15 Friendsgiving Game Ideas for Every Vibe: Chill, Chaotic, or Crafty -

Friendsgiving is all about chosen family, comfort food, and that unmistakable “how has it already been five hours?” vibe. And while the feast gets a lot of the attention (hello, seven types of mac and cheese), the fun doesn’t stop at the table. Enter: Friendsgiving games: your secret ingredient for laughs, bonding, and the kind of inside jokes that become annual lore, right up there with Aunt Michelle’s cranberry “surprise.”

Whether your crew is competitive, creative, chaotic, or chill, these Friendsgiving game ideas are designed to spark connection and keep the good vibes flowing—no glitter crafts or complicated setups required.

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Quick & easy icebreakers

1. The gratitude game

Set a tone of reflection without turning it into group therapy.

How to play: Pass around a bowl filled with prompt cards like:

“Something I’m grateful for that surprised me”
“A moment I didn’t know I needed this year”
“The weirdest small joy I’ve had this month”

Keep it low-pressure—people can answer out loud or just draw and pass.

Why it works: It keeps things meaningful and light, and it gives quieter guests a natural way to join the conversation.

2. Friendsgiving bingo

Skip the awkward intros and dive straight into the fun.

How to play: Create a Friendsgiving-themed bingo card with squares like:

Brought a homemade dish
Loves cranberry sauce
Is already in stretchy pants
Said ‘pass the pie’ unironically
Took a picture of the food
Helped set the table
Went back for seconds

First one to five-in-a-row wins bragging rights (or a second helping of dessert).

Make it festive: You can DIY cards or use a bingo generator online. Laminate them to reuse next year!

Looking for dish inspo to fill out your bingo card? From cocktails to casseroles, explore our favorite Friendsgiving menu ideas to make every square (and plate) a winner.

3. The buzzword sticker game

Looking for a Friendsgiving icebreaker that gets people talking and laughing? This simple sticker game delivers.

How to play: Before guests arrive, prep some “Hello, my name is” stickers with a single buzzword on each—words they’re not allowed to see. As each guest enters, stick one word on their back.

Throughout the night, the goal is to get someone to say the word on their own sticker without them realizing it. The moment they say it, the person who played them takes their sticker. Play until everyone’s caught or the stickers run out!

Word ideas:

Thanksgiving-themed: gravy boat, mashed, stretchy pants, leftovers, nap
Pop culture: rizz, microplastics, SZA, renaissance
Inside jokes: IYKYK

Why it works: It’s a stealthy, sneaky icebreaker that works especially well for groups where not everyone knows each other. By the end of the night, nobody remembers who won—just that someone tried to casually bring up “microplastics.”

Interactive Friendsgiving games for groups

Four friends playing an interactive Friendsgiving game with controllers on the couch — Source: Pexels / Ron Lach

4. Jackbox games on TV

If your crowd skews playful, silly, or a little competitive (or just wants to sit down after stuffing themselves), Jackbox is a Friendsgiving game ideas win.

How it works: You launch a Jackbox Party Pack on your TV or laptop. Everyone plays using their own phone as a controller, so there’s no need to share remotes or pass anything around. Games range from trivia and drawing to bluffing and meme-making, and most only take about 15 minutes to play.

What makes it a great game for Friendsgiving:

No downloads required for guests
Easy to learn, low commitment
Great for mixed age groups
Works for watchers and players alike
Gets loud (in the best way—expect scream-laughs over cursed turkey drawings)

All-ages-friendly picks (be sure to enable the family-friendly filter):

Quiplash (like Apples to Apples meets improv)
Drawful (terrible drawings + hilarious guesses)
Fibbage (truth-or-lie trivia)

Pro tip: Pick one or two games ahead of time so you’re not scrolling through options at the party.

Quick note for less tech-savvy guests

Even though Jackbox is beginner-friendly, using phones as controllers can still feel intimidating for some guests, especially older adults or those less familiar with digital games. A little guidance goes a long way! Consider pairing up guests to play together or walking through the first round as a group. The goal is laughter, not leaderboard domination.

5. Post-pie trivia showdown

It’s not Thanksgiving-adjacent unless someone’s arguing about facts.

How to play: Create a trivia game with a mix of categories:

Fall pop culture
Guest-specific fun facts
Food-themed questions
“Name That Thanksgiving Movie” (spoiler: there are like…two)

Use a projector, a game app, or just index cards and a host with pizzazz.

Level up: Split into teams and award points for both correct answers and clever wrong ones.

6. The “Who Brought It?” dish detective game

Bring the chaos in the form of casserole-based mystery.

How to play: Guests bring a dish anonymously (cover it with foil, use generic containers). After the meal, everyone guesses who made what. The winner gets a tiny trophy or a leftover stash.

Why it rules: It’s hilarious, delicious, and turns a potluck into a full-on guessing game. Bonus points if someone accidentally roasts their own dish.

Want to reward the winners (or the most chaotic casseroles)? Check out our favorite Friendsgiving gift and party favor ideas—perfect for adding a thoughtful touch to the fun.

Active & creative Friendsgiving games

Three friends doing Friendsgiving crafts at a table in a Peerspace venue — Source: Peerspace

7. Turkey transformation showdown

It’s arts and crafts meets chaos, and it’s an oh so fun Friendsgiving game idea.

