Christmas is a time to express joy, love and spread some cheer! We all want to throw a party that creates lasting memories for years to come. This year don’t stress over everything being perfect, no one really cares, they just want to have a good time with good friends and family. This year, keep things lighthearted with these easy and enjoyable holiday themed party games that can be fun for any age.
1. Two Truths and a Lie: Holiday Edition
This one is easy because all you just need guests and their imagination.
How to Play:
Each guest share two holiday-related truths and one lie about themselves.
The group guesses which is the lie.
Flawless(ish) Twist:
Make it more festive by focusing on childhood holiday traditions or funniest holiday fails.
2. Holiday “Would You Rather”
What you’ll need:
A list of fun “Would You Rather” questions or have each guest come up with a few questions to put in the hat.
How to Play:
Go around the room and have each guest answer holiday-themed questions like:
“Would you rather only eat fruitcake or only drink eggnog for a week?”
“Would you rather spend Christmas at the beach or in a cabin in the snow?”
“Would you rather watch “Diehard” or “Four Christmases”?
“Would you rather go ice skating or build a snowman?”
“Would you rather make Christmas dinner or order take-out?”
“Would you rather a peppermint mocha or a gingerbread latte?”
“Would you rather get one big gift or a bunch of smaller gifts?”
“Would you rather open gifts Christmas Eve or Christmas day?”
“Would you rather wear Christmas pajamas or an ugly Christmas sweater?”
“Would you rather write holiday cards or wrap Christmas gifts?”
“Would you rather do all of the holiday baking or the decorating?”
“Would you rather give up having a Christmas tree or Christmas cookies?”
“Would you rather know what all of your gifts are or be surprised?”
“Would you rather give all of the gifts or receive all of the gifts?”
“Would you rather spend the day with Buddy the Elf or Clark Griswald?”
3. Christmas Movie Trivia
Here’s how to set up a Christmas Movie Trivia Game for your holiday party:
Christmas Movie Trivia Setup
1. Prepare Questions:
• Use the sample questions below or create your own based on classic and popular holiday films.
• Mix easy, medium, and difficult questions to keep it fun for everyone.
2. Materials Needed:
• A list of trivia questions and answers (digital or printed).
• Small prizes (optional) for the winning team or individuals.
3. How to Play:
• Split guests into teams (or let them play individually).
• Read each question aloud and have guests write down their answers or shout them out.
• Keep track of scores for each correct answer.
4. Flawless(ish) Twist:
• Add bonus points for guests who sing a line from the movie’s song or quote the character.
Trivia Questions
Easy Level
1. What’s the name of the boy left behind in Home Alone?
• Answer: Kevin McCallister
2. In Elf, what’s Buddy’s favorite food group?
• Answer: Candy (and candy-related foods)
3. What’s the name of the Grinch’s dog in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
• Answer: Max
4. In The Polar Express, what is the first gift of Christmas?
• Answer: A bell from Santa’s sleigh
5. Who plays the title role in The Santa Clause?
• Answer: Tim Allen
Medium Level
6. What does Clark Griswold want to buy with his Christmas bonus in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?
• Answer: A swimming pool
7. What drink does the train conductor serve in The Polar Express?
• Answer: Hot chocolate
8. In It’s a Wonderful Life, what happens every time a bell rings?
• Answer: An angel gets its wings
9. What holiday does the character Jack Skellington try to take over in The Nightmare Before Christmas?
• Answer: Christmas
10. In Love Actually, who performs the song “Christmas Is All Around”?
• Answer: Billy Mack
Difficult Level
11. In A Christmas Story, what gift does Ralphie desperately want?
• Answer: A Red Ryder BB gun
12. What department store does Kris Kringle work at in the original Miracle on 34th Street?
• Answer: Macy’s
13. In Die Hard, which building is taken over by terrorists?
• Answer: Nakatomi Plaza
14. What does Frosty the Snowman say when he first comes to life?
• Answer: “Happy Birthday!”
15. What is the name of the villain in The Muppet Christmas Carol?
• Answer: Ebenezer Scrooge
Add Some Fun Variations
• Speed Round: Award double points for the team that answers first.
• Act It Out: Have teams act out a scene to earn bonus points for creativity.
• Festive Rewards: Prizes like ornaments, candy canes, or “re-gifted” items.
Flawless(ish) Over 50 
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