Family game night at our house is loud, messy, full of snacks… and honestly one of my favorite nights of the week. But for the longest time, it was also a little chaotic.

We’d stand around asking:

• “What should we play?”

• “Do we even own that game?”

• “Wait… who won last week?”

• “Why are we arguing about the rules again?!”

So I created something that made game night easier, calmer, and way more fun.

Say hello to the Free Family Games Night Planner 

It’s 100% free, no sign up needed, and made by a Mom who just wants family time to feel fun not stressful.

You can print it, staple it, pop it in a binder, or keep loose pages on the table. There’s no right or wrong way to use it.

Why a Family Games Night Planner Is a Game-Changer

Game night sounds simple… until real life shows up.

Kids of different ages.
Different attention spans.
Different ideas of “fair.”

This planner helps:

• Stop the “what should we play?” arguments

• Make sure everyone gets a turn

• Remember favorite games (and not-so-favorite ones)

• Turn game night into a fun family tradition

It also gives kids a sense of ownership, which means way more excitement and way less complaining.

Win-win 

What’s Included in the Free Family Games Night Planner

Player Profiles Page

This is always the first page we fill out, and the kids LOVE it.

Each family member gets their own profile with space for:

• Name

• Age

• Favorite game

• Least favorite game

• Fun notes (like “super competitive” or “always snacks”)

It’s such a sweet snapshot of your family at this stage of life.
Trust me… you’ll laugh looking back at these later.

Games We Own Page

Ever buy a game and totally forget you own it? Yep. Same here.

This page lets you:

• List all the games your family owns

• Rate each game (stars, numbers, or whatever you like)

• Add notes like “great for quick nights” or “only fun with 4+ players”

This page alone saves so much time when choosing what to play.

Games Wish List Page

This one is gold.

Instead of kids randomly asking for games at the store, you can:

• Write down games the family wants

• Use it for birthdays, Christmas, or rewards

• Share ideas with grandparents or relatives

It also helps avoid buying games no one actually wants to play (ask me how I know ).

Games Night Plan Page

This is where game night really comes together.

You can plan:

• Date of game night

• Games to be played

• Food or snacks to be served

• Drinks

• Who won each game

Kids LOVE writing down the winners. Parents love having a plan.

It turns game night into something everyone looks forward to all week.

Family Game Night Calendar

Life gets busy. Sports, homework, work, everything.

This calendar page helps you:

• Pick game nights in advance

• Make it a real family tradition

• Avoid the “we’ll do it sometime” trap

Even once a month makes a difference. Consistency beats perfection every time.

Our Family’s Rule Variations Page

Every family plays games a little differently… and that’s okay.

This page is for:

• House rules

• Modified rules for younger kids

• Rules that stop arguments before they start

Examples:

• “No trading cards unless both players agree”

• “You get one redo per game”

• “Winner helps clean up”

Having it written down saves so many tears.

Notes Page

This is the catch-all page you’ll use more than you think.

Perfect for:

• Funny moments

• Game night memories

• New game ideas

• Things to try next time

Some of my favorite family memories live on this page.

How to Use the Planner (No Pressure Way)

You don’t have to fill out every page at once.

Try this:

1. Start with player profiles

2. Fill in games you already own

3. Use the game plan page for your next game night

4. Add pages as you go

Let it grow with your family.

Messy handwriting, crossed-out notes, and snack crumbs totally allowed.

Perfect for Any Family

This planner works great for:

• Families with young kids

• Families with teens

• Mixed ages

• Big families

• Small families

You can adjust game nights to fit your crew. Short games, long games, silly games, serious games… it all works.

Completely Free, No Signup Needed

I wanted this to be easy.

No email.
No account.
No strings.

Just download, print, and enjoy more laughter around the table