Scavenger Hunt, Since the shift to remote and hybrid working, businesses have had to think outside the box and come up with innovative ways to maintain and grow team dynamics. Human beings are social creatures and need to connect to work well together.

Team development is a process that doesn’t happen overnight. Thankfully, the tech world was already well equipped, and when the COVID pandemic took us by surprise, most companies (and employees) had the basic infrastructure. We all just had to learn quickly and adapt. But that’s what humans do best.

 

Reinventing the wheel

The pandemic also shifted the way HR and management value employee happiness. Happy employees are more productive, and if they feel valued, they feel they are contributing to a greater good rather than just being a small cog in a big wheel.

So how do businesses ensure employee happiness, facilitate team building and keep morale strong in a remote world? Simple, find interactive, innovative, and fun ways to come together in the virtual realm. For example, the year-end office party can just as easily be a virtual holiday party.

All you need is some inspiration and ideas; fortunately, there is plenty to go around. You’ll also find plenty of facilitated team-building activities that take all the pressure off you, handle all the nitty gritty and allow you to sit back and enjoy the fun with your employees.

Another team-building activity that can be enjoyed virtually is a cooking class. No matter what happens in the world, one thing that will always unite the human race is food. Of course, there are so many benefits beyond having fun and producing good food — but if your staff get to have a good time in the kitchen and cook up a storm while developing their team, why the heck not?

 

Want some more inspiration? Try a Scavenger Hunt

The scavenger hunt is the perfect activity for team building and getting to know your coworkers better. Make your next office outing a memorable adventure by planning an unforgettable experience.

This fun, interactive game will test everyone’s problem-solving skills while bringing everyone closer as a team.

Let your employees get to know one another better than ever before with this scavenger hunt game that only gets better with age. Whether searching for the perfect vintage hat, exploring a new cafe, or going on a virtual reality adventure, this ultimate scavenger hunt has something for everyone.

 

What is a scavenger hunt?

A scavenger hunt is an adventure game where players follow clues to answer questions or find items hidden in different locations. Unlike other games that are competitive, a scavenger hunt is a collaborative game that brings people together to work as a team to solve puzzles and find items.

The scavenger hunt is great for team building, group outings, parties, and more. They can be tailored to any age group and are perfect for all skill levels, whether you’re an expert or a beginner. And best of all, you can make them as long or as short as you want.

 

40 best clues for your ultimate scavenger hunt

The most challenging part of creating a scavenger hunt is coming up with clever, cryptic clues that will are not impossible to solve but enough of a challenge to let the team thinks. So here’s a helping hand.

 

1. You cut me on a table, but I’m never eaten. (Deck of cards.)

2. A band that doesn’t play instruments but has plenty of styles. (Headband)

3. Everything ends with me. What am I? (Letter G)

4. How many glasses of water can one drink on an empty stomach? (One)

5. I am not a lamp, but I can light up. I don’t use any petrol but can start fires. (Matchstick)

6. I am not an organ, but I have 13 hearts. Tell me, who am I? (Deck of play cards)

7. I begin and end with the letter “e,” and usually only contain one letter. (Envelope)

8. I can cause love, but that’s not the ideal outcome. I’m always happy to serve. (Tennis racket)

9. I can run but cannot walk. I have sound but can’t talk. I have a bed but can’t sleep. (River)

10. I come in the middle of March and April, but May doesn’t have me. (Letter R)

11. I get dirty when I become white. (Blackboard)

12. I greet every guest but never say a word. (Welcome mat)

13. I have a spine but no bones. (Book)

14. Are you camping out? Keep me near. However, I cannot solve your fear. It just helps to flick my switch when in the dark, you sense a twitch. (Flashlight)

15. I have keys, but no locks and space, and no rooms. You can enter, but you can’t go outside. (Keyboard)

16. I have lots of stars, but I’m not the sky. I’ll be sitting here quietly until you need me. (TV)

17. I run around the backyard but never move. (Fence)

18. I used to be a tree until I traded my roots for routes. So I have a rose, but I’m not a garden. (Paper map.)

19. I’m a bed without sheets, and I’m always dirty. (Flowerbed)

20. I’m full of holes but can still hold water. (Sponge)

21. I’m made of water but will die if you put me in water. (Ice)

22. I’m tall when I’m young and short when I’m old. (Candle)

23. I’m always running, though I never walk. Sometimes, I can sing, but I never talk. I have hands, and I have a face. You use me to decide your pace. (Clock)

24. It has four legs but cannot walk. (Table)

25. It is my property and belongs to me, but others use it more often. (Name)

26. Flip me open, clap me shut. Whenever you meet a rut, step away and rest your eyes. My glowing screen you can’t disguise. (Laptop)

