Indoor Team Building Activities For Large Groups
Planning an indoor team building activity for a large groups can be a real challenge. With so many different personalities, interests and energy levels in the room, how can you make sure everyone feels included and engaged? You need an activity that excites everyone without overwhelming anyone, something collaborative that doesn’t descend into chaos. And when you’re indoors, you may be concerned about limited space, logistical hurdles and keeping everything running smoothly. At this point, it might feel like finding the perfect balance is almost impossible!
But that’s where GOTO Events’ team building expertise will make all the difference! With many years of experience in corporate team building events, we know how to cater for groups of all sizes. We focus on fun and engagement, creating experiences designed to bring people together in a way that feels natural and makes sure everyone has a good time. In this article, we’ll explore 15 of our indoor team building activities designed specifically for large groups.
1. Master of the Tasks
Master of the Tasks is the most hilarious indoor team building activity, suitable for audiences of all sizes. It’s packed with fun and unpredictable challenges designed to keep everyone engaged and entertained.
The format is perfect for large groups, with participants working in smaller teams, ensuring every member gets involved in the action. Each team works together to tackle tasks with creativity and quick thinking.
Tasks are revealed one by one in golden envelopes – some allow for practice time, while others require teams to think fast and perform on the spot! Points are awarded after each round, with a live leaderboard adding to the excitement and competition. Featuring over 20 quirky tasks that promote teamwork, problem-solving and plenty of laughs, Master of the Tasks promises a high-energy experience your entire group will love.
2. Charity Bike Build
Charity Bike Build is an impactful indoor team building event for large groups that gives the opportunity to make a real difference. Participants are divided into smaller teams, each tasked with assembling a bicycle that will be donated to a child in need.
To earn the parts needed to build the bikes, teams compete in a series of fun challenges and games. Equipped with toolkits and plenty of enthusiasm, you’ll work together to build the bikes, ensuring they’re safe and ready for their new owners. Everyone plays a vital role, contributing not only to their team’s success but to the shared goal of giving back. The event creates a sense of unity and purpose as the entire group works together to make a positive impact. After the event, the GOTO team ensures the bikes are delivered to the charity, making a real difference to the lives of children in need.
3. Wall Street Winners
Welcome to the fast-paced world of Wall Street where teams step into the role of ambitious investor tycoons. Split into teams, everyone starts with the same amount of money to invest. Each team must decide where to put their money as our charismatic host presents companies up for grabs. The pressure is on as news bulletins flash across the screen, shaking up share values and keeping everyone on their toes. Quick thinking, sharp decisions and teamwork are key to building the strongest empire and walking away with the biggest profits.
Perfect as a corporate team building activity for large groups, the room will be buzzing with action, bringing everyone together as even the quietest team members jump in to negotiate deals and chase the win! In the end, the team with the biggest empire and the most money is victorious!
4. Apprentices
Apprentices is a business simulation activity that can accommodate groups of all sizes, offering an exciting experience that’s as fun as it is creative, designed to spark fresh ideas and teamwork.
Step into the high-stakes boardroom, where immersive theming and dramatic music set the scene. Sir Alex Sweetex, our very own no-nonsense business mogul will brief everyone on the challenge ahead. Throughout the activity, teams will take on a variety of dynamic business tasks that test leadership, delegation, commercial awareness and teamwork, all while competing to come out on top.
As the final boardroom meeting approaches, teams will pitch their ideas, and Sir Alex will consult his experts to crown the winner. For the rest, it’s a nail-biting wait to see who hears the infamous words: “You’re fired!”
5. Ultimate Quiz
The Ultimate Quiz is ideal for large groups and works seamlessly in limited spaces, adapting to any layout or venue. But don’t expect an ordinary quiz – this is a full-on immersive gameshow experience where the excitement, competition and fun are off the charts!
Led by our lively and charismatic quizmaster, this trivia extravaganza features rounds inspired by your favourite quiz shows, including Celebrity Quiz, The Weakest Link, Movie Mash-up, Logo Quiz, Operation, Top 10, Cinema Nyms, A League of Their Own, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, Catchphrase and many more. With a mix of creative challenges and classic trivia, there’s something to keep everyone engaged.
No matter how big your group, the Ultimate Quiz brings the energy of a live gameshow right to your venue, delivering an unforgettable indoor team building event!
6. First Past the Post
Get ready for a thrilling night at the races! Our charismatic bookie will welcome you to the immersive paddock and guide you through the race programme. Large groups are split into smaller teams, each armed with fun money and betting slips, ready to strategise and place their bets.
Follow the odds, pick your winning horse and feel the adrenaline kick in as you watch the race unfold on the big screen. With lively commentary from our host and the crowd cheering on their favourites, the energy in the room is electric!
First Past the Post is a high-energy, immersive team building game held indoors for large groups, bringing everyone together in a fun and unforgettable atmosphere.
7. Fortune Hunters
If you’re after a strategic yet entertaining activity for large groups, Fortune Hunters will captivate your audience in a lively team experience, inspired by the hit reality show.
Your group will be split into teams, each receiving a locked briefcase – one of which contains the fortune! Teams compete in a series of engaging challenges, including puzzles, scavenger hunts and estimation games. The winners of each round get to choose: keep their briefcase or trade it with another team. Expect twists and turns, from sneaky peeks into rivals’ cases to opportunities for some playful stealing!
In an exhilarating finale, the team with the lucky briefcase unlocks the fortune, wrapping up the event with a thrilling medal ceremony.
8. Challenge 100
Challenge 100 is an action-packed indoor activity featuring 100 diverse team challenges, making it ideal for large, mixed groups with participants of all backgrounds and abilities. The format ensures that everyone has a chance to shine, creating an inclusive and engaging atmosphere where every skill counts.
The group is divided into smaller teams, who race against the clock to complete as many tasks as possible, strategically choosing those that best suit their strengths. Our lively judges track the scores, building anticipation and excitement throughout the event.
With a vibrant mix of individual and team challenges, the energy never dips! The five challenge zones: Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Buster, offer something for everyone, ensuring a dynamic experience where collaboration, creativity and fun take centre stage.
