By genre and group size: A must-see for organizers! A catalog of crowd-pleasing activities
There are many occasions where you’re asked to put on a performance, like at wedding after-parties, year-end parties, New Year’s gatherings, and thank-you parties.
We often hear concerns from those in charge of entertainment, such as: “I can’t think of an idea,” or “What kind of act would everyone enjoy together?”
Key points for choosing are: something short and concise, enjoyable for all ages and genders, simple and easy to understand, and not vulgar.
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended entertainment ideas that meet the above criteria.
Wishing you a successful performance and a lively, memorable event!
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[By Genre & Group Size] A Must-See for Organizers! A Catalog of Crowd-Pleasing Acts (1–10)
Stand-up game
People present take turns saying a number.
The number can be anywhere from zero up to the number of people there.
After a cue is given, each person chooses to either stand up or stay seated.
If the number called matches the number of people who stood up, that caller gets to leave the game.
The last person remaining loses, so let’s decide on a penalty and give it a try.
With a penalty on the line, everyone wants to avoid losing, so it gets really exciting (lol).
It’s a recommended game that doesn’t even require any space.
Bingo Tournament
Bingo tournaments are a classic game for neighborhood events with large groups and wedding after-parties.
It’s fun to get something even if it’s not an expensive prize.
Well, it’s even better if it is expensive, of course (lol).
You can buy bingo cards at 100-yen shops, and you can play bingo with an app even without a bingo machine, so it’s easier to set up than you might think!
Puzzle solving
Puzzles are something that captivate people of all ages, men and women alike.
They’re not about knowledge but about flashes of insight, so anyone can take part.
The sense of accomplishment and satisfaction when you solve one is exceptional, isn’t it? Coming up with problems is also fun—tossing around ideas, debating this and that.
But if you’re thinking, “That sounds too hard for me!!” there are plenty available online, and many books as well.
It’s relatively easy to get prepared, so give those a try for reference.
[By Genre and Group Size] A Must-See for Organizers! A Catalog of Crowd-Pleasing Performances (11–20)
Arm wrestling tournament
How about trying arm wrestling—a game that doesn’t take up space and can get everyone excited? Split into men’s and women’s brackets, set up a tournament, and compete for the championship! You might discover unexpected sides of people: a big, muscular guy who’s actually weak at arm wrestling, or a slender, usually gentle woman with surprising strength.
Offering a small prize for the winner will make it even more fun!
Physical Fitness Measurement Competition
All you need are the participants’ bodies! Compete in strength with sit-ups, push-ups, or arm wrestling, and check flexibility with things like forward bends.
Competing in one-legged stands to test balance should be exciting too.
Everything can be done on the spot, so there’s no need for special equipment—that’s part of the appeal.
However, as things heat up, movements can get bigger, so make sure to secure a spacious area and keep safety in mind.
The “No Laughing” series
Recreate the famous New Year’s TV special “No Laughing” series! Set a rule where everyone watches short funny videos, and anyone who laughs gets a penalty.
With just the video playlist prepared, you can run this at any venue.
These days there are tons of funny clips on TikTok and elsewhere, so you might even have fun just collecting them!
Bubble Dance
The “Bubble Dance” became a hot topic after the dance team from Osaka Prefectural Toin High School performed it.
Dancing to Yoko Oginome’s 1985 hit “Dancing Hero (Eat You Up)” in flashy outfits with shoulder pads reminiscent of the bubble era made a big impact.
How about giving the Bubble Dance a try yourself? Whether you experienced the bubble era or not, we encourage you to dance it! Add moves that evoke the bubble economy, coordinate your outfits with a bubbly flair, and go all-in on that bubble vibe! Besides Yoko Oginome’s track, it’s also recommended to try your favorite songs that were popular during the bubble era.
