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Bachelorrete Party - Top 10 Accessories for Summer Bachelorette Parties

2009-07-10T20:51:00.002-04:00

Wonder what the Top 10 selling Bachelorette Party Accessories are this summer well we've got them. Ready...

10. Peter Pecker Inflatable Doll and Ring Toss Game at Bachelorette.com!
For fun and games this ring toss game comes in at number 10.

9. 6 Penis Lollipops in a Bouquet
A Lollipop by any other name is called a sucker, but we won't go there.

8. Bachelorette Party ID Buttons
It is always best to leave with everyone you came with :)

7. Penis Pop
Hmmm, how many suckers are on this list.

6. Bachelorette Party Veil
Let everyone know she is getting hitched with one of these.

5. A Penis-Shaped Beer Bong
Whatever happen to having a quilting party, include aspirin packets if you order this for your Bachelorette Party.

4. Captain Pecker – 6’ Inflatable Penis
Men's private parts are sure a big, big, big theme on this list.

3. The Bachelorette Tiara
She'll enjoy being queen for a night, with these festive tiaras.

2. Pecker Pinata Bachelorette Party Kit
What's a Bachelorette Party without someone's balls getting busted? Well it's a Bachelorette party that wasn't as much fun as yours!

And the No. 1 Bachelorette Party Accessory for Summer 2009 is
1. Pecker Party Straws
Yes silly, fun and it makes drinks taste better! lol

If your planning a bachelorette Party pick up some of these great party accessories and check out some of our great Bachelorette Party Games at Party Game Ideas.

The Party Game Ideas Lady!

Making Up Summer Games for Kids is Easier Than You Think

2009-06-11T17:02:00.002-04:00

The kids are out of school and they need activities to keep them busy. Well there is one thing I have discovered over the years, kids don't need to entertained all the time. And when they aren't they often find ways to have fun, learn and entertain themselves.

One of the easiest ways to getting them to entertain themselves is to have them create or design games to play. While most people think that a game need to be highly structured sometimes the best games are simple ideas played out in a challenging manner.

Here are some quick ideas:
You have 3 buckets and a baseball or bean bag.
- Have the kids place the buckets at 5, 10 and 15 feet and score each bucket a point of 1, 2, or 3 points. First child to reach 50 points wins.

Buckets / large plastic cups and a sponge or small cup.
- Divide up into two teams, have 2 buckets filled with water, place the same sized cup on a chair 20 feet away. Kids must soak the sponge and then run to the cup and wring it out. First team to over flow the cup wins.

Basically, you can quickly challenge your kids to come up with ring tossing, aiming, relay or scavenger hunt type games that will keep them busy and active this summer.

And if you need some indoor activities you can always get some printable games, board games or printable games they can play.

However if you need more game ideas for events check out out Kids Party Games list with more than 70 different games for kids and over 400 total.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

New Bachelorette Party Game Updates

2009-05-06T18:55:00.002-04:00

Just as the Bachelorette Party season moves into high gear, Party Game Ideas has updated this section with new games and a more organized format.

New - Bachelorette Ideas & Themes
Whether the bride to be is shy, doesn't drink, is a comedian or is a wild child, we have pulled together a variety of Bachelorette ideas that can help you come up with a wonder event just for her.

New - Bachelorette Party Games List
We still have our Bachelorette party game category pages, but now we have added a new games list page where you can view all the pages at once. A great time saver when looking for bachelorette games.

New games added Decorate the Man's Private Parts and Steal the Beads Game.

We invite you to visit Party Game Ideas and check out the 400 party games we have listed on our site.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Successful Bachelorette Parties without Alcohol

2009-04-28T12:41:00.002-04:00

Can you have a successful Bachelorette party without alcohol?

The answer is - Yes!

A successful bachelorette party is based on friends and fun, so if your bride to be is under the legal drinking age or she doesn't drink you can consider lots of other activities.

Silly & Fun Bachelorette Party
Base the bachelorette party on a theme of silly, fun or self embarrassment.
Plan a Karaoke party and have everyone sing solo or in groups and to spice it up have the ladies re-write lyrics and make them a little naughty.

