Christmas games with colleagues: 10 original ideas

Here’s our selection of 10 cheerful, easy-to-organize games to make your holiday celebration truly memorable. 

Top 10 Christmas games with colleagues 

1. A new twist on Secret Santa 

Each person draws the name of a colleague and has to give them a surprise gift, within a set budget, without revealing their identity. At the Christmas party, everyone opens their presents and tries to guess who their secret Santa was. 

2. Festive karaoke 

Set up a karaoke session with Christmas classics - French or international - for an evening full of laughter, music, and energy. 

3. Christmas team quiz 

Create a quiz around holiday traditions around the world, classic Christmas movies, or even fun company anecdotes. Teams face off in a lighthearted competition that encourages teamwork. 

4. Ugly Christmas sweater contest 

Invite everyone to come dressed in their most original holiday jumper. The group votes for the sweater that shows the most creativity and festive spirit. 

5. Christmas tree decorating 

Set up a large tree and ask participants to decorate it together with ornaments and lights. This collaborative game instantly creates a magical atmosphere. 

6. Christmas chocolate workshop 

Host a culinary workshop where colleagues make their own chocolates. Simple, hands-on, and delicious — it’s a sweet way to share the holiday spirit. 

7. Christmas music blind test 

Play short excerpts of Christmas songs and have participants guess the title or artist. A sure way to get everyone humming along! 

8. Magic tricks 

Bring in a magician to teach simple tricks with cards, scarves, or paper. A playful activity that surprises colleagues and delights guests. 

9. Gift hunt 

Hide small presents or decorations around the office or venue. Teams have a set time to find them, adding a playful challenge and a competitive edge to the party. 

10. Christmas photobooth 

Create a festive photo corner with fun props: Santa hats, reindeer noses, Christmas sweaters, or light-up decorations. Participants can pose solo or with colleagues, leaving with a souvenir snapshot of the celebration. 

Where to organize Christmas games with colleagues? 

To host your Christmas celebration, Châteauform’ offers warm, festive venues perfectly suited to your needs. Each house is decorated for the season, creating a cozy setting to gather teams, guests, and partners: 

• Château de Rochefort – 35 minutes southwest of Paris 

• Schloss Ahrenthal – near Cologne and Bonn, Germany 

• Burg Hemmersbach – close to Cologne, Germany 

• Campus Saint-Just – 40 minutes north of Paris 

• Les Jardins de Saint-Dominique – Paris 7th district, Invalides metro 

• Domaine de Guermantes – 30 minutes east of Paris and Roissy 

What games work best for a Christmas dinner? 

During a holiday dinner, activities should remain light and easy so they don’t distract too much from the meal. Great options include: 

• karaoke between courses 

• Secret Santa gift exchange 

• small team challenges 

Want more inspiration? Discover Memorable entertainment ideas to transform your corporate dinners. 

With Châteauform’, your colleagues enjoy warm, beautifully decorated venues where every Christmas celebration becomes a convivial and memorable experience. 

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