Gift Exchange Games
Classic White Elephant plus 9 other ways to swap gifts at your holiday party, from the timed dice game to the left-right story. Each comes with simple rules and tips.
Left-Right Story GamePass gifts at every “left” or “right”→Dirty Santa RulesThe Southern name for the steal game→White Elephant Dice GameRoll, swap and steal against a timer→Coin Flip Gift ExchangeHeads you keep, tails you swap→Virtual White Elephant (Zoom)Play remotely with shared screen→White Elephant for KidsGentle rules, no tears→Saran Wrap Ball GameUnwrap prizes before the dice come round→Trivia Gift ExchangeAnswer right, earn a steal→Deck of Cards Gift ExchangeDraw a card, match a gift→
Which game should you choose?
| Group | Try |
|---|---|
| Office party, 20+ people | Large-group White Elephant or the dice game |
| Family with kids | Left-right story, kids' White Elephant |
| Remote team | Virtual White Elephant |
| Competitive friends | Trivia exchange, Dirty Santa |
| Hate stealing | Coin flip, deck of cards |
FAQ
What are the best gift exchange games?
White Elephant (draw numbers, open or steal) is the most popular. The dice game is faster and timed. The left-right story is gentle and great for families. Trivia and coin flip suit groups who want something new.
What's the difference between Secret Santa and White Elephant?
In Secret Santa, each person buys for one assigned person. In White Elephant, everyone brings one anonymous gift, and gifts are chosen and stolen during a game.