Create index cards (numbered 1-4) with one number on each card. Invite everyone in the youth group to draw an index card from the pile. According to numbers, respective youth then will share Christmas memories ...

This game involves a frozen turkey (which can be given to the teen with highest bowling score as a prize). Set up a makeshift bowling alley. (You can find used bowling pins online for a few dollars each). An o...

Acquire a long roll of butcher paper for this game and invite each person in the youth group to create a cape (similar to Superman's cape) that each can attach to his or her back with masking tape. Once everyon...

For this game, you will need a skein of yarn. Gather your group in a circle and invite each person to hold onto the yarn, and then toss the skein to someone across the circle. Continue this holding and throwing...

This fun indoor game is perfect for a small group or retreat. You will need a stop watch (digital display works best). If your cell phone has this feature, it also can work. Here's how to play: Invite ever...

This indoor game only requires PostIt Notes—at least 100 per team. Divide the group into two teams (or more if you desire), and then give each team at least 100 PostIt Notes, ensuring the same amount f...

"High Fives" is a unique twist on the standard relay race. Form teams, with each person on the team being about 10 feet apart. The first person in line will relay a small item into the waiting hand of the ne...

For this game, you will need six tubs and 20 bean bags (two colors of 10 each). Plastic buckets also may work for this game. Create a tossing line (either with tape or sidewalk chalk), and then arrange the six ...

This intriguing back-to-school challenge makes a wonderful icebreaker (or a prize package) for your first meeting of the new school year. Purchase a backpack, fill it with various school supplies (e.g., pencils...

This game, played in a large grassy area, is perfect for large groups. First, draw two parallel lines in the grass (about 15 yards apart). Lines can be drawn with spray paint or by using a baseball diamond line...