Summertime is one of my most favorite times because it’s a great excuse to get together with your family. Anyone else look forward to family reunions?! They are usually the highlight of our summer! However, planning the perfect family reunion can be time-consuming and it can definitely be difficult to find activities that everyone will love. That’s why we gathered here the most unique and fun activities to help you plan your next family reunion. First, need some fun family reunion games that everyone can play? We’ve got you covered! Second, we have family reunion themes, family reunion shirt ideas, AND even family reunion gift ideas to make your family reunion experience the best family get together you’ll ever have!
14 ACTIVITIES OR COMPETITIONS FOR FAMILY REUNIONS
Does your family like to compete?? In our opinion, nothing brings a family closer than a little competition! Additionally, these family reunion ideas are simple to pull off! On that note, split up into teams for some family-friendly competitions OR enjoy some fun family reunion activities for sweet family bonding time. Not only are these activities perfect for a family get together, but they also bring out the best in everyone over fun, laughter, and excitement. I sure hope our next family reunion includes some of these!
Frozen T-Shirt Competition – My family plays this fun game every time we get together for family reunions! We even have prizes and bragging rights until the next competition! If you are looking for family reunion shirt ideas that double as games, you’ve found it right here!
Family Parade – Every reunion must have a family parade! Throw in a family reunion banner, decorate some bikes, and have a blast showing off YOUR mad decorating skills to the rest of the family!
Hula Hoop Competition – This one is sure to bring the laughter when watching those that might not be the best at hula hooping. Additionally, it’s sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face as they watch family members try to keep their hula hoop moving!
Bobbing for Donuts – Hang donuts on a string, tie the participant’s hands behind their back, and see who can eat their donut the fastest. For large groups, you can split this into different age groups, or pick an individual to represent each family. Whichever you choose, this is sure to be a family reunion hit!
Piñata Fun – Every reunion needs a piñata! My mother-in-law always fills the piñata with the coolest little trinkets and activities that lead to a night full of fun for the kids!
Paper Airplane Competition – Buy a book about how to make paper airplanes and let the kids go at it! Once you have some good ones, why not do a whole competition for the family and see who can get an airplane to fly the furthest? This is not only one of the easiest family reunion ideas, but it’s also really fun!
Outdoor Movie Night – Take the party outdoors with a fun movie night! Don’t forget some comfy blankets, popcorn, treats, and more! Here are all of the tips you need to pull it off. You could even turn it into a fun family slumber party and sleep under the stars!
Dance Party – Let’s dance! Get your groove thing on with a dance party for the whole family. No one should be left on the sidelines for this memory-maker activity!
Minute to Win It – Oh my goodness! If you want some good laughs, plan some Minute to Win It challenges like the Snack Toss, Face the Cookie, or Junk in the Trunk! Getting a little silly and embarrassing yourself in front of everyone is one of the best ways to have fun and make memories. PLUS, the Divas have you covered with printable Win it in a Minute Games for almost any holiday or occasion!
Squirt Gun Races – This is one of those family reunion activities that looks like such a blast and is super easy to rig up! All you need is some good squirt guns and some kind of container attached to string that you can push along by spraying the squirt gun! (Here they used a plastic watering can).
Obstacle Course – Create an obstacle course with all kinds of challenges for the family to complete! This is probably one of the most memorable family reunion ideas my family did at reunions growing up. These ideas will get you started, but use your creativity to come up with your own family challenges. You could even have families come up with their own challenges.
Jigsaw Puzzle Race – My friend told me about this family reunion tradition. They do this at every reunion and they LOVE it! First, pick out puzzles depending on the age and skill level of the family. You will be surprised at how fun and challenging this activity is AND you’ll be hooked on a new family tradition!
Splash Party – This is one of the best family reunion themes you’ll ever see! If your family reunion is in the summer, a splash party is a perfect event! Pull out all of the water toys or hit up a pool for some fun!
Watermelon Eating Contest – Eating contest?! Heck, yes! This is one of those family reunion activities that involves everyone’s favorite summertime fruit: watermelon! Yummy! However, you could use whatever you want for an eating contest. Not only that, you can go traditional with pies, cupcakes, or even tacos!
If you are looking for more family reunion ideas, check out these Backyard Games, Fun and Crazy Family Games or Outdoor Party Games for the Entire Family.
Last but not least, enjoy the special time and memories made at your family reunion!
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