Do a Photo Scavenger Hunt and have fun group photos taken around town. Example: Get a photo with a fire man, police officer, two guys old enough to be the bride's father, etc... Have fun just don't be insulting. This bachelorette scavenger hunt should get you started.

Like to Laugh? Then challenge your gal pals to an Improv Comedy Night and see how their quick wit responds.

Consider a Spa Bachelorette Party
This concept revolves around relaxation, girl talk and pampering. While some women go to the spa for such events others do it at home.

Consider a nice a nice lunch or dinner or brunch by a pool and then have manicures, pedicure, facials and / or hire a massage therapist for mini massages. You can then take cosmo quizes, talk about guys and married life, play bachelorette games and throw in a romantic movie to top things off. Easy fun and simple.

Have a Naughty Bachelorettte Party
Just because there is no drinking, doesn't mean that you can't had a lingerie fashion show or show a kama sutra book or talk about sex. Remember she is getting married. Just work within her comfort zone, the goal is a fun time for all.

If you do game that verge on naughty you may want to play games like Pass the Vibrator, I Never or Decorate the Man's Private Parts as these games are sure to get the conversations started.

So now you know you can plan a successful bachelorette party at any age and whether or not there is alcohol. Just plan ahead, consider the bride's personality and plan for a successful bachelorette party.

Get more bachelorette party games and ideas visit Party Game Ideas.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

1st Birthday Party Tips and New Games

2009-04-14T16:13:00.002-04:00

Based on popular demand and requests for First Birthday Games, we have put together a 1st Birthday Party page to help make this event a little less stressful.

While doing my research, I read pages and pages of advice and tips, however I have saved you some time by taking paragraphs of fluff and sharing what you need to know in about 2 -3 sentences.

And best of all, I put together some games that are perfect for 1st Birthday Parties. These games are perfect to celebrate the birthday and others will help keep other toddlers and kids entertained too. So, if you are planning to celebrate a 1st Birthday and need games and ideas for you special occasion be sure to check out our new 1st Birthday Party page.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Easter Trivia Games - Fun Quizzes for Easter

2009-04-08T09:38:00.000-04:00

Fun Easter Trivia games are perfect for kids, teens and adults. Plus you can choose from novelty trivia from the Easter Bunny to more serious trivia concerning Jesus and the Bible.

The good new is that trivia provides a fun way to test knowledge and educate. So if you are having a family gathering, Church event or group activity consider some of the challenge Easter Trivia games.

Easter Bible Trivia - Test how well you know the resurection
Fans of Passion of the Christ will enjoy this movie based Trivia game

Peter Cottontail Song Lyrics - Do you really know this Childrens' Easter Song!
Can You Match This Easter Item with That One? - Try your luck at linking Easter Items

Enjoy Word Challenges more than Trivia games then check out these Word Games
Easter Word Challenge - Kind of Sudoku for Words
Peter Rabbit Word Scramble - Unscramble these Easter terms first and win
Jesus Saves Secret Message - Race to decode the secret message

Here for more printable Easter games.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

New Easter Games from Party Game Ideas

2009-04-07T17:06:00.002-04:00

We have been putting on our thinking caps and came up with some New Easter Games for Party Game Ideas.

Easter Egg Treasure Hunt
The Easter Bunny went to place Easter eggs in the Easter baskets, but when he turned around the eggs were missing. Squabbles the Squirrel had hidden them and now the Easter Bunny needs your help to find them! Get Easter Egg Treasure Hunt details.

Easter Egg Relay Race
After the Easter Eggs are found, enjoy this relay race that will challenge their skills and provide plenty of smiles.

Easter Hop Spot
Kids hop around this game board moving from space to space, but if they can't make it they are out of the game. Fun for the under 7 crowd.

Easter Bingo
Need a fun game that young and old can play, while waiting for dinner or before the Easter egg hunt? Well Easter Bingo should do the trick. We have a do it yourself version plus Bible and picture Bingo versions too!

