30 Winter Party Games: Adding Fun To The Chill!

If you’re looking to amp up your winter gatherings, whether you’re surrounded by snow or not, I’ll be sharing some creative party games and friendly competitions, that will bring warmth and cheer to your celebrations. 

Find age-appropriate winter activities in three sections: games for young children, for teenagers and party games to be played in teams.

Last Updated: July 18, 2024  |  8 min Read

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Let’s dive into the world of simple, fun-filled winter party games that you can adapt no matter what the winter looks like in your area!

Winter Party Games for Young Children

1. Winter Trivia Quiz

Test your kids’ knowledge on various winter topics, from frosty facts to historical events. It’s a fun and casual way to enjoy the chilly evenings, sparking laughter and friendly competition. Go to 100 Winter Trivia Questions And Answers To Spark Excitement!

2. Snowflake Craft Station

Add a touch of creativity to the party with a snowflake craft station. Provide materials for the children to make their snowflakes, including pre-cut paper snowflakes, glue, glitter, and markers.

3. Penguin Waddle Relay

Have the children dress up as penguins or use pillowcases as makeshift penguin bellies. Organize a relay race, requiring them to waddle like penguins to a designated point and back.

4. Pin the Nose on the Snowman

Get this pin the nose on Olaf kit, blindfold the children, spin them around, and let them try to pin the nose on the snowman. It adds a whimsical twist to a classic party game.

5. Snowball Toss

For a mix of physical activity and coordination, introduce Snowball Toss. Set up buckets or targets with different point values and provide soft snowballs made of cotton balls or foam. Children can toss the snowballs into the targets, scoring points and enjoying friendly competition.

6. Snowman Freeze Dance

Play cheerful winter music and encourage the children to dance like snowmen, snowflakes and the rest. When the music stops, they must freeze in place until the music resumes.

7. Frosty’s Hat Ring Toss

Challenge their dexterity with a game of Frosty’s Hat Ring Toss. Place a large, inflatable snowman in the center of the playing area and provide children with rings, such as hula hoops or foam rings. The goal is to toss the rings onto Frosty’s hat, combining skill and amusement.

8. Winter Bingo

Ensure the little ones stay engaged with a round of Winter Bingo. Create bingo cards featuring winter-themed images like snowflakes, mittens, and snowmen. Use small candies or markers as bingo chips and play several rounds for a fun-filled experience.

9. Snowman Building Contest

Bring a touch of outdoor winter fun indoors with the Snowman Building Contest. Divide the children into teams and provide them with materials to build their snowmen. Encourage creativity and award prizes for the most imaginative snowman.

10. Winter Scavenger Hunt

To add a touch of mystery and exploration, organize a Winter Scavenger Hunt. Create a list of winter-themed items for the children to find indoors or in your backyard. Reward those who complete the scavenger hunt with small prizes, turning the party into an exciting adventure.

Winter Party Games for Teenagers

11. Arctic Charades Challenge

Create a list of winter-related words or phrases for a game of charades with a frosty twist. Teens can act out snowboarding, ice skating, or even building a snowman without speaking, while others guess.

12. Snowball Dodgeball Tournament

Organize an epic indoor snowball dodgeball tournament. Use soft, indoor-safe snowballs and divide the group into teams. The team that eliminates the opponents or captures the flag first wins.

13. Winter-Themed Escape Room

Set up a winter-themed escape room with puzzles and clues related to the season. Teens must work together to solve the challenges and “escape” the winter wonderland within a set time.

14. Ice Sculpture Contest

Provide blocks of ice and carving tools for an ice sculpture contest. Teens can unleash their artistic side and create impressive winter sculptures. Award prizes for the most creative and intricate designs.

15. Extreme Sledding Simulator (Video Game Tournament)

Host a video game tournament featuring extreme sledding or winter sports simulations. Teens can compete for high scores and enjoy the thrill of winter sports virtually.

16. Winter Fashion Show

Challenge the teens to create stylish winter outfits using scarves, hats, and gloves. Host a winter fashion show where they can showcase their creativity and fashion sense. Don’t forget to have a panel of judges for added fun.

17. Glacial Scavenger Hunt

Organize a scavenger hunt with winter-themed clues and challenges. Teens can search for hidden treasures related to winter, solving riddles and completing tasks along the way.

18. Snowboard Ramp Tricks Competition

If you have access to a snowboarding ramp or simulator, host a snowboard tricks competition. Teens can showcase their skills and perform impressive tricks, with judges scoring their performance.

19. Winter Movie Marathon

Set up a cozy movie-watching area with blankets and pillows. Let teens vote on their favorite winter-themed movies and enjoy a movie marathon together. Don’t forget the popcorn and hot cocoa!

20. Polar Plunge Relay (Indoor Edition)

Transform the classic polar plunge into a relay race with an indoor twist. Set up inflatable pools filled with cold water, and teens take turns completing challenges or retrieving winter-themed items. The team that finishes first wins the icy relay.

Team Winter Party Games

21. Igloo Building Contest

Provide each team with a set of materials (like marshmallows, toothpicks, or snow) and challenge them to construct the most creative and sturdy igloo within a specified time frame.

22. Blizzard Blast

Teams compete in a snowball fight but with a twist. Each team member must throw snowballs into designated buckets, earning points for accuracy and distance. The team with the highest combined score wins.

23. Winter Pictionary Relay

Combine winter-themed words with Pictionary in a relay format. Team members take turns drawing and guessing winter-related images, passing the sketchbook to the next teammate. The first team to finish all drawings wins.

24. Skiing Simulation Challenge

Create a skiing simulation using cardboard skis and a designated “slope.” Teams take turns navigating the slope, aiming for the fastest time. Time penalties can be added for missed gates or obstacles.

25. Snowman Bowling Bonanza

Transform snowmen into bowling pins! Each team crafts snowmen using materials like white balloons, scarves, and hats. Then, teams take turns rolling a large snowball (or softball) to knock down the opposing team’s snowmen.

26. Polar Platter Decorating Contest

Teams decorate winter-themed cookies or cupcakes. Provide various toppings like frosting, sprinkles, and edible decorations. Judges can evaluate each team’s creativity, design, and taste.

27. Ice Fishing Frenzy

Set up an ice fishing station with buckets of ice and magnetic fishing rods. Attach paper fish with point values to magnets, and teams try to “catch” as many fish as they can within a time limit.

28. Winter Word Charades

Compile a list of winter-related phrases and words. Each team member takes turns acting out a word without speaking while their teammates guess. The team with the most correct guesses wins.

29. North Pole Navigation Challenge

Teams embark on a navigation challenge using compasses and maps. Hidden winter-themed checkpoints are scattered around the area, and teams must locate them within a time limit.

30. Frozen Tug-of-War

Create a winter twist on the classic tug-of-war by using a long rope frozen in ice. Teams must work together to thaw the rope and pull their opponents over a designated line. It adds a chilly challenge to a traditional game.

Conclusion to Winter Party Games

I hope these ideas bring as much joy to your family gatherings as they have to mine. Whether you’re surrounded by snow or not, the warmth of laughter and the spirit of togetherness make these games a delightful addition to any winter celebration.