Christmas Party Games

Dive into our guide on Christmas party games and make your holiday gathering unforgettable!

1. Classic Card Games Perfect for Christmas Parties

Card games are a crowd favorite, as they’re easy to set up, don’t require a lot of space, and suit all ages. Here are some classic card games that will fit right into any Christmas party:

Christmas Euchre Tournament

Euchre is a popular trick-taking game that’s simple to learn and endlessly engaging. To make it a Christmas-themed Euchre game:

• Holiday Twist: Decorate the tables with festive tablecloths and maybe some Christmas-themed card decks. You could even add a rule where certain suits represent Christmas icons like reindeer or candy canes!
• Tournament Style: Set up a mini-tournament with rounds so that everyone can play and winners progress. You can even add fun prizes for the top players, like Christmas ornaments or holiday treats.

Christmas Hearts

Hearts is another classic card game that’s perfect for parties. Add a Christmas spin by awarding “Christmas bonuses” for avoiding points on certain rounds or by using festive scorecards. Hearts is easy for both new and experienced players to pick up, making it an excellent game for diverse groups.

Festive Crazy Eights

Crazy Eights is a lighthearted, quick game that’s great for all ages. To add a festive element, create Christmas-themed rules. For example, draw a card whenever a “gift” card (such as a queen or ace) is played, or let a “red” card reverse the order as a “Christmas surprise.”

2. Fun Christmas Party Games Beyond Cards

Christmas Charades

Charades is always a party favorite, and a Christmas-themed version makes it even better! Write down holiday-related words or phrases like “building a snowman,” “wrapping gifts,” or “sipping hot cocoa.” This game is perfect for kids and adults alike and can lead to some hilarious moments.

Holiday Pictionary

Similar to charades but with a drawing twist, Christmas Pictionary is fun for all ages. Draw words and phrases like “Santa’s sleigh,” “mistletoe,” or “snowball fight.” You can use an easel or a dry-erase board for easy erasing, and this game works well with teams for extra competition.

Christmas Bingo

Bingo is a simple, inclusive game that’s ideal for larger gatherings. Create holiday-themed bingo cards with Christmas images or words such as “candy cane,” “elf,” or “snowflake.” Give out small prizes for Bingo winners, like holiday candies or small ornaments.

3. Virtual Christmas Party Game Ideas

Online Euchre

For Euchre fans, there are online platforms (like Euchre.com) where you can set up private rooms to play a few rounds with family and friends. This lets you enjoy your favorite card game without needing to be in the same room.

Virtual Holiday Bingo

Send out holiday-themed Bingo cards via email, then host a virtual call where everyone can play. You could have small prizes or even fun holiday e-cards for the winners.

Online Christmas Trivia

Set up a virtual trivia game using a video conferencing platform. Use holiday trivia questions and set up teams for a friendly competition. This is a fun way to keep everyone engaged and add some holiday spirit, no matter the distance.