Planning a holiday party for many people can feel tricky, but fun games make everything better.
Christmas is a time for laughter, sharing, and making happy memories together. That’s why choosing the right Christmas games for large groups is so important.
The best games help people talk, move around, and feel included, even if they don’t know everyone.
Whether you’re hosting family, friends, coworkers, or kids, group games bring everyone together.
From silly challenges to easy icebreakers, the right activities can transform any gathering into a joyful celebration filled with smiles and holiday cheer.
Slip some paper and pens around the room and ask everyone to write one fun or surprising fact about themselves.
The host mixes them up and reads each one out loud. After hearing the fact, the group guesses who it belongs to.
Laughter comes quickly as people share funny stories, hidden talents, or unexpected hobbies. It’s a relaxed game that helps everyone learn something new.
Christmas Speed Chatting
Like speed dating but festive! Pair up for 1-minute convos with silly prompts like, “What’s the worst Christmas gift you ever got?”
Invite one person at a time to hum, whistle, or act out a Christmas song without using words.
The rest of the group listens closely and tries to guess the carol as fast as possible.
Keep turns quick so everyone stays engaged. Funny performances often steal the show, and even shy players enjoy joining in as the holiday spirit fills the room.
Pass The Ornament
Players pass a (non-breakable) ornament while music plays. When the music stops, the person holding it answers a holiday-themed question.
Choose a soft, unbreakable ornament and have everyone stand or sit in a circle.
Play cheerful holiday music while the ornament gets passed from person to person. When the music suddenly stops, whoever is holding it must answer a fun Christmas question.
Questions can be silly or simple, making it easy for all ages to join. The surprise stops keep everyone alert and laughing.
Mistletoe Questions
Hang mistletoe around the party area. If two people find themselves under it, they must answer a quirky holiday question together.
Place mistletoe in a few spots around the party space. Anytime two guests end up standing under one, they pause and answer a lighthearted holiday question together.
The questions can be funny, sweet, or a little silly.
This game encourages movement and surprise interactions, helping guests mingle naturally while sharing laughs without any pressure or awkward moments.
Snowball Toss
Each person writes their name and a fun holiday question on paper, crumples it into a “snowball,” and tosses it into the crowd. Pick one and answer!
Clear some space and label two sides of the room for each choice.
The host reads fun holiday options like “Real tree or fake tree?” or “Snowball fight or movie night?”
Players walk to the side that matches their answer. After each round, invite a few people to share why they chose that side.
Elf Name Generator
Make a chart using first initials and birth months to give everyone a goofy elf name. Go around the room introducing yourselves as “Twinkle Jingle-Toes” and “Sugarplum Sparkle-Foot.”
Create a silly chart that matches first name letters and birth months to funny elf name parts. Hand it out or display it where everyone can easily see it.
Guests find their elf name, then take turns introducing themselves using it. Hearing creative names out loud always brings giggles.
This lighthearted activity helps break the ice and gets everyone smiling right away.
Two Truths and a Lie – Holiday Edition
Players share two true Christmas memories and one lie. The group guesses which is the fib!
Ask each player to think of three holiday-related statements about themselves. Two must be true, and one should be made up.
One by one, players share their three lines while the group listens carefully. Everyone guesses which statement is the lie.
The mix of real memories and sneaky fibs leads to fun stories and playful debates.
Physical Games For All Ages
Get everyone moving and laughing with these active holiday-themed games.
Perfect for large open spaces and energetic crowds!
Santa Hat Ring Toss
Place Santa hats on a table or volunteers heads – toss rings onto the top. DIY rings with pipe cleaners or paper plates!
Set up Santa hats on a table or have volunteers wear them for extra laughs.
Players take turns tossing rings and try to land them on the top of the hats. Rings can be made from pipe cleaners or paper plates, keeping it simple and low-cost.
The game is easy to understand, quick to play, and great for all ages to enjoy together.
