Sleepovers are a timeless tradition where friends bond, share secrets, and create memories that you may even pass down to your kids someday. Whether you’re a teenager or an adult, sleepovers offer a chance to let loose, be silly, and enjoy each other’s company. After all, it is necessary to be kids every once in a while, or what will be the point of life? In our everyday lives, where we chase dreams, jobs, passion and always something after another, a sleepover offers a break from this chase where you have fun and endless talks with the people you love.
Sleepovers are meaningful because nothing can beat just laying down with your friends, sharing dreams, playing games, and having sill conversations over a mug of hot chocolate and some delicious snacks. So, if you are planning a sleepover, here are some of the best fun activities to do with your friends to make the night unforgettable.
Classic sleepover games
1. Truth or dare
This game is a sleepover staple, and for good reason. Players take turns answering a question truthfully or performing a dare. It’s a great way to get to know each other better and always leads to some hilarious moments. There are various fun ways to play this game. The most common one is 21 dares, and the other one is to buy a pack of trivia cards, which has two decks, one full of dares and one full of questions.
2. Charades or Pictionary
These games are perfect for a sleepover, as they are easy to play, many funny moments are created, and everyone can get involved.
3. Karaoke
Sing your hearts out to your favourite tunes solo or in groups. Nothing can beat singing songs loudly with your friends, no matter how ugly or beautiful your voice is, singing together sounds like happiness!
4. Would you rather
How can you not play Would You Rather at a Sleepover? It’s a tradition that sparks interesting conversations and debates. Present players with difficult choices and ask them to decide which option they prefer. This game sometimes even leads to sarcastic fights, and a sleepover would be missing without some.
5. Movie night
How can you not watch a favourite movie together? Everybody writes a movie’s name on a paper of chits, shuffle the chits and picks one, and that’s how you will decide what to watch without fighting over whose favourite movie you should all screen. You can even pick your favourite films or TV shows and have a marathon viewing session. You can also turn the lights off and watch a horror movie to see who gets the most afraid. A horror movie with friends often turns into a comedy-horror, and that’s exactly what sleepovers are about!
Creative sleepover ideas
1. DIY spa night
If you are having a girl’s sleepover, it would be a crime not to make each other feel like queens, as men fail to do so. It’s time for self-care! Set up a spa station with face masks, nail polish, and hair accessories. Put up some calming music and give each other manicures, pedicures, and facials for a relaxing and pampering experience because you deserve it.
2. Cooking or baking challenges
Every person shall prepare a dish or dessert, either from home or at the place where you’re having a sleepover. You can have a taste-testing competition and keep one gift for the person who wins. You can even prepare something at home together and have a fun session in the kitchen because cooking with friends is chaotic, and somehow, you still end up making some really unique but yummy food.
3. Indoor camping
Let’s make indoors adventurous by setting up a tent or a fort in your living room. You can share ghost stories or make some up. You can gossip—and that is not just a girl thing; boys gossip even more. You can spend quality time together over pizza and drinks.
4. Photobooth
Create a DIY photo booth with props, backdrops, and accessories. Take silly photos together to create memories that will last a lifetime. You can even decorate the booth with poppy lights and keep the room lights off to create a glowy and fun atmosphere.
5. Mystery game
Plan a mystery game in which players solve clues and puzzles to uncover hidden treasures. Before guests arrive, hide a few fun items like chocolates or funky jewellery. Give everybody a clue sheet and let them look around and find the items. This will create chaos, fun, and a lot of laughter.
Themed sleepovers
1. Harry potter theme
Transform your sleepover into Hogwarts with decorations and activities inspired by the wizarding world. Ask all your friends to dress up as their favourite character from Harry Potter and turn your childhood fantasy into reality. You can also write down a few dialogues from the movie on paper, and everybody can take turns guessing the characters’ dialogue. You can also keep a small prize for the one who makes the maximum correct guesses.
2. 80s or 90s retro
You can get nostalgic with a retro-themed sleepover featuring music, movies, and fashion from your favourite decade. You can also turn your sleepover into a disco, setting up lights and dancing your hearts out with each other, creating memories that will last forever.
3. Murder mystery theme
Host a murder mystery. Decorate your house with scary decorations, keeping the lights off with a small red light on for a suspenseful vibe. Prepare a storyline, character assignments, and backgrounds, including murder scenes, theories, suspects, accusations, and clues. Have your friends solve the murder mystery by gathering clues, interviewing suspects, and piecing together the events of the crime. Reveal the true culprit and solve the mystery.
Top 3 activities for a sleepover
1. Never have I ever (classic)
Choose your favourite drinks. Mocktails or soft drinks if you are a teenager and cocktails if you are an adult. Play the classic game of never have I ever, where everyone will take turns making statements starting with “never have I ever” about something you’ve never done. If you’ve done the thing, you will take a sip. Continue the game until only one person has some drink left in their glass that person wins.
2. Time-capsule sleepover (creative)
Create a time capsule sleepover where guests will write about their goals or aspirations and where they see themselves in the next 2 or 5 years. Decide a date and year together and open the letters on that day to see how far you’ve come.
3. Fictional sleepover (themed)
Turn your fantasy into reality and dress up as your favourite fictional character. Make a grand entry when you enter the house; you can also write down famous dialogues from several TV shows and movies, challenge each other, and find out who makes the most correct guesses. You will also find out who a real Netflix fan is.
Additional tips
- Plan ahead by coordinating with your friends to plan the sleepover, including the time, date, location, and activities.
- Ensure that everyone has a comfortable place to sleep, whether it’s a bed, couch, or sleeping bed.
- Plan a menu that includes a variety of snacks, meals, and beverages to keep everyone satisfied and energized throughout the sleepover.
- Establish ground rules and prioritize everyone’s safety and well-being throughout the sleepover.
Conclusion
Sleepovers are a special way to bond with friends, have fun, and create life-long memories. From funny and emotional to scary and serious, sleepovers are a unique blend of everything. With these ideas, you will be well on your way to hosting an unforgettable sleepover that you and your friends will cherish for years to come.
