A Year of Global Activities

These 52 activity ideas are organized by thematic seasons to inspire youth groups worldwide. Whether it's warm or cold where you are, you'll find ideas that fit the spirit of the time of year.

A Season of New Beginnings (Jan - Mar)

  1. "The Book of Mormon" Reading Challenge: Start the year strong by reading or listening to the entire book.
  2. Goal Setting Workshop: Dedicate a night to setting meaningful goals in the four areas of growth.
  3. Financial Literacy Workshop: Learn essential skills like budgeting, saving, and preparing for missions or education.
  4. Temple Recommend Interview Prep: Review the questions and discuss the importance of temple worthiness.
  5. "Preach My Gospel" Skills Night: Practice teaching principles with the full-time missionaries.
  6. "Come Follow Me" Teaching Workshop: Learn skills to lead more effective gospel discussions at home.
  7. Public Speaking Workshop: Build confidence by learning skills for giving better talks and presentations.
  8. Career Night Panel: Invite ward members from various professions to share their experiences and advice.
  9. Car Maintenance 101: An essential life skill—learn how to check oil, change a tire, and jump-start a car.
  10. First Aid & CPR Certification: Learn life-saving skills from a certified instructor in your community.
  11. Emergency Preparedness Kits: Assemble 72-hour kits for your families or for those in need.
  12. "How To" Night: A fun night where youth teach each other skills they have (e.g., coding, drawing, baking).
  13. Personal Revelation Workshop: Study talks and scriptures on how to receive and act on revelation.

A Season of Growth & Service (Apr - Jun)

  1. Easter-Themed Scripture Art Night: Illustrate a favorite scripture about the Atonement and Resurrection of Christ.
  2. Plan a Youth-Led Easter Sacrament Meeting: Work with the Bishopric to organize talks and music focused on the Savior.
  3. JustServe.org Community Project: Find a local need in your community and organize a group to serve.
  4. Sunrise Scripture Study Devotional: Meet early for an inspiring devotional and watch the sunrise together.
  5. Clean Up a Local Park or Trail: Serve your community by caring for the environment.
  6. Gardening Project: Plant and maintain a garden at the church or for a ward member in need.
  7. Welcome Kits for New Families: Create baskets with treats and local info for families who have recently moved in.
  8. Hiking Expedition: Plan and complete a local hike, focusing on seeing God's creations.
  9. Stake Sports Tournament: Compete in volleyball, basketball, or another popular sport in your area.
  10. Tie Fleece Blankets for Charity: A simple, impactful project for a local hospital or shelter.
  11. Tutor Younger Children: Help children in the ward with homework or reading skills.
  12. Retirement Home Visit: Perform music, play games, or record life stories of elderly residents.
  13. Bike Maintenance Workshop: Get ready for active weather by learning to care for your bicycle.

A Season of Connection & Fun (Jul - Sep)

  1. Camping Skills Night: Practice setting up tents, tying knots, and cooking outdoors (can be done anywhere).
  2. Outdoor Movie Night: Project a movie on an outdoor screen with popcorn and snacks.
  3. Bonfire & S'mores Night: A classic activity for sharing stories and building friendships.
  4. Glow-in-the-Dark Capture the Flag: Play a favorite game at night with glow sticks for a fun twist.
  5. Multi-Ward "Amazing Race": Compete against other wards in a series of fun, faith-based challenges.
  6. "Chopped" Cooking Competition: Teams get a mystery basket of ingredients to create a delicious dish.
  7. "Food Truck" Festival: Each class/quorum creates a "truck" (a table) with a specific type of food to share.
  8. Photo Scavenger Hunt: Teams race to take pictures of specific items, places, or gospel themes around town.
  9. Rock Climbing (Indoor or Outdoor): Challenge yourself physically and learn to trust your teammates.
  10. Backyard Olympics: Create a series of fun, silly, and competitive games for all skill levels.
  11. Improv Comedy Night: Learn the basics of improv games and put on a hilarious, clean comedy show.
  12. Board Game Olympics: A tournament with a variety of classic and new board games.
  13. Talent Show & Showcase: Share talents of all kinds, from musical and magical to artistic and athletic.

A Season of Gratitude & Light (Oct - Dec)

  1. Family History Indexing Race: Turn family history into a fun competition to see who can index the most names.
  2. Temple Baptism Trip: Focus on gratitude for ancestors by performing saving ordinances for them.
  3. Campfire Testimony Meeting: As the year winds down, gather to share testimonies of God's goodness.
  4. Humanitarian Aid Kit Assembly: Participate in a stake or area project to assemble kits for those in need.
  5. Create a Ward Youth Choir for Christmas: Practice and perform a special musical number in Sacrament meeting.
  6. Write Letters to Missionaries & Military: Send messages of light and support to those serving away from home.
  7. "Shark Tank" Entrepreneurship Night: Develop and pitch a business idea that could solve a problem or serve others.
  8. Dance Instruction Night: Learn swing, ballroom, or cultural dances ahead of holiday parties.
  9. Old Testament "Escape Room": Create a puzzle room based on stories of faith and deliverance.
  10. "Minute to Win It" Tournament: A perfect indoor activity with hilarious 60-second challenges.
  11. 5K Fun Run/Walk: Participate in a local "Turkey Trot" or "Jingle Bell Run" for charity.
  12. Basic Self-Defense Class: A practical skill to learn as the days get shorter in many parts of the world.
  13. Build-Your-Own-Meal Night: A fun social focused on food, like personal pizzas or loaded baked potatoes.