9. Record Breakers
Record Breakers is a dynamic team building event for large groups, with four challenge zones that cater to different skills and abilities. It’s ideal for diverse teams, allowing participants to shine in areas where they excel. Whether you have energetic participants ready to dominate the Sports Zone, outgoing individuals who’ll steal the spotlight in the Entertainment Zone, or strategic minds geared up for the Science Zone, every team will find their moment to shine. And, of course, your tech-savvy crew will be right at home in the Technology Zone!
This event is designed to be inclusive, so no matter your team’s size or skill set, everyone gets to participate and contribute. Whether you plan out your team’s approach or dive into the action with a little spontaneity, it’s all about fun, teamwork and pushing yourself to break some records!
10. The Haka
The Haka indoor team building event is an incredible way to unite and energise large audiences, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Led by our talented Māori team, this authentic workshop immerses your attendees in the rich history and cultural significance of the Haka. Participants will learn the powerful stomps, chest slaps, fierce facial expressions and iconic chants that define this ancient tradition.
Ideal for large groups, the Haka experience fosters team cohesion and excitement, ensuring everyone is involved and engaged. We can tailor the workshop to suit your event’s specific needs, whether it’s a brief 15-minute ice breaker or a deeper exploration of the Haka’s cultural heritage. This high-energy activity promotes unity and personal growth, giving your audience a shared cultural experience they’ll carry with them long after the event ends.
11. Boomwhackers
Boomwhackers are fun, easy-to-play instruments that produce musical notes when tapped together or against a surface. In this indoor team building activity, everyone in your group will join forces to create beautiful music using these colourful tubes.
Each lightweight, color-coded Boomwhacker represents a different musical note, and when played together, they produce a magical sound! Guided by the expert host, your attendees will quickly pick up the rhythm and play in perfect sync. The result? The room comes alive as everyone unites to create a musical masterpiece, turning the space into a vibrant burst of colour and harmony.
Perfect for any size event and adaptable to any seating arrangement, this lively activity will energise your group and leave them buzzing with excitement!
12. Crystal Team Challenge
The Crystal Team Challenge is an action-packed activity that combines mental and physical challenges, making it perfect for diverse crowds. Your group will be split into teams, each working their way through four themed zones – Medieval, Aztec, Industrial and Futuristic – tackling exciting challenges to earn shiny crystals along the way.
In the grand finale, one member from each team will dive into the giant inflatable dome for the ultimate cash grab challenge! Grab as many golden tickets as you can to push your team up the leaderboard but watch out for those sneaky silver tickets – they’ll cost you points!
This high-energy team building for large groups is designed to engage everyone, ensuring every participant is actively involved.
13. Kidnap Your MD
Kidnap Your MD indoor team building event kicks off with a thrilling twist: your MD is kidnapped by mysterious masked figures! This can be played out in real-time or shown in a pre-recorded video. It’s up to your team to solve the mystery!
Large groups will be divided into smaller teams, each tasked with investigating clues left by the kidnappers. Teams will interview witnesses, suspects and police informants to gather vital information. They’ll also dive into real-life forensic activities like analysing fingerprints, studying fibres from the crime scene and creating digital e-fits of potential suspects.
The race is on as teams compete to crack the case first, with every participant encouraged to get involved. This immersive experience is perfect for large groups, fostering teamwork, problem-solving and plenty of excitement along the way!
14. Generation Game
Get ready for an unforgettable time with the Generation Game indoor team building event for large groups! Inspired by classic game shows, it’s loaded with interactive, hilarious and competitive rounds that will have your whole group in stitches. With a lively host and tons of fun props, teams will take on challenges like Black/White Cat, Countdown Conundrums, Family Fortunes, Don’t Show Keith Your Teeth, Peekaboo, Masked Dancer and Higher or Lower – just to name a few!
Perfect for large groups, this event keeps everyone engaged and entertained, with plenty of opportunities to participate and have fun. Whether you have a few teams or dozens, Generation Game is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for diverse groups!
15. Lights, Camera, Action
Step into the spotlight with Lights, Camera, Action – a dynamic indoor team building event where creativity takes centre stage. This experience lets everyone take part, whether you’re behind the camera or in front! Teams will collaborate to craft a story, write a script filled with clever one-liners and rehearse their scenes. With the addition of music, special effects and props from our costume store, the possibilities are endless.
Whether you’re shooting a futuristic news report, a short film or a movie trailer, your team will work together to bring your vision to life. This hands-on activity is designed for large and diverse groups, giving everyone a chance to apply their talents, spark creativity and have fun.
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Virtual Reality Team Building Activities – What To Expect
Are you wondering how VR team building works? It perfectly blends virtual reality and face-to-face collaboration for a truly engaging, inclusive and fun team experience that can be set up right at your venue or office. In this article, we’ll help you understand what to expect from your VR team building activity, including:
- What are VR team building activities?
- How do VR team building activities work?
- What makes VR team building so effective?
- VR Bomb Squad team building activity
- VR Escape Room team building activity
What are VR team building activities?
Virtual Reality (VR) games use advanced technology to create immersive, computer-generated environments where players can interact with their surroundings in real-time. Players put on VR headsets and find themselves stepping into another world, suddenly surrounded by stunning 360-degree environments where they can interact with objects and tackle challenges.
When applied to corporate team building, VR becomes a fresh and exciting tool for bringing teams together. In these activities, participants wear VR headsets and collaborate both in the VR world and the real world to complete tasks. Virtual reality team building activities are designed to be fully immersive, which makes them incredibly engaging as teamwork exercises. With easy-to-use controls, they’re also accessible for everyone, even total beginners.
VR team building creates shared memories, builds stronger bonds and improves teamwork under pressure. At an individual level, these games sharpen focus, test decision-making skills and encourage creativity. All while having a blast!
How do VR team building activities work?
