Hey there! If you’re planning a youth group event and stressing about keeping everyone entertained indoors, don’t worry—I’ve got your back!
Whether it’s raining, snowing, or just too cold to be outside, these indoor youth group games will keep the teens laughing, moving, and bonding.
These games work for all kinds of settings: church groups, family gatherings, or even school events.
Let’s dive into some fun ideas that are perfect for both big groups and small groups.
Why Youth Group Games Matter
Before we get into the fun stuff, let’s talk about why these games are so awesome.
Beyond just having a blast, these activities help teens build confidence, develop communication skills, and bond with each other.
Whether it’s a team-building game or a chance to spark creativity, every game has a purpose.
Plus, I’ve seen firsthand how games can transform a group.
Shy kids start opening up. Teens who think they have “nothing in common” suddenly connect over a shared laugh or a goofy moment. It’s magic!
Indoor Youth Group Games for Church
Church youth groups provide a fantastic space for teens to bond, grow, and have fun.
With these indoor games, you can help your group develop important life skills while also fostering spiritual growth.
1. Bible Trivia Challenge
Test the teens’ knowledge of Bible stories in this fun and educational competition!
2. Christian Charades
Use Bible stories, characters, or events to create charades prompts.
This helps teens learn more about the Bible while also improving their communication skills.
3. Faith-Based Scavenger Hunt
Create a scavenger hunt with clues based on Bible verses or church history.
It’s a great way for teens to engage in problem-solving activities and learn more about their faith.
4. Lock-In Games for Youth
Perfect for a church lock-in, these games are designed to keep teens active and engaged all night.
Think team-building activities, prayer circles, and fun challenges to spark creativity.
5. Bible Verse Puzzle Race
Prepare Bible verse puzzles that teens must race to solve.
It’s a fun and competitive way to reinforce scripture memorization!
Indoor Youth Group Team-Building Games
Team-building games are a wonderful way to promote cooperation and trust among teens.
These activities encourage communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
6. Human Knot
Teens must work together to untangle themselves from a human knot without letting go of each other’s hands.
This is a fun way to build trust and teamwork!
7. Tug of War
A classic game that never gets old. It’s a great way to encourage friendly competition and team-building.
8. Team Jenga
Stack blocks in this giant Jenga challenge—but with a twist.
Each block has a fun team-building task written on it, like “perform a group dance” or “tell a joke.”
9. Survival Games
Simulate a survival situation where teams must solve puzzles and work together to “survive” a fictional disaster.
This encourages problem-solving and teamwork under pressure.
10. Relay Races
Classic relay races can be adapted for indoors with simple activities like passing a balloon between teammates or hopping on one foot from one side of the room to the other.
Active Indoor Youth Group Games
Get the teens moving and active with these high-energy indoor games!
They’ll burn off energy while strengthening their teamwork skills.
11. Minute to Win It Challenges
Create various challenges that teens must complete in under a minute.
From stacking cups to balancing objects, these fast-paced activities keep everyone on their toes.
12. Indoor Dodgeball
Set up a safe space for an indoor dodgeball match.
This is a fun way to get teens moving while building sportsmanship.
13. Nerf Gun Battle
A Nerf gun battle indoors is an excellent way to encourage teamwork and strategic thinking while getting everyone moving!
14. Balloon Volleyball
Use a balloon instead of a volleyball for an indoor game that’s fast-paced, fun, and perfect for all skill levels.
15. Scavenger Hunt
Make a Christian-themed scavenger hunt where teens search for specific Bible items or scriptures.
It’s an interactive game that combines faith and fun!
Indoor Youth Group Relay Races
Relay races aren’t just for the outdoors!
These indoor variations will keep the teens moving and laughing.
16. Spoon-and-Ball Race
Teens must balance a spoon with a ball in their hand as they race to the finish line.
It’s a fun, easy game that works for small spaces.
17. Obstacle Course
Create a mini obstacle course with things you already have in the youth room.
Teens will race through it while performing different tasks, from hopping over cushions to solving a puzzle.
18. Balloon Pop Relay
Each teen must pop a balloon without using their hands before tagging the next player to do the same. Simple but hilarious!
19. Puzzle Relay
Set up a puzzle at the end of the course, and the team must solve it before moving on to the next stage.
It’s a race that requires both physical and mental teamwork!
20. Cup Stack Race
Each team member must stack a set of cups into a pyramid and then unstack them, passing the task to the next person.
Speed and coordination are key here!
Fun Indoor Youth Group Games
If you’re looking for some classic fun that’ll engage the entire group, these games are perfect for a teen crowd.
21. Musical Chairs
You can’t go wrong with this classic party game, but try using Christian music or songs from a youth camp playlist to keep it exciting.
22. Capture the Flag
An indoor version of this outdoor game is just as exciting!
Use colored bands or ribbons as flags and set up boundaries for teams to defend.
23. Photo Scavenger Hunt
Teens take photos of specific items or actions from a list you provide.
This activity encourages creativity and gets everyone involved in the fun.
