8 ways to have a fun-filled games night in
Settle in for a cosy, playful evening. Cooler weather calls for cosy evenings spent indoors with the family, enjoying fun activities together. From watching sports on TV to making your own games and game-day nibbles, here are 8 ways to have the most memorable and playful Big Night In yet.
01
Get comfortable
The best part about spending the night in is that you can don your daggiest outfit and opt for comfort over style. Whether it’s a matching pyjama set or fluffy onesie, make sure you’re rugged up and ready to go.
02
Try make-up makeovers
Dress-ups are always a fun way to bring the family together. Instead of getting out of your cosy pyjamas, why not try a make-up makeover? Give the kids creative licence and let the laughs ensue. Try not to look in the mirror during the makeover so it’s a surprise at the end!
03
Play board games
Pull out the family's favourite board games and bring your competitive spirit to a fun night in. From classics to more modern options, board games are sure to keep the whole family entertained for hours. Bite-sized snacks are a must-have while you play. Try making a tray of chicken taquitos for something the family can munch on.
04
Act out movie scenes
Challenge your little performers to act out scenes from their favourite films and have the rest of the family guess the correct film. Encourage the kids to use costumes to help bring movie scenes to life. If the littlies are too young, play the game in teams instead.
Take your movie game to the next level by combining it with a magical movie night. Make movie snacks of popcorn three ways to top off the evening.
05
Share stories & get crafty
A games night is the perfect occasion for storytelling. Take turns making up a story and sharing it with the group. Get the kids to draw pictures and use props to bring the story to life.
06
Create a pillow fort
No sleepover is complete without a good, old-fashioned pillow fort. Make sure the pillows are extra soft and create rules to ensure everyone is safe while having fun. No climbing!
07
Do a blind taste testing
Make some snacks, blindfold each other and play the taste-testing game. Hint: choose snacks with a range of textures and tastes. Try sweet snacks such as sticky date puddings, a nutritionally-approved lemon and blueberry mug cake, crispy potato fritters, cold and creamy banana ice cream or cheesy popcorn with veg.
08
Watch the game with homemade snacks
Winter is packed with sporting games and watching the big game of your favourite team at home is a great family-bonding activity. Dress in your team colours and make a delicious spread of mighty morsels so you have plenty of bites to choose from.
Go for food that’s easy to eat with your hands and bite-sized so you can concentrate on the game. Lasagna bites, nutritionally-approved cheesy pasta bites, banana, oat and sesame balls, cajun chicken wings and crackling pork belly banh mi will all satisfy game-night cravings.