Family Christmas Games – Top Picks for Post-Dinner Entertainment
The Christmas season is (almost) upon us, and it’s that magical time of the year when families and friends come together. After a hearty Christmas dinner, there’s no better way to unwind and enjoy each other’s company than by indulging in some post-dinner games.
If you’re looking for the perfect game (or games) to keep the festive spirit alive, we’ve got you covered. In this blog post, we’ll explore some top picks for post-dinner fun, including some of our favourites that are sure to make your Christmas evening a cosy and entertaining one. And don’t worry, we have not included any conflict-provoking games like Monopoly or Diplomacy!
Crokinole is one of our favourite games (and yes, we know that’s quite a statement to make!). It is one of these games that is easy to learn but difficult to master. Players take turns flicking their wooden discs, aiming to get them into the central hole on the board. But wait, there's a twist! You're not just flicking your discs randomly. You need to making sure your disc makes contact with the last one flicked by your opponent. It's a game of precision, dexterity and a touch of finesse.
Crokinole often features as a post-dinner entertainment in our homes, and Christmas is no exception! The game encourages some friendly competition and adds a hint of excitement into the air. It helps to fight the post-dinner slump and is adored by adults and children alike.
Crokinole often features as a post-dinner entertainment in our homes, and Christmas is no exception! The game encourages some friendly competition and adds a hint of excitement into the air. It helps to fight the post-dinner slump and is adored by adults and children alike.
Ticket to Ride is another Christmas family-favourite. It's a game that you can pick up in just about five minutes, yet it promises hours of entertainment for everyone in the family. With so many different expansions available, each adding thrilling twists and turns to the game, Ticket to Ride will never get boring.
Dominika (one of the Masters Games ‘players’) introduced this game to her family 6 Christmases ago and a post-dinner game of Ticket to Ride has now become a Christmas tradition in her home.
Dominika (one of the Masters Games ‘players’) introduced this game to her family 6 Christmases ago and a post-dinner game of Ticket to Ride has now become a Christmas tradition in her home.
Many people have told us that the game of Pin Bagatelle has a remarkable ability to transport them back to their childhood, creating a heart-warming sense of nostalgia. They often want to share their childhood Christmas traditions with their children or grandchildren and Bagatelle is the perfect way to do it.
The game is very easy and can be enjoyed by all generations. Players take turns shooting small balls into a scoring area, aiming to land them in specific cups with varying point values. Just make sure you avoid the ‘X’ cup!
The game is very easy and can be enjoyed by all generations. Players take turns shooting small balls into a scoring area, aiming to land them in specific cups with varying point values. Just make sure you avoid the ‘X’ cup!
Here at Masters Traditional Games we love Quacks of Quedlinburg. It’s a fun and fast-paced, push your luck game where you play as doctors and brew special potions by drawing ingredient chips and adding them to the pot. It’s the perfect Christmas game which doesn’t take too long to set up or learn, but will definitely put your strategic thinking to the test.
With Quacks & Co: Quedlinburg Dash the kids can get involved with the fun too!
With Quacks & Co: Quedlinburg Dash the kids can get involved with the fun too!
After a large Christmas dinner, what we all need is a little frantic game that will get our heart racing and help to beat the post-dinner slump. Pucket, with its rapid and exhilarating gameplay, is the perfect game for this. It's a game that links speed with accuracy, and a touch of dexterity.
While Pucket is designed for two players, its fast-paced nature ensures that each round is brief, meaning everyone can get involved. Also, it is as fun to play as it is to watch.
While Pucket is designed for two players, its fast-paced nature ensures that each round is brief, meaning everyone can get involved. Also, it is as fun to play as it is to watch.
Sjoelbak (also known as Dutch Shuffleboard) holds a special place in the hearts of many during the holiday season, including ours. This game has become a cherished tradition that never fails to bring laughter, friendly competition, and wonderful memories to our Christmas celebrations.
Sjoelbak is a simple yet engaging game for any number of players which involves sliding wooden pucks down a long, wooden, rectangular board with the aim of landing them in specific scoring compartments at the end. The game's simplicity is deceptive, as it requires both skill and precision to master.
Sjoelbak is a simple yet engaging game for any number of players which involves sliding wooden pucks down a long, wooden, rectangular board with the aim of landing them in specific scoring compartments at the end. The game's simplicity is deceptive, as it requires both skill and precision to master.