27. I have a ring, but no finger. Sometimes I die, but I’ll be revived if you charge me up. (cell phone)

28. My name means “sightless,” but if you want to see it, all you have to do is open me. (Blinds)

29. The building that has the most stories. (Library)

30. Hold me light, hold me gentle. When you handle me, always be careful. But when it’s time to use my insides, tap me hard and crack my outside. Here it comes, the gooey flow. Into the heat, I slowly go. (Egg)

31. The person who makes me has no use for me. The one who buys me doesn’t use me, but the one who uses me has never seen or used me before. (Coffin)

32. The place where today comes before yesterday. (Dictionary)

33. The world lies in me, but I am not the earth. ( Paper map)

34. This coat can only be put on when wet. (Paint)

35. What comes after E and before ant? (Elephant).

36. You answer me, but I never ask any questions. (Telephone)

37. Your uncle’s brother is your father, but what is your relationship with your uncle’s sister-in-law (his brother’s wife)? (Your mother)

38. Open, shut, open, shut. When you’re bored, I take the brunt. But there’s nothing here, you see. Time to visit the grocery. (Refrigerator)’

39. Open me up, and there are lots to see. But sometimes, you still frown at me! You’ll say I’m not diverse enough. I don’t believe it’s my fault you don’t buy new stuff! (Closet)

40. Fill me up and make me fat. You like me best when I’m like that. But lose track, and you will see you’ve nearly finished what you put in me. (Wallet)

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1. I go up but never come down. (Your age)

2. You’ll find me in the kitchen, but I’m not food. I’ll reflect your mood, even your attitude. (Mirror)

3. You leave me in the morning, but I’m always here at night. (Bed)

4. I never ask questions, but I’m always answered. (Doorbell)

5. I hold your secrets, thoughts, and dreams. I’m blank until your pen intervenes. (Notebook or journal)

6. I’m sometimes hot, sometimes cold. I come in many colors, but I’m always bold. (Shower)

7. No mouth, yet I’m known to speak. No ears, yet I listen deep. (Radio)

8. Step on me all day, I won’t mind. I’ll still keep you warm from underneath your behind. (Rug or carpet)

9. I’m full of clothes, yet I’m not a person. I often get slammed for no reason. (Drawer)

10. Though I have wheels, I never roll. Parked in place, I help you scroll. (Computer mouse)

11. In me, you see yourself, but I am not alive. Break me, and your luck might take a dive. (Mirror)

12. I’m sharp at times but never hurt. I help you fix what you insert. (Screwdriver)

13. I go through highs and lows, but I’m not emotional. I move the most in heat. (Thermometer)

14. I fly without wings. I cry without eyes. Wherever I go, darkness flies. (Cloud)

15. I can be cracked, made, told, and played. (Joke)

16. You use me to erase your mistakes, but I get smaller the more I work. (Eraser)

17. I keep your food cool but not your drinks. My cousin is colder, but I never stinks. (Refrigerator vs. freezer)

18. I’m there in celebrations, and sometimes in fright. I’m blown out before bed or blown out with delight. (Candle)

19. I’m a container, but not for tea. I often carry memories. (Photo album)

20. I’m always ahead, but never move. I’m what you wear to improve your groove. (Hat)

 

Virtual Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for all of your blessings, but it can also serve as an opportunity amongst friends and family members who are working hard every day.

To show how much you care about them during this holiday season consider planning something special like virtual thanksgiving games or experiences that will allow everyone on the team to gather around one central point of contact!

Thanksgiving is a day of celebration and gratitude. With our virtual Thanksgiving ideas, you can show your employees how much they mean to the company while inspiring them with some delicious food!

 

Here are some of our favorite ideas and games for Virtual Thanksgiving

 

Volunteering

 

Volunteering doesn’t just help out in one community or cause – you can choose what interests each person cares most deeply about so they’re motivated not only by giving back but also feeling like their hard work has helped someone else as well

 

Plant a Fall Succulent

 

Do you have an office full of people who are too busy playing games to spend time with each other? Don’t worry, we’ve got just the thing for them! This virtual thanksgiving idea on your team’s day off from work – or anytime really planting some fall succulents will be a great way to relax after another long week.

Your participants get everything they need in order to create their very own terrarium delivered straight onto the front doorstep so everyone can take care of it together as friends during these therapeutic moments outdoors

 

Lunch and Learn Experience

 

There are many ways to show your team you care this Thanksgiving. Planning a lunch and learn experience is one way!

Consider topics like Native American History, practicing mindfulness, or exploring new traditions for how we give thanks in our everyday lives by having an interactive presentation about something that interests all members on the table – like charity work done locally

 

Show Your Gratitude

 

Sometimes, the small things leave a huge impact. Encouraging your team to show their gratitude and write thank you letters is an easy way to connect in the workplace while showing appreciation!