For more Party Games and Activities Visit Party Game Ideas.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Model Game Perfect for Slumber Parties

2009-04-03T08:01:00.000-04:00

For tween girls this might be the perfect game / activity for a Slumber Party.

If your kids are into America's Next Top Model or Make Me a Supermodel then our Freeze Frame Model Game should be a big hit during your next sleepover.

I'll give you the basic concept and then link to the game details page.

You'll need music, topics or emotions, digital camera and a computer.

Guests will be given a emotion or phrase and when the music stops strike a pose. The mom then takes a photo or each guest. Then another emotion / phrase is announced and the process happens again.

After the photos are taken, place on a Word doc and then the kids or judge vote on the best photo for each emotion / phrase the person who wins the most pose downs wins.

View Freeze Frame Model Game details

Silly, fun and different.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Bible Games and Activities for Easter

2009-04-02T08:13:00.000-04:00

Looking for Bible games for Palm Sunday and Easter?
Want fun Sunday School activities for your Church that showcases Faith and the Bible?

Well, we have them for you Bible Trivia, Bible Word Finds, Word Scrabbles and more. Some games are specifically for Easter and other Bible games can be used year round.

So if you need something fun for your kids and adults check out these printable Bible games that are perfect for Easter.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Irish Songs and Lyrics for St. Patrick's Day

2009-03-15T22:22:00.002-04:00

Planning a gathering for St. Patrick's Day or just planning on going out to celebrate being Irish?

Well then you might want to get the lyrics to these Irish songs. I found a site that has lyrics to such classics as Danny Boy, I'm Looking over a Four Leaf Clover, My Wild Irish Rose, When Irish Eyes are Smiling and more.

Have fun and Happy St. Patrick's Day

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

St. Patrick's Day Trivia and Games

2009-03-12T05:45:00.000-04:00

Looking for St. Patrick's Day trivia and games for kids, friends or family? Then we have some fun ideas for you . Check out some of these St. Patrick's Day games.

St. Patrick's Day This and That Trivia. See how well your friends know Irish trivia with the St. Patricks Day This and That Trivia Challenge.

St. Patrick's Day Cryptogram Riddles Have friends who think they know it all? Well see if they do, by seeing if they can solve this St. Patrick's Day Cryptogram Riddle.

You can find more games like - Irish Words of Wisdom, Word Finds, Scavenger Hunts and more on our St. Patrick's Day Games page at Party Game Ideas.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Style with Hats, Beads, More

2009-02-24T08:31:00.000-05:00

St. Patrick's Day is just weeks away and it's time for the Irish and those who love St. Patrick's Day to celebrate!

Having a Top-of the-morning Celebration?
Attending Parades and Events in New York City, Boston, Chicago or Savanah?
Or looking to attract a sweet Irish girl or guy?

Then we have the St. Patricks Day party supplies and accessories you will want.

How about some sweet St. Patrick's Day hats that are perfect for bars, festival or parades and sure to garner attention anywhere you go. Here are a few we found.

We also came across St.Patrick's Day beads.
No need to fight for cool St. Patrick's Day beads, because you will have them a great way to show your Irish spirit and a great way to meet women and men. So this year, let your beads be your conversation starter.

And there are more great St. Patrick's Day party items including
Shamrock Drink Holders
Shamrock Shot Glasses
LED Shamrock Mug
Glitter Shamrock Body Tattoos
Fun Shamrock Party Decorations
St. Patrick's Day Tiaras
Shamrock Bandana
Green Wigs & Green Boas
Light Up Shamrock Rings
Light Up Cups, Mugs and Cubes!
And Shamrock Personalized Banners

Kiss Me I'm Irish
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady
Here for St. Patrick's Day Party Games

New Wedding Favors for 2009

2009-02-19T22:23:00.005-05:00

What is new in Wedding Favors for 2009?

Well practical gifts have become more popular, but fun event gifts still are popular. So consider some of these new wedding favors.

Bubbly Bubbles! Fun bottles of bubbles.
It's sparkling good fun!

