Games birthday party idea

On the paper, draw or cut out and glue , a stable and manger draw in hay if you like. Then, search the internet for a baby Jesus template to use. Print and cut out as many needed so that each child has one. Hang the butcher paper on a wall. Then they will put baby Jesus in the manger as close as they can.

The person who gets the closest, wins! This Bingo is played much like regular Bingo, except that it uses pictures and Bible verses instead. Hand each child a Bingo card along with some candy to use as Bingo markers. When a card is drawn, read the Bible verse out loud.

If a child has that one on their card, they will place a marker there. Kids can Bingo across, down, or diagonally. Have small prizes for kids that are the first few to Bingo. I am all about simple craft projects for kids!

I am not a fan of projects that require a lot of supplies. Below are some simple ideas for you to use with your kids:. Print out and have kids write in what gifts they would like to give Jesus this year. If you like, you can then laminate and save! Also, snap a photo with each child and their My Gifts for Jesus printable. Send photos to parents if doing party at church , or save to your phone or computer if doing party with your own family at home.

To grab a copy of these printables, click here. Have a Christmas card station where kids can make Christmas cards. You can do this as a service project and send to soldiers overseas, to kids in your local hospital, to older adults in nursing homes, or to older adults in your church who are homebound.

Can your teammates guess who you're pretending to be? There are many other variations of this game, one of my favorites is to use sticky notes and place the name on the guests' backs. It makes for a fun and easy icebreaker. The Not So Newlywed Game is the perfect way to entertain your friends at your next couples event. It can also be played at wedding showers and engagement parties. There's even a category just for the funniest questions. The classic game of Never Have I Ever had to be included in this list of party games for adults.

Besides the huge number of questions, there's also a drinking game variation, penalty variation, and a non-alcoholic variation. You can find out a lot about your guests with this party game of Have You Ever? Which is a tamer version of Never Have I Ever. There are three different versions available, the party version, the naughty version, and the funny version.

Have You Ever? Truth or Dare is a simple game that everyone knows how to play. It's easy to dive into, and your guests get to decide how tame or wild the game will be.

If you're looking for ideas, this is a huge list of dares that includes everything from "lick the floor" to "bark like a dog" for dares. At the end of the list, there's also a list of questions you can ask if the player chooses "truth. Truth or Dare from Party Spoons is a card game that's great for any ages or group of people. It's fun and fast but still a card game that everyone can play. You'll need a deck of cards without the jokers , and spoons 1 less than the number of players.

It can be played with a group , but for a big party, you can have multiple games going on at one time. Spoons from Considerable. You don't need to buy the game Pictionary to play it at your next party. You can easily make up your own cards and set up a big drawing area that will be a hit with your guests.

There are five types of Pictionary included traditional, family, education, themed, and partner as well as a word list. All these options mean that you can choose the one your guests will like the most. Pictionary from Icebreaker Ideas. This game of Kiss Marry Kill is a less personal touch on the original game because you use fictional characters or celebrities for your choices. There are a ton of ideas here as well as tips for coming up with your own lists.

Find a DJ. If you or one of your pals has a pool, take advantage of the beautiful weather and have yourself a birthday pool party. Gather all of the pool toys, snacks, SPF, as well as a bumpin' playlist, and get the party started! No pool? Head over to your local lake or the ocean, if you're located on the coast and celebrate your birthday in the sunshine on the beach.

Enjoy a simple outdoor birthday get-together at your local park. Just make sure to bring an extra blanket, in case anyone forgets theirs at home. Everyone loves a themed party! So why not turn your birthday party into a wild costume party this year? Decide your fave birthday themes for adults, like a movie genre like sci-fi or a time period hello, Bridgerton vibes!

If you have access to a space that allows campfires, then grab your marshmallows and enjoy a serene birthday gathering around the warm glow of a bonfire. Choose your favorite decade and give your birthday party a theme! Whether you're most into the groovy '60s, disco '70s, electronic '80s, the wild '90s — or even an early 's throwback — you've certainly got some great options to work with. Go all out and get your party guests to dress up, decorate with your chosen era's paraphernalia, and, of course, don't forget to make a bangin' playlist.