VR team building activities are easy to set up and run. We bring all the necessary equipment, including VR headsets, controllers and expert hosts to your chosen venue. Each VR setup typically requires a small, clear space to ensure safe movement. Participants use VR headsets to step into fully immersive 360-degree virtual environments, themed to different challenges. The expert host is on hand to manage the equipment, guide the experience and ensure everything runs smoothly.
What makes virtual reality team building even more impressive is the merging of the virtual reality with the real world. Participants take turns wearing VR headsets, stepping into the VR game where they solve tasks, explore scenarios and interact with objects. Meanwhile, their teammates in the real world provide vital information, solve clues and guide the VR players to success. This dynamic collaboration ensures everyone is engaged, blending communication, problem-solving and strategy across both worlds.
What makes VR team building so effective?
By mixing immersive technology with teamwork, VR team building isn’t just fun, it delivers real benefits for everyone involved.
The challenges in VR team games rely on teamwork, communication and trust. Therefore it benefits teams by:
- Improving communication – Teams must give instructions clearly and listen carefully to guide each other through VR challenges.
- Developing trust – With time sensitive challenges, VR team building activities build reliance on your teammates while under pressure.
- Strengthening bonds – Shared moments of excitement and accomplishment bring teams closer.
For employers, virtual reality team building activities are a powerful way to motivate teams while sharpening essential skills. It helps with:
- Energising teams – Fun, immersive activities boost morale and recharge your team.
- Boosting problem-solving – Teams practice quick thinking and decision-making in fast-paced scenarios.
- Developing transferable skills – Encourages leadership and teamwork in an engaging way.
On an individual level, VR team building challenges players to step up. This encourages:
- Total engagement – VR pulls you into the action, keeping everyone fully focused.
- Creative thinking – Virtual worlds challenge you to think differently and solve problems creatively.
- Fun for everyone – Simple, intuitive technology makes VR accessible, even for first-timers.
VR Bomb Squad team building activity
VR Bomb Squad is one of GOTO Events’ most thrilling virtual reality team building events, and we bring the action right to you, at any venue across the UK. This cutting-edge experience is all about boosting teamwork and communication, blending the virtual and real worlds into a captivating team challenge.
The clock is ticking while your team holds the fate of the world in their hands. One brave teammate steps into the action, putting on the VR headset to enter the electrifying virtual world of Bomb Squad. Inside this immersive environment, they’ll use the controllers to interact with their surroundings. The mission? Disarm the explosives before time runs out. Quick thinking and decisive actions are key!
Meanwhile, back in the real world, the rest of the team is just as crucial to success. Equipped with vital instructions and clues, they’ll need to communicate clearly and strategise effectively to guide their teammate through intense but fun scenarios.
Each player gets a chance to wear the VR headset, stepping into the 360-degree environment, using cutting-edge technology and intuitive controls that make it easy to jump right in. The rest of the team stays fully engaged in the real world, working together to solve puzzles and guide their teammate through the mission.
VR Escape Room team building activity
VR Escape Room is the perfect VR team building game for smaller teams or events with limited space, requiring just a 4m x 4m area for the VR setup. It’s a fantastic addition to conferences, team building events or even as a fun afternoon activity right at your office.
In this multiplayer VR game for team building, your group will be split into two teams: the VR team and the real-world team. The VR team will put on the headsets and dive into a captivating 360-degree virtual world, exploring various intriguing themes. As they move through the cryptic environment, they’ll interact with objects and each other, with dynamic sound effects adding to the immersive experience. But here’s the twist: to escape, they’ll rely on the real-world team to solve clues and communicate vital information to guide them in the virtual world.
With easy-to-use controls, even VR beginners can jump in and enjoy the experience. Players will take turns wearing the headset, ensuring everyone gets a chance to experience the thrill of the virtual reality world. Plus, we bring all the equipment and an expert VR host to your venue anywhere in the UK, so you can enjoy this exhilarating adventure wherever you are!
Designed to improve collaboration and communication, VR Escape Room offers a unique, cutting-edge experience that challenges teams to think critically and work together under pressure.
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12 New Year Team Building Activities to Motivate And Inspire Your Team
Coming back to work after the holidays can be a mixed bag. While some team members may feel refreshed and ready to tackle the new year, others might experience the post-holiday blues, struggling to switch from festive mode back to work mode.
That’s where corporate team building activities can make a real difference. They’re not just a fun way to bring everyone together, they’re great for recharging the team, getting everyone on the same page and sparking motivation and creativity for the year ahead.
Whether your team is buzzing with energy or needs a little lift to shake off the winter blues, these activities are a brilliant way to kickstart the new year. Here are our top 12 ideas to get things rolling.
1. Charity Bike Build
Kicking off the new year with a charity team building activity is a fantastic way to bring your team together while making a real impact. With the Charity Bike Build, your team will work to assemble brand-new bicycles, which will be donated to children in need.
We take care of everything, bringing all the materials and our expert events team to your location. Through fun and engaging challenges, your team will earn the parts needed to build the bikes, guided step-by-step by a skilled facilitator. To make it even more special, your team can add personalised messages to the bikes for their future riders. Once the event wraps up, we handle delivery to the charity.
This is more than just a new year team building activity – it’s a meaningful experience that encourages teamwork, practical skills and compassion. It’s the perfect way to set a positive, collaborative tone for the year while showcasing your company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility. Ready to get started? Contact us today for a free, bespoke proposal in under 45 minutes!
2. Masterpiece
Masterpiece is a creative and inspiring team building challenge that’s perfect for starting the new year with a burst of collaboration and creativity. Split into teams, participants will take on fun challenges to earn their art supplies. Then, each team will paint their own canvas based on a given image. The twist? Every canvas is part of a bigger picture.
Teams must work together – not just within their group but across all teams – to ensure colours and details align perfectly. Once complete, our event crew assembles the canvases to reveal the final artwork, bringing the overall masterpiece to life. Whether it’s a depiction of your company’s values, future goals or a motivational message, the finished piece serves as a powerful symbol of teamwork and shared vision for the year ahead.
