All of the Best Ideas for a Teen/Tween Sleepover

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Slumber parties and sleepovers mean endless snacks, silly games, pillow fights, and best of all—very little sleep! But teens and tweens are famously hard to please, so you definitely want to have amazing activities at the ready. That’s where we come in. Below, you’ll find activities that are bound to impress your teen and their friends, making for the best sleepover party ever. And even better, we’ve included plenty of free, easy, low-maintenance activities that won’t take up a ton of space on our list; so whatever you’re going for, we’ve got you covered!

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Camp Out (Or Inside)

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    Have a fun yard and decent weather? Then grab a tent, warm clothes, and sleeping bags so your guests can fall asleep under the stars. Or, if you don’t have those things—trust us, camping inside can be just as fun. Lean into the theme by giving them stuff for s’mores (even if they’re microwaved), a flashlight for ghost stories, and a deck of cards for games. If you hear laughter coming from the tent, that’s a sign that you did your job well! You can also try: [1]
    • Making a blanket fort : for a fun twist on an indoor camping-themed sleepover, give the kids tons of pillows, blankets, and sheets to make a pillow fort palace!
    • Trampoline camping: If you have a trampoline (and good weather), then who needs a tent? Have your guests lay sleeping bags on the tramp—it’s perfect for a night of stargazing!
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Movie Marathon

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    A movie night might sound like a simple activity, but there are tons of easy ways to spice things up. create bingo cards based on the movie(s) you choose. For example, if you’re watching Disney movies, add squares like “Evil Villain Laugh” or “Love at First Sight.” The first person to fill their squares wins! You could also try: [2]
    • Asking everyone to bring their favorite movie, then holding a “raffle,” where your movie queue is decided by drawing the titles they brought at random!
    • Set up a delish ice cream sunday station for ultimate comfort and coziness.
    • Make your home feel like a real theater by collecting fake tickets and making a “concession stand” in your kitchen.
3

Scavenger Hunt

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    Give your guests a list of items to race to collect. Or, set up clues to lead them to different places in the house or neighborhood. [3]
    • Clues could include code-cracking, riddles, or jigsaw puzzles.
    • Give your guests an incentive with a prize at the end (like a delish dessert!)
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4

Night Games

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    There are so many games night games to play, each one more fun than the last. If you have space outdoors, try capture the flag, kick the can, ghost in the graveyard, hide and go seek tag, or glow stick volleyball. Make things more exciting by playing best 2 out of 3, and give the winning team a prize! If your indoors, try these games: [4]
    • Hide and go seek in the dark
    • Flashlight tag
    • Marco polo in the dark
5

Murder Mystery

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    Get a murder mystery game kit with the appropriate skill level to interest the group, or create your own . Either way, one thing’s for sure: teens will love it. A murder mystery party is full of drama, fun, and excitement—the more detailed you get, the more fun it’ll be! You could try: [5]
    • Telling guests to bring costumes, or having them ready when they arrive.
    • Decorate your home to fit the theme.
    • Ask your guests to stay in character, and set a good example by doing the same yourself!
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Pop Star Karaoke

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    Use a karaoke machine or search for karaoke-style videos online (these are really easy to find nowadays!). If you want to raise the stakes, host a talent show, maybe even with a theme in mind. Or, try: [6]
    • Having a box of costumes at the ready, with accessories like boas and sunglasses.
    • Act as an MC and give silly, fun intros to every individual performance.
    • Do a “karaoke roulette,” where you play a funny song that everyone knows—then choose the singer at random!
7

Home Music Video

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    There are so many routes to go with this one! These days, teens are all about posting dances, spoofs, and music videos on apps like TikTok. So how can you help make that even more fun? Try: [7]
    • Offering to do the camerawork
    • Helping them organize the video and all of it’s shots
    • Pulling together costumes that can make the video more dramatic and fun
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Glamour Photo Shoot

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    Set up a space in your house with a cool background and photo shoot props . Give guests different costumes or outfits to choose from. Play energetic music by artists that your teens like to get them dancing and moving around. Then just say cheese and snap away! [8]
    • These photos can make a sweet souvenir for the night. Print them out or make photo gifts for your guests later.
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Spa Night

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    First, and out sheet face masks and make cucumber water for your guests to enjoy throughout the night. Ask them to bring their favorite PJs, set them up with a movie while they relax, or play calming white noise in the background. They’ll feel totally pampered!
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Baking Competition

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    Whether you go with cookies, brownies, cupcakes, or s’mores, your guests are bound to be thrilled (and full). Help everyone create the backed good of their dreams, and encourage them to get creative. Then, in the end, act as their official judge and eventually crown a winning group! [10]
    • Just make sure your oven has room for everyone to use it.
    • Or, for a simpler version, have a root beer making competition instead!
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Pizza Making

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    Give every guest a single-sized portion of store-bought pizza dough. Set a toppings bar with different sauces, proteins, and chopped-up veggies. [11]
    • Guests can make their personal pizza however they like (without any arguing over pineapple on pizza), then cook it up in the oven!
    • Follow the instructions on your store-bought dough for oven temperature and cooking times.
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Crafting Corner

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    Some popular projects are to make friendship bracelets , slime, or tie dye shirts. If you make slime or tie dye shirts , set up a large area with towels to avoid any mess. [12]
    • Not only are crafts a great activity, but then all your guests will have a sleepover souvenir to take home!
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Pillow Fight!

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    Prepare your guests with safety rules, like avoiding sharp edges and only hitting with the pillow. The only other thing you need is plenty of fluffy, then to get out of the danger zone quick! [13]
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Boardgame Night

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    Learn card games like Spoons or Speed . Play M.A.S.H , Truth or Dare, or Charades for classic party fun. When in doubt, pull out Twister to get everyone toppling over, either by the game or with giggles! [14]
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