After the all-hands meeting ask everyone on staff if they would like to send some kind words over email or via Zoom call with individualized handwritten cards addressed directly towards someone who deserves recognition from us as coworkers during this thanksgiving game where everybody leaves feeling great about what was accomplished together

 

Pumpkin Spice Celebration

 

Fall is finally here and we can’t wait! Break out the pumpkin spice-flavored everything because it’s time for a one-hour virtual class on how to make healthy treats, talk about staying well during the holiday season with practical nutrition tips from our experts plus bond over delicious drinks.

 

Colorful Chocolate Cookie-Os

 

We all know that the best part about thanksgiving is eating your fill of sweet treats. This fall-inspired cooking experience will teach you how to mix and mold dough, and back donut cookies with Brazilian brigadeiro cream cheese frosting for an extra tasty twist!

Your team gets dirty hands but they’ll share some laughs while learning a new skill set – baking skills useful at any future holiday parties too!

 

Murder Mystery

 

A murder mystery party is a great way to get your guests into the spirit of giving thanks. The host will set up an immersive, interactive experience where they have access to clues that may help them solve who committed this crime!

This event can be enjoyed by small groups looking for some intimate celebration or thanking others for their hard work with friends at home during these joyous days before Thanksgiving arrives so quickly

 

Thanksgiving-Themed Ice Breakers

 

Icebreakers are a great way to get everyone outside of their comfort zone and connect with one another. A few minutes each day can make all the difference in team-building efforts, so consider incorporating this into your routine!

Try out Thanksgiving-themed mini-games from our free virtual library for some fun activities that will keep you working hard but not too long Catchy.

 

Fall Game Shows

 

Slurp down that hot cocoa and get ready for an exciting hour of games with your friends! You’ll play all sorts including Family Feud, Wheel Of Fortune Name That Tune or Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader? The host will create the perfect atmosphere where everyone can bond over their love/ adhesive deficiency.

 

Rockoly is a Way to Say Thank You

When you think about Virtual Thanksgiving Ideas, the first thing that comes to mind is probably a game or experience. But virtual ones are so much more than just games and experiences- they’re also tools your company can use for building connections with one another!

With these things in place, there will be plenty of memories created as well as increased retention rates which help make work better overall by improving employee satisfaction levels.

At Rockoly, we know that you have a lot on your plate and don’t always have the time to plan an experience. That’s why our team is here for all of these needs!

We will take care of everything from picking out some virtual thanksgiving ideas based on what interests each member as well to providing tips about how best to present them so everyone can enjoy themselves without stress – guaranteed 100%.

For more ideas Rockoly is always happy to help your team connect through Virtual Team Building Cooking Classes, Wine-Tastings or Virtual Happy Hours and for more cooking trends checkout: Cooking Team Building, Culinary Team Building

 

We’ve leaped headfirst into the future of work, discovering that remote working is not only feasible, but can also boost productivity, employee satisfaction, and work-life balance. However, this shift has also posed a significant challenge: preserving team cohesion and camaraderie typically built through face-to-face interactions. The solution? Embracing the era of virtual team events. As a successful successor to traditional team-building exercises, these events are innovatively designed to keep your team interconnected. Transitioning from awkward exercises like passing balls neck-to-neck, lugging around hole-punched water buckets, or hobbling in three-legged races, we now have an exciting lineup of virtual activities. Not only are these events enjoyable and communication-enhancing, but they also offer valuable soft and technical skills that foster a resilient company culture for the future.

 

1. Virtual Team Events: Tiny Campfire

 

Recreate your childhood days of campfires, s’mores, and ghost stories. Each team member gets a tea candle, s’more ingredients, and some marshmallows on a stick.

Then they settle in around their tiny campfire, share stories and jokes, and perform some ice breakers. If you feel especially nostalgic and cheesy, someone can break out a guitar, and your team can erupt into song.

 

2. Virtual team events: Movie Night

The days of heading off to the movie theatre in a large group seems like a distant memory. But there was something special about excitingly sharing thoughts and opinions after seeing a film together.

Host a movie night as your next virtual team event. The team can agree on a film and watch it in their own time. Then, when they reconvene, they can share their thoughts, discuss the themes, or create parody ‘Rotten tomatoes’ reviews.

 Members can pair up for this and share their parodies with the rest of the team, which can get hilarious if they are creative enough. Make it competitive and vote on the best one.

Another option is to use a platform like Houseparty, where teams can watch the film together.

 

3. Personality Quizzes

There are several personality tests out there that help you figure out what makes your colleagues (and you) tick.

Choose the one that tickles your team’s fancy, uncover some quirks, understand some habits a little better, and gain new respect for diversity and what makes us unique.

 

4. Mario Kart Tour

 

This one is for the gamers. Mario Kart Tour is a great virtual team event, and it is available for iPhones and Android. This makes it ideal for quick breaks slipped in throughout the day.

The game can accommodate seven players at a time, and a video chat will boost the competitive aspect, making it even more fun.