Best of all, the masterpiece can be proudly displayed in your office as a daily reminder of your team’s creativity and collaboration. We’ll bring everything to your chosen venue – art supplies, staff and equipment – anywhere in the UK. Ready to inspire your team with a team building activity for the new year? Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote!
3. Build a Living Wall
Start the new year by transforming your office and energising your team with a Living Wall workshop! This hands-on sustainability team building activity lets your team create a beautiful, fully customised living wall that fits your office’s style and space.
We’ll bring everything you need – plants, materials and an expert instructor who will guide the team through the process. As you plant lush greenery and vibrant flowers, you’ll also take part in fun team challenges that encourage collaboration, creativity and teamwork.
Once the wall is complete, our expert will install it in your chosen spot, turning your workspace into a refreshing green oasis. Not only does the living wall add a stunning visual element, but it also promotes a healthier environment, improving air quality and enhancing overall wellbeing.
Kick off the year with a team building activity that unites your team and sets a positive, sustainable tone for the new year. Ready to get started? Contact us today for a free, bespoke proposal!
4. Apprentices
The new year is the perfect opportunity to spark fresh ideas, challenge your team’s problem-solving skills and encourage out-of-the-box thinking. If you’re after a business-focused new year team building that’s as fun as it is engaging, Apprentices is for you!
Inspired by the iconic show, participants will step into the high-pressure boardroom, greeted by dramatic music and our own business mogul, Sir Alex Sweetex. Divided into teams, they’ll receive their briefs and tackle a series of dynamic business tasks designed to develop leadership, delegation, commercial awareness and teamwork, all while competing head-to-head.
As the final boardroom session looms, teams will present their ideas to Sir Alex and his expert panel, aiming to impress and avoid hearing the dreaded words: “You’re fired!”
This high-energy, creative challenge will get your team thinking strategically, collaborating effectively and fired up to tackle the year ahead. Plus, we can tailor the tasks to align with your company’s goals. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
5. Betrayers
Betrayers is a thrilling new year team activity that will keep your team on edge as they race to solve engaging challenges. But there’s a catch! Someone on each team is working undercover, secretly sabotaging their own group to claim victory for themselves!
It’s a fast-paced, high-energy experience packed with dynamic tasks and the ever-present threat of betrayal. Teams will dive into action-packed rounds like:
- Cipher Challenge – Solve puzzles to unlock the codes on the lockboxes.
- Quest for Riches – Use an interactive scavenger map to locate the hidden treasures.
- Melodic Mystery – Test your ears by identifying the tricky musical tones.
As the clock ticks down, teams must try to unmask the betrayer before it’s too late. But be careful – accusing the wrong person could hand the win to the undercover saboteurs!
This unpredictable and wildly entertaining activity is the perfect way to bring energy and fun to the start of the year. Ready to get started? Contact us today for a free, bespoke proposal in under 45 minutes!
6. Kidnap Your MD
Kick off the new year with the unforgettable Kidnap Your MD event! Just as your team wraps up discussions about the new business strategy, chaos strikes – your MD is taken hostage, along with all the crucial company files! Don’t worry, it’s all part of the plan for this thrilling and immersive new year activity for employees.
Here’s how it unfolds: mysterious criminals, dressed head-to-toe in black, swoop in and kidnap your MD right under your noses, disappearing without a trace. It’s now up to your team to crack the case and save the day!
Working in groups, your team will tackle an array of investigative challenges – analysing fingerprints, examining fibres, interviewing witnesses and even creating e-fits of the suspects. This high-energy, murder-mystery-style experience will have everyone racing against the clock to uncover the truth and rescue your MD. Get in touch today for tailored pricing and recommendations!
7. Dragons Lair
Start the new year with Dragons Lair, a thrilling team building activity inspired by the hit show! We’ll transform your office into the Dragons Lair, where participants are welcomed by our charismatic host and introduced to the tycoon investors. You can nominate team members to take on the role of Dragons or let our professional actors judge the ideas.
In teams, participants will receive their brief and dive into crafting the ultimate invention or business idea. Whether you want an open-ended challenge or something tailored to your business goals, we’ll design the activity to suit your needs. Teams will tackle every aspect of the process, from brainstorming and market research to marketing and financial planning.
For the finale, teams will prepare and rehearse their elevator pitches before stepping into the Dragons’ Lair to present their ideas. Facing the panel, they’ll make their case, hoping to win over the investors and claim the top spot.
Whether you’re looking to ignite innovation for a new project this year or simply want to develop your team’s skills in a fun, competitive way, Dragons Lair is the perfect new year team building activity. Get in touch today for personalised recommendations and pricing!
8. Survival Island
Challenge your team to step out of their comfort zones with Survival Island, an outdoor team building adventure that fosters resilience, teamwork and essential survival skills. It’s the ultimate way to start the year with an experience that brings your team closer together.
Set at an outdoor location of your choice, your team will dive into realistic survival scenarios guided by an expert. Split into groups, participants will take on a series of exciting challenges, such as lighting fires with minimal tools, building shelters, performing first aid, constructing stretchers, tying knots and creating water filters using natural materials like sand and charcoal.
We’ll provide high-quality equipment and a fully immersive survival training programme that goes beyond survival techniques. Your team will gain valuable skills like resilience, adaptability, teamwork, decision-making under pressure and problem-solving – tools they can bring back to the workplace.
Looking for a unique and impactful way to kick off the new year? Get in touch today for your free, bespoke quote!
9. Sleep Pods for the Homeless
The Sleep Pods for the Homeless team building event provides a powerful opportunity to give back by supporting those facing homelessness in cold winter conditions. It’s the perfect activity to start the new year, bringing your team together around a cause that truly matters right now.
In this new year team activity, teams will take on fun, interactive challenges to earn the materials needed to build emergency Sleep Pods. Guided by our expert facilitator, your team will assemble these life-saving shelters which are designed to retain body heat, protect from the elements and provide immediate shelter. Once the event is over, we’ll handle the delivery of the Sleep Pods to the charity, ensuring they go directly to those in need.
This meaningful experience not only highlights an urgent issue but also promotes collaboration and unity within your team. It’s an impactful way to start the year, combining team building with a charitable goal. Contact us today for a free, bespoke proposal!
