These winter games are the perfect way to bring everyone together for laughter, a little friendly competition, and cozy family memories. Whether you’re hosting a family night, a winter party, or a big group gathering, they’ll keep everyone entertained long after the hot cocoa runs out.
When the weather outside is chilly, the fun doesn’t have to freeze!
Note: These ideas are specifically for fun after the holidays or for those who don’t celebrate Christmas. You can find these epic Christmas party games for holiday celebrations.
Wildly Entertaining Indoor Winter Games to Play
1. Winter This or That
Winter this or that questions are the perfect indoor activity to bond with friends and family during the cold months. In fact, there’s snow way you won’t enjoy it!
To play, give a choice between two fun winter-related topics. Then, participants quickly decide which they prefer. A colorful debate ensues!
2. 5 Second Rule Game: Winter Edition
Next, turn the traditional 5 Second Game into a winter variation.
In this hilarious game, players must name 3 things within 5 seconds. Categories you could use for the game:
- Name 3 things you wear in the snow
- Name 3 hot winter drinks
- Name 3 winter sports
- Name 3 ways to stay warm in the winter
3. Winter Trivia
Winter Trivia Questions are your gateway to the chilliest season. From weather patterns to sports and holidays, it’s fun to delve into all the facets of winter.
Cozy up with a warm drink and blanket. Then, learn something fascinating about this frosty season!
Although counterintuitive, what month is Earth closest to the Sun?
Answer: January
4. Winter Bingo – coming soon!
This free printable Winter Bingo game is easy to play, guaranteed to bring laughter, and perfect for all ages. It’s a great family fun game when you’re stuck inside after the holidays.
5. Marshmallow Tower Challenge
In this fun, hands-on game, your marshmallows represent snowballs. Players or teams compete to build the tallest tower using only marshmallows. We used a variety of marshmallow sizes to keep it interesting. Or you could try a combination of marshmallows and toothpicks to see how high you can stack them.
6. Winter Scavenger Hunt
Hide cozy or wintry items (mittens, cocoa packets, snowflakes) around the room for players to find. Take turns hiding and finding. Or see who can find the most in the time given.
7. Snowball Toss
This idea via Jade Oneal has an elf sitting nearby, but it can easily be done after Christmas too! Grab a cardboard box lying around in your basement or garage. Then make this fun snowball toss game using scissors, a marker, and cotton balls. You could also make it even easier by setting out buckets and tossing your snowballs in them.
8. Penguin Waddle Race
For this game, all you need are blown-up balloons or balls. Place the balloon (or ball) between players’ knees and race to the finish line. No hands allowed!
9. Snowman Stack (& More Minute to Win It Games)
Stack three marshmallows (or white cups if you don’t have marshmallows) in under 60 seconds to make a snowman. It’s trickier than it looks!
To make it easier: use the big marshmallows. To make it harder: have players stack the small ones!
Love these stacking games? Don’t miss the Easiest Minute to Win It Games you can play anytime! There are several more games in there with marshmallows.
10. Tell Funny Snowman Jokes
Snowman jokes and puns will warm you with laughter this winter season!
What do you call a snowman with a cup of hot chocolate? Find out in the post!
11. Frozen Dance Party
This game doesn’t require any supplies! Play winter songs like Let It Go or Frosty the Snowman while everyone dances. When the music stops, players freeze like statues of ice!
12. Frozen Trivia
Frozen trivia questions and answers will blow you away, whether you are a Frozen novice or a “Let it Go” fanatic! Learn fun facts and see who’s the ultimate Queen (or King).
What is the name of Elsa and Anna’s kingdom? Find out on #3 of the post!
13. Winter Charades
Act out winter-themed words and see if your team can guess them!
Try these fun winter phrases:
- Building a snowman
- Ice skating
- Drinking hot chocolate
- Catching snowflakes on your tongue
- Shoveling snow
- Having a snowball fight
- Decorating a Christmas tree
- Sledding down a hill
- Making snow angels
14. Snowflake Punch Game – coming soon!
15. Roll a Snowman Dice Game
This fun game can be played three ways! Draw, use paper cut-outs, or have fun with food while you make the most epic snowman!
Outdoor Winter Games to Play
Get some fresh air and Vitamin D (away from those germy areas) by trying these fun outdoor winter games. The kids will use their imagination and have fun while moving!
16. Snowball Dodgeball
It’s regular dodgeball, but with snowballs. Have each player make their snowballs beforehand (3-5). Then, let the games begin! If you get hit, you’re out of the game. The last player standing wins.
17. Footprint Tag
This version of tag has a snowy twist! Players are only allowed to step in the footprints other people have already made in the snow. If you step outside of the footprint, you’re “it.”
18. Outdoor Snowball Toss Challenge
Line up buckets or hula hoops and see who can toss snowballs into the targets from different distances.
19. Snow Painting
You’ll need spray bottles with water (or water and food coloring) for this fun activity. Once you’ve supplied this, let kids turn the snow into a canvas of their own creations! Encourage your little painters to experiment with color combinations and shapes.
Gloves are a must for this activity, as mittens might be too bulky to work the spray bottles.
20. Snow Maze Race
Use shovels to carve a maze path in the snow, then race through it without stepping outside the lines.
Great Indoor Games for Winter
Next, while these aren’t specific winter games they are PERFECT when you’re stuck inside for long periods. They’ll keep their minds working and their bodies moving!
21. Lego Challenge
These free Lego challenge cards will get your child thinking and building creatively! They are great for keeping kids busy on school breaks, family nights, or long winter days. I hope they open up the world of LEGO to your entire family.
22. Family Feud
Family feud is a fun teamwork game that brings you together for a good time! This version is a clean family edition. Everyone will be laughing and debating in no time!
23. Exercise Dice Game
I recently realized that when my kids are home from school, they have more energy than our house can handle. Before you know it, play fighting turns into real fighting. I made this free exercise game when I was scrambling for ways to tire them out.
It gets wiggles out in a fun way!
24. What’s Your Pirate Name
Salty Sharkbait
Crabby Sealegs McGee
What’s your pirate name?
Find out with this arr-mazing FREE pirate name generator! Add a splash of fun, silliness, or swashbuckling flair to any day this winter.
And don’t miss the free pirate treasure hunt, too. Your little pirates will love their grand indoor adventure!
25. Simple Card Games
You’ll be surprised at how many fun games you can play with just one deck of cards!
In the winter, these card games are perfect for kids of all ages. From timeless classics like Go Fish to modern family hits, this list combines learning, laughter, and connection.
26. Scattergories
This Scattergories game will have everyone racing the clock, stretching their brains, and sharing laughs around the dinner table. You score points by coming up with unique words that fit within specific categories.
All answers must begin with a designated letter and be submitted before the timer runs out!
27. Taboo
Can you describe “pizza” without saying “pepperoni” or “cheese”?
How about “birthday” without saying “cake” or “candles”?
This family-friendly Taboo game promises to bring laughter and challenging fun for everyone!
28. Gratitude Skittles Game
Who knew a bag of Skittles could spark so much gratitude?
This simple gratitude skittles game turns colorful candies into conversation starters. It helps kids (and adults!) notice their blessings and share what they’re thankful for in a fun, lighthearted way.
29. The Telephone Game
Get ready for a laugh-out-loud game of miscommunication with the classic Telephone game!
Start with a message, pass it on from player to player, and watch as it hilariously transforms along the way. The fun comes when the final message is nothing like the original. Who knew words could get so jumbled?
30. Play Valentine’s Games
Finally, look forward to Valentine’s Day this winter! These fun games will put you in the spirit of love!
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