5 Vibe-Checked Diwali Games That Will Slay Your House Party

Are you hosting a Diwali party and confused about what games to include in your list that do not bore your guests? There are a number of games available on the internet, choosing the one suitable as per the age group of your party members, preferences, and its capability to engage the guests is a difficult decision that you need to make. 

5 Fun Diwali Party Games You Should Try

Below are some of the best and vibe-checked games like cards, Never Have I Ever, dumb charades, and many more that will just slay your Diwaliparty.

1. The OG Poker Card Game

Poker Game for Diwali Party (Image:Magnific)

Do you love playing cards at your house parties? Then Poker is the perfect pick to be a part of your Diwali party games. To make sure that it is a fun game, you can use dry fruits, mithai pieces, or plain chips as tokens, and give every player the same number to start instead of money.

Since many of the participants often tend to forget which is the larger card hand, it is better to have a small cheat sheet on the table that indicates what hands include pairs, two pairs, straight, flush, and more.

In addition, set a time limit of around 45 minutes for the game and give away a little prize to the participant who ends up with the maximum number of tokens.

2. Never Have I Ever

Play Never Have I Ever at your Diwali party (Image:Instagram)

In recent times, this Never Have I Ever game has become an ideal icebreaker to instantly elevate the mood. Play it at your Diwali get-together and watch everyone bond over secrets.

How To Play?

Take turns and say something you have never done, such as "Never have I ever slept during Lakshmi Puja” and those who have done it, drop a finger down or drink something. You can also buy this game and pull out a card which has a statement. The last person with the most number of fingers or the least amount of drink wins

3. Dumb Charades

Test your movie knowledge with Dumb Charades (Image:X)

This is one of the oldest and simplest games ever to play and already popular in house parties.

How To Play?

Get divided into two teams. One player from one team will act out a word/phrase. The other team will guess the movie.

Use festive words written on slips, such as "Lakshmi Puja," "Rangoli," "Gulab Jamun," "Ram-Sita," and "Anaar." You can also include the names of some movies from Bollywood or song names, which will be more fun.

4. Antakshari

Test your song knowledge with Antakshari (Image:Instagram)

If by the end of your party you want everyone to leave with a big smile and happy memories, then Antakshari is the perfect way to end the night. Divide your guests into two teams and sing the songs as per the alphabet.

To make it interesting and more challenging, you can set a timer of 10 seconds for each song of the team. 

5. Guess And Grab

Guess and Grab (Image:Instagram)

For Gen Z who always want to do something unique and play games that include the highest level of fun, this Guess and Grab game is perfect.

How To Play?

You have to be more attentive than your opponent so you can think of the item faster. In this game, you have to put different festive items on the centre table, like a diya, a small mithai box, a marigold flower, a bangle, a small gift, etc., and put everyone’s name on a chit. Then pick up two chits and make them opponents. Now play a song, and the contestants will have to guess the object associated with the song, and the person who guesses first will win.

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Good to know: These timings are rough and just an idea. The actual timings will depend on the number of people you have in your party and your preference.

Key Takeaways

To make your Diwali party a grand success, the most important aspect is choosing the right games to go with it. Whether it is thrilling Poker cards, Never Have I Ever, or classic Dumb Charades, Antakshari, these indoor Diwali games are just what you need. 

FAQs

What are some traditional Diwali games that can be modernised?

Games such as Teen Patti, Poker, Antakshari, and Dumb Charades, which are popular during the Diwali festival and can be easily transformed into a modern form for the party. Instead of money or dry fruits or sweets can be used as tokens, and some Diwali related words and songs can be added along with a timer and prizes.

How can I entertain both kids and adults with Diwali games?

There are some fun games that are sure to amuse both the children and the adults, such as Dumb Charades, Antakshari, and Guess and Grab. You can divide your guests into teams that include both kids and adults, use simple chits that are somewhat related to Diwali, set a time limit, and offer some prizes.

What are some low-cost or DIY Diwali game ideas?

Games for Diwali on a budget are easy to make from readily available materials. Some examples include using diyas, marigold flower heads, mithai boxes, and written chits for games such as Guess and Grab and Dumb Charades. Dry fruit can be used as markers for card games, while festive lines can be written for Never Have I Ever games.

How do I ensure fair play and manage competition in Diwali games?

Here are some guidelines to make your Diwali party games enjoyable and fun for everyone by providing fair play. You can use a simple cheat sheet while playing card games: put an equal number of guests per team and use a timer to limit the time for each turn.