 

5. Quarterly Christmas

Who says you must wait 12 months for Christmas to roll up again? The Christmas Spirit can be spread any time you like. So, why not host a Quarterly Christmas for future virtual team events?

It’s simple – every few months, surprise your team with a care package in the mail. Then, in their next meeting, they can share what they received and even enjoy a festive treat or drink together.

Throw in some tinsel and Santa hats, and you are all set.

 

6. Virtual Book Club

Book club used to be the ultimate excuse for overworked soccer mons to get some (well deserved) downtime, enjoy some wine with their friends and maybe take five minutes to swap books so that they could officially label it book club.

But there is something to be said about coming together to discuss opinions on literature or media. There is no rule saying it must be a book. It could be a podcast, a YouTube channel, or a movie club.

 

7. Online Catchphrase or Charades

It brings the team together, opens the lines of communication, and allows them to get to know each other better.

This easily facilitated virtual team event improves team communication and fosters bonding.

There are many online charades games and word generators that will make it effortless. It is a light-hearted activity that breaks the ice and will garner a few good laughs.

Form two teams, pick a theme, and connect everyone on a video call. Each team member will have a chance to act out what their card instructs. The game can last as long as you like.

 

8. Virtual team events:  Surprise Virtual Happy Hour

 

Why not surprise your team with a Virtual Happy Hour.

Rockoly’s extraordinary virtual team-building event takes Happy Hour to the next level.

Boost morale and encourage connection as a trained mixologist guides your team to create a series of traditional and bespoke cocktails while teaching them a thing or two about the art of Mixology.

It’s a hit with any and all teams!

 

 

9. Guess the Emoji Board

Emojis have firmly taken their place in modern communication. Once an informal addition to family chats and texts with your buddies, it is now widely accepted in most forms of written communication.

Teams screenshot their list of most used emojis and share them with the team. It’s a great way to create inside jokes as we can often associate someone with their overused emojis. There is always the guy who responds with a deadpan and the faux pas queen who regularly sends the facepalm.

“Guess the Emoji Board” can be adapted into a virtual board game. Create a list of emojis and give the team a set time to list the five most used emojis of each team member.

There can be a prize for the most correct guesses and a bonus for anyone who puts them in the right order.

 

10. Exciting Sponge

Exciting Sponge is an easy storytelling activity that gets people to think quickly and be creative. Each team member finds a random object near them and uses it as a story prompt.

A generic sponge is also a great option where members need to be creative and think of something unique based on the same prompt. Exaggeration is key. Ham it up and make that object the most incredible thing known to man.

 

11. Pancakes vs. Waffles

 

Pancakes vs Waffles is designed to encourage problem solving and collaborative decision-making. The game can easily be renamed to anything that involves an ‘either/or’ – tea vs. coffee, burgers vs. hotdogs – it’s entirely up to you.

The team must choose what the world can keep and what will cease to exist in the first round. Team members can advocate their choice, list pros and cons, consider each other’s input, and vote to make a final decision.

Once the decision is made, a new competitor is added. So, if waffles won the first round, they now need to decide between waffles and chocolate, then chocolate vs. dogs, then dogs vs. cats, and so on.

The game starts off simply and very straightforward, but as options get eliminated, and new things are brought to the table, it becomes more challenging and fosters more brainstorming and communication.

 

12. Call of the Champions

A bit of tongue-in-cheek role play brings some fun and spontaneity to meetings. Each team member is assigned a specific role, such as cheerleader, pessimist, pun thrower, mover, and shaker (to break awkward silences or unnecessary tangents), etc. You can make the roles as random or pragmatic as you like.

 

13. Arm’s Reach Show & Tell

 

Show & Tell may seem like a grade school throwback, but your elementary school teachers actually knew a thing or two about encouraging engagement.

This virtual team events version of Show & Tell can have a humorous spin that makes your team think on their feet and be creative while eliciting many laughs.

Participants have precisely one minute. They must grab something random within arm’s reach and talk about it without any gaps.

They can embellish, give its history, purpose, and anything to keep the rhetoric going.

 

14. Virtual Pub Crawl

A good pub crawl was always a great tradition that got the team out and about, having a great time together and enjoying food and drink.

There is no reason we cannot harness the merriment and do so in a virtual space. Virtual pub crawls are fantastic virtual team events adapted to fit the digital realm.

Before you start, the organizer can find some unique and exciting websites. The team will visit the websites in a virtual meeting and chat about their virtual adventure over a drink. Then, mix it up a bit by moving on to a new website every 15 minutes or so.

 

15. Kahoot!

 

Kahoot! is a fantastic tool for learning, assessing knowledge, and having some fun. It is entirely customizable, and users can create their own quizzes, polls, and games.

Used in a light-hearted way, it can be an amazing virtual team event, with quizzes and games based on company culture, personal traits, or anything you feel like. The activity can be created and shared for users to do in their own time, but results are collated, and final scores are given after a set time.

