Make this Easter extra special with games that bring faith and fun together! Whether you’re planning for Easter Sunday school, a church picnic, or a youth group event, these activities will keep everyone engaged. There’s something for every age, from exciting relays to creative crafts, Easter activities and Bible-themed challenges. Get ready for laughter, learning, and a whole lot of Easter joy!
Interactive Group Games
Christian Simon Says
A faith-based version of Simon Says where all commands relate to Bible stories or Christian actions (e.g., “Simon says pray,” “Simon says march like Noah’s animals,” “Simon says lift your hands in worship”).
Materials: None needed, but you can download this free list of prompts to help get you started!
Tips: Use a mix of fast and slow movements to keep the game exciting. Include fun Bible-themed motions like “Act like David dancing” or “Pretend to feed 5,000 people.” Keep rounds quick so more players get a turn to lead.
Jesus’ Journey Charades
Players act out different events from Jesus’ journey to the cross and resurrection while their team guesses. Examples include Jesus riding a donkey, washing the disciples’ feet, or rolling away the stone.
Materials: Slips of paper with Bible story actions, a bowl for drawing, a timer.
Tips: Use simpler actions for younger kids. Let teams discuss answers before guessing. Provide a short Bible explanation after each round to reinforce the lesson.
“He is Alive!” Letters
Teams race to find hidden letter cards that spell out “He is Alive!” and arrange them in the correct order. The first team to complete the phrase wins!
Materials: Large letter cutouts spelling “He is Alive!” (one set per team), a space to hide letters.
Tips: Hide letters in easy-to-spot areas for younger kids and harder spots for older ones. Allow teamwork by letting teammates help search. Mix up the letters before handing them to teams for extra challenge.
One-Word Charades
A simplified version of charades where players act out a single word from a Bible story (e.g., “cross,” “sheep,” “ark”) while their team guesses.
Materials: Slips of paper with Bible-related words (download the list of words below to get started), a container or bowl to hold the prompts, and a timer.
Tips: Use easy words for younger kids (like “fish” or “crown”) and harder ones for older kids (like “parable” or “miracle”). Allow teams to pass if a word is too difficult.
Ten Commandments Relay
Teams race to place the Ten Commandments in the correct order by running to collect commandment cards and arranging them on a board.
Materials: Printed set of these Ten Commandments cards for each team, and a board or floor space for arranging them.
Tips: Number the cards for younger kids to help them place them correctly. Have a reference list nearby so kids can check their work. Read through the commandments at the end to reinforce learning.
Easter Egg Water Express
A fun outdoor game where players work together to transport water in Easter eggs from one bucket to another using only their hands. The team that fills their bucket first wins!
Materials: Plastic Easter eggs, water, two buckets per team.
Tips: Use larger eggs for younger kids and smaller eggs for older ones to make it more challenging. Set a timer to create excitement. Play in teams to encourage teamwork and cheering each other on.
Traditional Easter Games
Wacky Egg Roll
In this hilarious Easter game, players must roll plastic Easter eggs across the floor using only their noses! The first player to get their egg to the finish line wins. This game is perfect for all ages and guarantees plenty of laughter.
Materials: Plastic Easter eggs (one per player), painter’s tape or cones to mark start and finish lines, a smooth floor or grassy area.
Tips: Use lightweight plastic eggs to make rolling more challenging. For younger kids, use larger eggs or let them push with their hands instead. Add obstacles like pool noodles or small cones for an extra challenge.
Silly Easter Egg Hunt
Add a fun twist to the classic Easter egg hunt by giving players silly challenges to complete while collecting eggs. Instead of containing candy, each egg contains a slip of paper with directions for an activity. For example, they might have to hop like a bunny, spin in a circle, or walk backward to their next egg. This keeps kids engaged and laughing the whole time!
Materials: Plastic Easter eggs, slips of paper with silly challenges written on them, baskets or bags for collecting eggs.
Tips: Use easy and silly challenges so all ages can participate. Hide eggs in different difficulty levels to make it fun for everyone. Let kids trade challenges if needed so no one feels stuck.
Egg Toss
A fun (and slightly messy) game where partners stand across from each other and toss a plastic or real egg back and forth, taking a step back after each successful catch. The last team with an unbroken egg wins!
Materials: Plastic or real eggs, a large outdoor space.
Tips: Use plastic eggs filled with candy for a mess-free option. If using real eggs, play on grass to minimize cleanup. Have towels or wipes handy for easy cleanup!
Resurrection Eggs Relay
Teams take turns running to grab a “Resurrection Egg” and bring it back to their team. Each egg contains a small symbol of the Easter story (like a cross or a stone), and at the end, teams put the story of the resurrection of Jesus in order.