24. Dance Off
Create a dance battle where teens have to freestyle to songs.
This is a great way to show off their creativity and let loose.
25. Hot Potato
Pass around a “potato” (any small object) while music plays.
When the music stops, the person holding the potato must answer a fun question.
Indoor Bible Scavenger Hunt for Youth Groups
A Bible scavenger hunt is an excellent way to get teens excited about scripture while encouraging teamwork and critical thinking.
26. Verse Hunt
Hide parts of a Bible verse around the room, and have teams race to collect and assemble them in the correct order.
27. Bible Character Match
Create clues about different Bible characters and hide them in envelopes.
Teens must work together to match the clues to the correct character.
28. Books of the Bible Chase
Place cards with the names of books from the Bible around the room.
Teams must collect them in the correct order to win.
29. Biblical Object Search
Hide everyday objects that relate to Bible stories (like a small boat for Noah’s Ark) and challenge the group to find and connect them to the correct scripture.
30. Christian Symbol Hunt
Teens look for symbols like crosses, doves, or olive branches hidden around the space, learning their significance as they play.
Youth Group Games Indoors with No Supplies
When you’re short on resources, these no-supply games will still keep your group entertained and engaged.
31. Two Truths and a Lie
Each teen shares two truths and one lie about themselves, and the group guesses which is false.
It’s a great icebreaker game for youth groups!
32. Alphabet Storytelling
Teens take turns saying a sentence to create a story, but each sentence must start with the next letter of the alphabet.
This game sparks creativity and guarantees laughter.
33. Silent Line-Up
Without speaking, teens must line up by height, birth month, or another category. It’s a simple, fun team-building game.
34. Four Corners
Designate corners of the room as 1, 2, 3, and 4.
One person closes their eyes and calls out a number.
Everyone in that corner is eliminated. The last person standing wins.
35. Simon Says
A childhood favorite that’s surprisingly fun and engaging for middle schoolers, high schoolers, and even college students.
Small Indoor Youth Group Games
These small-group games are ideal for more intimate settings or when space is limited.
36. Pass the Story
Each person in the group adds one sentence to a story, building a hilarious and creative narrative.
37. Would You Rather?
Pose funny or thought-provoking questions to spark conversations and connections.
38. Guess the Leader
One person leaves the room while another becomes the leader.
The leader performs subtle movements, and the rest of the group mimics them.
The person returning has to guess the leader.
39. Mafia
A fun role-playing game where players must use their wits and deduction to identify the “mafia” members within the group.
40. Word Association
Say a word, and the next person must say a related word.
Keep going until someone gets stuck or repeats a word!
Large Indoor Youth Group Games
For big groups, you need games that engage everyone and keep the energy high.
41. Cross the Room
Call out statements like “Cross the room if you have siblings,” and watch the adults connect over shared experiences.
42. Big Group Charades
Split into teams for this classic game, but scale it up to include everyone in a large group!
43. Blob Tag
Start with one person as “it.” When they tag someone, they join hands and become a blob, tagging others together until everyone is part of the blob.
44. Balloon Stomp
Attach balloons to teens’ ankles and let them try to stomp each other’s balloons while protecting their own.
45. Group Trivia
Use trivia questions about pop culture, the Bible, or random facts to keep the group engaged.
Easy Indoor Youth Group Games
These simple games require minimal setup and guarantee maximum fun!
46. Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament
Hold a championship with a cheering crowd to make this easy game exciting for all.
47. 20 Questions
One person thinks of something, and the group has 20 questions to guess what it is.
48. Heads Up!
Use an app or write down words for a fun guessing game that teens will love.
49. Freeze Dance
When the music stops, everyone freezes! It’s simple, energetic, and hilarious.
50. Name That Tune
Play snippets of songs and see who can guess them the fastest.
Indoor Youth Group Ice Breaker Games
Icebreakers are perfect for new groups or the start of an event.
51. Name Game
Go around the circle, and each teen says their name along with a fun fact about themselves.
52. Group Bingo
Create bingo cards with facts like “Has a pet cat” or “Has traveled out of state.” Teens mingle to find someone who matches each square.
53. Ball Toss Questions
Write questions on a beach ball.
When a teen catches it, they answer the question their thumb lands on.
54. Telephone
Start with a whispered phrase that gets passed around the circle.
The final version is always hilarious!
55. Memory Chain
Each person repeats the names of everyone before them, adding their own to the list.
Winter Family Games and Retreat Activities
When the weather gets chilly, try these indoor games that are perfect for families, church retreats, or holiday gatherings.
56. Snowball Fight
Use soft, plush balls for a fun indoor version of this classic winter game.
57. Cozy Campfire Stories
Have everyone sit in a circle and take turns telling stories—funny, scary, or heartfelt.
Make It Memorable!
So there you have it—tons of fun indoor youth group games to make your next event unforgettable!
Now, grab your friends, pick a game, and let the good times roll! Which one are you excited to try first? Let me know—I can’t wait to hear how it goes! 😊
