Fun Things To Do At A Sleepover For An Unforgettable Night

Nothing can sound more exciting than a party that lasts from dusk till dawn. Yes, we are hinting at a sleepover’s unforgettable night. Sleepover parties are fun and on-trend. They give you some quality time to interact with your friends and can include games, food, movies, and interesting activities. If you are planning to have a sleepover with your friends or one for your kids, take cues from our article on how to get started. This post lists some interesting things to do at a sleepover, from dynamic ideas and games to engaging activities for your next sleepover. We’ve also included some tips on how to handle any unexpected situations that may arise during the sleepover. Read on.

Fun Things To Do At A Sleepover

A perfect sleepover needs some awesome ideas to make it trendy and unforgettable. Set a cool plan and arrange the essentials accordingly to spend the night filled with fun activities. It doesn’t involve much cost yet can be a satisfying and heart-filled experience for teenagers and children. If you are uncertain of things to do at a sleepover, here are some tips to get you started.

Exciting Sleepover Activities For Teens

• Truth Or Dare

It is one of the most common games that teenagers play during a sleepover. They can spend their night playing truth or dare with a mere bottle or a spinner. The rules are simple. If a player opts for truth, they need to answer funny questions fairly. If one chooses dare, they must do the task set by the other members. This game is enjoyable in groups and ideal for sleepovers.

• Blindfolded Makeover Game

Your friend will have some basic makeup items, right? How about a blind makeover? Choose basic makeup like eyeliner, mascara, foundation, and lipstick. Blindfold a friend and ask her to put on makeup without seeing. Click loads of pictures – this is sure to turn out funny. Add photos to laugh at later. Also, making sure allergies are not a problem with any guests. Be sure to have a place to wash up afterwards.

• Camera Game

This game can up the mood of your sleepover party. It requires a self-timer camera where everyone needs to make funny expressions, taking selfies within the period. You can also sit in a circle and pass the phone quickly before the flash goes on. You will end up with some hilarious selfies.

• Naming Tune

Bored playing other games? Why not try music to add some humor and fun to the slumber party? Put on instrumental songs and try identifying them. The person who guesses the most number of songs wins the game! A similar concept is to offer fun clothing to dress up and walk a runway showing off the rock n’ roll outfits with music.

• Facial And Spa

Don’t you get the opportunity to pamper your skin and body? Here’s an idea! Plan a facial for all your friends at the sleepover. Relax and get nourished and glowing skin. You can also opt for a hair spa or full-body spa. Hire a salon professional, and you are all good to go.

Quick Tip

You can always enjoy a fun movie night if all else fails. Have a list of your favorite movies ready alongside plenty of snacks and drinks.

Things To Do When You Are Bored At A Sleepover

• DIY Pizza

Bored playing games? Why don’t you bake some pizzas? Prepare a homemade dough, spread pizza or Schezwan sauce, and top it with your favorite chicken sausage or pepperoni. Bake it and say cheese!

• Decorate Cupcakes

How about a competition decorating cupcakes with sprinkles, frosting, and chocolate sauce? Get ready for the sugar rush and gorge on them later. Have some fun, and you can thank us later!

• Karaoke At Home

Are you a good singer or notorious for bathroom singing? Whatever be the case, play the tune and sing along with your favorite band. Set up a karaoke at home with some Disney tunes, and you are all set to go.

• Go For Manicures

Remove your old nail polish and treat your nails and cuticles to some TLC! Manicures are the best way to lift your mood. Soak your hands in warm water and treat and paint your nails with your favorite color. You can also use nail stamps to make it more creative.

• Set Up An Indoor Camp

Set up an indoor camp if you cannot go on an actual one. You can set it up and arrange the food and decor during the sleepover party. If you do not have tents, you can use blankets and pillows to make a pillow fort instead! Once all is set up, you can gather around, well, the lamp and play camp games such as charades, tell each other stories, and sing your favorite songs for the best indoor camping sleepover experience.

• Plan A Scavenger Hunt

Split your friends into teams and give them a time limit to find things from a cleverly curated scavenger hunt list. Make sure the clues do not overlap. This is a fun game that will keep everyone engaged and competitive. Reward the winning team with a special gift to make things even more exciting and memorable.

• Host A Creative Crafting Session

Get crafty with your friends and strengthen your bonds through creativity. Consider interesting items to make together like DIY friendship bracelets for face masks. This is a perfect idea to add some fun and creativity to your night. You and your friends can experiment with various stationery elements to create souvenirs for lasting memories. So, grab some paints, brushes, beads, strings, and scissors to begin your sleepover night!

Quick Tip

Have an impromptu dance party to liven up the mood at a boring sleepover. Play the latest songs and challenge your friends to a dance-off. Come up with ridiculous moves to make the whole thing more fun.