Snowball Relay Race
Use cotton balls or white balloons as “snowballs” and have players race to carry them on spoons – no hands!
Split guests into small teams and hand out pantyhose and balloons. Each team designs a pair of reindeer antlers by placing balloons inside the pantyhose.
One team member wears the antlers while others help shape them. When time is up, everyone votes for the funniest or most creative design.
It’s silly, creative, and perfect for group laughs.
Jingle Bell Shake
Fill tissue boxes with jingle bells and strap them to waists. Players must shake out all the bells – no hands allowed!
Hand out spoons and lightweight plastic ornaments to each player.
One at a time, players walk carefully across the room while balancing the ornament on their spoon. Dropping it means heading back to the start and trying again.
The slow steps and intense focus make this race exciting and amusing for both players and watchers.
Snowman Dress-Up Relay
Teams compete to dress one teammate as a snowman using toilet paper, scarves, hats, and carrot noses!
Put teams in lines and give each group a box, wrapping paper, tape, and oven mitts.
One player at a time must wrap or unwrap the box while wearing the mitts, then pass it to the next teammate. The mitts make simple tasks tricky and funny.
Fast teams often struggle the most, which keeps everyone laughing and cheering.
Silent Night Lip Sync Battle
Each team performs a Christmas song silently while others guess which tune it is.
Choose popular Christmas songs and assign one to each team.
Music plays only for the performers through a phone or headphones, while they silently mouth the words and act them out.
The rest of the group watches closely and guesses the song. Big expressions and silly moves make this game entertaining, even when guesses are totally wrong.
Christmas Tower Build
Build a tower using marshmallows and spaghetti. Tallest freestanding tower wins!
Divide players into teams and give each group a sheet of paper.
Set a timer for two minutes and challenge teams to write one Christmas-related word for every letter from A to Z.
Words can be foods, songs, places, or traditions. Spelling counts, so teams must think fast but carefully. Comparing answers afterward is just as fun as the race.
Guess How Many Ornaments
Fill a clear jar with mini ornaments or candy canes. Closest guess wins a prize.
Prepare several stockings filled with different holiday items before the game starts.
Players take turns reaching inside a stocking without looking and use only their hands to feel what’s inside. After a few seconds, they guess the items out loud.
Some objects are easy, while others are tricky. Funny guesses and surprised reactions make this game a big hit.
Wrap Battle
Provide cheap wrapping paper, scissors, and tape. Teams race to wrap odd-shaped items as quickly as possible.
Wrap small candies, toys, and silly prizes into a giant ball using lots of plastic wrap.
Players take turns unwrapping the ball while the person next to them rolls the dice. When the dice show a chosen number, the ball must be passed along.
Fast hands and lucky rolls create loud laughs, excitement, and playful chaos that everyone enjoys.
Pop The Present
Blow up balloons, stuff small prizes or dares inside, and wrap them in tissue paper. Pop to reveal!
Place mugs, bowls, or Santa hats a short distance away from the players.
Each person gets a set number of marshmallows to toss, trying to land them inside the target. No stepping closer is allowed.
Soft marshmallows make this game safe for all ages. Misses often cause laughs, and cheering fills the room.
Conclusion
Christmas parties are more fun when everyone feels included, relaxed, and ready to laugh.
The right games help break the ice, bring energy into the room, and create moments people will remember long after the holidays end.
With these Christmas games for large groups, you can turn any gathering into a joyful celebration filled with smiles, teamwork, and holiday spirit.
You don’t need fancy supplies or long planning to have a great time. Just choose a few games, gather your group, and enjoy the magic of playing together.
Engage With Us
Which of these Christmas games did your group enjoy the most? Do you have a favorite holiday game that always gets everyone laughing?
Share your ideas, fun moments, or party tips in the comments below.
If this list helped you plan a great celebration, pass it along to friends, family, or coworkers who are hosting their own holiday gatherings.
Let’s spread the joy and make this Christmas full of fun, connection, and unforgettable memories together. 🎄
