Novelty Party Games for Kids

Treasure Hunt

• A treasure hunt is an exciting novelty party game that enables children to locate hidden toys, candies and prizes that are placed around the house or in the yard. Start by creating a treasure map, identifying the first clue. Once the kids find the first clue, they can find more and more clues leading them to the treasures. You can find the prizes for the treasure hunt at any party supply store or novelty shop.

Pin the Tail on the Donkey

• Pin the Tail on the Donkey is a traditional novelty party game that involves hanging up a poster of a tail-less donkey, then blindfolding a party guest. The guest is spun around three times while holding onto a tail with a pin in it. Once they are spun, they have to try to pin the tail onto the donkey picture where it is supposed to go. You can find a full Pin the Tail on the Donkey set at any toy or party supply store.

Lawn Golf

• Lawn golf is a perfect novelty party game for children who love to compete, and can be set up on any lawn or park. Lawn golf can be arranged in a similar fashion as crochet, or you can actually dig small holes into your yard in which the balls can be aimed. Each child will have one golf ball and a golf club, and will try to hit the ball under the crochet hoops or inside the holes. You can find miniature golf clubs and gold balls at any sporting goods or party supply store.