Party games for teens to adults
As an alternative to musical entertainment or store bought games, physical games of ability and wit bring about laughs and light-hearted fun! Even as big kids, people need to play!
From teens to tweens to "Happy old beans"
Name That Tune
Play wordless songs or enlist a talented musician to play or hum songs. Continue until someone shouts out the correct song title. In case of a tie, winner must also know the band or singers name.
Hula Hoops
Who can spin longest, spin the most hoops at once, or stand on one foot while spinning the longest?
Giant Ring Toss
Tie prizes to garden stakes and toss hula hoops!
Water Balloon Toss
Fill water balloons of varied sizes to change up the fun! Toss until you've lost!
Scavenger Hunt
Hunt for items by clues as to what the item actually is!
Giant Jenga
Purchase the game or make your own with 2x3 blocks of wood approximately 10 inches long. Stack and then retrieve, one person at a time, until the stack tumbles. Keep little ones clear of falling block tower!
Pictionary
Set up a large dry erase board with marker. Write on cards or paper, objects to be drawn. Have timer ready. Form teams. Take turns selecting from the pile or box a card with named object. Teammates must guess object within 1 minute. Best of 10 correct guesses wins.
Bingo
Play standard game or create a personal version using faces or items that fit the theme of the party!