Growing up, my family and I played games almost every night after dinner. There are countless Monopoly marathons, Uno races that rival competitive sports, and quite a few domino games that include “friendly betting.” Admittedly, I need one long Before I eagerly jump back into the madness of game night to take a break, as an adult I’m happy to keep this tradition alive. To help you do that, I’ve rounded up my favorite nighttime games guaranteed to keep you laughing late into the night. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
Best Game Night Games
Before you scroll through, here are some tips to help you transform game night from a mandatory commitment to something everyone will look forward to. I love cooking a special but stress-free meal (or throwing together a variety of appetizers), opening a bottle of wine, and setting the scene with a curated playlist that has something for everyone.
Isn’t it for competition? Don’t worry. While you’ll definitely find me “actively” involved in all of the games below, when you get right down to it, I’m happy to be surrounded by my favorite people without a screen between us. Of course, we certainly don’t need excuses to make this happen. If we’ve learned anything from the past two years (and my goodness have we learned a lot), it’s this: coming together, making connections, and giving your presence alone is enough.
But that being said, after the greetings and hugs, it’s always good to do an activity or two to help further the fun. Whether you’re a strategy-focused player or someone who likes to push your luck, you can take your pick from all of the best night games below.
