safety).
For event managers, Yapsody’s Access Control feature can ensure kids safely enter and leave different game areas, ensuring a smooth and orderly transition between games. If you’re hosting these games in different rooms or areas, Yapsody’s Reserved Seating feature can be a lifesaver. Allocate spots or stations for each game, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal waiting times.
With these super fun games, your children’s Christmas party is bound to be a hit. Remember, Yapsody is here to simplify the planning and execution, leaving you free to enjoy the festivities. Get ready for joyous laughter, excited screams, and a whole lot of festive fun! 🎄🎅🌟
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