10. Operation Supply Drop
Operation Supply Drop is the perfect team building activity to start the new year with purpose and positivity. This hands-on experience lets your team come together to assemble care packages for those facing homelessness in your community.
The event begins with an inspiring presentation from the charity, highlighting the importance of the cause and how your contribution will make a real difference. Then, participants are divided into smaller teams and take on a series of fun, military-themed challenges. Each task you complete earns funds to collect essential items such as food and household products. From memory games and survival tests to skill challenges and precision tasks, you’ll need to collaborate, think creatively and push your team’s problem-solving abilities.
After the event, the GOTO Events team will deliver the care packages to the selected charity, ensuring your contributions reach those in need. The sense of accomplishment from making a tangible impact will carry your team through the year, setting a positive tone for everything to come.
11. Putt for a Purpose
Putt for a Purpose is a team building activity that blends creativity, collaboration and a commitment to making a positive impact on your community this new year!
Here’s how it works: Teams are divided into smaller groups, each assigned a mini-golf hole base. We bring everything needed to your venue or office and we set up the course to fit your space. Teams take on fun challenges to earn materials such as boxes, cans and packages, which they’ll use to design and build their own mini-golf holes.
Once all the holes are complete, the competition begins as everyone plays through the course and tests each other’s creations in a light-hearted mini-golf challenge. At the end of the event, we collect all the food bank items and donate them to a chosen charity, helping those in need in your local community.
If you want a fun yet meaningful way to kick off the new year, get in touch today for personalised recommendations and pricing!
12. Charity Bake Off
Charity Bake Off is a fun, hands-on baking experience led by a Michelin-star-trained pastry chef – but with a charity twist. The baked goods created by your team will be donated to a local homeless charity to help those in need.
We bring everything to you – a fully equipped mobile kitchen, ingredients and all the tools for professional baking. Your team will be split into groups, each with their own workstation, complete with aprons and chef hats. After a demo from the chef, it’s time to get baking a variety of products like breads, cakes and pastries. This new year activity for employees is all about teamwork, as you’ll collaborate, learn new skills and share ideas to create the perfect treats. There will be plenty of tasting opportunities along the way, and the chef will be there to guide you through the process to ensure top-quality results.
Once everything is baked, we’ll pack up the goodies and deliver them to a local homeless charity. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
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Best Corporate Ice Breakers for Conferences and Meetings
Starting a conference or meeting on the right note can set the tone for the entire day. That’s where corporate ice breakers come in. Group ice breakers are fun, engaging activities designed to ease initial awkwardness, spark energy and encourage interaction among attendees. They’re especially effective for large groups, creating a shared experience that gets everyone talking and building connections from the get-go.
At GOTO Events, we have a diverse range of mobile ice breaker activities suitable for groups of all sizes, whether you’re looking to kick start a large conference, a business meeting or a staff event. Our business ice breakers are designed to fit seamlessly into your schedule and venue, with fully customisable sessions ranging from 15 minutes to three hours.
Discover five of our top conference ice breakers and energisers to transform your event into an unforgettable experience.
Best Corporate Ice Breakers
1. Boomwhackers
Boomwhackers is a unique musical activity guaranteed to break the ice naturally. Studies show that music stimulates the brain’s reward system, helping to reduce stress and boost creativity – ideal for uniting large groups at corporate events.
Boomwhackers brings people together as they learn to play these simple, tube-like instruments. Each lightweight, colour-coded Boomwhacker represents a musical note and produces sound when tapped together or against a surface. Played in unison, they create a magical harmony. No musical experience is needed – our expert host will guide everyone step by step, helping the group quickly get in sync.
As the mood lifts and everyone joins in with familiar tunes like We Will Rock You and The Lion Sleeps Tonight, Boomwhackers energises the room, enhancing engagement, communication and teamwork. It’s the perfect meeting ice breaker to set the tone for a successful event.
With flexible sessions to suit your schedule, from quick energisers to more in-depth workshops, we’ll bring Boomwhackers straight to your venue. Get in touch today for expert advice and pricing!
2. Drumming Workshop
Collective drumming is a powerful and proven way to bring people together, using rhythm to synchronise brain activity and strengthen group cohesion. Studies show that rhythmic coordination activates our mirror neurons – the brain cells that help us mimic and connect with others – encouraging empathy and unity. With our Drumming Workshop, everyone gets their own drum and joins in sync with the beat, led by our expert drummer.
No musical skills are needed; it’s all about tapping into the natural rhythm innate to all humans. The conductor will lead with different beats and the group will follow along to create an impactful sound. We bring everything to your venue, anywhere in the UK, including a professional events management team and an expert drummer to transform your conference or meeting.
This Drumming Workshop not only boosts collective focus, creativity and communication at your event, but also reduces stress, improves mood and promotes a sense of relaxation and wellbeing.
Contact us today to discuss your corporate ice breaker requirements and discover how a drumming workshop can help achieve your goals.
3. The Haka
The Haka is a traditional Māori performance from New Zealand, known for its powerful chants, rhythmic movements and fierce energy, originally performed by warriors to intimidate opponents and now famously showcased by the All Blacks rugby team.
The Haka workshop is an incredible way to break the ice at a conference or large corporate event with our talented performers coming to any venue in the UK to teach your audience the iconic Haka. The bold gestures, strong vocal expressions and synchronised movements will energise the room and push participants out of their comfort zones, helping them develop confidence and a sense of shared achievement.
We can tailor The Haka to fit into your schedule, whether you need a quick ice breaker or a more immersive experience. Whichever format you choose, one thing is certain – the chants and physicality of the Haka will inspire participants to fully engage and embrace the intensity of the moment. The result is an unforgettable experience that sets the tone for a successful event.
Get in touch today to explore how we can customise The Haka to suit your needs.
4. Yoga Class
Incorporating an ice breaker into your conference or meeting isn’t just about breaking the silence, it’s about boosting engagement, collaboration and making participants feel comfortable and included.
