Fun Party Games for Adults Without Drinking

• 🎭  1. “Charades”
• 🖌️  2. “Pictionary”
• 🧩  3. “Trivia”
• 🕵️  4. “Paranoia Game”
• 🔍  5. Scavenger Hunt
• 🤔  6. “Two Truths and a Lie”
• ⏱️  7. “5 Seconds”
• 🚫  8. Taboo

Who says you need alcohol to have a great time at a party? While drinking may be a common form of socializing, there are plenty of fun party games for adults that don’t involve alcohol. Believe it or not, you can have just as much (if not more) fun without it!

Whether you are hosting a party for designated drivers or sober friends or want to change things up, we’ve got you covered. Here are eight exciting and hilarious party games to keep your guests entertained without the need for alcohol.

1. “Charades”

“Charades” is a classic game that never fails to entertain. It’s perfect for a group setting and requires no props or equipment, making it easy to set up and play!

How to play “Charades”

Playing “Charades” is simple. Follow these steps to get started:

1. Divide players into two teams.

You need at least four people to play “Charades”, with an even number of players on each team.

2. Write down a list of phrases or actions on small pieces of paper.

These can be anything from movie titles to common sayings or everyday activities.

3. Have the first player choose a piece of paper and act out what is written without speaking.

Their team has to guess what they are acting out within a set time limit (usually one minute). The ‘actor’ can’t use points, use any props, or make sounds!

4. If their team guesses correctly, they get a point.

If not, the turn passes to the other team.

5. Repeat with each player taking turns acting out a different phrase or action until all pieces of paper have been used.

The team with the most points at the end wins!

“Charades” Ideas Generator

Want “Charades” ideas on the go? We’ve put together an online version of the game that helps you quickly develop fun and unique charade ideas for your next adult game night!

All you have to do is download our free app ‘Kabuki’ or play the game on our website, and pick a category. Our generator will give you over 3,000 ideas to act out, and the fun begins!

Charades

Google Play App Store

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The best “Charades” list

Ready to play? Here are some of the best “Charades” phrases and actions to act out at your next party:

• Statue
• Penguin
• Robot
• Ninja
• Superhero
• Mime
• Zombie
• Disco Dancer
• Rockstar
• Cowboy
• Chef
• Vampire
• Astronaut
• Pirate
• Ballerina
• Detective
• President
• Doctor
• Witch
• Genie
• Pilot
• Scientist
• Magician
• Soldier
• Clown
• Gardener
• Librarian
• Teacher
• Firefighter
• Surfer
• Juggler
• DJ
• Lifeguard
• Mechanic
• Explorer
• Fairy
• Wrestler
• Santa Claus
• Ghost
• Athlete

2. Pictionary

Similar to “Charades”, a list of party games wouldn’t be complete without Pictionary. This drawing and guessing game is always a hit, regardless of age or sobriety level.

How to play Pictionary

You can never go wrong with Pictionary! If you’ve never played before, here’s how to get started:

1. Gather your supplies.

You will need a whiteboard or easel, drawing materials (such as markers or pencils), and a timer for Pictionary.

2. Call your players and gather them into two teams.

The more, the merrier!

3. Divide a stack of cards between the two teams.

On each card, a word or phrase must be drawn (without using letters and numbers) for the team to guess within one minute.

4. Set a timer and have the first player from Team A draw out a word or phrase on their whiteboard or easel.

Their team members must try to guess what it is within one minute. If they get it right, they score a point; if not, it passes to Team B.

5. Continue taking turns until a team correctly guesses five words or phrases, making them the winners.

If you want a more challenging game, increase the number of words or phrases to be guessed.

3. “Trivia”

Love general knowledge and random facts? Then “Trivia” might be the perfect game for your next party! It involves testing your friends’ knowledge on different topics, making it a great way to learn something new and have fun at the same time.

How to play “Trivia”

While this game is often played at bars, you can quickly adapt it to a party without the alcohol! And it’ll be just as fun. Here’s how to play:

1. Prepare your materials. To play “Trivia”, you will need a set of trivia questions and answers, an audio system or microphone, and buzzers for players to ring in with their answers.

2. Make sure you have enough players. To make the game more interesting, you’ll need at least two teams with an equal number of players on each team. You can also make this game a competition between individuals if you prefer!