Materials: Resurrection Eggs kit (like this one) or make your own using plastic eggs, small Easter story symbols (printed pictures, tiny objects, or written clues), baskets for collecting eggs.
Tips: Number the eggs for young children to help them put the story in order. Read the story aloud at the end to reinforce the message. Use large printed images for a visual aid.
Easter Egg Decorating Contest
Players decorate Easter eggs using paint, stickers, or markers. Judges or a group vote decides the winners in categories like “Most Colorful” or “Silliest Design.”
Materials: Hard-boiled eggs or paper eggs, paint, markers, stickers, glitter, glue, and other decorating supplies.
Tips: Have a few example designs to inspire kids. Set up a drying area for painted eggs. Let everyone win by giving out fun category awards like “Best Use of Stickers” or “Most Creative.”
Easter Outdoor Games
Bunny Tag
Ready to be an Easter bunny? In this fun, energy-filled game, all players must hop like bunnies instead of running! One player starts as “It” and tries to tag others while everyone hops around to avoid being caught. Once tagged, a player must freeze in place until another bunny hops twice around them to set them free. The game continues until all bunnies are frozen or time runs out!
Materials: None needed.
Tips: Use a smaller playing area to keep the game exciting. Rotate who is “It” every few minutes to give everyone a chance. Play on grass or a soft surface to make hopping easier and safer.
Easter Egg Popping Contest
Players race to pop balloons (representing Easter eggs) by sitting on them, stomping, or squeezing them against a surface. The first to pop all their balloons wins!
Materials: Balloons (one per player), a grassy or padded area for safety.
Tips: Use different-colored balloons for each player to avoid confusion. Make sure kids have enough space to safely pop their balloons. Play upbeat music for extra energy!
Egg and Spoon Race
A classic balancing race where players carry an egg on a spoon and race to the finish line without dropping it. Older kids can hold the spoon in their mouth, younger kids can use their hands. It’s a great way to get some energy out before your Sunday school lesson!
Materials: Plastic or hard-boiled eggs, plastic spoons.
Tips: Use larger spoons for younger kids and smaller ones for older kids. Make it a relay race by passing the egg between teammates. For an extra challenge, have players walk backward or hop like a bunny.
In the Tomb, Out of the Tomb
Focus on the resurrection with this ’empty tomb’ game that’s a fun variation of “Simon Says”! The leader calls out “In the tomb!” and players crouch down, then “Out of the tomb!” and they jump up. The leader speeds up to challenge the players, and anyone who messes up is out.
Materials: None needed.
Tips: Make it extra fun by using dramatic voices when giving commands. Add different motions like “Roll the Stone” (pretend to push a heavy stone) to keep players engaged. Keep rounds quick so kids don’t stay out too long.
Roll the Stone Relay
For this fun game, teams race to roll a large ball (representing the stone from Jesus’ tomb) from one end of the field to the other and back.
Materials: Large exercise balls or medium-sized rubber balls.
Tips: Use different-sized balls for different age groups. Add obstacles or a zig-zag path for extra challenge. Have players work in pairs to make it a teamwork activity.
Bible-Themed Games
Bible Verse Scavenger Hunt
Players search for hidden Bible verses around the church or outdoor space. Each verse has a missing word, and the goal is to collect all the pieces and fill in the blanks correctly.
Materials: Printed Bible verse clues, baskets or bags for collecting clues. You can use this free printable set of cards to get started.
Tips: Use well-known verses to make it easier for younger kids. Hide clues in places that relate to the verse theme (e.g., near water for a verse about baptism).
Bible Story Bingo
A fun twist on traditional Bingo, where players match Bible story images or keywords instead of numbers. The first to complete a row wins!
Materials: Printable Bible story Bingo cards, markers or small objects to cover spaces.
Tips: Use pictures for younger kids and words for older ones. Read a short summary of each Bible story as you call it out to reinforce learning.
Bible Verse Memory Game
For this classic memory matching game, players flip over cards to find pairs—one card has the verse reference, and the other has part of the verse.
Materials: Index cards or printed cards with Bible verses and references. Or use a pre-made set like this one from Lisa at Fun Happy Home.
Tips: For little kids, match an image with a story name (eg. a whale image with the name ‘Jonah’). For group play, let kids work in teams to make it easier. Have players say the full verse when they find a match for extra memorization practice.
Bible Trivia Challenge
Players answer Bible-related questions to earn points or move forward in a game-style format. Questions can range from easy (Who built the ark?) to challenging (Name all 12 disciples).
