15 Creative Group Activities For Adults

Looking for group activities for adults that will ensure your next social gathering is fun for your guests while still maintaining a level of maturity? Then Peerspace has you covered with this handy guide! As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, Peerspace is all about helping you book unique event venues that make all of your gatherings super stylish and enjoyable.

Perhaps you’re planning a day of team building exercises, or maybe you’re simply looking for ways to keep a group of adults busy and entertained during a social gathering. Whatever your reason, here are 15 creative group activities for adults to help you begin planning along with sensational Peerspace venues that bring them to life!

1. Rent out an event venue in your area courtesy of Peerspace

First on our list of group activities for adults is a blanket suggestion that’ll be helpful for a lot of the other ideas on this list: renting out a Peerspace near you as the setting for your activities! Peerspace listings can be rented by the hour for as long as you need the space, and they come in all different forms: modern and industrial lofts, historic and stately homes, adorable cabins, and outdoor spaces like rooftops and gardens. They’re also available across a range of budgets, sizes, aesthetics, and more. 

With tens of thousands of listings across hundreds of cities, whatever you’re looking for, there’s almost certainly a Peerspace that’ll fit the bill. Not to mention that the site’s detailed listings and easy-to-use search tool give you all the info you need to choose the ideal space! We’ll introduce you to a few awesome Peerspace rentals ahead.

2. Plan a team cooking competition

Looking for engaging group activities for adults? Then simply divide your group into two teams and have the teams compete to create the best dish. Be sure to assign at least a couple of people to taste the completed meals and judge the final winner! If you don’t have a space with a functional kitchen to use for this activity, you can even search Peerspace for kitchens available for rent near you.

One of our favorite examples is this commercial kitchen with loads of light and stainless steel appliances in New York City, NY. Talk to the host about arranging a private cooking class with a chef and then gather your group for a fun Chopped-style competition post cooking class!

3. Keep the laughter going during an improv comedy class

Attend a group improv class for a hilarious bonding experience that will also have the benefit of enhancing your communication skills with members of your group, as well as your ability to think creatively in a spontaneous way and in the heat of the moment.

4. Get creative with a DIY crafting day

Come up with some great DIY crafts for a variety of skill levels (here are a bunch of excellent suggestions of DIY crafting ideas for adults!), then gather all the supplies you’ll need for these crafts. Set up stations with the various crafting materials, provide instructions for the crafts you’ve planned, and allow your participants to rotate through the various stations for a fun and affordable group activity for adults.

Looking for a large, private outdoor space for gathering? Check out how and where to rent a backyard for a party next!

5. Make memories during movie night

You truly can’t go wrong with planning a movie night as your group activity! The hardest part will probably be finding a movie that everyone in attendance will enjoy, but if this is a challenge, you can always have a few movies ready and let the group vote on their final pick (as well as showing several movies, so everyone gets to see at least one movie they really enjoy). Be sure to provide snacks for everyone in attendance for a truly enjoyable and authentic experience!

6. Focus on wellness and plan a meditation retreat

Find a serene location where your group can travel to practice mindfulness and meditation together. Doing so will not only promote relaxation and self-awareness among the members of your group, but it’ll also allow everyone to feel more deeply connected by spending quality time together doing something truly enriching and fulfilling. Not to mention seriously beneficial for your mental health!

7. Get techy with it and host a geocaching treasure hunt

Or how about combining outdoor exploration and technology with a geocaching treasure hunt? It’s a great way to hone your group’s teamwork and problem-solving skills. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept of geocaching, here’s an excellent explanation of this unique treasure-hunting activity from National Geographic! It’s one of our favorite group activities for adults.

8. Head out to the great outdoors for a stargazing night

If possible, find a dark sky location near you (to maximize the visibility of the stars and the night sky). Then, head out for a night of stargazing and learning about constellations. This awe-inspiring and educational group activity will encourage curiosity and conversation among group members. And stargazing isn’t something that most of us get to do regularly!

9. Get active with a few rounds of paintball or laser tag

Many towns and cities have locations where you can sign up to play a few hours of paintball or laser tag. So if that sounds like a fun and appealing activity for your group, definitely consider giving this a try. (Just be sure to avoid this activity if intense competition and exercise—potentially running around for hours—aren’t up your alley.)

10. Get playful and plan a themed costume contest

Costume parties are already a ton of fun, but bringing in the element of competition by putting together a themed costume contest will encourage your guests to go all out with their costumes and bring their most creative selves to the event.

These smashing masquerade party ideas give you more creative oomph for your costume party planning fun!

11. Intice their palates with a world tour potluck

Have every participant prepare a dish from a different culture to put together a global feast that celebrates cultural diversity as well as the culinary skills of those involved. The best part is that everyone in attendance will have the chance to try all the different dishes, enjoying the delicious variety of options at your potluck!

12. Put down the devices and try a digital detox

We’re all much too attached to our screens, whether those are smartphones, tablets, laptops, or TVs. That’s why a “digital detox” can be so refreshing. So consider spending a full day without your electronic devices. Instead, engage in analog activities like getting outdoors, playing board games, and having meaningful conversations with those around you. 

13. Get a little messy and enjoy some tie-dye fun

Provide your group members with plain white T-shirts and tie-dyeing supplies so they can design their own custom T-shirts and come home with a fun party favor they created themselves!

14. Keep everyone on their toes and throw a karaoke night

A karaoke machine can make this easier, but all you’ll need is a microphone with a speaker and a TV with access to YouTube (where you can find countless karaoke versions of all your favorite songs). Embrace your inner rock star and celebrate your group’s singing talents. Even if group members aren’t great singers, karaoke is still an incredibly entertaining and engaging group activity!

If you and your group aren’t crazy about jamming into a karaoke club with a bunch of strangers, never fret. Peerspace can connect you to private karaoke spaces near you! For instance, check out this private karaoke room in Everett, WA. The host provides all the karaoke equipment you need plus a private and stylish room with NYC vibes.

15. Improve your neighborhood with a beach cleanup and bonfire

If you’re located near a beach and the weather allows, spend a day cleaning up a local beach. Then, follow this with a relaxing and celebratory bonfire—combining environmental responsibility with recreation and socializing!

Group activities for adults: conclusion

We hope these group activities for adults have inspired you to plan a fun-filled gathering. As you can see, setting is everything when you want to ensure your event is exciting for your guests. With Peerspace, you can easily book a stylish, amenity-packed event venue that will thrill your guests while making your hosting duties a whole lot easier.

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