Fall is in the air, and you know what that means… cozy sweaters, crunchy leaves, and tons of festive fun!  Whether you're throwing a backyard party, planning a classroom party, or just gathering the family for some laughs, these fall party games are perfect for kids and adults.

Get ready for apple bobbing, pumpkin bowling, candy corn chaos, and more. And yes, some of them even come with free printables to make your party prep a breeze!

Fall Party Games

Whether you're looking for something competitive or just something to keep your guests entertained, we have you covered. 

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Apple Bobbing (With a Twist!)

Go classic or give it a glow-up! Try mini apple bobbing in bowls for younger kids or do “string apples”,hang apples on strings and see who can take a bite without using hands.

Printable Fall Games

Printable games are perfect for your fall party because they're easy to set up and you don't have to worry about losing any pieces. Plus, they're great for large or small groups. We've got some fun printable games in this bundle that are perfect for your fall party! 

Candy Corn Guessing Game

Fill a jar with candy corn and have everyone guess how many are inside. The closest guess wins the jar, and all that sweet candy!

Pumpkin Bowling

Set up empty plastic bottles as your “pins” and use a small round pumpkin as your bowling ball! You can even decorate the bottles to look like ghosts or scarecrows.

Tip: Use glow sticks inside clear bottles for spooky nighttime fun!

Fall Bingo

Turkey Waddle Race

Grab a small ball (like a balloon or even a pumpkin-shaped plushie), place it between your knees, and waddle to the finish line without dropping it. It’s silly and perfect for all ages!

Fall Scavenger Hunt

Send the kids (or adults!) searching for fall treasures like acorns, yellow leaves, pinecones, or something that smells like cinnamon. Use our [free printable scavenger hunt list] for easy setup!

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Buried Treasure

This is a fun fall game, especially for younger kids. Hide some treasure such as small bags of candy or stickers in a big pile of leaves. Then, let the kids go on a treasure hunt! The one who finds the most treasure wins. 

Pumpkin Ring Toss

Place pumpkins with stems on the ground and have players toss rings (or glow bracelets!) to try and land them on the stems.

Fall Charades

Act out autumn-themed things like “jumping in leaves,” “raking the yard,” or “being a scarecrow.” Keep it silly and seasonal!

Candy Corn Spoon Relay

Players race to carry candy corn across the yard on a teaspoon, no hands allowed if it falls! Make it a team relay for even more energy.

Sack Race

This classic game is perfect for a fall party! All you need are some burlap sacks and an open area. Divide your guests into teams of two or three and have them line up behind the starting line. Then, on your signal, they should put their legs through the sack and hop to the finish line. The first team to cross the finish line wins!

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Mystery Harvest Box

Put autumn-themed objects (a pinecone, apple, mini pumpkin, etc.) into shoeboxes with hand holes. Players reach in and try to guess what they’re feeling. Kinda spooky, kinda silly!

Costume Catwalk Game

Let everyone show off their fall costumes! Add silly music and have them walk the “runway.” Give awards for silliest, most creative, or best homemade costume.

Fall Obstacle Course

Set up an outdoor obstacle course using pumpkins, hay bales, and leaves. This is a great game for kids and adults. Divide your guests into teams of two or three and have them race through the course. The first team to finish wins!

Hide and Seek

You can't go wrong with a fun game of Hide and Seek this fall! This classic game is great for all ages and can be played indoors or outdoors.  

Pumpkin Painting Contest

A pumpkin painting competition is a fun twist on the traditional pumpkin-carving contest. Provide your guests with paint, markers, glitter and other art supplies to decorate their pumpkin creatively. Award the best-decorated pumpkin with a prize; this is a great way to get everyone involved and encourage creativity.

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Cornhole

A classic fall party game that everyone loves is cornhole. This game involves tossing bean bags into the holes of the cornhole board from a distance. Cornhole is an excellent way for guests to mingle with each other while playing an exciting game.

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Bobbing for Donuts

Bobbing for donuts is a perfect game for kids and adult parties. Line the kids up behind a hanging donut, hands behind their backs. Players have to try to eat the dangling donuts only using their mouths. The one who eats all his or her donuts first is the winner.

Apple Pie Eating Contest

Are you ready for some sweet competition? The apple pie eating contest is a classic event that is perfect for all ages. Whether you're a pie-eating pro or just a fan of delicious desserts, this contest is sure to excite your taste buds. Participants are given a spoon and napkin, and then it's time to race to the finish line! With several pies placed on a table, the goal is to finish your pie before anyone else.

Minute to Win It Fall Games

Minute to win it games are a blast because they're fast paced and exciting. They're also great for parties because they can be played in large or small groups and kids and teens love them. Plus, they're usually easy to set up and don't require any special equipment. So if you're looking for some fun games to play at your next party, minute to win it games are a great option!

Apple stack

This fun minute to win it game for fall is perfect for kids and adults! All you need are 5 apples and a timer. The goal is to stack 5 apples on top of each other and they have to stay there for 10 seconds. This has to be done in under one minute.

Leaf Blow

Are you up for a fun and competitive game? Gather everyone around and grab some straws and leaves, because it's time for a leaf blowing showdown! The rules are simple: blow your leaf as far as you can in just one minute. Whether you're a kid or an adult, this game is sure to get your competitive juices flowing. It's a great way to enjoy the outdoors and get some fresh air while having some lighthearted fun with friends and family

Candy Count

In this game each player will need some candy corn, 2 plates and a straw. Using only a straw, players must move as much candy corn as they can from one plate to the other. Whoever transfers the most candy in one minute is the winner

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Fall Party Game Tips

• Mix up the age groups: Choose a combo of games for littles, teens, and adults so everyone can play.

• Get crafty: Let the kids decorate pumpkins or their game props before the games begin.

• Offer prizes: Think small fall-themed goodies, mini pumpkins, leaf-shaped cookies, or caramel apples!

• Use printables: Save time by grabbing some fall printables (scavenger hunt, charades cards, and more!).