Other options:
Champagne Flute Gel Candles
More Champagne Wedding Favors

Gifts that are sure to be used. Scented soaps make a great eco-friendly favor.

Owl Always Love You Soap
The Perfect Pair - Scented Soap

While autumn colors are popular in the fall, we found these Cherry Blossom wedding favors to be a perfect compliment for spring weddings that are timed for the cherry blossom season. Choose from frosted coasters, candles or wine shades.
View other Spring Wedding Favors and Summer Wedding Favors.

As Beach Weddings become more popular we are seeing more Beach Wedding Favors including Seashell soaps, Margarita candles, Flip-flop photo frames, Mini-suitcase favor tins, Beach pails and many more beach inspired wedding favors.

Eco-friendly Wedding Favors continue to become more creative wildflower seeds favors, biodegradable wedding poppers, bamboo coasters and place card holders. Check out the latest here.

We are also seeing some new place card holders that range from classic streetlights to casual outdoor themes.

Street Light Card Holder
The Grill Card Holder can also hold a tea light candle or fun treats.

I hope you enjoy these new favors and create the wedding you have dreamed of.
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

What to Write in Your Valentine's Day Card, Interesting

2009-02-11T12:30:00.002-05:00

I was online and doing some research and ran across this page, "What to Write in Your Valentine's Day Card." So I took a peek and thought it was fun and good advice so I decided to share it.

While it doesn't tell you exactly what to write in your Valentine's Day card, it does give you;
Do's and Don'ts for Valentine's cards
Tips for writing to your Crush, new relationships and serious relationships.

The page ends with some examples of What you can write in your Valentine's day card.

plus if you need some other inspiration, you can view some vintage Valentine's Day cards they have on the site from the 1920 - 1950's.

Basically if you need some help writing your Valentine's Day cards then check out this page.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Valentine's Day Games and Activities for Kids and Adults

2009-02-09T12:54:00.003-05:00

Mom, teachers, party hosts and hostess, and Valentine Day revelers.

Have fun with Valentine's Day trivia, Bingo, word finds and other challenges this week. Yes, pick up a Valentine's Day party game pack and you'll have lots of activities to keep them having fun after school, during free time at school, and at the end of a group meeting.

These Valentine's games are a challenge for kids and adults and if you are throwing a singles party it is a great way to get guests to meet each other and connect.

Check out these printable Valentine and St. Patrick's day games and get ready for a good time.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Super Bowl Game, Party Games and Activities

2009-01-23T18:57:00.002-05:00

The Super Bowl is just over a week a way and if you are hosting a Super Bowl party it is time to plan ahead to get everything you need.

We just put together our Super Bowl Party Games and Party Supplies page at Party Game Ideas and I think we have put together a good gameplan for success.

We were able to find Super Bowl party supplies including Arizona Cardinal and Pittsburgh Steeler party packs, plus Super Bowl XLIII party supplies too.

We also found light up Football shaped ice cubes for your drinks in red and gold, football shaped snack bowls and Fathead NFL wall graphics for each team and they are on sale!

We also created a Pick The Winners - Super Bowl Trivia Game, Listed Super Bowl squares and how to play it, added some trivia games and offer team apparel for the Steelers and Cardinals.

So now you can get everything you need for your Super Bowl Party and be ready for the big game next Sunday!.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

New Year's Eve Games and Activities for Families and Friends

2008-12-31T10:56:00.002-05:00

If your New Year's Eve consists of a casual, fun night at home laughing, playing games and waking the kids up just before midnight so they can see the ball drop in Times Square then this blog is for you.

While I have enjoyed many a New Year at some large events packed elbow to elbow with strangers, some of my best memories come from being with friends and family at home.

Some of my favorite memories are playing board games like Life, Cranium and Boulderdash. Upbeat and fun and if kids are there they can play too. So go ahead and raid your closet and get some games ready just in case.

I think the best games keep you active and one interesting activity that could be very entertaining tonight would be a Comedy - Improv activity, where guests have to think fast to make you laugh or they just might make you laugh. Silly be fun and you can order it online.

