Christmas Party Games For Adults The holiday season is all about joy, laughter, and making unforgettable memories with your favorite people. And when it comes to throwing an epic Christmas bash for adults, nothing sets the mood quite like some fun, festive, and even a bit competitive party games!
“Adult Christmas party Games” aren’t necessarily about nostalgia—it’s about unleashing your inner child with a little grown-up flair to spark laughter and connection. Whether you’re hosting an office party, a small gathering with friends, or a big family bash, the right games can break the ice and make your party the talk of the season.
So, pour yourself some eggnog, grab a cookie (or five), and get ready to sleigh your holiday hosting with the most epic list of Christmas games for adults.
Top Christmas Party Games for Adults
Looking to spice up your holiday gathering? These top Christmas party games for adults are perfect for bringing laughter, fun, and festive vibes to any event. Whether you’re hosting a cozy get-together or a lively bash, these games will break the ice and keep everyone entertained. From silly challenges to creative competitions, there’s something here for every kind of crowd. Get ready to create unforgettable memories and turn your Christmas party into the highlight of the season!
Adults don’t often get a chance to unwind and get silly—and there’s no better time than the holidays to let loose! These Christmas games are designed to be:
Playful and engaging
Easy to organize with minimal supplies
Perfect for bonding, laughing, and making memories
Whether you’re into trivia, teamwork challenges, or goofy games, this list brings a mix of everything to make your gathering unforgettable.
Icebreaker and Get-to-Know-You Christmas Games
Christmas Two Truths and a Lie – Holiday-ify it: guess which holiday “fact” is fake.
Holiday Bingo – Play with themed bingo cards full of holiday icons.
Christmas Speed Dating (Non-Romantic!) – Rotate seats, answer festive questions.
Santa Hat Game – Say the trigger word? Wear the Santa hat!
Festive Pictionary – Draw and guess holiday phrases before the timer runs out.
Reindeer Name Match – Match real reindeer with funny new names.
Christmas Word Association – Say a related word in turn—stumble and you’re out.
Naughty or Nice Icebreaker – Share one naughty and one nice thing from the year.
Snowball Toss – Toss cotton balls into buckets for points.
Elf Name Generator – Use first name letter + birth month for silly elf names.
Active and Hilarious Party Games
Christmas Charades – Act out holiday classics with festive flair.
Wrap Battle – Wrap a gift using oven mitts—race against the clock!
Ornament Relay – Carry an ornament on a spoon by mouth—no dropping!
Giant Candy Cane Hunt – Hide canes throughout the room—go find them!
Holiday Limbo – Use tinsel as the limbo stick, crank up the carols.
Snowman Building Contest – Wrap teammates in toilet paper—instant snowman!
Jingle Bell Toss – Land bells into cups for festive points.
Santa Belly Balloon Pop – Pop “Santa belly” balloons without using hands.
Penguin Waddle Race – Waddle with a balloon between your knees.
Christmas Karaoke Roulette – Sing whatever holiday tune fate picks for you!
Drinking and Adult Holiday Fun
Christmas Movie Drinking Game – Take a sip when a holiday trope pops up.
Holiday Trivia Shots – Wrong answer? Take a shot!
Eggnog Chugging Contest – Chug the classic drink—fastest wins!
Stocking Stuffer Mystery – Guess the hidden item or sip your drink.
Festive Flip Cup – Like beer pong, but merrier and messier.
Drunk Gift Wrapping – Try wrapping after a drink or two—chaos guaranteed.
Rudolph Red Nose Game – Use Vaseline and cotton balls for a hilarious nose game.
Guess the Cookie Flavor – Blindfolded taste test of holiday cookie flavors.
Hot Cocoa Pong – Toss marshmallows into cocoa cups—cheers!
Holiday Buzz Words – Say a forbidden word? Take a drink!
Creative and DIY-Inspired Christmas Activities
DIY Ornament Decorating Contest – Provide supplies and let creativity flow.
Ugly Sweater Making Station – Turn plain sweaters into ugly masterpieces.
Christmas Craft-Off – Race to make the best ornament with limited materials.
Holiday Meme Challenge – Use whiteboards or apps to create holiday memes.
Christmas Card Challenge – Craft heartfelt or hilarious cards from scratch.
Wreath Ring Toss – Toss rings onto festive pegs or bottles.
Cookie Decorating Challenge – Compete on creativity, flavor, and presentation.
Gingerbread House Destruction – Smash your creation—most dramatic wins!
Tinsel Toss – Try to land garland onto hooks or hat stands.
Holiday Coloring Contest – Leave out pages and crayons for cozy creativity.
Brainy and Team-Building Christmas Party Games For Adults
Christmas Scavenger Hunt – Set up clues and send guests around the house.
Name That Christmas Tune – Play or hum; others guess the carol.
Holiday Word Scramble – Race to unscramble festive phrases.
Who Am I? (Christmas Edition) – Guess the Christmas character on your back.
Complete the Carol – Fill in the next lyric to keep the song going.
Christmas Anagrams – Unscramble festive words before the clock runs out.
Blind Wrap Challenge – One person gives instructions, the other wraps.
Christmas Taboo – Guess holiday words without using obvious clues.
Silent Night Charades – No speaking charades—extra challenging!
Holiday Timeline Trivia – Guess the dates of traditions and events.
Cozy, Chill, and Conversation-Driven Games
Holiday “Would You Rather?” – Ridiculous and festive dilemmas galore.
Secret Santa Reveal Game – Turn the reveal into a guessing game.
Christmas Memory Match – Match holiday images or scenes.
Warm Fuzzy Exchange – Leave anonymous, sweet notes for each guest.
Christmas Mad Libs – Fill in blanks to create silly holiday tales.
Festive Favorites Sharing – Share your favorite tradition, song, or dish.
Christmas Roast (Light-hearted!) – Gentle, humorous jabs in the spirit of fun.
Guess the Christmas Sound – Bells, unwraps, jingles—can they guess?
Christmas Confessions – Funny, embarrassing, or heartwarming memories.
Gift Swap Dice Game – Roll dice to swap, steal, or lock your gift!
From side-splitting laughter to warm, cozy connections, these Christmas party games for adults are sure to make your celebration one to remember. Whether your crowd is laid-back or rowdy, there’s something here for everyone.
So, deck the halls, hit play on those carols, and get ready to unwrap memories, one game at a time.
Hi, I’m Serena Bruce, the creative force behind EnjoyPartyIdeas.com!
As a passionate event planner and long-time lover of all things festive, I’ve dedicated my life to making celebrations unforgettable. With years of experience planning everything from kids’ birthday bashes to elegant weddings and themed parties, I’ve learned one important thing—every party deserves to be memorable, meaningful, and fun.