3. Decide on a scoring system. You can give one point for each correct answer or assign different point values to questions based on difficulty levels. For example, you could have easy questions worth one point and harder ones worth two points.

4. Have someone act as the game show host and read the questions while playing background music. The players aim to ‘buzz in’ with their answers before anyone else does!

5. Ask questions on various topics (history, geography, entertainment, etc.) individually. At the end of each round, tally up the scores and continue playing until you have a winner!

Play “Trivia” Online

If you don’t have any questions for your next game of “Trivia”, don’t worry! You can easily find over 1,000 questions in the online version of the game.

Now, you can play this game anywhere at any time - whether you’re at Central Perk or on your couch. Just download our app, gather your friends, and get ready to test your friend’s knowledge!

Party Trivia

Google Play App Store

Fun “Trivia” Questions

Looking for some fun and exciting trivia questions to ask at your next party? Here are some ideas:

1. What is the first food in space?

• Hamburger
• Corned beef
• Scrambled egg
• Apple sauce

Sure! Here are 20 more trivia questions for adults:

2. What year did the Berlin Wall fall?

• 1987
• 1989
• 1991
• 1993

3. Who wrote the novel “1984”?

• Aldous Huxley
• George Orwell
• Ray Bradbury
• Philip K. Dick

4. What is the capital of Australia?

• Sydney
• Melbourne
• Canberra
• Brisbane

5. Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?

• Leonardo da Vinci
• Raphael
• Michelangelo
• Donatello

6. What is the smallest country in the world?

• Monaco
• San Marino
• Liechtenstein
• Vatican City

7. Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

• Venus
• Mars
• Jupiter
• Saturn

8. What is the largest ocean on Earth?

• Atlantic
• Indian
• Arctic
• Pacific

9. Who is the author of “To Kill a Mockingbird”?

• Harper Lee
• J.D. Salinger
• F. Scott Fitzgerald
• Ernest Hemingway

10. What element does ‘O’ represent on the periodic table?

• Gold
• Oxygen
• Osmium
• Osmium

11. Which famous ship sank in 1912?

• HMS Bounty
• USS Constitution
• RMS Titanic
• Queen Mary

12. What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?

• Gold
• Iron
• Diamond
• Quartz

13. Who was the first President of the United States?

• Abraham Lincoln
• Thomas Jefferson
• George Washington
• John Adams

14. What is the main ingredient in traditional Japanese miso soup?

• Tofu
• Miso paste
• Seaweed
• Rice

15. Which language is the most widely spoken worldwide?

• English
• Spanish
• Mandarin Chinese
• Hindi

16. What does DNA stand for?

• Deoxyribonucleic Acid
• Diatomic Nucleic Acid
• Deoxynucleic Acid
• Dioxide Nucleic Acid

17. Who composed the Four Seasons?

• Ludwig van Beethoven
• Johann Sebastian Bach
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Antonio Vivaldi

