What do you do during those long winter and summer breaks when your teenagers have outgrown toys, aren’t quite ready for jobs, and are glued to their phones? You likely start seeking ways to keep them entertained, right? Whether it’s family game night with your own teens, a small group of friends hanging out, or a larger gathering for a birthday celebration, there are plenty of options. How about some “Minute to Win It” challenges? Or test their knowledge with trivia questions like “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?” While we can’t help with figuring out how to use “yeet” correctly, we can equip you with a list of fun activities that will keep the eye rolls at bay.
Fun Games for a Clique
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Truth or Dare
This classic game is best suited for close friends, as it encourages sharing personal truths. Just make sure you trust your teens to keep the dares reasonable. Prepare a list of potential dares just in case they need some inspiration (or slip it to your kid if you’re not in the room!). -
Never Have I Ever
This can be a non-drinking version by using candy instead. Each teen takes turns stating something they haven’t done, like “Never have I ever…” and those who have done it take a candy. Expect more personal revelations if privacy is afforded! -
Would You Rather
Pose fun dilemmas—like whether they’d prefer to battle ten duck-sized horses or one horse-sized duck. -
Two Truths and a Lie
Each player shares two truthful statements and one falsehood about themselves, while others guess the lie. -
Who Am I?
Players write the name of a celebrity or historical figure on a sticky note, which is then placed on another player’s forehead. They ask yes or no questions to figure out who they are.
Exciting Party Games for Teens
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Spoons
A fast-paced and physical game that’s sure to get everyone laughing. -
Wink Assassin
Everyone sits in a circle, and one player (the assassin) secretly “kills” others with a wink. If someone is winked at, they must play dead. Detectives must figure out who the assassin is! -
Honey, If You Love Me
One player asks others to smile while trying to keep a straight face. If someone smiles, they become “it.” The game gets funnier as it progresses. -
Orange War
Players balance oranges on spoons held in their mouths, trying to knock each other’s oranges off without using their hands. -
Human Pretzel
Teens stand in a circle, holding hands with two different people. Their task is to untangle themselves without letting go. -
I Went to Camp and I Brought…
The first player says, “I went to camp and I brought…” followed by an item. Each successive player repeats the previous items and adds their own, trying not to forget any items. -
Medusa
All players bow their heads; on the count of three, they lift their heads. If two players make eye contact, they scream and fall “dead.” The last two standing win.
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In summary, these twelve indoor games are sure to keep your teens entertained and engaged, making family time or friend gatherings more enjoyable without the dreaded eye rolls.