A Yoga Class is an excellent way to set a positive tone and prepare your audience for meaningful interactions and collaborations. Fully customisable to suit your schedule and group’s needs, our sessions are accessible to all fitness levels so that everyone can participate and enjoy the benefits. Led by our certified yoga instructor who will come to your venue anywhere in the UK, the class can be more dynamic, or adapted to any seating style and ability level, with gentle stretching and more focus on breathwork and mindfulness.
As a corporate event ice breaker, yoga helps participants relax and focus, creating a positive and engaging atmosphere right from the start. The benefits will extend throughout the rest of your event, helping to alleviate stress and encouraging continued engagement. With its calming yet energising effects, Yoga Class sets the perfect tone for meaningful collaboration and connection. Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal for your meeting ice breaker.
5. Junk Funk
Junk Funk is a truly unique conference ice breaker that will be a fantastic conversation starter, sparking laughter and meaningful connections at your corporate event.
The concept is simple yet exciting: we take everyday scrap objects like saucepans, dustbins, hard hats, drainpipes and even car wheels, and transform them into instruments. Everyone will collaborate to create vibrant rhythms and music, coming together as the Junk Funk orchestra.
We bring everything directly to your venue, with our professional host guiding participants through this fun, high-energy activity that fosters creativity and self-expression. Junk Funk encourages attendees to see ordinary items in a new light, giving them a fresh perspective on collaboration and innovation. By transforming what’s considered “junk” into a cohesive orchestra, Junk Funk inspires out-of-the-box thinking and teamwork. Who knew that drainpipes could produce such a captivating resonance, or that old car wheels could create a surprisingly vibrant metallic sound?
Adaptable to your goals and needs, Junk Funk is an ice breaker for conferences that will leave a lasting impression. Contact us today to get a free, bespoke quote!
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7 Conference Team Building Activities to Boost Collaboration and Engagement
Team building activities are an excellent way to bring excitement and variety to any conference. They recharge attendees focus, boost engagement and create a sense of unity, leaving everyone feeling more connected through fun, informal activities.
At GOTO Events, we specialise in corporate team building activities, tailoring the experience to align with your conference schedule and goals, so you get both results and fun. From quick but impactful conference energisers like the Haka, to longer, competitive challenges like Fortune Hunters and even meaningful charity activities like Bike Build and Sleep Pods, here are our top conference team building activities.
Top 7 Conference Team Building Activities
1. The Haka
Ignite your audience with a powerful Haka experience led by our talented Māori team, brought straight to your conference at any venue in the UK. This unique, authentic workshop dives into the rich history and cultural importance of the Haka in New Zealand, tracing its journey from an ancient war dance to a symbol of national pride, unity and celebration, famous worldwide through the All Blacks rugby team. Your attendees will learn the bold stomps, chest slaps, fierce facial expressions and hair-raising chants that define the Haka, stepping out of their comfort zones and awakening their inner warrior.
We can tailor this activity to perfectly fit your conference needs, whether you’re after a quick 15-minute team building ice breaker or a deeper exploration of the Haka. The Haka workshop delivers an energising, unforgettable experience that builds unity, encourages personal growth and connects your team through a shared cultural tradition they’ll carry with them long after the event. Get in touch today to get a free, bespoke quote!
2. Yoga Class
Our Yoga Class is an inclusive and adaptable activity that works for any fitness level, group size or room layout. The yoga conference energiser will guide attendees through breathing techniques, gentle stretches and movement to help them relax, destress and boost focus. These therapeutic techniques not only leave attendees feeling recharged and calm during the event but also provide tools they can use in their daily lives to reduce stress.
With a certified yoga instructor coming directly to your venue, our Yoga Class is easily integrated into your conference in a way that suits the space and group size. The session is perfect for large groups in theatre-style seating, where everyone participates together from their seats, following the instructor and learning breathing, stretching and mindfulness techniques. The class also suits smaller, interactive group sessions in a designated room, giving attendees the chance to fully engage in yoga poses, relaxation techniques and meditation. Our expert event management team is here to offer professional recommendations for your upcoming conference – just get in touch with us!
3. Circus Skills
A Circus Skills workshop is the perfect conference activity because it encourages participants to work together in a playful and creative environment. As they get hands-on learning some exciting new skills, they’ll break down barriers, build confidence and naturally start connecting with others.
Fully adaptable to your schedule, goals and room layout, we’ll bring everything needed to your venue, including a professional events team to set up and lead the activity. Here are some of the circus skills your audience can try:
- Juggling
- Diabolo tricks
- Plate spinning
- Tightrope walking
- Balloon modelling
- Stilt walking
- Trapeze swinging
Get in touch today to discuss how we can bring a fun and engaging Circus Skills workshop to your conference venue!
4. Challenge 100
Challenge 100 is the ideal conference team building activity for mixed groups with different interests and skills – just like most conference audiences! It’s a fun, high-energy event where attendees work in teams, competing against each other to complete as many challenges as they can within the time limit.
We bring all the equipment to your venue, and our professional events team takes care of everything, from setup to running the event and pack-down. Challenge 100 works great for large groups of hundreds and is adaptable as a conference ice breaker to kick off your event or as a memorable activity to wind down at the end of the day, allowing everyone to relax and have fun.
With five activity zones – Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Busters – everyone gets a chance to contribute, showcase their talents and learn something new. While the competitive element keeps things exciting, the real goal is to inspire teamwork, collaboration and connections in a fun, natural way.
Get in touch for a free, tailored quote to bring Challenge 100 to your conference!
5. Fortune Hunters
If you’re looking for a fun yet strategic activity to enhance your conference, Fortune Hunters is the perfect choice to entertain your audience. Inspired by the recent hit reality show, this is a lively experience that encourages natural communication and interaction among participants. It’s ideal for smaller conferences, or you can organise smaller groups to take turns throughout the day.
Here’s how it works: Your group will be divided into teams and each team receives a locked briefcase – one of which holds the coveted fortune! Teams will face off in a series of fun, engaging challenges with puzzles, scavenger hunts and estimation games. The winning team in each round can either keep their briefcase or swap it with another team. Expect plenty of surprises, from sneaky peeks into competitors’ briefcases to opportunities for some cheeky stealing!