18. What is the world’s longest river?

• Amazon
• Nile
• Yangtze
• Mississippi

19. Who was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize?

• Marie Curie
• Jane Goodall
• Rosalind Franklin
• Ada Lovelace

20. What is the primary ingredient in hummus?

• Lentils
• Chickpeas
• Kidney Beans
• Black Beans

21. What is the tallest mountain in the world?

• K2
• Mount Everest
• Kangchenjunga
• Lhotse

22. Who is the Greek god of the sea?

• Hades
• Zeus
• Poseidon
• Apollo

23. What currency is used in Japan?

• Yen
• Yuan
• Won
• Baht

24. Who painted the Mona Lisa?

• Vincent van Gogh
• Claude Monet
• Pablo Picasso
• Leonardo da Vinci

25. Which planet is closest to the sun?

• Earth
• Mars
• Venus
• Mercury

26. What is the capital of Canada?

• Toronto
• Vancouver
• Ottawa
• Montreal

27. In which year did World War II end?

• 1942
• 1945
• 1948
• 1950

28. Who discovered penicillin?

• Alexander Fleming
• Louis Pasteur
• Gregor Mendel
• Joseph Lister

29. What is the largest desert in the world?

• Sahara
• Gobi
• Kalahari
• Antarctic Desert

30. Who is the lead singer of the rock band Queen?

• Freddie Mercury
• Mick Jagger
• David Bowie
• Elton John

31. What is the primary ingredient in guacamole?

• Tomatoes
• Avocados
• Peppers
• Onions

32. Which U.S. state is known as the “Sunshine State”?

• California
• Texas
• Florida
• Arizona

33. What is the main ingredient in traditional paella?

• Pasta
• Quinoa
• Rice
• Barley

34. Which element is known by the symbol ‘Fe’?

• Lead
• Iron
• Fluorine
• Phosphorus

35. Who was the first person to walk on the moon?

• Buzz Aldrin
• Yuri Gagarin
• Michael Collins
• Neil Armstrong

36. What year did the Titanic sink?

• 1908
• 1910
• 1912
• 1914

37. What is the capital of Italy?

• Milan
• Florence
• Venice
• Rome

38. Which artist is known for cutting off his ear?

• Vincent van Gogh
• Pablo Picasso
• Claude Monet
• Salvador Dali

39. What is the chemical formula for water?

• H2O2
• H2O
• CO2
• O2

40. What does the “D” in D-Day stand for?

• Decision
• Doomsday
• Deliverance
• Day

4. Paranoia Game"

If you’re ready to make your friends paranoid while sober, this game is for you! Careful though, the “Paranoia Game” will put your friendship to the test.

How to Play “Paranoia Game”

This game is best played with friends, so gather a few people and prepare to play. All you need for this game is a group of friends and some juicy questions!

1. Have everybody sit in a circle. To make the game more fun and interesting, you should have at least two or more players. Make sure that everyone is comfortable and can hear each other.

2. Decide who starts first and the order you go. You can decide who starts first randomly or by playing rock, paper, scissors. After that, determine the order you’ll go around the circle.

3. Ask a question. The first player leans into the player on their left or right and whispers a question. The other players shouldn’t hear it; it should be a question asking for a name, such as “Who in the group is most likely to forget their keys?”

4. The next player answers the question with a name. It can be any name they choose, as long as the name belongs to someone in the group. For example, “I think [name].”

5. Dare to find out? If the player whose name was mentioned wants to know the question, they can choose to take a dare, and the player reveals what the question was. If they decline, the game continues to the next player.

6. Keep playing! Go around the circle and continue asking questions and revealing secrets until everyone has had a turn or you run out of questions.

7. Have fun, and be respectful! Remember, this is just a game, so have fun! But also respect everyone’s boundaries and not ask questions that may make someone uncomfortable.

Play “Paranoia” Online

Want to play “Paranoia” but can’t come up with interesting questions? Not a problem!

You can now play “Paranoia” using Most Likely To questions from our free app or directly on our website. Just pick a category of questions, and off you go!

Most Likely To

Google Play App Store

Play Most Likely To online

Best “Paranoia” Questions

Need some inspiration for questions to ask during the game? Here are some of the best and most popular “Paranoia” questions:

1. Who here might die first?

We all die, anyway.

2. Who in this group do you think has the most secrets?

A sneaky question.

3. Who is most likely to become famous?

It could be anyone’s big break.

4. Who would survive a zombie apocalypse?

Tough and resourceful.

5. Who is most likely to go to jail?

Hopefully, it’s just a wild guess.

6. Who is the best liar?

A talent or a problem?

7. Who would be the worst person to work for?

Careful with your answer!

8. Who is most likely to cheat on a partner?

Let’s hope this remains hypothetical.

9. Who would win in a fight?

Strong and strategic.

10. Who has the worst taste in music?

Opinions may vary widely.

11. Who is the most adventurous?

Always up for a new challenge.

12. Who is the most likely to forget an important date?

I might need a better calendar.

13. Who is the funniest person in the group?

Always keeps us laughing.

14. Who is the most dramatic?

Life is their stage.

15. Who is most likely to be a millionaire?

Success seems inevitable.

16. Who would be the best secret agent?

Stealth and cunning.

17. Who is most likely to start a business?

Entrepreneurial spirit.

18. Who has the best fashion sense?

Always looking stylish.

19. Who would be the best politician?

Charismatic and persuasive.

20. Who is the biggest risk-taker?

Living on the edge.

5. Scavenger Hunt

Who says scavenger hunts are just for kids? They can be a fun and exciting activity for all ages. Get your friends together, and let the hunt begin!

