Human Christmas Tree game – A festive and creative party activity
The Human Christmas Tree game is the perfect indoor holiday activity to bring laughter, creativity, and festive cheer to your next gathering. Whether you’re organizing a classroom celebration or a family party at home, this game guarantees joyful moments—and great photo opportunities!
Game setup and materials
This light-hearted game is all about imagination, teamwork, and decoration. You don’t need much to get started, just a group of players and some festive supplies.
- Number of players: Minimum of 5 children (or mixed ages)
- Recommended age: From 4 years old
- Supplies needed: Crepe paper streamers, masking tape, face paint, paper ornaments, ribbons, stickers, colored markers, a paper star for the treetop
- Setting: Indoor space with enough room for movement
- Game duration: Around 20 minutes
You can easily adapt this game to your holiday theme—Christmas, Thanksgiving, or even birthdays!
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How to play the Human Christmas Tree game
1. Form teams and choose your “tree”:
Divide players into teams of 3–5. Each team selects one volunteer to be the “Christmas tree.”
2. Decorate your human tree:
Using only the materials provided, the rest of the team has a few minutes to decorate their tree. They can wrap, tape, draw, and accessorize using streamers, paper, stickers, etc.
3. Add the final touch:
Every Christmas tree needs a star! Each team should top their tree with a homemade star or another fun finishing detail.
4. Organize a parade (optional):
Once decorated, each “human tree” can walk in a mini parade while holiday music plays. Teams can show off their creations with pride.
5. Vote for the best tree:
Let everyone vote for categories like “Most Creative,” “Funniest,” or “Best Overall.” You can give out small prizes or certificates for each one.
This game isn’t about winning—it’s about fun, laughter, and shared memories. It’s especially great for breaking the ice during family get-togethers or school events.
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Fun variations of the Human Christmas Tree game
Want to keep the game fresh and adaptable for any setting? Try one of these playful variations:
- Timed Challenge: Give each team a time limit (e.g., 5 minutes) to decorate their tree. When the timer rings, decorations stop immediately—extra laughs guaranteed!
- Theme Twist: Assign different decoration themes to each team (e.g., “Winter Wonderland,” “Funny Tree,” “Candy Tree,” “Nature Tree”) to inspire even more creativity.
- Blindfold Decorators: Make it trickier by blindfolding one team member while they decorate, guided only by teammates’ verbal instructions.
- Musical Decorating: Play holiday music and pause it at random. Teams can only decorate while music plays, freezing in place when it stops.
- Birthday Version: Instead of a Christmas tree, decorate someone as a birthday present using wrapping paper, ribbons, and bows—great for winter birthdays!
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Educational benefits of this Christmas activity
More than just a fun holiday game, the Human Christmas Tree game encourages important developmental and social skills in a festive, light-hearted way:
- Creative expression: Kids use imagination to decorate with a theme
- Fine motor skills: Wrapping, taping, and drawing help develop precision
- Teamwork and cooperation: Children must work together and share ideas
- Social bonding: Strengthens connections between classmates, friends, or family
- Listening and following directions: Helps kids engage with game structure
- Festive immersion: A joyful way to welcome the holiday season and spark excitement
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FAQ – Human Christmas Tree game
- Can this game be played with adults?
Yes! It’s a great multi-age game—adults love being decorated too, and it always leads to laughter. - What if I don’t have craft supplies?
Use leftover wrapping paper, fabric scraps, or even newspaper. Creativity is key! - Is it better as a competitive or non-competitive game?
Both work. You can vote for fun categories or simply enjoy the process with no winner at all.
Want to keep the holiday magic going? Check out our collection of printable Christmas games for kids, including escape rooms, mystery games, and treasure hunts. These ready-to-play kits are packed with fun challenges, perfect for creating unforgettable memories during the holiday season.