In the grand finale, the team holding the lucky briefcase gets to reveal their fortune, ending the event with an exciting medal ceremony. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote!
6. Charity Bike Build
Make a lasting impression on your conference attendees with a charity team building activity that gives them the opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives – all while participating in fun and energising activities. The Bike Build conference team building is perfect for smaller groups or can be adapted for breakout rooms to accommodate a larger audience. Our team comes to your venue with all the materials and a professional events team to handle every detail.
In this activity, participants take on fun team building challenges to earn bike parts. While your group is split into teams for a touch of friendly competition, collaboration is key as everyone works towards the shared goal of building bicycles for charity. Along the way, they’ll learn transferable, hands-on skills, guided by an expert instructor.
At the end of the activity, each team can decorate their bike and add a personal message for its future rider. Our team will then collect the bikes and deliver them to our partner charities to bring joy to children in need. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote!
7. Sleep Pods for the Homeless
Another impactful charity team building event for conferences, Sleep Pods for the Homeless combines teamwork with a meaningful purpose. In aid of our charity partner, we bring everything to you – equipment and staff – anywhere in the UK.
Working in teams, participants take on interactive challenges to earn materials needed to construct emergency Sleep Pods. These simple but life-saving shelters are designed to protect those facing homelessness from harsh weather conditions. Guided by our expert facilitators, teams assemble the Sleep Pods using special thermal-insulative materials that retain body heat, resist wind and rain, and can be set up in seconds – offering immediate shelter in emergencies. After the event, we deliver all completed Sleep Pods to the charity, so they can be distributed to those in need.
With flexible setup requirements, this activity easily adapts to different group sizes and spaces, making it an ideal way to wrap up your conference. It leaves participants with a powerful sense of accomplishment, having directly supported a real-world cause. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote.
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5 Pro Tips For Choosing the Perfect Corporate Event Venue in London
Planning a corporate event in London is more than just picking a space, it’s also an opportunity to create a memorable experience. However, the vast range of venues available can make selecting the ideal space overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be. In collaboration with HeadBox, experts in meeting and event venues in London, we’re thrilled to bring you insider tips straight from their on-the-ground know-how!
Sourcing the ideal venue is something like a Venn diagram – a mixture of location, amenities and incorporating your brand’s identity, all within your budget. Here are five pro tips to guide you in choosing the perfect corporate event venue in London.
5 Pro Tips For Choosing the Perfect Corporate Event Venue in London
Pro Tip #1
Budgeting – Search for a venue AFTER setting a budget that includes venue hire, amenities, and (if applicable) catering and beverage
This may seem obvious, but don’t underestimate how much more refined your venue search becomes when you set your budget first. This ensures you not only find your perfect corporate venue but also the perfect one for your budget.
It is crucial to set a budget that includes the venue hire cost or the daily delegate rate (DDR) and amenities like audio-visual (AV) equipment (screens, projectors, lighting, and sound), staff assistance or setup/breakdown, entertainment packages, and (if applicable) catering and beverage.
Depending on the venue, a venue hire fee (half-day or full-day) or a daily rate per person (DDR) may be available. There’s no hard and fast rule, but corporate venues are more likely to operate by DDR, meeting rooms at an hourly rate or DDR, while venues that serve a variety of events tend towards a venue hire fee.
Pro Tip #2
Venue types – To create a memorable event, select a venue that suits the event’s needs and reflects your brand’s values and messaging
While the purpose of your event dictates the venue and it seems obvious to host a conference at a conference venue or a corporate Christmas party at a hotel, an array of venue options is available that break the traditional mould.
For example, a progressive and innovative brand could opt for a conference in a cutting-edge industrial creative space, and a traditional brand with a long-standing reputation could opt for a historic venue for its black-tie Christmas gala. As long as a venue has the capacity and flexibility of seating and standing arrangements, whether you decide to get creative with a venue or stay traditional, giving equal priority to your event’s purpose and brand identity will help you narrow down the overwhelming selection of event venues in London.
Pro Tip #3
Location – Select a venue in a location that suits your guest’s needs: parking, hotel rooms, and public transport
Knowing how most of your guests will arrive at your event and their length of stay should dictate the location. If many will arrive by car, prioritise a venue with a car park. If it’s a Central London location, ensure there are nearby public transport links like the Underground and National Rail.
A state-of-the-art industrial creative space might have the look and ambience you’re after, but if it’s located on the outskirts of London, it will cost your guests time and money to get there. If you have guests travelling from out of London, an event space in a hotel – or at least one close to a hotel – would be ideal.
One more thing to consider when it comes to brand values and identity: If you’re a Benefit Corporation or just looking to reduce your carbon footprint, location is even more important, as 80% of carbon emissions from in-person events come from travel to a venue.
Pro Tip #4
Amenities – Consider the array of amenities available at potential venues; the perfect venue is only an empty shell if there are limited to no amenities
As established, hiring a corporate event venue in London hinges on your budget. Impactful events come just as much from the amenities as the venue itself. Are you able to customise the lighting to your brand colours? Is there an entertainment package included? If there are guests giving talks, how is the sound and lighting? Is there a projector screen available? Are staff on hand to ensure a smooth running of the technical aspects?
Know when and where to employ creativity. For example, if most of your budget has gone into securing a venue but it’s a blank space, work with the event manager/staff to create ambience through lighting and thoughtfully-placed decorations that align with your brand identity. Prioritise tech capability if that’s a requirement for your event. If it’s a party or product launch, prioritise ambience, decor, and space to show off the new product.
Pro Tip #5
Securing the venue – Don’t leave searching for and securing a venue to the last minute
Setting a budget, knowing your location needs, and outlining the required amenities will narrow your search for corporate event venues in London. But after the site visit or virtual 3D tour is complete and you’re sure you’ve sourced the perfect venue for your event, don’t wait too long to secure it.
