37 Fun Christmas Games for Kids to Entertain Them Through the Holidays
Games so fun that you'll want to join in
Cue the carols: The holiday season has officially arrived. In between cooking a Christmas dinner feast and getting the house holiday ready for your party guests, it can be difficult to find ways to keep your little ones entertained. Lucky for you, we’ve gathered up fun ideas for Christmas games for kids that will keep them busy for hours. You may even find the adults wanting to join in and add them to your list of family Christmas games.
The best part about these kid-friendly yuletide activities is that they’re just as easy to make as they are to play. Add them to your Christmas craft list and you’ll finish in time to pop in your favorite Christmas movie. It’s as simple as creating your own festive tic-tac-toe board out of a burlap sack, putting a merry twist on your charades topics, or wrapping up some small stocking stuffer goodies in Saran Wrap for a fun (and time-consuming) afternoon activity for the kids—the more you wrap, the longer it takes for them to get to the good stuff!
You’ll have so much fun playing these reindeer games that after the littles go to bed, you’ll want to pull out the Christmas party games for adults to keep the fun going all night long. So, gather around with a cup of hot cocoa and put your game faces on! Get set, get ready, go ho ho ho!
Lump of Coal Saran Wrap Game
Kids will love unwrapping each layer of this giant ball to see what's held inside. The addition of "coal cards" with silly instructions are also sure to get them giggling.
Get the tutorial at Play Party Plan.
Christmas Scavenger Hunt
Littles will love searching the house for clues and treats with this printable, holiday-themed scavenger hunt.
Get the tutorial at Play Party Plan.
Minute to Win It Cup Stacking
It may seem impossible to succeed in this cup stacking game, but it actually is doable! It's all about speed, because you only have a minute.
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
Snowman Bingo
Your kids will love using the mini marshmallows for markers in this snowman-themed bingo game.
Get the tutorial at Crazy Little Projects.
Christmas Movie Trivia
Your kids can play this game together as they test each other to see who has the best holiday movie trivia knowledge. Feel free to add any questions based on your family's favorite Christmas movies.
Get the tutorial at Crazy Little Projects.
Christmas Mad Libs
Mad Libs always promise endless laughter, and this Christmas version is no different. Your kids will love thinking of their own funny words and reading their stories out loud.
Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade.
Christmas Character Guess Who?
Each person gets a minute to ask rapid-fire "yes" or "no" questions to figure out which classic Christmas icon they are.
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
Reindeer Antler Ring Toss
This game is both super fun and super simple. See who can hook the most inflatable rings on the antlers in a minute. Ready, set, go!
Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade.
Snowman Slam Game
This classic carnival game is just as simple to make as it is fun to play! Your little ones will enjoy taking aim at this stack of cups that brings snowmen indoors.
Get the tutorial at Growing a Jeweled Rose.
Christmas Scent Game
Nothing says Christmas more than the smell of pine and peppermint, so we think little ones will adore this game that brings the iconic scents together.
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
Hit the Grinch Game
Don't let the Grinch bring down your holiday spirit! In this game, you and your youngest guests take aim at the famous character who stole Christmas using Nerf guns and green balloons.
Get the tutorial at A Girl & A Glue Gun.
Christmas Tree Bowling Game
Looking for a fun way to recycle your soda bottles? You've found it in this holiday-themed bowling game. Just decorate them with a star and foam shapes to create mini Christmas trees.
Get the tutorial at Stir the Wonder.
Gingerbread Man Piñata
Fill this cute gingerbread man piñata with your family's favorite Christmas candy for a sweet treat after dinner.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Festive Tic-Tac-Toe Game
Not only will this game entertain your kids during any family gathering, but it'll also keep them occupied on the ride home. That's because this tic-tac-toe game is completely portable—a Christmas miracle!
Get the tutorial at I Save A to Z.
Christmas Trivia for Kids
This free printable features an array of easy and challenging questions, so everyone in the family can get in on the merrymaking.
Get the tutorial at Lil' Luna.
The Christmas Present Game
In this Christmas guessing game, players hunt for the best gifts stowed among the boxes (note: some are filled with terrible gag gifts!) and everyone gets a chance to steal the best ones. Though it may seem like a secret Santa gift exchange, it's a bit different and sure to thrill your friends and family.
Get the tutorial at Let's Get Together.
Minute to Win It Candy Candy Hook 'Em Game
Everyone from youngsters to grandparents will have a blast playing this Christmas game. Whoever hooks the most candy canes, wins the prize (or bragging rights).
Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade.
Christmas Charades
Everyone have a blast playing this Christmas version of the classic game. Thanks to this blogger's free printable, you won't have to spend any time brainstorming ideas.
Get the tutorial at A Girl and a Glue Gun.
Poke-A-Tree Game
This simple game tucks the presents away inside a Christmas tree, not below it! Have kids take turns punching through the tissue paper to receive a prize.
Get the tutorial at Fun365.
Snowman Drawing Game
Challenge youngsters to draw a snowman on top of their heads at your Christmas dinner or party. Warning: It's even harder than it looks!
Get the tutorial at Housing A Forest.
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