Ice breakers for small groups

Here are some fun and engaging icebreaker activities suitable for small groups:

  1. Two Truths and a Lie: Each person shares two true statements about themselves and one false statement. The others have to guess which one is the lie.
  2. Human Bingo: Create bingo cards with different traits, characteristics, or interests (e.g., "has traveled to another country," "speaks more than one language," etc.). Each person needs to find someone who fits each of the characteristics and get them to sign the corresponding square.
  3. The Name Game: Have each person introduce themselves and share a unique fact about themselves that starts with the same letter as their name (e.g., "I'm Sarah, and I love sailing").
  4. Scavenger Hunt: Create a list of items or challenges that people need to complete in small groups (e.g., "find someone wearing the same color shirt as you," "take a photo with someone who has the same birthday as you," etc.).
  5. Word Association Game: Have each person write down a word on a piece of paper, fold it up, and pass it to the person on their right. Then, each person takes a turn saying a word associated with the word they received.
  6. Would You Rather: Present two difficult choices and ask each person which one they would prefer (e.g., "would you rather be able to fly or be able to breathe underwater?").
  7. Show and Tell: Ask each person to bring an object that represents something about themselves (e.g., a favorite book, a memento from a trip, etc.). Then, have each person explain the significance of the object.
  8. The Human Knot: Have each person stand in a circle and put their hands in the center. Each person should grab the hand of someone across from them, not next to them. Then, they need to work together to untangle themselves without letting go of each other's hands.
  9. One-Word Introductions: Ask each person to come up with a word that describes themselves (e.g., "adventurous," "creative," etc.). Then, have each person explain why they chose that word.
  10. Group Mural: Provide a large piece of paper or whiteboard and some markers. Ask each person to contribute to a group mural by drawing or writing something that represents their thoughts, feelings, or experiences.
  11. Speed Friending: Inspired by speed dating, have each person talk to someone for a set amount of time (e.g., 2-3 minutes), then ring a bell and have them move on to talk to someone else.
  12. The Question Game: Prepare a set of questions in advance (e.g., "What's the best advice you've ever received?", "What's something you're looking forward to doing in the next year?", etc.). Each person takes a turn asking a question and sharing their own answer.

Remember to keep the activities short, fun, and engaging, and make sure they're inclusive and respectful of all participants.