Team Games for Fun

Indoor Fun

• There's nothing like a good game to get a party going. Games act as ice breakers and are a great way to get acquainted with new people. Board games have been igniting lively conversations and competitions for decades. Depending on your target audience, there's a wealth of games to choose from. If you've got a group of married couples, try Battle of the Sexes. It's a game that pits the men against the women with common-knowledge questions. Do you have a group of artists? Perhaps Pictionary would be a good choice. Both games involve teamwork and can be played in about an hour.

  If you've got younger party guests, Pictionary Jr. is a good choice. When you're looking for a game for all ages to play, the classic game show Family Feud has a board game version that's fun for everyone.

  Board games are great for smaller groups of people. But what if you're entertaining a larger group? Charades is a fun game that can be played with groups of four to however many can fit in your living room.

Outdoor Adventures

• If your party is outdoors, there are plenty of game choices to keep everyone having fun. For large groups, organize a scavenger hunt. You can search for items around the house, neighborhood or city, depending on how challenging you want the game to be. Up for more physical activity? You can arrange teams for sport competitions like horseshoes and flag football. With enough available space, you may want to set up an obstacle course. Make it memorable by including events like potato sack races, tug-of-war and egg-tossing challenges.

  If you're searching for less physical options, take an indoor board game outside for fun and fresh air. This is a great option for individuals who are not physically able to play outdoor games but want to be included in the fun.

  For children, outdoor game choices are abundant. There are several classics like tag, kick the can and hopscotch. You can also set up obstacle courses for the kids or, if appropriate, have them join in on the events created for the older crowd.