Last Updated on August 24, 2022 by Project Party

Do you remember the games your parents would play at your kid’s birthday party? Well, children today still love those same games! In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best classic children’s party games that are sure to keep the little ones entertained. These 13 children’s party games are simple, fun, and perfect for any celebration!g

1. Musical Chairs

One of the all-time classic children’s party games is musical chairs. This game is always a hit with the kids and it’s sure to get them up and moving! To play, you will need to have one less chair than the number of children playing. The children will then walk around the chairs while music plays. When the music stops, they will need to sit down in a chair. The child who does not have a chair is then out of the game along with another chair. The game continues until there is only one child left sitting in a chair.

2. Pass-the-Parcel

Another classic children’s party game is pass-the-parcel. This game is perfect for young children and it’s sure to get them excited! To play, you will need to have a wrapped parcel. The children will then sit in a circle and pass the parcel around while music plays. When the music stops, the child who is holding the parcel will unwrap one layer. The game then continues with the music and passing of the parcel. The game ends when the final layer is unwrapped and the child who unwraps it gets to keep the prize!

Controversially, there are variations with only a single prize or prizes on each unwrap layer. What are the rules in your household?

3. Pin the Tail on the Donkey

Pin the tail on the donkey is another classic children’s party game that is sure to be a hit! To play, you will need a picture of a donkey without a tail. The children will then take turns being blindfolded and trying to pin the tail on the donkey (after a few spins, of course!). The child who gets closest to the correct spot wins the game!

4. Hot Potato

Hot potato is a classic children’s party game that is perfect for large groups. To play, you will need a small object such as a ball or potato. The children will then pass the object around while music plays. When the music stops, the child who is holding the object is out of the game. The game continues until there is only one child left. The child who is left is the winner!

5. Limbo

Limbo is a classic kid’s party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need a limbo stick. The children will then take turns going under the limbo stick while music plays. As the music gets faster, the children will need to go lower under the stick. The child who can go the lowest without touching the ground is the winner!

6. Egg and Spoon Race

The egg and spoon race is a classic children’s party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need a hard-boiled egg and a spoon for each child. The children will then line up at the start line and race to the finish while holding their eggs on the spoon. The first child to cross the finish line without dropping their egg is the winner!

7. Donut-on-a-String Eating Race

The donut-on-a-string eating race is a party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need a donut for each child and a string. The children will then put the string around their branch or similar and try to eat the donut without using their hands. The first child to eat their donut is the winner!

8. Treasure Hunt

A treasure hunt is a classic children’s party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need to hide some small objects around the house or yard. The children will then be given a list of items to find. The first child to find all of the items on the list is the winner!

Treasure hunts can be as simple or complex as you want them to be. You can hide the items in easy-to-find places, or make it more challenging by hiding them in hard-to-reach places.

9. Musical Statues

Musical statues is a classic children’s party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need some music. The children will then dance around while the music plays. When the music stops, the children will need to freeze in place like a statue. The child who moves first is out of the game. The game continues until there is only one child left. The child who is left is the winner!

Musical statues can be played with any type of music. You can even use children’s songs for a more nostalgic feel.

10. Simon Says

Simon says is a classic children’s party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need one person to be Simon. Simon will then give instructions to the other children such as “Simon says touch your nose.” The children will then need to follow the instructions if Simon says are included. If Simon does not say, then the children should not do the instruction. However, if they do the action they are out. The child who is left is the winner!

11. Piñata

A piñata is a classic children’s party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need a piñata and some candy. The children will then take turns hitting the piñata with a stick until it breaks open. Once the piñata is broken, the children can collect the candy that falls out. This was a high risk attached to it but also a high giggle factor so just be sure you supervise it closely.

12. Parachute Games

Parachute games are classic children’s party games that are perfect for any age group. To play, you will need a parachute and some balls. The children will then take turns throwing the balls into the air and trying to keep them on the parachute. The game is over when all of the balls have fallen off of the parachute.

Parachute games are a great way to get children moving and having fun. They are also a great way to teach children about cooperation and teamwork.

13. Balloon Stomp

Balloon stomp is a classic children’s party game that is perfect for any age group. To play, you will need some balloons and some string. The children will then tie the balloons to their ankles and try to stomp on other children’s balloons. The game is over when all of the balloons have been popped. The child with the most unpopped balloons is the winner!

In conclusion, these are 13 classic children’s party games that are perfect for any age group. These games are sure to be a hit at your next party! Thanks for reading!

Do you remember playing any of these classic children’s party games when you were younger? What are some of your favourite games to play at kid’s parties? Let us know in the comments below! And, as always, happy planning!