Materials: Pre-made Bible trivia questions, buzzer or notecards, scoreboard.
Tips: Adjust questions based on age group. Let teams discuss answers to encourage teamwork. Give bonus points for reciting a related Bible verse.
Craft and Creative Games
Stained Glass Cross Craft
Kids create a beautiful “stained glass” cross using tissue paper and contact paper. When held up to the light, it looks like a colorful stained glass window like this one by Jaime at Hands On As We Grow.
Materials: Tissue paper in various spring colors, scissors, contact paper, and tape.
Tips: Pre-draw cross outlines for younger kids to make it easier. Let kids layer different colors for a more vibrant effect. Tape the finished crosses to a window to show off their designs.
Create Your Own Bible Scene
Kids use craft materials to create a 3D Bible scene inside a shoebox or on a piece of cardboard. They can recreate scenes like Jesus’ resurrection, Noah’s ark, or the Nativity.
Materials: Shoeboxes or cardstock, construction paper, markers, glue, small figurines, cotton balls, air-dry clay and other craft supplies.
Tips: Print out Bible story references so kids can read the story as they create. Use recycled materials like tissue paper and cardboard for added creativity. Let kids present their scenes and explain their meaning.
Easter Basket Making
Participants create their own Easter baskets using paper, felt, or woven materials, then fill them with small treats or Bible verse cards.
Materials: Paper plates, construction paper, felt, glue, staplers, scissors, small treats, Bible verse printouts.
Tips: Pre-cut basket shapes for younger kids. Let them personalize their baskets with stickers and names. Encourage kids to make an extra basket to give to a friend or someone in need.
If making a real basket is too hefty of a task, making a 2D basket like this one from Stacey at Simple Living Creative Learning is a quick and easy project for kids to make.
Popsicle Stick Cross
A simple yet meaningful craft where kids use popsicle sticks to create and decorate a cross as a reminder of Jesus’ sacrifice.
Materials: Popsicle sticks, glue, markers, paint, glitter, stickers, ribbon.
Tips: Provide optional decorations like small gems or foam stickers for extra creativity. Write a Bible verse on the back to reinforce the message. Use hot glue for a stronger hold if working with older kids.
Still looking for more creative craft ideas for Easter? Check out these 45 Easter Crafts for Kids next!
Quiet or Reflective Games
Easter Prayer Partners
A peaceful activity where players pair up and take turns praying for each other. They can share prayer requests or focus on Easter themes like gratitude, forgiveness, and new beginnings.
Materials: None needed, but optional prayer cards with prompts can help guide younger participants. Download a free list of prompts here to get started.
Tips: Pair older kids with younger ones for mentorship. Provide quiet background music to create a calm atmosphere. Offer a few optional prayer topics for those who aren’t sure what to say.
Easter Story Puzzle
Work together or individually to put together a puzzle that tells the Easter story. Each puzzle piece contains part of the story of Easter or an illustration, and once completed, a leader reads the full story aloud.
Materials: Pre-made Easter story puzzle (printed and cut into pieces) or a blank puzzle for kids to decorate.
Tips: Use larger puzzle pieces for younger children. For added learning, have kids take turns explaining the part of the story of Jesus shown on their piece before placing it.
More Easter Fun for Kids
Easter-themed Word Search
A relaxing but engaging activity where players search for Easter-related words (e.g., resurrection, cross, grace, lamb) hidden in a grid.
Materials: Printed Easter-themed word search puzzles (like this free set from Mommy Made That, pencils or markers.
Tips: Use different difficulty levels based on age groups. Offer a small prize or sticker for everyone who completes the search. Create a giant word search on a whiteboard for a group challenge.
Easter Reflection Art Gallery
Participants reflect on the meaning of Easter by creating artwork that represents their thoughts, feelings, or a key moment from the Easter story. Their pieces are then displayed in a “gallery” for others to see.
Materials: Paper, markers, paint, crayons, and optional decorations like stickers or glitter.
Tips: Encourage creativity by allowing abstract or symbolic art, not just literal depictions. Set up a “walk-through” where kids can explain their artwork to others. Play soft music in the background to create a peaceful atmosphere. For your youngest artists, use coloring pages related to Easter Time.
Celebrate Easter with Fun and Fellowship
Easter is all about joy, faith, and time spent together, so why not make it even more memorable with games everyone will love? Whether you’re racing, crafting, or testing your Bible knowledge, these are the best Easter games and activities to bring excitement and meaning to your Church Easter celebration. From little ones to adults, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready for laughter, friendly competition, and a whole lot of Easter fun! Happy Easter!