Fifteen Festive Delights: A Guide to Unforgettable Christmas Party Activities

The holiday season is upon us, and that means it’s time to deck the halls, trim the tree, and gather with friends and family for the most magical time of the year. But why settle for the same old yuletide routine when you can infuse your Christmas party with a dash of merriment and a sprinkle of creativity?

In this festive post, we’re unwrapping a delightful gift of ideas – fifteen, to be exact – to make your Christmas gathering a memorable, joy-filled event. These are not just your run-of-the-mill activities; they’re the kind of spirited and imaginative experiences that will have your guests singing “Jingle Bells” all the way home.

Whether you’re planning a cozy family gathering or a lively holiday soirée, our handpicked collection of Christmas party activities will infuse your celebration with laughter, fun, and the spirit of the season. From classic games with a yuletide twist to heartwarming crafts and culinary creations, this list has something for everyone, young and old.

So, put on your favorite holiday sweater, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and join us as we unwrap the magic of Christmas with fifteen unforgettable ideas that will make your holiday party the talk of the town. Let the festivities begin!

The List

1. Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest: Have your guests wear their ugliest, most over-the-top Christmas sweaters and vote on the winner. You can even provide materials for guests to decorate their own sweaters at the party. Pro tip: a cool prize for the winner makes for a special touch.

2. White Elephant Gift Exchange: This is a classic holiday game where guests bring a wrapped, inexpensive gift, and participants take turns picking a gift or “stealing” one from someone else. Get the full rules and details here. Plus some some awesome white elephant gift ideas here (skip the standard alcoholic gift and go for something more funny and creative)!

3. Christmas Movie Marathon: Set up an area with comfy seating and a projector to watch classic Christmas movies like “Home Alone,” “Elf,” or “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Provide popcorn and hot cocoa for the full movie theater experience.

4. DIY Ornament Decorating: Set up a crafting station with plain ornaments, paint, glitter, and other decorations for guests to create their own personalized Christmas ornaments.

5. Gingerbread House Decorating: Provide gingerbread house kits and plenty of candy, icing, and edible decorations for guests to build and decorate their own gingerbread houses.

6. Christmas Carol Karaoke: Organize a karaoke machine or use a karaoke app and have a Christmas carol singing competition. Provide lyric sheets for those who need them.

7. Holiday Scavenger Hunt: Create a list of holiday-themed items or clues and have guests go on a scavenger hunt around your home or neighborhood. Provide small prizes for the winners.

8. Christmas Cookie Decorating: Bake a variety of sugar cookies in different shapes, and provide an assortment of colorful icing and sprinkles for guests to decorate their own cookies.

9. Photo Booth with Props: Set up a photo booth with Christmas-themed props and a backdrop. Guests can take fun photos to commemorate the party. Pro tip: get a mini photo printer so that your guests can take some of the fun home with them that night!

10. Secret Santa Gift Exchange: Have guests draw names and secretly exchange gifts, with a fun twist: set a theme for the gifts, like “homemade,” “under $10”, “homey“, or “vintage.”

11. Christmas Trivia: Create a Christmas-themed trivia game with questions about holiday traditions, movies, and music. Divide guests into teams and see who knows the most about Christmas.

12. Christmas Pictionary or Charades: Use Christmas-related words, phrases, or movie titles for a game of Pictionary or Charades.

13. Holiday Storytelling: Sit in a circle and have each person contribute to a collaborative, improvised Christmas story. It can get quite creative and entertaining.

14. DIY Hot Chocolate Bar: Set up a hot chocolate station with various toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate chips, and flavored syrups, allowing guests to create their own customized hot cocoa.

15. Christmas Themed Costume Contest: Encourage guests to dress up as their favorite Christmas characters, from Santa and his reindeer to the Grinch or Frosty the Snowman. Award prizes for the best costumes.

We hope this helped you find some holiday cheer and fun ideas for your Christmas party!

Did we miss something? What’s your favorite Christmas Party idea/activity? Share it below!