You could even hire a band that specializes in a particular decade, like:. Or, if you had a specific band in mind that you wish could perform on your birthday, check out an awesome cover band in your area. Pro tip: Never hired musical entertainment before? No worries. Take a gander through our tips on how to book a band.

Find Musical Entertainment. Tap into the occults at your next birthday party with candles, tea-leaf reading, and ouija boards. If you really want to amp it up, consider hiring a psychic or a tarot card reader for some professional insight into the unknown. If eating is your favorite thing to do like mine is , then make sure there's a full-fledged feast on your birthday by inviting your pals to bring over something they've cooked.

You could even include recipe cards in your invitations if you think your birthday guests would appreciate the inspiration, or even turn it into a cooking contest. If you were hoping for some relaxing adult birthday party ideas, then you should probably hit the spa.

Spend your birthday chilling out with your closest friends over clay face masks and manicures. Choose a spa in your area, or set up at home and do it all yourselves which is a great option if you're on a budget. When was the last time you had a slumber party? Pick a few movies, load up on candy and snacks, and make a fort in your living room to celebrate your birthday this year. I mean, why should the kids have all the slumber party fun? Bonus: Speaking of kids — if you've got a child's birthday party coming up, check out these awesome birthday party ideas to make sure it's a blast.

Gather the squad for a fun day of outdoor games! We're talking bocce ball, spikeball, volley ball on the beach — or even getting a baseball game going, if your guest list is big enough. Keep it classic with a birthday BBQ this year. Fire up the grill, serve up some sangria, and hang in the sun while you anticipate that big piece of birthday cake you've been dreaming about since, well, your last birthday.

Hit up all of your favorite breweries and experience a variety of beers that your city or town has to offer. If you'd prefer to have your birthday party at home, you can create a similar experience by picking up a few cases of delicious craft beers and hosting a beer tasting with your guests instead.

Have you always been a fan of the fermentation process? Gather your friends for a birthday pickling party this year! There are tons of tutorials you can follow together if you've never done it before. This is an inventive game that takes barely any prep work. This classic water game is just as fun on land. Add some funny voices and you've got yourself quite the party game. Be sure to scroll down to view the variations you can use to put a spin on this easy birthday party game.

Set up an obstacle course in your backyard or large area in your home using items you have on hand. You'll be surprised what items you have that may "trip" up your guests. The classic game of Hot Potato is a lot of fun and bring about a ton of laughs. The person left may be the winner but you can keep the game going by having them be the next caller.

We all know the easy-to-play game called Red Rover, and it will be a hit at your next birthday party. This is a great game to play outside and even better if you have a fairly large group. A guessing game that makes a super fun birthday party game.

This game can be easily changed for older kids. Last but not least, the favorite game of Simon Says that can be played anywhere at anytime without anything to buy. Put a twist on this popular birthday party game by changing the name "Simon" to something to fit your theme. A cross between I Spy and Hide and Seek will keep kids of all ages into this birthday party game. You only need one object for this game and it can be one of your choosing.

In this birthday party game, the guests will compete in relay races where they pile on the clothes and accessories. You can even customize all the clothes and accessories to fit whatever the theme of your birthday party is.

There are also lots of other variations for relay races you'll want to check out. A unique spin the classic game of tag that uses just one simple item you are sure to already have in your house - and guess what? It's not actually bacon. This game works with a just about any group of people, you'll just need to divide them up into teams. This birthday party game is best played in the warmer weather and needs to be outside. Pair up the guests and have them see how long they can go before they break the water-filled balloon.

A fun, classic birthday party game that's best played outside. You can use flags, bandanas, or just about any soft object. This is a great free birthday party game that's sometimes called Cross the Lava. How many of the guests can make it to the end point without falling in the river? Pair some fun music with an assortment of chairs, and you've got yourself and easy birthday party game that's always full of fun.

Set up chairs or cushions in a circle but have one less than the number of people playing.