A sleepover with friends is an unforgettable experience. So, have a blast with some snacks, homemade cookies, and desserts. There are infinite things to do at a sleepover with your friends. Here’s how!

Things To Do With Friends At A Sleepover

• Pajama Party

Girls’ night ideas

like pajama parties are synonymous with sleepovers. Buy similar-looking pajamas and dance along. Posting your snaps on social networks can earn numerous likes! Add wine, cheesecakes, and snacks to the menu list.

• Play Charades

Make your slumber parties even more interesting with midnight charades. Choose chits of paper and act out the clues written on them. The team that guesses the correct answer wins. This is a great slumber party game for all ages, especially with friends.

• Movie Night

Are you fond of web series or have a huge crush on an actor? Organize a cool movie and set up a projector. Keep plenty of pillows and homemade snacks handy. You can also amp it up with a tutty-fruity punch. What else? Just lazy around and enjoy the movie! For summer movie nights, set up an outside screen for the movie and sleeping bags.

• Pancake Mission

Whip up pancakes with your buddies and make it a mission to complete them before your actual party begins. Top your craft with honey or whipped cream. You can even follow YouTube recipes and prepare delicious pancakes.

• Take The Fun  Out Of The  Room

Arrange an inflatable pool and enjoy a swimming pool slumber party. However, make sure the weather is convenient for such a plan. Put on your swimsuits and indulge in a sexy slumber party with your besties.

• Play Lawn Games

If you plan your sleepover on a pleasant summer day, get out and play lawn games. These games help you stay away from phones and build social bonds. You can play goofy games such as Flickin’ Chicken or more strategic ones such as Kubb.

• Put Up A DIY Ice Cream Sundae Bar

Set a DIY ice cream sundae bar at home by gathering fun and yummy ingredients like ice creams in varied flavors, sauces, toppings, and other baked goodies. Create your dream ice cream sundaes to satisfy your sweet teeth. There is nothing quite like enjoying an ice cream with your friends.

Quick Tip

You and your friends can also enjoy a DIY fashion show. Repurpose old clothes and stationery items to create your own masterpieces. Do not forget to have a photoshoot wearing them.

You may also try girls’ sleepover games like a pillow fight. However, if you have the heart to try out something scary and innovative at your sleepover, you can try out these scary and ground-breaking ideas given below.

Scary Things To Do At A Sleepover

• Ouija Board Game

This game can be fun and not so funny if you do not read and follow the instructions properly. The Ouija game inclines to call upon the spirits, which help to communicate with the other world. So, the result of the game might not be pleasant, and it should always be played with precautions. But if you are really into it, give it a try! For underage attendees, be sure parents are okay with this event. Some parents are very strict with “cult-like” themes.

• Explore A Haunted Area

Is there a cemetery nearby your friend’s house? Or an old mansion, maybe hundreds of years old? You can get yourself loaded with lights and cameras to discover the place. Make sure that all of you have great connectivity with mobile phones. You can also visit a cemetery at around 3 a.m. and experience the eerie happenings. Want to try it out?

• Watch Horror Movies

Dim the lights of your room and watch horror movies with your friends. Some typical movies of this genre, such as Grudge, The Rites, or The Exorcist can be really scary in the middle of the night. Have dad or big brother knock on the window at the scariest part of the movie to give the group a reason to scream.

Some other scary games to play include Blue Baby and Roblox games like Dead Silence. You can also include pillow fights, ghost stories, pranks, or add some pampering spa treatments to make the night memorable and fun!

Hollie, a blogger, shares some of the best sleepover experiences of her life in her blog. Since she couldn’t choose one, she mentioned all the memorable ones with her best friends. Recalling one of her sleepovers, she writes, “The nights I, Becca, and Hirst watched horror movies and pooed ourselves. There was the time at Becca’s when we ate our weight in chicken nuggets and then watched Insidious. Becca was so creeped out she carried a knife around the house with her for the rest of the night (i).”

These ideas are perfect for teenagers and adults, but what about a sleepover for kids? Kids can bond, create lively memories, and strengthen their friendship during sleepovers. In the next section, we have listed some creative and interesting activities that kids will enjoy on a sleepover. Keep scrolling. 

Engaging Sleepover Activities For Kids

• DIY Craft Station

Set up a crafting station with necessary supplies like stationary (paper, sketch pens, and colors) and accessories. Children can paint, create different artwork, or make bracelets. To keep the station organized and tidy, consider using storage containers or shelves to store the supplies. The variety of options will not only boost their creativity but also encourage them to create meaningful keepsakes. 

