Conversation starters provide a lively and engaging way to encourage meaningful interactions and help everyone connect on a deeper level. With a variety of prompts, each one offers a fresh opportunity to learn about each other and share memories. Simple to play yet full of opportunities to connect and bond, this activity will have everyone chatting, reflecting, laughing, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.

1. Come Together: Gather around the dinner table, fireplace, or living room—somewhere cozy and comfortable.

2. Prepare: Put away all phones and screens to ensure everyone stays fully engaged.

3. Create: Write conversation prompts on slips of paper and place them in a jar or bowl, or use a prompt card deck if available.

4. Play: Take turns drawing a prompt and answering it, then open it up to discuss as a group. There are no right or wrong answers—just a chance to share and connect.

5. Wrap Up: End the session with a final prompt for each of you to answer: “What is something you’re grateful for about someone else in the group?” This helps close the conversation with gratitude and positivity. You can either each share something nice about one person, or you can say something kind about the person to your left or right.

EXAMPLE PROMPTS:

1. What is a holiday memory from childhood that makes you smile?
2. What’s something new you want to try in the coming year?
3. What’s a recipe or dish that always reminds you of the holidays?
4. If we could travel anywhere next holiday season, where would you want to go?
5. What’s a habit or tradition we’ve created together that you’re grateful for?
6. What is a song that always makes you feel festive?