There’s something magical about Valentine’s Day when laughter fills the house, paper hearts scatter across the floor, and everyone — kids, parents, and even grandparents — join in for a little fun. You don’t need a Pinterest-perfect setup or hours of prep to make the day special. What you really need are a few simple games that bring people closer, make memories, and leave your home echoing with giggles.
These Valentine’s Day games are my go-to favorites — easy to set up, budget-friendly, and bursting with heart. Whether you’re planning a classroom party, a cozy family night, or a small get-together with friends, these games will make your day feel extra sweet.
❤️ 1. Cupid’s Arrow Toss
All you need are some paper cups, a few straws, and heart-shaped paper “arrows.” Label the cups with different point values and line them up on a table or the floor. Players take turns blowing through the straw to send their paper arrow flying into a cup.
It’s simple, hilarious, and perfect for little ones (plus, it sneaks in some fine motor skill practice!).
🛒 You can grab a pack of colorful paper straws and heart stickers to decorate your arrows.
💌 2. Love Letter Relay
Split into teams and set up two baskets across the room. Each player has to run, grab a “love letter” (an envelope), and race back to drop it in the other basket before tagging the next teammate.
Make it extra fun by writing silly dares or sweet compliments inside the envelopes — like “Give someone a high five” or “Say something you love about Mom.”
🛒 Keep things cute with these pastel envelopes and heart-shaped note cards.
🧁 3. Valentine Cupcake Walk
A spin on the classic cake walk, but with cupcakes or cookies instead. Place paper hearts numbered 1–10 in a circle. As music plays, everyone walks around the hearts. When the music stops, draw a number — whoever is standing on it wins a cupcake!
It’s perfect for school parties or at-home fun when you want a mix of excitement and sugar.
🛒 Use these reusable heart templates and some colorful cupcake liners to tie the theme together.
💞 4. Match the Hearts
Cut a bunch of paper hearts in half with unique zigzag or curved patterns, then mix them all up. Players have to find their “heart match” by pairing the right halves together.
This game works beautifully for classroom settings or as an icebreaker for larger family groups. You can also turn it into a memory game by flipping hearts face down and finding the pairs that match.
🛒 Try these heart cardstock sheets for quick crafting.
💕 5. Valentine’s Bingo
A forever favorite! Create bingo cards with Valentine-themed icons — hearts, Cupid, chocolates, roses, love letters, etc. Use candy hearts as markers and let the giggles begin.
You can find printable templates online or make your own with colored paper and markers.
🛒 For an easy setup, grab a Valentine’s bingo kit — perfect for family or classroom play.
Games That Bring the Giggles (and a Little Friendly Competition)
Some of the best Valentine’s Day memories come from simple moments — chasing hearts across the floor, kids trying to outsmart parents in silly games, or everyone laughing until their cheeks hurt. These next few games are all about that — low-prep, big smiles, and memories you’ll treasure long after the candy hearts are gone.
❤️ 6. Heart Hunt
Think Easter egg hunt, but with Valentine hearts! Hide paper or foam hearts around the house — some can have little prizes or sweet messages written on them.
Kids love searching high and low, and adults can join in too for a fun twist (bonus points if you hide a few “golden hearts” with special rewards).
🛒 Try these foam heart cutouts — easy to write on and reuse year after year.
💕 7. Candy Heart Stack Challenge
Give everyone a pile of candy conversation hearts and a one-minute timer. The challenge? Stack as many hearts as possible before your tower topples. It’s surprisingly tricky and ridiculously funny.
You can play this solo or in teams — whoever gets the tallest stack wins a small prize (like picking the next game).
🛒 You can grab classic candy hearts and tiny timers for an easy setup.
💞 8. Pass the Heart
Sit in a circle and pass a paper heart around using only a spoon or chopsticks — no hands allowed! Add music for extra excitement, and whoever’s holding the heart when the music stops is “out.”
It’s a cute and silly game that’s perfect for mixed ages, especially when you throw in some playful music.
🛒 Use lightweight felt hearts so they’re easy to pass.
💌 9. Guess the Love Song
Play short snippets of love songs — from old classics to modern hits — and have everyone guess the title or artist. The person with the most correct answers wins!
This one’s a hit for family gatherings or Valentine’s parties with teens and adults. You can also switch it up by humming the tunes instead of playing them.
🛒 A Bluetooth speaker and a Valentine playlist make this easy to run anywhere.
💗 10. Heart Balloon Pop
Fill pink, red, and white balloons with little notes — some say “truth,” some “dare,” and some have a fun Valentine message or small prize.
Players take turns picking a balloon to pop and follow the note inside. Kids love the excitement (and noise!), while adults can sneak in sweet dares like “give someone a compliment.”
🛒 Grab heart-colored balloons and tiny paper notes for an easy, crowd-pleasing setup.
Sweet, Silly, and Heartwarming Valentine Games
These last few games are my personal favorites — the kind that make you laugh until your sides hurt and remind you why family time is the best gift of all. They’re simple, flexible, and full of love — the perfect mix for a Valentine’s celebration everyone will remember.
💞 11. Sweetheart Scavenger Hunt
Hide small treats or clues around the house and let kids follow heart-shaped hints to find them. Each clue can lead to another until they reach a “grand prize” — maybe a small toy or a treat bag.
For couples, you can make this romantic by hiding love notes or favorite snacks for each other.
🛒 Stock up on Valentine’s treat bags and heart-shaped stickers for clues and surprises.
💗 12. Who Said “I Love You”?
Write down famous love quotes or song lyrics on slips of paper and have everyone guess who said it — was it a movie character, a singer, or a poet?
It’s sweet, simple, and sparks fun conversations (especially when people start guessing wildly wrong answers).
🛒 You can print pretty Valentine quote cards or make your own with pastel cardstock.
💝 13. Pin the Heart on Cupid
A Valentine twist on “Pin the Tail on the Donkey.” Draw or print a big Cupid on poster paper, cut out paper hearts, and blindfold each player. Spin them gently and see who can stick their heart closest to Cupid’s bow!
This one’s a guaranteed hit for classroom or family parties — and it doubles as wall décor afterward.
🛒 Use a Valentine party kit to make setup easy and colorful.
💕 14. The Compliment Game
Sit in a circle and pass around a basket filled with slips that say things like “Say one thing you love about the person on your right” or “Share your favorite family memory.”
It’s a beautiful reminder that Valentine’s Day isn’t just about candy — it’s about connection and kindness. You’ll see smiles, a few happy tears, and lots of love.
🛒 These Valentine-themed notecards are perfect for writing prompts.
❤️ 15. Chocolate Spoon Race
Because no Valentine’s Day is complete without chocolate! Players balance a chocolate candy (like a Hershey’s Kiss or M&M) on a spoon and race from one end of the room to the other without dropping it.
It’s simple, silly, and always ends with giggles (and maybe a little chocolate snacking along the way).
🛒 Grab a bag of Hershey’s Kisses and some plastic spoons — you’re all set!
💖 Final Thoughts
Valentine’s Day isn’t about big gifts or grand gestures — it’s about little moments of joy, shared laughter, and a house full of love. These games bring everyone together in the sweetest way, whether you’re hosting a classroom celebration, a family night in, or a neighborhood Valentine bash.
So grab your paper hearts, a few treats, and your favorite people — because love, after all, is best celebrated with laughter.