The magic of Christmas is already enchanting enough, but when you add unicorns into the mix, you get a celebration that's pure whimsy and wonder. Unicorns symbolize joy, imagination, and dreams, making them the perfect theme for holiday games. If you're looking for exciting ways to entertain children during the holiday season, these unicorn-themed Christmas games will do just that. Whether you're hosting a Christmas party or simply want to add a little magic to your festive family gathering, these games are sure to keep kids engaged, laughing, and immersed in the holiday magic.

1. Pin the Horn on the Unicorn

This game is a magical spin on the classic “Pin the Tail on the Donkey.” Children will love trying to “pin” a horn onto a unicorn, all while blindfolded!

Materials:

• Large poster or printout of a unicorn (without the horn)
• Colorful construction paper or glittery cardstock (for the horn)
• Double-sided tape
• Blindfolds

How to Play:

1. Hang the unicorn poster on the wall at an appropriate height for children.
2. Cut out several unicorn horns from colorful or glittery paper.
3. Attach double-sided tape to the back of each horn.
4. Blindfold the children one by one and ask them to try and attach the horn to the unicorn’s head.
5. The player who gets closest to the correct spot wins the game!

This game brings tons of laughs and is perfect for a unicorn-themed Christmas party. For added fun, you can create different versions of the game by changing the colors of the horn or having children "decorate" the unicorn as they play.

2. Unicorn Scavenger Hunt

A unicorn scavenger hunt is a delightful way to add some adventure to your holiday festivities. It’s a wonderful way to get children exploring and working together as they search for magical unicorn items hidden around your home or yard.

Materials:

• A list of unicorn-themed objects (such as a glittery unicorn ornament, a unicorn stuffed animal, a rainbow-colored ribbon, etc.)
• Small baskets or bags for collecting items
• Clue cards (optional)

How to Play:

1. Before the game begins, hide the unicorn-themed items in various places around the house or yard.
2. Create a list of the items or clues leading to each treasure.
3. Divide the children into teams or allow them to play individually.
4. Set a time limit for the hunt. The team or child who collects the most items in the allotted time wins.

To make it extra magical, turn the scavenger hunt into a fantasy story, where the children are “unicorn protectors” searching for enchanted treasures to save the unicorn kingdom.

3. Unicorn Charades

A magical twist on the classic charades game, Unicorn Charades involves acting out everything from unicorn-related activities to Christmas-themed actions. It’s perfect for kids with big imaginations!

Materials:

• Slips of paper with unicorn and Christmas-themed actions or characters written on them (examples include “flying on a unicorn,” “wrapping a present,” or “building a snowman”)
• Timer

How to Play:

1. Write down unicorn and Christmas-related actions or characters on pieces of paper and place them in a hat or bowl.
2. Divide the children into teams. One player draws a slip of paper and acts out the action or character without speaking.
3. The other players try to guess what it is. Set a timer for each round.
4. The team with the most correct guesses wins!

This game encourages creativity and is a fantastic way to get kids to engage with the whimsical world of unicorns, all while embracing the Christmas spirit.

4. Unicorn Bingo

A unicorn-themed Bingo game is a fun and easy way to keep children entertained. It’s perfect for a large group and can be played in just a few minutes, with lots of laughs along the way.

Materials:

• Printable Unicorn Bingo cards (with images of unicorns, rainbows, glitter stars, and Christmas symbols)
• Unicorn-themed markers (buttons, candy pieces, or coins)
• Calling cards with unicorn-related images or words

How to Play:

1. Hand out the Unicorn Bingo cards and markers to the children.
2. The caller will draw a card with an image or word (like “Unicorn with a rainbow mane” or “Sparkly star”).
3. The children mark the matching images on their Bingo cards.
4. The first child to complete a row (vertically, horizontally, or diagonally) shouts “Bingo!” and wins.

This game can be adapted for different age groups, and you can offer small prizes, like unicorn stickers or unicorn-shaped candy, to the winners.

5. Decorate a Unicorn Cookie

Baking and decorating cookies is a fantastic Christmas activity, and adding a unicorn theme makes it even more magical. This game allows children to show off their artistic skills while enjoying a sweet treat.

Materials:

• Plain sugar cookies or gingerbread cookies
• Icing (white, purple, pink, and glittery colors)
• Unicorn-themed sprinkles, candy eyes, and edible decorations
• Mini unicorn figurines (optional for decoration)

How to Play:

1. Bake a batch of plain sugar cookies or gingerbread cookies and let them cool.
2. Set up a decorating station with various colored icings, sprinkles, and other edible decorations.
3. Allow the children to decorate their cookies to look like unicorns. They can create unicorn horns, rainbow manes, and glittery details.
4. Once everyone has decorated their cookies, enjoy them together or allow the children to take them home as a magical Christmas treat.

This activity allows for creativity and also results in delicious (and magical) results!

6. Unicorn Craft Station

A unicorn-themed craft station is an ideal activity for children who love to create. It’s a perfect way to get them crafting holiday decorations, gifts, or even unicorn-themed accessories.

Materials:

• Construction paper, glitter, stickers, and foam shapes
• Glue, scissors, markers, and crayons
• Templates for unicorn masks, ornaments, or unicorn cards

How to Play:

1. Set up a craft station with all the necessary materials.
2. Provide templates or ideas for crafts such as unicorn masks, unicorn ornaments, or magical holiday cards.
3. Let the children’s imaginations run wild as they design their unicorn-themed crafts.
4. Once completed, the children can take their creations home or hang them up as part of the holiday décor.

This activity is perfect for keeping children entertained and creative while also providing a keepsake from the event.

7. Unicorn Says (Simon Says)

A unicorn-themed twist on the traditional Simon Says game, this activity is great for active children who enjoy following commands and moving around. With a little magic sprinkled in, this game will become a holiday favorite.

How to Play:

1. The “Unicorn” (the leader) gives commands such as “Unicorn says, ‘Hop like a unicorn!’” or “Unicorn says, ‘Pretend to fly!’”
2. Children must only follow the instructions that start with “Unicorn says.” If “Unicorn” gives a command without saying “Unicorn says,” the children must not follow it.
3. Any child who follows an incorrect command is out until the next round.

This game encourages listening skills, physical activity, and, of course, a lot of unicorn-themed fun!