Parties

When the group has gathered and the evening threatens to sink into “so, where do you work” small talk, games come to the rescue. The right adult entertainment melts away awkwardness in five minutes, adds a thrill and some flirting, and turns an ordinary get-together into a night people retell to their friends afterward. Below is a lineup of tried-and-true adult party games 18+: from a gentle warm-up to genuinely bold. Choose according to the mood and the guest list. ...

A bachelorette party isn’t an obligation to “do it like everyone else” — it’s a chance to give the bride-to-be a night she’ll remember. Some dream of a loud party, others of a calm spa day with a glass of bubbly. A good bachelorette party is built around the personality of the star of the evening, not around other people’s expectations. We’ve gathered ideas and a ready-made framework for a plan so you can easily put together a celebration tailored to your group. ...

Forfeits are the very game that saved parties before the age of smartphones and keeps doing so today. A couple of minutes to explain the rules — and even people who barely know each other start laughing and chatting like old friends. The secret is simple: forfeits dissolve awkwardness and give an excuse for actions few people would dare do in an ordinary situation. Let’s look at how to play, which dares to choose, and how to tune the game to any group. ...

A good adult party isn’t about expensive liquor and a trendy playlist — it’s about everyone loosening up and genuinely enjoying the evening. The secret is simple: a well-thought-out game plan, a bit of daring, and the right entertainment to blow past the awkwardness of those first few minutes. This article lays out a clear plan for gathering the group, setting the tone, and running the evening so your guests leave smiling and asking to do it again. ...