Fun Holiday Party Activities for Families - Phoenix Princess Blog

The holidays are the perfect time to sprinkle a little extra pixie dust on your gatherings; whether you’re hosting a cozy family night, a Phoenix neighborhood get-together, or your annual office party. If you’re looking for fun, interactive, and laughter-filled activities that work for kids, teens, and adults alike, we’ve put together a list of our favorite crowd-pleasers. These games are easy to set up, budget-friendly, and guaranteed to create unforgettable memories!

White Elephant Gift Exchange

A classic for a reason! White Elephant is all about choosing a wrapped gift, stealing with strategy, and watching the friendly chaos unfold. Set a theme, funny gifts, cozy gifts, or Disney gifts to personalize the fun. Don’t forget to remind everyone to keep it family-friendly!

Favorite Things Exchange

Perfect for groups who love swapping recommendations! Each guest brings multiples of a small item they adore (think beauty finds, snacks, cozy socks, candles, or craft supplies). Everyone goes home with a collection of new “favorites” and great gift ideas. This one is especially magical for moms’ groups, teens, or friend circles.

Gingerbread House Decorating

Bring out the frosting and let creativity run wild! You can set up a gingerbread house bar with candies, sprinkles, pretzels, marshmallows, and festive icing. Kids love the hands-on fun, and adults get surprisingly competitive. Make it a contest with categories like Most Magical, Snowiest Cottage, or Most Likely to Survive a Phoenix Summer.

Caroling or Christmas Karaoke

Whether your group loves strolling the neighborhood singing classics or belting out Mariah Carey in the living room, music always makes the night merrier. Create a karaoke playlist with favorites from Frozen, classic carols, and modern hits. Bonus points for costumes, props, or a “North Pole Idol”–style judging panel!

Christmas Cookie Exchange

Guests bring a dozen (or more!) of their best cookies to share. Set up cute trays, labels, and festive boxes so everyone can take home a personalized holiday cookie assortment. Add hot cocoa, mulled cider, or a milk-and-cookies bar for extra sweetness.

Saran Wrap Ball Game

This game is pure chaos in the best way! Wrap candy, small toys, gift cards, or holiday trinkets in layers of plastic wrap to form a giant ball. Players try to unwrap as fast as they can while the person next to them rolls dice to steal the turn. It’s high-energy, hilarious, and a huge hit for all ages.

Ornament Decorating or DIY Craft Station

Set up a simple craft table with clear ornaments, paint pens, glitter glue, stickers, or beads. This gives guests a calm, creative break between games. The best part; they get to take home their handmade keepsake.

Add a Touch of Magic: Book a Holiday Character!

Holiday characters bring instant excitement, especially for kids. Pixie Dusted Party performers can help lead activities, dance with the kids, and create more holiday magic!

Want help planning the perfect holiday party? Pixie Dusted Party is here to bring the sparkle, the magic, and all the festive fun your family or guests will cherish. Let’s make this season unforgettable!