As the days continue to move towards the chillier seasons, it can become more difficult to plan out exciting and new group activities that involve keeping things indoors. There are plenty of ways to keep things fun and interesting for weekend get-togethers even when outdoor activities are off limits. To help embrace the colder months, take a glance at the list of fun group activity suggestions offered below.
Play a Board Game
Bust out some of the popular traditional board games and get your game on. To mix things up a bit, you can do alcohol variants that find players taking drinks in addition to making payments if they land on owned property squares or are subjected to different game penalties. For groups that want something more in-depth, you can pull out strategy games like the Rise of Tribes board game. Strategy games offer players an opportunity to dig their teeth into a longer game campaign while upping the competitive stakes.
Have a Bad Movie Marathon
Break out all of the classic films that have earned top ratings when it comes to the worst of the worst. Depending on the time of month, you can pick bad films that stick to particular themes, such as bad scary flicks when it gets close to Halloween or awkward family holiday movies for December. Watch a little bit of Mystery Science Theater 3000 to help set the mood for the night.
Get Crafty and Play with Art
Set up an adult-friendly arts and crafts night complete with snacks and liquor. Have your friends paint along to a tutorial that’s displayed on a big screen while offering wine to help set the atmosphere. For groups that want something a little different than the standard wine and paint night, consider setting up a tie-dye station so that your friends can create their own tie-dye clothing.
Get Back Into Charades and Pictionary
Jump back into fun with some of the classic party games like charades and Pictionary. You can set up specific themes for the night by having a friend or family member who isn’t attending select topics that fit into a certain subject. Make sure there are plenty of options available to keep the night rolling.
Get to Know Each Other Through Games
Party goers will have a great opportunity to get to know each other by engaging in popular party games such as “Two Truths and a Lie” and “Never Have I Ever.” This is an excellent idea for larger groups, particularly ones that consist of those who haven’t had the chance to get to know each other. Consider busting this game out earlier on in the evening to act as an icebreaker for mixed groups.
Throw a Viewing Party
Throw a viewing party for popular shows on their season premiere nights. If you already have subscriptions to popular television streaming services, you may be the ideal host for when the newest episode drops. Make sure to stock the fridge with plenty of beverages and provide on-theme finger foods for the night.
By using the tips listed above, you can keep having fun with your group all throughout the year.