As the hours get later the kids always starting asking more frequently, how much longer? In addition, they grow more and more impatient. you may want to time a movie's end to occur 15 minutes before midnight. This way the kids will only have to wait 15 minutes before jumping up and down and then going to bed.

Another idea is to schedule short or fun party games and activities during the last hour. Consider printable New Year's Games that include Bingo, trivia, word scrambles and more. Plan to do a game every 15 minutes or play Bingo several times right up until the countdown.

Need some other cretive games for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day then check out our site, Party Game Ideas. We have over 350 party games for kids and adults and most are simple do it yourself games.

So have fun tonight and Happy New Year!
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Christmas Classroom Activities, Holiday Brain Teaser and more to Keep Kids Busy

2008-12-21T16:44:00.002-05:00

It's that time off year again, when school activities and events create a extra minutes here and there.

So how do you fill the 15 minutes before the assembly or challenge them while you set up a holiday snack or keep them busy while you grade the last 10 papers or give the kids that finished their test already something fun and QUIET to do.

Well get these Printable Christmas Games, Trivia Games, Word Finds and activities.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Snow Day Fun - Games and Activities To The Rescue

2008-12-19T08:21:00.003-05:00

Kids love snow days, but if they are not playing in the snow then what are they going to do?

Well party game activities are not always for parties, you can play them any day so if you are at home with the kids today check out our Holiday party games that can be turning into simple challenges or fun activities.

And if you need more challenges to the printable Christmas games and activities and let them do word finds, scrambles and even holiday bingo.

And if you want to make salt dough ornament or do Christmas crafts, here are some easy ones for kids.

And while they are play games, you can finish buying your Christmas gifts online!

Stay warm and Happy Holidays
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Holiday Trivia Game Perfect for Office Parties, Christmas Parties and Classrooms

2008-12-19T08:03:00.003-05:00

Searching the internet for Christmas trivia for your Holiday party that is less than hours away?

Well, stop!

You can get find the right Holiday trivia games, word scrambles or an activity that everyone will enjoy in about 10 minutes and print it out in less time and you will be done.

Easy and fun games including Holiday Riddles, Christmas Carol trivia, Picture Puzzles, Reindeer Questions, Toy Trivia, Night Before Christmas Challenges, Bible Trivia and more.

The best part is that you'll be the party hero because these games look great, are entertaining and give you variety for all ages including kids, teens, adults and seniors.

So stop reading and go check out the games and have a great party, luncheon or event with these Christmas trivia games.

Happy Holidays.
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Help, I Need Party Games Using Christmas Carols!

2008-12-17T08:44:00.002-05:00

That was the email I received last night. Help, I need party games involving Christmas carols!

Sounds easy at first but then I realized it might be harder than I thought, so I started thinking what games I know and how could they be turned into Christmas party games. Here are my ideas for Christmas Carol Games for your Christmas Party!

Christmas Carol Relay - Team member game titles to Christmas songs, then must draw the idea on paper and hope their team members know the song and start singing it.

Christmas Songs Lyrics - A trivia game to see who remembers the lyrics to Christmas carols, printable game.

Christmas Songs Name That Tune - Get Holiday song trivia and history and then have players or teams challenge each other to Name That Tune. Basic Name That Tune instructions.

Christmas Song Scramble - Scramble Holiday Song titles and have guests work to unscramble the list a fun way to determine who goes first or last in a gift exchange. Printable version.

Christmas Carol Party Trivia Challenge - This game could work with tables of guests. Come up with Christmas carol trivia questions and have all tables compete against each other to answer the questions. You can do several rounds - First all tables 8 - 10 questions, then narrow down to tables with points then 6 more questions, then after round to have top 2 or 3 tables compete for Christmas Carol Champion and small prizes.

Christmas Carol Brainteaser - Guests race to match Carol clues with the Christmas carol. A fun ice breaker and you could use these challenging clues for a party event if the paper and pen version does not work.

