Snow is falling, and team spirit is calling! Step away from the screens and into festive challenges, creative celebrations, and heartwarming charity projects that spread cheer inside and outside the office.

Holiday team building is all about laughing together, celebrating success, and making merry memories that last well beyond the season—no awkward office parties required.

Big or small, merry or bright, these holiday activities spark joy, boost morale, and leave your team connected and smiling long after the lights come down.

Holiday Team Building Activities

Meal Pack Give Back

Every meal matters. Every connection does, too. This isn’t your typical volunteer day—it’s a fast-paced, feel-good food packing experience where teamwork meets impact. In this fully tax-deductible event, your group will throw on hairnets, roll up their sleeves, and dive into scooping, measuring, and packing thousands of meals for families facing food insecurity.

meal pack give back

Team Chili Cook-Off Contest

In this fiery competition, teams start with the basics—meat and tomatoes—but to create the ultimate chili, they’ll need to barter, strategize, and tackle fun challenges to gather all the ingredients. It’s not just about cooking; it’s about creativity, collaboration, and a dash of friendly competition. As the aroma fills the air, teams also craft a brand name and marketing plan for their chili masterpiece. Judging is based on taste, presentation, and creativity, but the real win is the camaraderie and memories made.

A group of six participants posing at a team building chili cook-off event behind their table. The table displays a sign reading 'One and Done Chili' with a description and a tray of chili servings garnished with toppings. The participants are smiling and wearing 'Chili Cook-Off' aprons.

Foodbank Showdown

In this high-energy, philanthropic twist on “The Price Is Right,” teams compete in trivia and grocery-themed challenges to earn Showdown Coupons. These coupons are then exchanged for real food items, which are packed into care packages for local families in need. It’s a fun, fast-paced way to boost morale, enhance teamwork, and make a tangible impact on your community—all in one event!

Team collaborates on a Foodbank Showdown challenge, using teamwork and strategy to complete a grocery-themed activity while preparing care packages for donation to local families in need.

The Ultimate Holiday Party

Bring fun and festive team building to your workplace! Experience the ultimate holiday office party games, where creativity, fun, and giving back come together in timed rounds of exciting activities that are sure to make even the office Grinch grin with yuletide joy!

Team members showcase their holiday spirit in festive sweaters during a fun-filled team building holiday party.

Festive Scavenger Hunt

There’s nothing quite like a high-tech holiday scavenger hunt that’s a true Festivus for the rest of us! Your team will experience the thrill of something new together, blending exhilarating adventure with wacky seasonal challenges and festive antics that perfectly capture the spirit of the Festivus holiday!


Your team deserves to be treated and celebrated this month! Be sure to check out all of our activities to find the right fit for your team.

Camille VanBuskirk

Content Marketing Manager

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