 

16. Virtual team events: Recipe Swap

Food is the ultimate bonding tool. Breaking bread together encourages us to let our hair down and be more authentic.

Get your team to share their favorite recipes and have weekly cookoffs. Select one of the recipes, and team members recreate the dish and share their results. Then, the following week, pick another one.

A team recipe book can be collated at the end in either a digital or print format.

(P.S. A nice touch is to have each contributor give a little bio to accompany their contribution.)

 

17. Virtual team events Online Cooking Workshop

 

Consider an online cooking workshop if a simple recipe swap doesn’t quite float your boat. If you want something cooking-related, yet facilitated and organized, this is it!

This virtual team event is a fresh, fun approach to a cooking workshop and offers many meal options that suit all tastes. Regardless of where your team is scattered, they can come together for a fun interactive workshop. The preparation and admin are painless and convenient, with all ingredients delivered to the participants upfront.

Rockoly is an excellent option and offers various inspiring virtual team event menus that are customizable to fit the company’s budget, cuisine themes, and dietary requirements.

(Other services offered are hybrid and in-person events!)

 

 

18. Virtual team events:  App-Based Word Games

There are so many addictive app-based word games out there that can be turned into a virtual team event. It unleashes the competitive spirit, keeps the brain alive, and your staff may even learn a thing or two (Did you know that ‘sthenia’ is an accepted Scrabble word? It means to have abnormal strength – now you know)

Scrabble GO,  Words with Friends, and  Scattergories are traditional favorites that have been moved to the digital world. Schedule some time to play via a video conference to ramp up the competitive spirit.

 

19. Virtual team events: Song Pop

There is always that one team member whose brain is 90% song lyrics, and they can put a musical reference into every conversation.

Song Pop is an excellent head-to-head game that tests your music knowledge, improves your mental song bank, and has you racing against the clock to identify songs based on a short clip.

The best part is that you get to choose your genre when you challenge your partner. So, if death metal is their thing and you crash and burn, at least you can retaliate with some 80s pop or lovesongs. It is addictive, super competitive, and a total blast.

Keep top scores on a leaderboard and see who has the most impressive total each week!

 

20. Virtual Office Olympics

 

This virtual team event is not as outrageous as it sounds.

Teams can compete in a sports trivia section and then ramp it up with a paper javelin throw, paper plate discus, and rubber band archery – at home while keeping track of distances –and name the flag/anthem quiz.

In addition, medals can be awarded in a closing ceremony. Because, of course!

 

21. Virtual Wine Tasting

 

Wine lovers can become connoisseurs with an authentic online wine tasting-workshop.

Rockoly’s wine tasting workshop is run by expert sommeliers and is a relaxing and engaging virtual team event. Your team can experience some of the best and most powerful red wines from Spain or Italy.

It’s not just about the delicious vino. Participants learn a little about how wine is made and famous wine-making regions. A charcuterie board can be included, transforming the event into an authentic cheese and wine event.

 

Things is an easy game that gets people talking. Participants contribute a topic to the pool and can be as serious or creative as they like. The only rule is that the subject must start with ‘things.’ For example, ‘Things that Billy Joel mentions in We Didn’t Start the Fire,’ ‘Things I wish the canteen would offer,’ or ‘Things our team can do to have fun.’

A name is drawn to select the host who draws a topic from the pool. Next, answers are submitted privately to the host via text message. The host reads the responses, and the team then guesses who said what. For the next round, switch hosts and continue.

 

23. Learn the NATO Phonetic Alphabet

Whisky, Tango, Foxtrot –  The NATO alphabet can be used to create some exciting word games and is excellent for memory challenges too. The team can study the list of words and then take turns reciting. As soon as someone repeats a word or gets one incorrect, the next person takes over, and the winner is the person who managed to continue for the longest. Mix it up and let them work backward. Or give words or phrases to spell out. It is entirely flexible.

Mystery messages can also be dictated to a partner, and the pair that cracks the code the quickest gains points.

Here are the NATO phonetic alphabet code words.

Alfa, Bravo, Charlie, Delta, Echo, Foxtrot, Golf, Hotel, India, Juliet, Kilo, Lima, Mike, November, Oscar, Papa, Quebec, Romeo, Sierra, Tango, Uniform, Victor, Whiskey, X-ray, Yankee, Zulu.

 

24. Five Finger Showdown

 

Out of all the virtual team events, this might be the most straight-forward. It is excellent for large groups and requires little preparation — a perfect icebreaker to get people talking.

Each team member holds out their hand with five extended fingers. The host then calls out a lit of unusual bucket-list type experiences – for example, ‘has been to Bali’ or ‘has been skydiving.’ If a participant has done what is called out, they put a finger down.

The winner is the first to put all fingers down or the most fingers at the end of the game!