Christmas Carol Lyric Challenge - Does your group of friends pride themselves to knowing lyrics. Well put them to the test by place Christmas carol songs from White Christmas to Frosty the Snowman to Little Drummer Boy in a hat. Take turns and challenge guests to sing a correct verse from the song. Want a challenge - Do this game in tournament fashion, so you can end up with a winner.

Silly Christmas Carol Songs - This is for the improv crowd and involves changing the song name and making up a unique holiday song based on the new title. A silly game for kids and adults. So you might sing about Rudolph the Green Nosed Reindeer or Chilly the Snowman, 12 Nights of Christmas.

Hopefully, this is giving you creative Christmas carol game ideas for your event. If you need more check out our site Party Game Ideas maybe another game will allow you to have a great Christmas party.

Happy Holidays
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Easy and Fun Christmas Party Games for Kids 3 - 8

2008-12-16T09:47:00.002-05:00

Need Christmas Games for kids ages 3 - 8 and don't have any ideas.

Before you get all stressed out, I have some great ideas for you. These holiday games are easy fun and cost basically nothing. I have included a small description and a link to the game details.

Unwrap the Gift Game - This is easy, wrap a gift over and over again and then play a game where the kids unwrap a layer of the present and each layer provides a surprise to do something silly or maybe a prize. The child to unwrap the last layer receives the gift.

Gift Stacking Relay - When I was a kid, I watched a tv show where kids stacked teacups and tried to walk around obstacles and if they succeeded they won prizes. Well they stack of gifts get higher and the kids need to make sure they don't fall. Great for classrooms and groups of kids.

Holiday Picture Bingo - Young and old love Bingo, now they can picture Bingo. This is great for young kids who are used to sitting a few minutes. For kids under 5 play with parents. What is great you can play this many times and the kids have fun each time.

Holiday Present Walk - This is a random style musical chairs game with no pushing and shoving. Use construction paper and draw a crossing pattern so it looks like a present and for fun place a bow on it. Note: If you have 5 pieces of red paper, use a unique colored bow on each one. Place on floor in a circle or around a table. Place one present down per child, then each child selects a present to stand next to. Now play music and kids walk by presents. Once music stops, each child stands by the present and you randomly pull a piece of paper that states which present gets removed, example Red present with white bow. The child by the red present and white bow is out of the game and the present is removed until you play again. This continues until you have a winner.

Easy and Quick Holiday Word Finds, Scrambles and Trivia Challenges here you will find a variety of printable Christmas and Holiday games that will be fun and challenging for 6 -10 years olds.

Holiday Corners - Select 4 images to represent the holidays, Present, Tree, Snowflake, Sleigh. Place one image in each corner. Play music and kids move again, pause music and kids select a corner. Then randomly select one of the four image from a hat. Players in that corner are out of the game. Start music and continue until you have a winner.

For more Kids Christmas Holiday Games including Find Santa's Reindeer visit Party Game Ideas for do it yourself Kids Christmas Party Games and Ideas.

Happy Holidays
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Top 5 Printable Holiday Games for Office, Groups and Classrooms

2008-12-12T09:40:00.001-05:00

Little or no time to come up with Christmas trivia games or party games for your event? Do you have at least 15 minutes and use of a printer before the big event?

If yes, then these printable Holiday games will be perfect for you.
If no, then these printable Holiday games will work as well, because you can do it in less than 15 minutes.

And to save you time I have list the most popular Printable Chirstmas Games of the season.

Here is the Top 5 Quick List.
1. Holiday Bingo - Fast easy, game cards for up to 200 people
2. Left / Right Gift Passing Game - Works if doing a gift exchange
3. Christmas Charades & Pictionary - Perfect for small / medium sized groups
4. Christmas Jeopardy - Great if your group is into competitive and outgoing
5. Christmas Song Lyrics - Trivia, Fun for all and can be used for determining Gift Exchange picking order.

Looking for additional printable Christmas games well you are in luck you'll find over 60 Holiday games here that you can print off your computer. Choose from Holiday trivia, Bible themes, brain teasers like anagrams and picture puzzles, and word finds and scrambles.

