Dinner Party Games

Playing horseshoes is another great way to get everybody to participate in your party. You'll need a lawn, two stakes and of course, some horseshoes.

This is one of the easiest ways to liven up a dinner table. All you need is a pen, some strips of paper and a bit of imagination.

Caution: This game has the potential to reveal some deep dark secrets. But it also can be a really fun way to get to know one another.

This is a fun game to play in large groups, either at the dinner table, or after wards. All you need is a decent knowledge of public figures, post-its, and a sense of humor.

A fun and easy way to generate donations from your charity dinner party is to hold a silent auction.

The best part about this party is that unlike the show, the judges aren't the only ones who get to sample the dishes!

Object of the game: For guests to create something as they arrive. It may be a hat or part of a costume; perhaps they will help with a name tag, placemat, or place card, or maybe even an unfinished decoration. You can incorporate the “creation” into the program later, or give it to a favorite hospital or charity.

An exciting game to encourage mingling! No. of players: Any
Type: Pre-party contest
Supplies: Draw a large map of an imaginary island with as many different features as possible. Divide the map into small squares by inking in horizontal lines from top to bottom (number those lines) and vertical lines from left to right (give those lines letters). Make or buy small flags with pins attached (one for each guest), and write a guest's name on each one.
Formation: Casual mingling.

Get your guests really talking with this guessing game. No. of players: Any
Type: Pre-party, self contest.
Supplies:Paper and pencil; plus, guessing
Formation: Use one or more of these items set out on a table. Number each item you use and indicate whether you need the weight, number of pages, and so on.

Line dance and two step the night away!