The Sweet 16 party is a much-loved and time-honored tradition that marks a milestone in the transition from youth to adulthood. These parties are often one of the biggest any child will have. And they can range from a backyard barbeque to renting a hall with full ballgowns. The most important part of planning is that it fits the personality and preferences of the guest of honor. And this sweet 16 party game is sure to add to the fun.
Fun Sweet 16 Party Games
16 Questions
Ask 16 questions and get the best answers. You can create a list and have guests fill it out and bring it to the party. Alternatively, visitors submit online for easy and quick results. Then compile the results. You can leave it anonymous or include their names, and your birthday celebrant always has a list of what people think they like, what was the best song or band of the year, the best TV show, and what trends and topics are popular. in school and community. These memories can give them a smile in their old age.
Bingo
Make a bingo game, with facts about it instead of numbers, and play as normal. For added fun have some prizes for the winners but make the prizes your birthday person’s favorite. Their favorite candy can be a question and a prize as well.
Lip Sync
Hold your own lip sync battle for a great way to add a high energy and engaging game. Send people their own favorite song or pick one of the best songs of the year. Or even add a little adventure by having them perform the top songs of the year 16 years ago. You can include pictures or words and use the finished cards to decorate the rest of the party.
Do you want?
Playing Would You Rather is a great way to get people to interact with each other. Plus, it helps everyone learn something new about the people they hang out with. Each person can choose between two things and say which they would rather do. For an added twist, make pairs or groups and have them answer each other, then see if they get it right. This game is sure to open up new conversations and help everyone see how others see the world and how opinions and experiences differ even among close friends.
Danger
Jeopardy, or a version of the Friends game, is a fun way to see how much people know. You can make the questions specific to the group of friends, the school, the year, the year they were born, or about the birthday person. It is sure to bring laughter and attracts all the guests.
guess who
Have everyone contribute a list of people and put the names in a bowl. Each person takes a name from the bowl and offers clues as to who it is, while the guests try and guess whose name is on the paper. It can be played in many different ways, with famous people, people you know, places in the city or town you live in, or even school classrooms. With so many options, this game can take center stage while playing it, and people will enjoy the fun feeling of friendly competition. Prizes can be awarded in the form of candy bags, first choice for a piece of cake or cupcake, or even the choice of music for the next round.
Who Knows You Best
All friends have different aspects of their lives and things they do or enjoy. But if you are having a small group of friends or a party with just family this game can be a fun way to show your appreciation and love for your birthday star. Questions can be about birthdays, or even past birthdays, what was their favorite party of all time, what was the name of their childhood stuffed animal, what other schools did they attend, and even their best school subjects and their favorite classes. There are almost endless questions so anything that might be embarrassing or share secrets can be avoided for a lighthearted and enjoyable game.
Karaoke with a Twist
If you have a group of outgoing people who are willing to try anything fun, you can have a round of karaoke. This is a popular activity, so add a twist to keep it on topic and the focus of the birthday celebration. Limit songs to the most popular, their favorite, the top song for each year for each of the last 16 years, or any other theme. Cheer on everyone and enjoy the laughter and bonding that is sure to follow.
Truth or dare
Truth or Dare is a traditional game for sleep overs and gatherings of friends, but for the party set additional rules. Dares can be listed to select and limit the questions that can be asked, maybe make up facts about a light topic, or about the birthday guest of honor, and the dares should be something silly and fun and light
How to Choose Sweet 16 Party Games
When planning a party for someone special to you, you’ll want to make sure the party suits them and their personality, and it’s something they’ll enjoy. This can be more difficult because you will have to put your preferences aside and focus on them, but just like you choose their favorite music for the soundtrack, find the games they like the most. If they are fans of quiz games rather than using quiz games, if they want to play truth or dare you can play that or change it to Jeopardy or Gusto Mo.
Sweet 16 Party Games Final Notes
For each game you choose, leave some free time for guests to snack, interact, and chat. If the party needs a boost add a new game that doesn’t require a lot of advance planning, or keep one ready to go as a party saver just in case.
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About the Author
Jane Sheriff is the founder, creative director, party planner and mother of three. She started Darling Celebrations in 2012 to share easy and beautiful ideas for celebrating life’s special events.
