Name and Purpose 1-2-3 Look is a low-energy circle game that builds group awareness and gets everyone laughing together. Players practise quick decision-making and reading the room without any skill or fitness barrier. a.k.a. Look Up Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-30 players | 10-20 minutes | Any circle space, indoors or outdoors Materials No …
Read MoreCamp Games
There is more to camp games than kick-ball or four-square! The key to a fun summer lies in your ability to offer ever-changing, age-appropriate, and interactive games to your campers.
The categories below will take you to hundreds of different games. Feel free to change the rules or add a personal touch.
We encourage you to play all activities using the "everybody plays - everybody wins" philosophy. Whenever possible, don't keep score, change the rules, and most of all - have fun!
Check out our Camp Game Videos Section to see many of our favorite games in action!
40+ Awesome Summer Camp Games
We know camp games! Here is our ultimate list of our favorite camp games from across the our site. Whenever possible, we encourage you to play games that follow our “everyone’s engaged” philosophy that keeps all of your campers or groups of kids active, involved and happy. You can certainly modify any of the activities as you see fit to …
Read MoreABC Tune Swap
Name and Purpose ABC Tune Swap builds active listening and playful creativity in a low-pressure circle format. Players practise staying with a shared melody even as the words keep changing. a.k.a. Tune Switcher, Alphabet Sing-Along Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 6-30 players | 10-15 minutes | Any circle space indoors or outdoors Materials No materials …
Read MoreAction Name Circle
Name and Purpose Action Name Circle helps a group learn each other’s names in a fun, movement-based way. Players practise memory, rhythm, and creative expression while building connection. a.k.a. Name Motion, Name Rhythm Circle Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-30 players | 15-20 minutes | Circle space indoors or outdoors; enough room for each player …
Read MoreAh So Ko
Name and Purpose Ah So Ko is a fast-moving circle game that builds focus, quick reflexes, and group energy. Players practise listening, sequencing, and reacting quickly in a fun and low-stakes setting. a.k.a. Pass the Rhythm, Salute Circle Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-25 players | 10-20 minutes | Circle space, seated, indoors or outdoors …
Read MoreAlaskan Baseball
Name and Purpose Alaskan Baseball combines big-energy throwing, relay teamwork, and counting under pressure. Players practise cooperation, pacing, and celebration of collective effort rather than individual scoring. a.k.a. Circle Baseball, Around the World Baseball, Running Rounders Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-40 players | 15-25 minutes | Large open field or gym with clear running …
Read MoreAli Baba Action Circle
Name and Purpose Ali Baba Action Circle builds group rhythm, attention, and creative movement in a circle format. Players practise noticing the person beside them and adapting to what’s happening in the moment. a.k.a. Action Pass, Follow the Leader Circle, Copy Circle Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-40 players | 10-20 minutes | Any circle …
Read MoreAliens (Xenomorph) Tag
Name and Purpose Aliens Tag is a high-energy conversion tag game with a role-switch mechanic that keeps everyone moving and involved. Players practise strategy, spatial awareness, and cooperation as the Alien team grows each round. a.k.a. Conversion Tag, Hive Tag, Glow Tag Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players | 15-25 minutes | Large dark …
Read MoreAll Hands on Deck
Name & Purpose All Hands on Deck is a high-energy listening and movement game. A Captain shouts nautical commands and the whole Crew scrambles to respond. It builds listening, quick decision-making, and group coordination — and it’s loud, joyful, and a little chaotic in the best way. a.k.a. Captain’s Call | Ship to Shore | Crew Command Age Band / …
Read MoreAll Over
Name & Purpose All Over is a high-energy, whole-group ball game. Both teams race to clear every ball off their side of the field. It builds fast decision-making, team communication, and nonstop movement. a.k.a. Ball Blitz; Over the Line Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space Ages 8–16. 12–60 players. 10–20 minutes. Large outdoor field or gym with …
Read MoreAll Together Now
Name and Purpose All Together Now is a cooperative challenge where the whole group works to move everyone across the net using a balloon and teamwork. Players practise timing, gentle volleys, and communication with a shared goal and no opposition. a.k.a. Cross the Net, One Side Volleyball Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-24 players | …
Read MoreAlphabet Architects
Name and Purpose Alphabet Architects builds creative problem-solving and teamwork through physical expression. Groups learn to communicate quickly and think spatially together. a.k.a. Letter Shapes, Human Alphabet Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 9-40 players (groups of 3-4) | 10-15 minutes | Open floor space; gym, cleared room, or grassy area Materials No materials required Optional: …