• Storytelling Circle

Forming a storytelling circle is a fun way to build a meaningful story with the contributions of each child. Encourage each kid to add two or three sentences to the story and see how their creativity culminates into a beautiful story. This improves their imagination and enhances their listening skills. 

• Dance Party

Organize a mini dance party with various cute props. Play a soulful and cheerful playlist and let the children showcase their skills. This activity not only promotes enjoyment but also allows them to express themselves through dance. 

These fun activities during a sleepover offer essential social, cognitive, and emotional benefits. They create meaningful memories that foster personal growth and develop social relations. For instance, the DIY Craft Station can enhance cognitive skills, the storytelling activity can improve social skills, and the dance party can boost emotional expression. Scroll down to the next section to understand the benefits. 

Benefits Of Fun Activities At A Sleepover

Sleepovers are more than just staying up late and making fun memories with your buddies. Interesting sleepover activities offer a range of benefits, such as strengthening friendships, boosting mental peace, and developing problem-solving skills. Keep reading to understand the advantages of including fun activities at a sleepover. 

1. Strengthen Friendships: Fun activities encourage teamwork and develop bonds. They create memories and shared experiences that they will cherish for the rest of their lives. A slow, but eventful night will foster trust and understanding between friends. 
2. Develop Communication Skills: Sleepovers inspire people to engage in deep discussions and express their feelings earnestly. If fun activities like role-playing or storytelling games are involved, people can improve their communication skills and ultimately develop confidence in speaking their mind in social settings. 
3. Boost Creativity: Sleepovers offer infinite opportunities for people to think out of the box and plan creative games. These games or activities push people to broaden their perspectives and express themselves in strikingly different ways. 
4. Develop Problem-Solving Skills: Certain sleepover activities like puzzles or strategic board games engage your mind intently, compelling you to think critically. These games ultimately develop your practical skills and help you think logically in crucial situations. 
5. Promote A Sense Of Belonging: Sleepover activities reinforce a sense of belonging and togetherness. They make people feel valued, loved, and appreciated, boosting self-confidence and self-esteem. 
6. Encourage Healthy Socialization: Playing sleepover activities with friends in a non-judgemental setup allows for healthy interactions. These conversations teach important social skills like patience, respect, gratitude, and compromise, which ultimately help individuals develop good social relations.

So, as you have understood, sleepover activities help people grow emotionally and socially. But, sleepovers can only be fun and meaningful when safety is ensured. In the next section, we have shared the basic precautions to take for a smooth night for both the hosts and the attendees. Continue reading. 

Safety Tips For Hosting And Attending A Sleepover

A pleasant sleepover experience requires careful planning and awareness of different aspects. Whether hosting or attending a sleepover, the following tips will help you ensure a happy and memorable experience. Check them out. 

For Hosts

• Discuss with your parents or guardians about the sleepover plan. Share the details like the guest list and house rules. This not only keeps them in the loop but also makes them feel responsible for the safety of the event. Set clear boundaries regarding curfew time. 
• Arrange the emergency contact list of the parents’ phone numbers. Also, keep a note of the phone numbers of emergency services, such as nearby hospitals. 
• Clear out your space and remove dangerous items like sharp objects and inflammable items to avoid hazards. If you have pets, consider whether they should interact with the guests. 
• Consider the food allergies of the guests and arrange the menu accordingly. Additionally, note dietary restrictions, if any. 

For Attendees

• Inform your parents where the sleepover is and how long it will be. State how they can reach you in case your phone’s battery dies.  
• Pack all the essentials like electronics, medicines, hygiene products, and a set of comfortable clothes. 
• Respect the host’s house rules such as curfew times, noise limit, and designated rooms for activities. 
• Avoid disruptive behaviors and respect the adults in the house. If something feels odd or you feel uncomfortable, reach out to a trusted adult immediately.

Infographic: 5 Fun And Memorable Things To Do At A Sleepover

Sleepovers are fun and unforgettable. They allow you to spend quality time with your friends or loved ones all night. While you can gossip the night away, it is interesting to add some fun games to make them more exciting. Check out the infographic below for some interesting activities for your next sleepover.

Illustration: StyleCraze Design Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should my friend sleep at a sleepover?

You can always share a room. However, if your bed is not big enough, you can put down a mattress or an air bed or set up a couch for your friend.

What time should a sleepover start and end?

It all depends on the age of the individuals. The typical start time for a sleepover is between 5 and 6 p.m., giving plenty of time for snacks, games, and movies. Morning pick-up can begin as early as 9 a.m after a hot breakfast.

What age is OK for sleepovers?

This largely depends on what suits your child’s comfort level, but kids usually start having sleepovers from the age of 7. Let other parents know the event will have parental supervision for the entire event.

Illustration: Fun Things To Do At A Sleepover For An Unforgettable Night

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