 

25. Virtual team events: Name the States

No matter how good your geography skills are, it’s amazing what you forget when under a bit of pressure.

There are many ways this virtual team event can be done. Players must list the US states in alphabetical order within a set time. To accumulate bonus points, including the capital city of each state will add to the challenge. Some online games and apps take it further by showing the outline of a state or a map of the US, where the names have to be placed in the correct location.

The games can be adapted for any country or even a world map.

 

26. Virtual team events: True Lies

This virtual team event has nothing to do with Arnold Schwarzenegger and everything to do with ice-breaking and getting to know each other.

Each team member has to give three statements about themselves. Two must be accurate and one completely false (but plausible).

Team members must vote on which statement they think is a lie. Results are shared, and points are awarded to those who guessed correctly. The poll will showcase how well the team knows each other. It’s a great way to learn new things about each other and have a laugh at the same time.

 

27. Virtual team events: Online Game Shows

 

Make your next set of virtual team events like that of traditional game-shows.

Jeopardy and Family Feud are the usual go-to’s, but a little digging online will give you countless other options. Jeopardy is a quiz game broken into many categories. The contestant is given the answer and must supply the question. There are free online versions of Jeopardy, an app, and a template that you can customize to fit your team.

Family Feud is slightly different from straightforward trivia. Players must guess what they believe the most popular answer to a question is amongst a group surveyed beforehand.

Some examples include “Name things you would find in an office” and “Name a place where you need to buy a ticket to go inside.” This activity is excellent for encouraging empathy, stimulating critical thinking, and team building.

 

28. Virtual team events: Online Card Games

There is evidence of card games being played as far back as the late 1300s, but it is believed to have started way before.

There are hundreds of games based on the same 52 card deck, and the tradition lives on in the virtual realm. So why not make one of your next virtual team events an old-fashioned cards night – remotely, of course.

There are plenty of online options that make it possible to connect with players worldwide and allow private rooms to include your team. Some sites also offer other traditional games like checkers, backgammon, and chess.

Hope you enjoyed this list of virtual team events and now have something to do with your own team!

Here is a brief summary for each of the top  28 virtual team events listed here:

As we navigate this new era of remote work, it’s crucial that we find innovative ways to keep our teams engaged, connected, and enthusiastic. Virtual team events offer an effective and enjoyable solution to this challenge. They not only foster communication and camaraderie but also offer opportunities for skill development and a bit of well-deserved fun. From virtual campfires and movie nights to personality quizzes and Mario Kart races, the possibilities are endless and adaptable to any team’s preferences. The future of work may look different, but it doesn’t mean it can’t be exciting, engaging, and filled with unforgettable team moments. So, let’s embrace this change, and in doing so, we’ll create a resilient and vibrant company culture for the future.

1. Tiny Campfire: Experience virtual campfires with s’mores and storytelling.
2. Movie Night: Watch films remotely and discuss or create parody reviews.
3. Personality Quizzes: Discover team members’ personalities through quizzes.
4. Mario Kart Tour: Race against team members in this mobile game.
5. Quarterly Christmas: Celebrate Christmas every few months with care packages.
6. Virtual Book Club: Discuss books, podcasts, or movies.
7. Online Catchphrase or Charades: Play charades or catchphrase to enhance communication.
8. Surprise Virtual Happy Hour: Enjoy a mixology session led by a professional.
9. Guess the Emoji Board: Guess phrases from emojis shared by team members.
10. Exciting Sponge: Use random objects as prompts for creative storytelling.
11. Pancakes vs. Waffles: Decide between two options in a fun, debate-style format.
12. Call of the Champions: Assign playful roles to enhance meeting dynamics.
13. Arm’s Reach Show & Tell: Quickly share stories about objects within arm’s reach.
14. Virtual Pub Crawl: Explore unique websites and discuss over drinks.
15. Kahoot!: Create custom quizzes related to company culture.
16. Recipe Swap: Share and cook recipes as a team.
17. Online Cooking Workshop: Participate in a structured cooking class with ingredients delivered.
18. App-Based Word Games: Engage in word games like Scrabble or Words with Friends.
19. Song Pop: Challenge musical knowledge with this song-guessing game.
20. Virtual Office Olympics: Compete in home-based office games.
21. Virtual Wine Tasting: Learn about wines in a guided tasting session.
22. Things: Discuss topics that start with ‘things’ and guess team responses.
23. Learn the NATO Phonetic Alphabet: Use the phonetic alphabet for memory and word games.
24. Five Finger Showdown: Play a bucket-list type game with team members.
25. Name the States: Test geography knowledge under pressure.
26. True Lies: Guess which facts about team members are lies.
27. Online Game Shows: Participate in virtual versions of Jeopardy or Family Feud.
28. Online Card Games: Play traditional card games in a virtual setting.

