Party acts that hype up the crowd: Recommended entertainment and performances for banquets and drinking parties [2026]
Farewell and welcome parties at work, year-end and New Year gatherings, after-parties with friends, and class reunions.
There are quite a lot of banquets and drinking parties, aren’t there?
They’re basically fun, but there’s one time that troubles new hires, young employees, and juniors… yes, the “entertainment segment”!
People often say, “Do something!” or “Can’t you do something funny?” and you end up covering it with an awkward smile, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of recommended ideas for when you can’t dodge party entertainment, including skits and performances everyone can do together.
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Lively party tricks: Recommended entertainment and acts for banquets and drinking parties [2026] (61–70)
“Let’s Go! Phantom Thief Girls” danceMomoiro Clover Z
The hit all-female group Momoiro Clover Z’s “Ikuze! Kaitō Shōjo” is a great song to mimic for a singing impression.
Since you can do it with multiple people, it cuts down on the embarrassment, and just wearing different colors makes it look the part.
Another plus is that the dance isn’t too complicated.
It’s even better if you assign roles to match the members’ personalities.
Sometimes deliberately mismatching can actually get laughs and make it more fun.
Definitely give it a try at least once!
LOVE MachineMorning Musume
Many people know Morning Musume’s “LOVE Machine.” Just swing your hands left and right to the beat or copy a few simple moves, and smiles will quickly spread.
The energetic dance makes people around you naturally want to sway along, instantly brightening the atmosphere.
If you call out to each other in time with the song, the sense of togetherness at the party will jump way up! It’s an easy, low-pressure dance, so even first-timers are fine.
People around you will get drawn in and start dancing too, and everyone will end up laughing together and having a blast!
balancing act
Let me introduce a balancing trick using a sheet of newspaper.
Cut the newspaper to about 5 cm wide and 40 cm long, then fold it in half so the width is halved, making a crease so it looks like a “<” shape.Place this folded strip on your nose with the open side facing up and try to balance it.It’ll probably be difficult at first, so I recommend practicing by balancing it on your palm.The key to success is to move in sync with the newspaper’s motion: if it tips forward, move forward; if it tips backward, move backward, and so on.
wotagei
Wotagei is a performance known for being done by fans at idol concerts.
Recently, videos of wotagei set to popular songs have been released, and it’s even become a staple party trick.
So if your company is holding a party or a social gathering, why not put on a wotagei performance? Even first-timers can make it look impressive with a bit of practice—perfect for a quick show.
If older attendees who may not be familiar with wotagei will be there, try choosing a song that was a revival hit or otherwise well-known to their generation.
Call
If you’re looking for a surefire party trick to get everyone hyped, how about doing a “call”? You sing a song everyone knows, add claps and call-and-response shouts, and encourage people to keep the drinks flowing.
At a party with lots of drink lovers, it’s a fun way to enjoy the booze, and the fact that everyone can sing along is a big plus.
Many banquet venues have karaoke available, so keep that in mind.
This idea uses Masahiko Kondo’s “Gingiragin ni Sarigenaku,” but choosing a song that fits the group’s generation will make it even more popular.
body percussion
As a quick performance idea, let me introduce body percussion, which creates rhythm using your body.
Basically, you express it by clapping your hands or stomping your heels.
Even beginners will find it easy to try with songs at a slower tempo, and performing with multiple people rather than solo can make even simple rhythms feel powerful.
It’s also recommended to add visual elements—such as dancing or changing formations—rather than relying on sound alone.
It does require practice, but it’s a great one-off act that strengthens the bond among performers.
toast speech
Let’s get everyone involved, lead a toast chant, and liven up the party! The hallmark of this style is that everyone repeats the leader’s words.
The content can be tailored to the occasion, but having people repeat the phrases helps unify everyone’s hearts and gets them in the mood to enjoy the event! The trick is to include lines that are just a little embarrassing to say out loud—that’s what makes it fun.
A toast chant is usually done at the beginning, but it can also be used mid-party as a quick performance to re-energize the room—highly recommended!