Read MoreAlphabet Pass Basketball
Name and Purpose Alphabet Pass Basketball keeps everyone engaged through rhythm, anticipation, and a low-stakes shooting moment. Players practise passing accuracy, listening, and turn-taking alongside basic basketball skills. a.k.a. Circle Pass, Hot Potato Basketball Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-30 players | 15-20 minutes | Basketball court with at least one hoop Materials 1 basketball …
Read MoreAlphabet Race
Name and Purpose Alphabet Race builds vocabulary, quick thinking, and teamwork through a fast-paced writing relay. Works well as a warm-up, rainy-day activity, or cabin challenge. a.k.a. Word Dash, ABC Relay Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players (2+ teams) | 10-20 minutes | Indoor classroom, hall, or covered outdoor space with a vertical writing …
Read MoreAlright Let’s Play
Name and Purpose Alright Let’s Play is a word-puzzle observation game where listening closely is the whole skill. Players practise active listening, pattern recognition, and the patience to keep watching before guessing. a.k.a. Icebreaker Pattern Game Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 5-30 players | 10-20 minutes | Any space, standing or seated Materials No materials …
Read MoreAmoeba Tag
Name and Purpose Amoeba Tag is a growing-chain tag game that builds cooperation and communication as the group gets bigger. Players practise spatial awareness, pacing, and working with a team that keeps changing shape. a.k.a. Blob Tag, Chain Tag, Snowball Tag Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players | 15-20 minutes | Large open field …
Read MoreAnimal Alphabet Circle
Name and Purpose Animal Alphabet Circle builds vocabulary, quick thinking, and group cooperation through a shared naming challenge. Players practise listening, waiting their turn, and supporting each other through the harder letters. a.k.a. Alphabet Animals, ABC Animals Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-30 players | 10-20 minutes | Circle space, seated or standing, indoors or …
Read MoreAnimal STOP
Name and Purpose Animal STOP builds estimation, spatial thinking, and quick reaction in a high-energy outdoor game. Players practise listening, movement, and the maths of distance in a playful, low-stakes format. a.k.a. Freeze Zoo, Animal Scatter Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-25 players | 10-20 minutes | Outdoor open space; large indoor gym works too …
Read MoreApples and Bananas
Name and Purpose Apples and Bananas is a classic call-and-response song that warms up voices and loosens a group up fast. Players practise listening, sound-making, and playful risk-taking in a low-pressure setting. a.k.a. Vowel Song, Silly Sounds Song Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 5-40 players | 5-10 minutes | Any space, indoors or outdoors Materials …
Read MoreArm Soccer
Name and Purpose Arm Soccer flips the usual rules of soccer and challenges players to use their upper body in a whole new way. Players build upper-body coordination, creative problem-solving, and team communication. a.k.a. Hand Soccer, No-Feet Soccer, Crawl Ball Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-22 players | 15-25 minutes | Large outdoor grass field …
Read MoreAssassin Remix
In this fun version of Assassin (also known as Wink, Murderer, etc), everyone must work as a team to figure out who the assassin is! Given the strategy involved, we recommend this version for children ages 10 or older. To prepare for the game, write the following roles on small pieces of paper to be chosen from a hat or …
Read MoreB’gawk!
Name and Purpose B’gawk! is a fast-paced circle game that sharpens attention and reaction time. Players practise listening, quick decision-making, and recovering from mistakes with a laugh. a.k.a. Chicken Pass, B’gawk Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-30 players | 10-15 minutes | Any space with enough room for a standing circle Materials No materials required …
Read MoreBack-to-Back Balance Challenge
Name and Purpose Back-to-Back Balance Challenge builds core stability, awareness of your own body, and playful partnership. Players practise balance, controlled effort, and reading a partner’s movement without using hands. a.k.a. Bump Balance, Back Bump Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 2-30 players in pairs | 5-10 minutes | Flat open space, clear of obstacles Materials …
Read MoreBack-to-Back Relay
Name and Purpose Back-to-Back Relay is a warm-weather partner game that builds trust, coordination, and laughter. Players practise communication and moving together without relying on their hands. a.k.a. Partner Carry Relay, Teamwork Trot Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 7-16 | 8-30 players (pairs) | 10-20 minutes | Open outdoor area or gym with 20+ feet of flat …
Read MoreBack-to-Back Tag
Name and Purpose Back-to-Back Tag builds partner trust, spatial awareness, and quick decision-making. Players learn to read the space and find allies under gentle pressure. a.k.a. Partner Safe Tag, Safety Tag, Buddy Tag Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-40 players | 15-25 minutes | Large outdoor field or gym. Recommended size: 20m x 20m for …
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