Virtual team building activities have gained significant importance in the wake of the pandemic, as teams across the globe adapted to remote work and virtual meetings. While this new arrangement has provided increased flexibility and improved work-life balance, it has also posed challenges in maintaining team connections and fostering relationships. To help bridge this gap and promote team cohesion, morale, and a sense of community, consider these 15 engaging and not lame virtual team building activities for your remote team.

Here is Rockoly’s pick for 15 not lame team building activities:

1. Virtual Scavenger Hunt: Set up a virtual scavenger hunt for your team, with clues and challenges that they need to solve while on a video call. This can be a fun and interactive way for team members to work together and problem-solve. More on scavenger hunt and 40 best scavenger hunt clues in this popular post.
2. Virtual Escape Room: Create a virtual escape room for your team, where they need to solve puzzles and clues to escape. This can be a great team building activity that promotes collaboration and critical thinking.
3. Virtual Game Night: Host a virtual game night, where team members can play online games like trivia, bingo, or charades. This can be a fun and low-key way for team members to bond and get to know each other better.
4. Virtual Book Club: Start a virtual book club, where team members can discuss and review books related to their work. This can be a great way to foster learning and promote intellectual curiosity among team members.
5. Virtual Coffee Breaks: Host virtual coffee breaks where team members can chat and connect with each other over a cup of coffee. This can be a simple but effective way to promote socialization and camaraderie among team members.
6. Virtual Happy Hour: Host a virtual happy hour, where team members can unwind and socialize over drinks. This can be a fun and relaxed way to promote team bonding and reduce stress. Rockoly loves this virtual team building activity and have turned it into a Happy Hour artform. And if you are a wine lover, we recommend doing a wine Happy Hour tasting. I mean every hour with wine is a Happy Hour.
7. Virtual Lunch and Learn: Host virtual lunch and learn sessions, where team members can learn about new skills and topics while eating lunch. This can be a great way to promote learning and professional development among team members.
8. Virtual Talent Show: Host a virtual talent show, where team members can showcase their skills, such as singing, dancing, or playing an instrument. This can be a fun and entertaining way to promote team bonding and creativity.
9. Virtual Cook-Off: Host a virtual cook-off, where team members can share their favorite recipes and cooking tips. This can be a great way to promote healthy eating and foster a sense of community around food. Cooking workshops is Rockoly’s special sauce and we love to create an unforgettable team building activity for you.
10. Virtual Team Trivia: Host virtual team trivia games, where team members can test their knowledge on various topics. This can be a fun and competitive way to promote learning and teamwork among team members.
11. Virtual Movie Night: Host a virtual movie night, where team members can watch a movie together and discuss it afterwards. This can be a fun and low-key way to promote team bonding and shared experiences.
12. Virtual Fitness Challenge: In today’s fast-paced digital world, virtual team building activities have become increasingly popular as more organizations adopt remote working arrangements. These activities help maintain employee morale, foster team spirit, and enhance communication among colleagues. One such activity is hosting a virtual fitness challenge, which encourages team members to participate in physical activities like yoga, push-ups, or planks, all while competing with one another. This fun and engaging approach not only promotes health and wellness but also strengthens team bonds, making it an excellent addition to your lineup of virtual team building activities.
13. Virtual Creative Workshop: Host a virtual creative workshop, where team members can learn a new craft or skill together, such as painting, drawing, or knitting. This can be a great way to promote creativity and shared experiences among team members.
14. Virtual Karaoke Night: Host a virtual karaoke night, where team members can sing their favorite songs and have fun. This can be a great way to promote team bonding and shared experiences.
15. Virtual Charitable Activity: Virtual charitable activities are an excellent way for remote teams to bond while giving back to their communities or supporting a cause. These activities allow team members to engage in acts of kindness and generosity, fostering a sense of unity and purpose within the group. Here are some ideas for virtual charitable activities that your team can participate in:

• Online fundraiser: Organize an online fundraiser for a specific charity or cause that your team is passionate about. You can use crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe, Kickstarter, or Donorbox to create a campaign and invite team members to contribute and share the fundraiser with their networks.
• Virtual volunteering: Many non-profit organizations offer virtual volunteering opportunities that your team can participate in. Roles might include social media management, content creation, or data entry. Assign tasks according to team members’ skills and interests to maximize engagement.
• Skill-sharing webinars: Encourage team members to share their knowledge and expertise through webinars or online workshops. Charge a small fee for attendance and donate the proceeds to a charity of your team’s choice.
• Remote charity race: Organize a virtual charity race or fitness challenge where team members can walk, run, or cycle individually while tracking their progress through a fitness app. Collect pledges from friends and family members to sponsor their efforts, with the funds raised going to a chosen charity.
• Online charity auction: Host a virtual auction where team members can donate items, experiences, or services for bidding. The winning bids can be donated to a selected charity or non-profit organization.
• Digital care packages: Create digital care packages for people in need, such as hospitalized children, veterans, or the elderly. Team members can contribute uplifting messages, e-books, music, or virtual art to the package, which can then be sent electronically to the recipients.