How to play: Divide into small teams. Each team selects one brave “turkey” (aka a friend willing to be decorated). Set up a bin full of craft supplies: construction paper, feathers, streamers, pipe cleaners, string, tape, scissors.

Once the timer starts (10 minutes is perfect), teams race to the supply pile and start transforming their turkey into the most fabulous, feathered friend imaginable. Judges vote on categories like:

Most Festive
Most Creative Use of Pipe Cleaners
Most Likely to Be Eaten First

Why it works: It’s silly, spirited, and gives everyone a role—crafters, models, and chaotic energy generators alike. Plus, it makes for excellent photo ops.

Want to dress for the occasion, whether or not you end up as the turkey? Get inspired with our Friendsgiving outfit ideas, from cozy-chic to camera-ready (pipe cleaners optional).

8. The chaos relay (for outdoor spaces)

For crews who need to move post-turkey or when you’ve got a yard, rooftop, or community space.

How to play: Design a silly relay with challenges like:

Cornbread stacking
Cranberry spoon races
Speed napkin folding
“Find the one burnt marshmallow” scavenger hunt

Why it’s perfect: High energy, low prep, and perfect for mixed ages and friend groups.

Need a little more room to let the chaos fly? Explore a backyard, rooftop, or community Friendsgiving venue on Peerspace and turn your Friendsgiving games into a full-blown event.

Low-key Friendsgiving activities for chill vibes

Don’t sleep on the classics

Not every Friendsgiving activity needs to be planned, orchestrated, or involve pipe cleaners. Sometimes, the best move is pulling out a familiar favorite.

Four friends playing Friendsgiving games: Jenga and Uno on the ground — Source: Pexels / Yan Krukau

Games like Uno, Left Right Center (LRC), Gin Rummy, Phase 10, Dominoes, Jenga and Telestrations are easy to grab off the shelf, low-stakes, and welcoming for all ages. Guests can drop in and out as the night flows, and there’s something comforting about knowing the rules already.

Background entertainment that sparks conversation

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Stream it in the background while guests arrive. Make it engaging with unofficial “Parade Bingo” cards (giant balloon mishap, celebrity lip-syncing, confused child on a float).

The National Dog Show: Right after the parade, roll straight into the National Dog Show. Guests can vote on their favorites, argue over the best names, or just let it play quietly while everyone starts snacking.

Why it works: Zero effort required, nostalgic, and great for all generations.

Quiet creative activities

Turkey Handprint Placemats: Set up a corner with finger paint, brushes, and oversized paper. Everyone makes a turkey handprint, writes their name, and adds a little message. Laminate them afterward as keepsake placemats for next year.

Community Coloring Table: Cover your table or a side table in a giant color-it-yourself paper tablecloth. Put out markers and let guests color throughout the meal. It’s quiet, collaborative, and surprisingly fun for all ages.

Bonus Friendsgiving game ideas

Foodie face-off: A tasting game

Perfect for the culinary crowd, or your one friend who insists they have a “refined palate.”

How to play: Blindfold guests and have them taste-test fall-themed snacks (pumpkin spice everything, store-bought pies, flavored popcorns). Have them guess the flavor, brand, or ranking.

Pro tip: Keep it small (4–6 bites max) and build in a scorecard. Bonus laughs for the overly dramatic reviews.

Cracker surprise (with a twist)

Want something festive and easy that doubles as Friendsgiving decor and an activity? Try stuffing English party crackers with a lottery ticket inside.

You can DIY your own crackers or buy premade ones and gently open the ends to slip in a scratch-off ticket. When guests pop them open at the table, it’s a small moment of fun—and someone might even win big.

Friendsgiving superlatives

A sweet way to wrap up the night.

How to play: Hand out “awards” like:

Most Likely to Refill the Gravy Boat
Best Pie-to-Plate Ratio
Most Chaotic Plate Assembly
First to Change into Comfies

Print certificates, hand out tiny trophies, or just toast each other with cider.

Why it’s lovely: It ends the night with laughs and appreciation and gives your guests something to remember.

Hosting tips for the best Friendsgiving game night

Three friends playing cards in a living room — Source: Pexels / Kevin Malik

Mix it up: Pick 1–2 games that match your group’s energy level. You don’t need to play everything.
Keep it optional: Let people observe, join late, or tap out—this is Friendsgiving, not game show bootcamp.
Set the vibe: Use music, lighting, and comfy seating to keep the energy cozy and low-stress.
Have small prizes: A scented candle, a leftover pack, or a silly trophy make the competition just spicy enough.

Hosting at home but short on space? A Peerspace rental can make game night easier to pull off—think open floor plans, cozy lounges, backyards, and rec rooms made for mingling. Find the best Friendsgiving spaces for an epic game night and make this year the most joyful yet.

Full bellies, full hearts, and a few wild rounds of Uno

Friendsgiving games are more than just entertainment—they’re a way to celebrate your crew, spark connection, and create stories that’ll be retold for years (like that time someone flipped the pie table mid-Pictionary). So whether you’re hosting a full-on tournament or just need a few laughs between courses, the right games will turn your gathering into a memory-maker.

Let the pie be flaky, the vibes be strong, and the game night be slightly unhinged. You’ve got this.

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