20 Festive Hanukkah Games for All Ages

What’s not to love about Hanukkah? We get eight whole nights of celebrating, presents and fun under the cozy glow of the menorah’s dancing candlelight. It’s a time when fried food isn’t merely a delicious indulgence but actually a cultural tradition — and that’s an even better reason to devour sufganiyot and latkes to your heart’s content.

Even more than food and gifts, the holiday is about gathering loved ones for making cherished memories. Keep your group engaged in the party spirit (and off their devices) by making the gathering extra fun and memorable by planning a slate of Hanukkah games. Whether you’re a multigenerational family or a group of friends, our list includes ideas that party people of all ages can get into.

How about a game of dreidel or a limbo contest for the preschoolers? Or a Hanukkah drinking game for the 21-plus crowd? If it sounds like a lot of work to put together some Hanukkah games as part of your holiday gathering, you might be overthinking it. Many of these activities require no supplies — nothing to buy, nothing to DIY and only ordinary accessories like scraps of paper and pencils. All you really need is a little inspiration and a cooperative —or even competitive! — group.