Players stack lightweight party hats into the tallest stable tower before time runs out.
- Players
- 2–16
- Ages
- 6+
- Play time
- 5–15 min
- Supplies
- Paper party hats
- Where
- Indoors
- Energy
- Low
READY IN 3 MINUTES
Get set up
Gather the required materials: Paper party hats. Set them out before explaining the first round. Choose an indoor area where the group can participate without blocking walkways.
LET’S PLAY
Here’s how it works.
- Give each player or team equal hats.
- Start the timer.
- Stack hats without leaning them against other objects.
- Hold the finished tower for three seconds.
- Measure height or count hats used.
A few ground rules
Keep the agreed turn order, boundaries and timing consistent for everyone. Players may pass or use an accessibility adaptation without penalty.
Mix it up
Use one hand only, team relay or a 60-second round.
Make it a great round
Demonstrate the first turn, keep the pace moving, and stop while the group is still engaged.
Keep everyone comfortable
Use clean, stable, age-appropriate materials and remove anything sharp, breakable or unsuitable for the youngest player.