By participating in virtual charitable activities, your team can connect on a deeper level while making a positive impact on their community or a cause they care about. These activities not only strengthen team bonds but also create lasting memories and a sense of pride in their collective efforts.

Why care about team building in the first place?

• Team building is an important aspect of a company’s success, and virtual team building is designed to foster team cohesion and engagement among remote team members.
• Remote team members can enjoy each other’s company without the constraints of travel schedules, expensive accommodations, or other logistical challenges that come with being in person.
• The benefits of team building events include improved communication, increased productivity, keeping people connected, building morale, mental health improvement, and having fun.
• Improved communication is a key benefit of team building events, as they provide a more relaxed and fun environment for coworkers to connect and discuss topics outside of work.
• Team building events can increase productivity by helping coworkers feel more comfortable communicating with one another, leading to improved collaboration on tasks.
• For remote teams, team building events are essential for keeping people connected, especially as remote work can be isolating and lead to feelings of loneliness.
• Team building events are an excellent way to get people together who may not typically have the chance to interact, leading to stronger bonds across departments and potentially improving future projects and endeavors.
• Building morale is another key benefit of team building events, as they can help to encourage teamwork and excite employees about working together.
• Team building events can also have a positive impact on mental health, providing a much-needed break from the stress of work and allowing team members to have fun and share experiences in ways that may not be possible on-site.
• Ultimately, virtual team building provides an excellent opportunity for remote team members to socialize and bond with co-workers, allowing them to catch up outside of normal business hours and providing a much-needed break from the demands of work.

Investing in virtual team building activities benefits your team in several ways. Team building has been a time-honored tradition that helps to improve workplace relationships and build stronger bonds among team members. However, with the shift towards remote work, there is a growing need for virtual activities that can bring teams together, especially as more people transition to working remotely full-time.

 

What is Virtual Team Building?

Team building is an important part of companies’ survival. Virtual team members can enjoy one another’s company without having to worry about travel schedules, expensive accommodations, or other inconvenient factors that come with being in person!

A great example would be how Google ropes its employees into activities like paintballing as a way for them to stay connected outside work- something which has been found by research studies over time really helps foster relationships between co-workers who may never otherwise get along so well

When you bring everyone together and intentionally not work, team-building activities are a great way to form bonds with your co-workers. These events can provide benefits that last for years!

 

Team Building Benefits

Team building events give managers a chance to get close to their employees and create meaningful relationships that will last them through tough times.

 

1. Improved Communication

 

Team building activities are a great way to create an environment that is more relaxed and fun. These team-building events give coworkers something interesting they can talk about besides work, which helps them connect with each other better as well!

 

2. Increased Productivity

 

When employees are comfortable communicating with one another, they’re more likely to reach out and discuss concerns. This increases productivity as well because of improved collaboration on tasks among the group!

 

3. Keep People Connected

 

While remote work has many benefits, it can be isolating. People often find themselves lonely after working from home for an extended period of time and regular interaction with others in the office or passing each other on stairs is gone; getting everyone together even if they’re meeting over Zoom does replicate this experience which may help alleviate some symptoms through team building events where coworkers get to catch up outside normal business hours – so long as there’s coffee waiting!

Team building is a great way to get people together who may not usually have the chance or reason for talking. Getting everyone on board will strengthen bonds across departments and might be helpful when it comes time for future projects, endeavors etcetera!

 

4. Build Moral

 

Team building events are a great way to encourage teamwork and excite your employees about working together. By organizing team-building activities, management shows that they care enough for their staff members by investing in this event which will result in more productive work environments where everyone feels valued!

 

5. Mental Health Improvement

 

With deadlines approaching and problems emerging, work can be stressful. For team members have changed in different ways over the past couple of years so it is possible that some people are dealing with more anxiety or worry which will take a toll on them individually as well impact how they interact within their groups at home etc.. increased stress has taken its toll even if we’re taking time off from our responsibilities to enjoy each other’s company without any worries about what needs doing next – this kind break could help everyone

 

6. Have Fun

 

Virtual team-building activities are an excellent opportunity to socialize and bond with your co-workers. You can have fun, relax or share experiences in ways that would otherwise not be possible on-site!

 

Help Your Team

Planning a virtual team-building activity will help you stay connected even when distance keeps your employees apart. Team building activities have also been practical and helpful in creating an effective workforce, especially for remote workers who often find themselves on the other side of their desks from each other due to working outside normal office hours or location restrictions like noisy streets near residential areas. One thing this article lists as beneficial.

For more ideas Rockoly is always happy to help your team connect through Virtual Team Building Cooking Classes, Wine-Tastings or Virtual Happy Hours.