How to Plan a Scavenger Hunt

If you’re hosting a scavenger hunt, here are some steps to help you plan it! It’s important to be organized and have a clear plan to ensure everything goes smoothly.

1. Set a theme and location. Decide on a theme for your scavenger hunt, such as “Around the Neighborhood” or “Indoor Adventure.” Then, choose the area where the hunt will take place.

2. Create a list of items or tasks. Make a list of items or tasks for participants to find or complete during the scavenger hunt. Be creative and include both easy and challenging items/tasks.

3. Assign point values. Assign different point values to each item/task depending on its difficulty level.

4. Make teams and assign captains. Divide the players into teams of 3-5 people, with one designated captain for each team.

5. Give out rules and safety guidelines. Before starting the scavenger hunt, review any rules or safety guidelines with all participants.

6. Set a time limit. Decide on a time limit for the scavenger hunt, such as 30 minutes or an hour.

7. Provide clues if necessary. If you have items/tasks that require clues to find them, make sure to provide those to the players before they start the hunt.

8. Start the hunt! Give the players their lists and set them loose to complete the scavenger hunt.

9. Tally up points and declare a winner. After the time limit, have each team return to the starting point and tally up their points. The team with the most points wins!

6. “Two Truths and a Lie”

Think you know your friends well? Test their knowledge with a game of “Two Truths and a Lie,” where players have to guess which statement about someone is false.

How to Play “Two Truths and a Lie”

Nothing is what it seems in this game of deception. Here’s how to play:

1. Gather players and decide on an order. Get your friends together and decide on the order in which each player will share their statements.

2. Share two facts, and one lies about yourself. Each player takes a turn sharing two true things about themselves and one false.

3. Players guess which statement is a lie. After each person shares, the other players must guess which statement they think is false.

4. Reveal the truth! Once everyone has guessed, the player reveals which statement was the lie.

5. Keep track of points. You can keep track of points by awarding a point to each player who correctly guesses the lie or deducting points for players who guess incorrectly.

6. Continue playing until everyone has had a turn. Go around the circle and continue playing until everyone has shared their two truths and one lie or you run out of time.

Play “2 Truths 1 Lie” Online

Want the fun of “2 Truths 1 Lie” but not the hassle of thinking of ideas? Play the game online! With over 1,000 statements from various categories you can choose from, you’ll always have options!

The best part? It’s completely free! Download our app and play the game with your friends anytime, anywhere.

Play 2 Truths 1 Lie online

Two Truths and a Lie Ideas

Ready to deceive your friends with some clever truths and lies? Here are some ideas to get you started:

1. I was a voice actor for a popular animated series.

How talented.

2. I have never broken a bone.

What’s their secret?

3. I once swam with sharks.

Brave or just curious?

4. I’ve visited every continent except Antarctica.

A world traveler, almost.

5. I can speak three languages fluently.

Quite the polyglot.

6. I have a twin sibling.

Double the fun.

7. I’ve never been on an airplane.

Homebody or just unlucky?

8. I met a celebrity at a coffee shop.

Right place, right time.

9. I’ve run a marathon.

Endurance and dedication.

10. I have a black belt in karate.

Quite the fighter.

11. I hate chocolate.

Really?

12. I once got lost in a foreign country for two days.

An adventurous tale.

13. I have a collection of over 1000 books.

A true bibliophile.

14. I’ve performed on stage in front of a large audience.

Born for the spotlight.

15. I have never been to a concert.

Missing out on live music.

7. “5 Seconds”

“5 seconds” is not a lot of time, but it can be enough time to have some fun! This fast-paced game is all about thinking quickly and blurting out answers.

If you can think on your feet, you’ll have a blast playing 5 seconds.

How to Play “5 Seconds”

In this game, players must name three things in five seconds. Here’s how to play:

1. Set up the game. Gather your friends and sit in a circle. Decide on an order for players to take turns.

2. Decide on a category. The first player chooses a category, such as “Types of Fruit,” and says, “Name three types of fruit in 5 seconds.”

3. Start the timer. Once the player has stated the category, they have five seconds to name three things that fit into that category.

4. Continue around the circle. If the player successfully names three things in five seconds, they get to choose the following category and start the timer for the next person.

5. Keep track of points. You can keep track by awarding one point to players who complete their task or deducting points for players who fail to do so.

