A fun sleepover game you can play next time you have a sleepover or a hangout!! this is a REALLY fun and interesting game you should try out! follow for more!<3 💕
2025/9/16 Edited to
... Read moreOkay, so you loved the 'Pick a Pen' game idea, right? I'm telling you, it's an absolute hit! I wanted to share a bit more about how we make it epic and some other games we rotate through to keep our sleepovers fresh and unforgettable.
First, let's dive deeper into the 'Pick a Pen' challenge. Setting it up is super easy. All you need is a bunch of colored pens – I usually grab a pack with at least 5-7 different colors – and a cute jar or cup. A pink cup, like the one we used, adds to the aesthetic! Now for the fun part: assigning tasks to each color. We love getting creative with these! For example, red could be 'Call Your Crush and say hi!', blue might be a 'Free Pass' (everyone loves those!), green could be 'Play Kiss/Marry/Kill with the person to your left,' yellow for 'Reveal a Lie or Secret you've never told,' purple for 'Give someone a hug or a kiss on the cheek,' and maybe orange for 'Show the last photo you took on your phone.' The key is to make the tasks a mix of funny, daring, and a little bit revealing. The best part is seeing everyone's reactions when they pick their pen! It’s such a simple concept but it always leads to the funniest memories and a ton of laughs.
If you're looking for variations on the 'fill the jar' theme, we've totally tried the 'Skittles game' or 'M&M game' too! Instead of pens, you use different colored candies, and each color corresponds to a different question or dare. It's a sweet twist on the original and delicious if you get to eat the candy afterward! Just make sure you write down the rules for each color beforehand so everyone knows what they're getting into.
But sleepovers aren't just about one game, right? We always have a lineup ready! Beyond the jar games, classic 'Truth or Dare' never gets old. We keep a list of pre-written truths and dares on slips of paper in a bowl to avoid those awkward silences. Charades is another fantastic icebreaker, especially if you get creative with categories like 'movie titles' or 'famous TikTok dances.' And for a cozy vibe, we love playing board games like 'Cards Against Humanity' (if everyone's old enough!) or 'What Do You Meme?'. They always get everyone cracking up.
Now, sometimes we like to add a tiny sprinkle of mystery, almost like the 'paranormal games to play at sleepovers' vibe, but super light. We might dim the lights, grab some flashlights, and tell our favorite scary stories. Nothing too terrifying, just enough to get those goosebumps going! Or we'll do a fun 'future telling' activity with a DIY cootie catcher or a simple tarot card spread (for fun, of course!). It's not truly paranormal, but it adds that fun, spooky element.
To make sure your sleepover is the absolute best, remember a few extra tips:
Snacks are essential! Popcorn, pizza, candy – fuel for all that gaming.
Have a killer playlist: Good music sets the mood.
Comfy setup: Lots of blankets, pillows, and cozy spots.
Photo booth props: Silly hats, glasses, and signs make for hilarious memories.
Wind-down activity: A movie marathon or face masks are great for relaxing after all the excitement.
No matter what games you choose, the most important thing is to have fun and make amazing memories with your friends. These games are just a starting point for an unforgettable night!