So, you are sure to find a game to suit your guests or at least keep them quiet for a few minutes, well unless they are playing Christmas Charades!

Happy Holidays
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Top 10 Christmas Party Games

2008-12-12T08:34:00.002-05:00

Top 10 Christmas Party Games
We often think certain games are going to be very popular with own visitors, but then certain party games turn out to be much more popular than expected.

Here is a list of Party Game Ideas Top Holiday Party Games for 2008

1. Find Santa's Reindeer - This scavenger hunt game put guests to the test to help find Santa's Reindeer.

2. Christmas Bingo or Holiday Bingo - This classic game is perfect for young and old and comes in as our number two party game of the season.

3. Christmas Carol Pictionary Relay - Team members draw out the carol and then get their team to sing that Christmas carol.

4. Unwrap the Gift Game - No skills needed to play this game, but variations of this game can make each layer naughty or nice.

5. Holiday Trivia Games - This includes various Holiday Trivia games that can stump kids aged 5 to 95!

6. Find Out Who - This office game is a simple ice breaker game where guests can find out facts about each other. Modify as needed for your own Holiday Party.

7. Stocking Guess Game - Place holiday realted items in a stocking and have guests guess what in the stocking. Tip: Items don't always have to be hoilday related, use toys, office supplies, etc... and then raffle off the stocking or give as prizes.

8. Gift Exchange Games - I was surprised to see that the Gift Exchange games were so low, however many people already know how to play them and I am hearing that people are passing on Gift Exchanges for other holiday fun this year.

9. Twas the Night Before Christmas Memory Game - This challenging game can often inspire unique and hilarious answers that are sure to entertain your guests.

10. Gift Stacking Relay - An old fashion game of racing around with a stack of presents wraps up this years top ten party games. This game can be very entertaining as guests most control gifts stacked 4, 5, 6, 7 gifts and more without dropping any.

This list comes from the over 40 Christmas Party Games we feature on Party Game Ideas. The do it yourself Party Game site.

If your favorite Holiday Party Game was not on our list and you think it should be then. Submit your Holiday game to us and it might make our Christmas Top 10 Party Games for next year!

Happy Holidays
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Make a Great Holiday Office Party for Less

2008-12-08T12:09:00.002-05:00

Just become times are tough should not limit your holiday fun.

Many companies feel it might be easier to not hold a Company Christmas Party that to do something different.

This is a time to challenge how you look at your people and value the money you spend. As long as your company doesn't waste money on lavish expenditures then reducing your Holiday party costs should go unnoticed.

Here are my tips for giving more while spending less.

1. Personalization - Owners, bosses, team leaders need to hand write personal cards stating what that person has meant to the company this year and going forward. Specifically state reasons why you are proud them being there, not just "Thanks for your hard work."
Cost: Cards & time
Value: Huge

2. At the Party Mix in fun activities and games so that few people have to think about what might be missing. If they are busy laughing, smiling and relaxing then who has time to be grumpy. Games: Here are a variety of Holiday printable games including Trivia, Word Finds, Bingo, Charades. And here are Christmas Gift Exchange Games, plus Holiday Scavenger Hunts for families and more.

3. Food - Don't go cheap on the food, bring in something you know will be good and safe. So pass on the $4 gourmet chocolate covered preztels, $3 cookies or $2 chocolate squares. A good meal is always enjoyed.

4. Decorations and Music
Balloons, lights, tree - keep it simple borrow from someone rather than buy.
Borrow music, holiday cd or ask someone to mix a Holiday cd for the event.
A nice addition (if within a budget) is a holiday scene setter. This is a photo opportunity for guests and can also be a place for happy memories to be made. These can run $60 to $100+.

5. Last the owner or bosses need to tell everyone at the party that it has been a tough year and together we have succeed by...
"and when I reflect on this year I realize it's the people here, in this room, who make this business special..."
(Let the team know their value - among friends and family)

Let's face it everyone knows times are tough but it doesn't mean you have to give less effort to a successful Holiday Party, it means you need to give more. Be creative, take risks and be yourself.

Happy Holidays
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady