12 Best Party Game Ideas for Kid’s Parties

Fun, easy and guaranteed to get everyone smiling.

A birthday party is not just about cake and presents. The games bring the laughter, the energy and those moments your child will never forget. But what games actually work for kids of different ages, and how do you make sure nobody is left sitting out?

To help, we have put together 12 of the very best non-elimination, high-energy party games that are easy to set up, fun to play and perfect for groups of children.

1. Musical Statues (with a Twist)

Kids love to dance and freeze, but instead of “knocking out” the first person to wobble, keep everyone in by giving silly challenges such as hopping on one foot or dancing with your arms in the air. That way nobody is left out and the fun continues.

2. Parachute Games

From “Cat and Mouse” to “Popcorn” with soft balls, parachutes are brilliant for group play and teamwork. Everyone is involved the whole time and it works brilliantly indoors or outdoors.

3. The Bean Bag Toss

Line up buckets, hoops or even empty boxes and give each child a bean bag to throw. Add challenges such as longer distances or different throwing styles to keep it interesting.

4. Balloon Keepy-Uppy

A party classic. Give the kids balloons and challenge them to keep them in the air without letting them touch the ground. For bigger groups, add multiple balloons at once and watch the chaos unfold (the good kind).

5. Pass the Crown

Like pass the parcel, but instead of unwrapping layers, kids pass around a silly crown or hat. When the music stops, the child wearing it does a funny action such as roaring like a lion, spinning around or singing a song. Everyone stays involved and nobody is out.

6. Treasure Hunt

Hide themed clues or small prizes around the room or garden and let the children work together to find them. For older kids, you can turn it into a team challenge with riddles and maps.

7. Animal Actions

Call out an animal and have the kids copy the movements such as hopping like a rabbit, waddling like a penguin or stomping like an elephant. Add a speed challenge for extra laughs.

8. Balloon Relay Races

Divide the children into teams. Each has to run to a marker and back while keeping a balloon between their knees or under their chin. Hilarious to watch and brilliant for group play.

9. The Box of Challenges

Fill a box with slips of paper containing funny dares or challenges such as singing Happy Birthday in a silly voice or pretending to be a robot. Kids take turns pulling out a challenge and completing it. A great icebreaker.

10. Rainbow Corners

Label four corners of the room with colours or shapes. Play music, then stop and call out a colour. All the kids run to that corner. Instead of elimination, mix it up by giving that group a mini challenge to do.

11. Sing-Off Circle

Put on popular kids’ songs and give the kids a toy microphone. Each child sings a line, then passes it along. Everyone gets a turn and it is guaranteed to end in giggles.

12. The Ultimate Party Quiz

Split the kids into teams and ask silly, age-appropriate questions such as “What colour is SpongeBob?” or “What noise does a cow make?” Keep it quickfire and lighthearted so everyone can shout out answers.

Why Games Matter at Parties

Games are not just time-fillers. They:

• Break the ice between children who do not know each other

• Keep kids engaged and focused

• Prevent boredom and chaos

• Make sure everyone feels included

Running games while also managing food, music and guests can be overwhelming. That is why so many parents bring in Non Stop Kids Entertainment. We take over, keep the kids engaged and make sure every game is full of fun, laughter and energy.