6. End the game. The game can go on for as long as you like, but you can also set a time limit or play until someone reaches a certain number of points.

Play “5 Seconds” Online

Can’t get enough of “5 seconds”? We’ve got you covered! Our online version of the game can provide you with an endless stream of over 1,000 fun and challenging questions.

Download our app for free or play it on our website to get started. You can also track your high scores and compete against your friends for bragging rights. So why wait? Download now and let the fun begin!

5 Second Battle

Google Play App Store

Play online

Fun “5 Second Rule” Questions

Need some inspiration for your next game of “5 seconds”? Here are some fun and challenging questions to get you started:

1. Name three countries in Africa.

Possible Answer: Kenya, Egypt, South Africa

Know your geography? Prove it.

2. Name three ice cream flavors.

Possible Answer: Chocolate, vanilla, strawberry

Who doesn’t love ice cream?

3. Name three things you do before going to bed.

Possible Answer: Brush teeth, read a book, set alarm

Bedtime routines are essential.

4. Name three types of pasta.

Possible Answer: Spaghetti, penne, fusilli

Pasta lovers unite!

5. Name three types of trees.

Possible Answer: Oak, pine, maple

Nature’s giants.

6. Name three Marvel superheroes.

Possible Answer: Iron Man, Spider-Man, Thor

Calling all comic book fans!

7. Name three breeds of dogs.

Possible Answer: Labrador, poodle, bulldog

Dog lovers, this one’s for you.

8. Name three things you can see in the sky.

Possible Answer: Stars, clouds, airplanes

Eyes on the sky.

9. Name three vegetables.

Possible Answer: Carrot, broccoli, spinach

Eat your greens.

10. Name three popular board games.

Possible Answer: Monopoly, Scrabble, Clue

Game night essentials.

11. Name three famous authors.

Possible Answer: J.K. Rowling, Stephen King, Jane Austen

Well-read and well-known.

12. Name three professional sports teams.

Possible Answer: Lakers, Yankees, Patriots

Sports enthusiasts, go!

13. Name three kinds of flowers.

Possible Answer: Rose, tulip, daisy

Stop and smell the flowers.

14. Name three TV shows from the 90s.

Possible Answer: Friends, Seinfeld, The X-Files

Nostalgia overload.

15. Name three popular pizza toppings.

Possible Answer: Pepperoni, mushrooms, olives

Pizza time!

16. Name three things that can fly.

Possible Answer: Birds, planes, drones

Up, up, and away.

17. Name three types of chocolate.

Possible Answer: Milk, dark, white

Sweet indulgence.

18. Name three musical instruments.

Possible Answer: Guitar, piano, violin

Making beautiful music.

19. Name three cities in Europe.

Possible Answer: Paris, Rome, Berlin

European adventures.

20. Name three famous movie directors.

Possible Answer: Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Christopher Nolan

Behind the camera.

8. Taboo

Taboo is a fun and fast-paced word-guessing game that will have you on the edge of your seat. It’s all about creating creative clues to help your team guess the secret word without using any taboo words on the card.

Play in teams or against each other, and this game will surely bring out your competitive side!

How to Play Taboo

This is a quick and easy game to set up and play. Here’s how:

1. Prepare the cards.

Each card has a secret word at the top and five taboo words listed below it. Use index cards or make your cards with words written on them. For example, the secret word could be “pizza,” and the taboo words could be “cheese,” “pepperoni,” “dough,” “sauce,” and “crust.”

2. Divide into teams.

You can play with as few as two players, but having at least four players divided into two teams is more fun.

3. Choose a player to go first.

The first player draws a card and tries to get their team to guess the secret word without using any taboo words listed on the card.

4. Start the timer.

Set a timer for one minute and begin giving clues to your team. You can use any words except for the taboo words listed on the card.

5. Keep track of points.

Each time your team successfully guesses a word, you earn one point. If you use a taboo word, the other team gets a point.

6. Pass the card.

Once your team guesses the secret word or time runs out, pass the card to the next player on the opposing team.

7. Continue playing until all cards are used up, or set a time limit for the game.

The winning team is determined by who has the most points at the end of the game.

With these easy and fun party games, you’ll never have a dull moment again, even without alcohol! So gather your friends and family, get ready to have some laughs, and let the games begin!