Growing up, my family and I used to play games almost every night after dinner. There are countless Monopoly marathons, Uno matches against competitive sports and more than a few dominoes including ‘friendly bets’. And while I have to admit, I need a Long rest before I can eagerly get back to the frantic game of the night, as an adult I’m happy to keep traditional walking. To help you do the same, I’ve rounded up my favorite nighttime games that are guaranteed to keep you laughing all night long. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
Before you skim through, here are some tips for turning game night from a must-have commitment into something everyone will look forward to. I like to do something special but stress free meal (or a set of a series of appetizer), opened a bottle of wine and set the scene with a curated playlists there’s something for everyone.
Not one to compete? Do not worry. While you can certainly catch me *actively* participating in all of the games below, when you get started, I’m simply happy to be surrounded by my favorite people. none of us have any screens. And, of course, we certainly don’t need a reason for that to happen. If we’ve learned anything over the past two years (and my goodness, we’ve certainly learned a lot), it’s this: Come together, connect, and dedicate your presence is always enough.
But that being said, after the greetings and hugs are given, it’s a good idea to organize an activity or two that will add to the fun. Whether you’re a strategy-minded player or someone who likes to rely on their luck, you’ll have your pick of all the best nighttime games below.
So without further ado, here is the ultimate list of the best night games that will keep everyone playing and prepare for some healthy competition.
This post was originally published on April 19, 2019 and has since been updated.
