Introduction
Many people these days are finding it difficult to entertain themselves during the holidays, because all of the excitement of Christmas has worn off. But don’t let that be you! You can still get your family, friends and seniors together for a fun time.
Christmas is a time for family get-togethers, sharing memories of the past, and of course presents. If you are hosting a party with friends or family members this year, elder games are an excellent way to ensure seniors can enjoy themselves while they do so.
12 Games For Senior Citizens Christmas Party ideas
1. Board Games
There are many board games out there that can be played by a group of people of all ages, but this article has been specifically written for seniors and games for seniors’ Christmas party ideas . You may want to play games for one or two players or you may want to play with a larger group. These games are excellent choices for a party game, because they are simple to play, can be played just about anywhere, and can easily be set up by anyone.
2. Parcheesi
This game originated in India and was brought over to the United States in the early 1900’s by an immigrant named John Parchese. The name of the game comes from the action of throwing dice in order to win a point (which is similar to a par-three hole). The object of the game is to have your team’s pieces on opposite sides of the board at opposite corners.
3. Yahtzee
This dice game originated in the 1920’s and is most popular in the UK. The object of the game is to roll four dice and get a combination that totals to 7 or more. You may only do so on a single turn, but when you continue rolling, you can choose to re-roll all three dice as many times as you wish. There are many variations of this game, which means there are hundreds of possible combinations that can win your game.
4. Cards Against Humanity
Many people have heard about this underground card game, but few have actually seen it played before. It is a popular alternative to regular playing cards and is meant to be shocking in some way. This game originated in Chicago and has been gaining popularity fast. The rules are simple; any time you can use a dirty word in any way, you can!
5. Scrabble
This popular game of words originated during the 1870’s, but it wasn’t until 1949 that the official rules were created. There are many variations on this game, such as senior scrabble party games . This game is commonly played by both children and adults alike and everybody can enjoy it. You can play this game competitively or cooperatively, depending on your needs.
6. Monopoly
This game is so popular, you may already have it at home. The object of the game is to buy up all the properties on a board until you own all of them. This can be played by a small group of people or by an entire family.
7. Uno
Many people use Uno as a type of party game, but it can also be played as a social competition between two or more individuals and involves drawing cards from a cup to deal out hands for each player (which doesn’t happen in regular play). You must follow the instructions on the card, or you must draw another card. You are even given an extra turn if you happen to be unlucky enough to land on a red ‘minus’ space (which means take two cards).
This list is in no way complete, and there are many other games that can be played during your Christmas party. You may want to try board games for seniors if it will be a busy day and there won’t be much time for sitting down and playing. If you have some personal favorites that aren’t listed here then feel free to bring them along as well.
8. Music / Karaoke
Music and karaoke are fun activities that can be enjoyed by seniors! It’s a great way to bring the family together and share in a fun activity. Make sure you follow all safety precautions when playing, though. Be sure there is someone in the room with you, so they can keep an eye on the group at all times and make sure that they aren’t drinking while they play.
9. Bingo
Bingo is a game that is easy enough for children to play, but it will still keep adults entertained as well. A bingo game can be played in the dining room, or even in the living room. It requires a large area and many people to play bingo properly, so you may want to choose a quiet space.
10. Trivia
There are many different trivia games that you can choose from, but the one that I recommend is called Clue . It is simple to play and all of the cards have only one word on them, which makes it easy for everyone to play at once. You can use this game with either adults or children, but you will have more fun with adults.
11. Paint
Paint is a fun activity for everyone; it doesn’t matter what age you are. All you need is a small space to work in and an empty wall or canvas to paint on. Most people choose to use tools or brushes, but you can also choose to finger paint instead. Finger painting is messy, but it’s also quite relaxing.
12. White Elephant Gift Exchange
This is another very popular party game that can be played at any holiday parties, including Christmas time. An easy way to set up this game is to set a number of wrapped gifts on a table in an open space (like the center of the room). Each guest is then allowed to “steal” one gift from the pile as long as they can grab it quickly before someone else takes it.
Conclusion
These party games are wonderful ways to spend time with your family, friends and even your parents during the Christmas season. If you have other ideas for fun Christmas party games then please leave a comment below. Have fun playing!