Once again, there’s no hard and fast rule; some venues will require a deposit, others payment in full, and still others just a contractual confirmation – it varies depending on the venue and size of the event.
Do what you need to secure the booking and ensure all agreements are in writing. Keep communication open as the date of your event approaches; confirm final numbers, dietary requirements, any deliveries, and final preparations.
Don’t underestimate the amount of work required to organise a corporate event, this is why it’s pivotal that you give yourself time. Setting a budget, having an idea in mind of the venue type you’d like, knowing the necessary amenities required for your event, all while thinking about your brand identity and values – these are the tricks of the trade for choosing the perfect corporate event venue in London.
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6 Conference Energisers to Leave a Lasting Impression on Your Audience
Conferences are all about sparking connections, sharing ideas and leaving attendees inspired. But with a packed agenda, it’s natural for your audience to lose focus and feel drained after back-to-back sessions.
That’s where conference energisers come in! These impactful group activities are designed to refresh the room, boost engagement and help attendees connect with each other in a fun way. Whether you’re looking for a quick boost or a longer session, our conference energiser ideas are flexible and fully mobile, ready to bring the energy to any venue across the UK. Are you ready to leave a lasting impression on your audience and make your conference truly unforgettable?
Our Top 6 Conference Energisers
1. The Haka
The Haka conference energiser is an incredible way to fire up your attendees and boost their confidence and motivation. Our talented performers of Māori descent will bring this powerful, ceremonial dance to any venue in the UK, teaching your audience the traditional Haka that Māori tribes once performed before going to war. This ice breaker activity suits any conference type and size, with flexible session lengths to fit your schedule.
After an awe-inspiring demonstration from our performers, you will receive a fascinating overview of the Haka’s history and cultural significance, leaving everyone with a deeper appreciation for this incredible tradition.
Then, it’s time to step out of your comfort zone as you and your audience perform the Haka together. You’ll learn the rhythmic stomps, chest slaps, fierce facial expressions and loud chants that make this dance so iconic.
The Haka conference energiser is an authentic, hands-on journey into the traditional dance of New Zealand’s indigenous people and is guaranteed to make your conference truly memorable!
Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal.
2. Junk Funk
Junk Funk is a unique conference energiser that transforms everyday scrap objects into instruments, creating vibrant rhythms and music with your group.
We will bring everything right to your conference venue, and our professional host will guide your attendees through this fun, high-energy meeting energiser, using all kinds of unexpected items like saucepans, dustbins, hard hats, drainpipes and even car wheels. Not only will this activity recharge your group’s energy and motivation, but will also spark creativity and self-expression.
As everyone collaborates, watch as the Junk Funk orchestra comes to life in an exciting, collective drumming experience that’s guaranteed to bring energy and fun to your conference!
Who knew that drainpipes could produce such a captivating resonance? Or that old car wheels could create a surprisingly vibrant metallic sound? Even the humble rubbish bin comes alive, its bass tone providing the driving rhythm for the whole group.
If you want to create your own Junk Funk orchestra at your next conference, get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal.
3. Circus Skills
If you’re looking for a hands-on conference energiser idea to make your event truly fun and memorable, our Circus Skills experience lets participants dive into a variety of challenges, where they can try their hand at learning unique circus skills such as:
- Juggling
- Diabolo tricks
- Plate spinning
- Tightrope walking
- Balloon modelling
- Stilt walking
- Trapeze swinging
Many of us dreamed of becoming circus performers when we were children, so this immersive conference energiser is sure to bring big smiles to your participants’ faces! It encourages teamwork, boosts confidence and unleashes everyone’s inner performer! Plus, we can tailor the activity to fit your schedule, audience size and venue.
Get a free, bespoke quote today to bring all the fun of the circus right to your conference!
4. Boomwhackers
In the Boomwhackers conference energiser, you and your team will make wonderful music using colourful tubes called Boomwhackers. These unique and easy-to-play instruments produce musical notes when tapped together or against a surface. Each lightweight, colour-coded tube represents a different musical note and when played in unison, they create a truly magical sound!
With guidance from a Boomwhacker expert, your conference attendees will quickly learn to play these fun instruments in sync. The result? Your conference is instantly transformed into a vibrant sea of colour as the participants come together in perfect harmony to create a musical masterpiece.
Making music together in the Boomwhackers conference team building creates a shared goal, sparks creativity and provides a fun music experience that’s sure to stick with your participants long after the event.
This entertaining activity is suitable for any conference, no matter the size or seating arrangements and is sure to delight your guests and invigorate your event. Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal.
5. Yoga Class
If your conference has a packed schedule, consider giving your guests a chance to pause and recharge. Our Yoga Class is a perfect addition to your event to rejuvenate your attendees and encourage them to stay fully present and engaged.
Whether you prefer a more comprehensive class or a quick session, we offer customisable options to bring the benefits of mindfulness and yoga to your event. Our certified yoga instructor will come to your venue to lead an expert, interactive session that’s tailored to your needs.
Depending on what you’re looking for, the session can combine movement, meditation and breath control techniques to clear the mind, promote relaxation and re-energise your audience. It’s also a fun, shared experience that helps create a positive atmosphere, breaks down barriers and enhances the event experience.
Our Yoga Class is highly adaptable to any group size and can even be practiced on theatre-style seating. We can also tailor this conference energiser to any ability level, focusing solely on breathwork or including stretching and movement as well.
Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal.
6. Drumming Workshop
The Drumming Workshop will bring everyone together and really pump up the energy at your conference, whether you’re working with a small group or a larger crowd. No musical skills are needed – everyone gets their own drum to get in sync with the rhythm. The conductor will lead with different beats and the group will follow along to create a truly powerful sound. This meeting energiser idea gets everyone fully involved while promoting active listening, collaboration and communication. It’s an inspiring activity to do as a group and it’s incredibly fun and entertaining!
It’s perfect for any type of audience, as drumming and rhythms come naturally to most people, even without prior experience. Plus, it’s ideal for an internationally diverse group, as it transcends language barriers, fosters teamwork and creates a unique, tribal atmosphere that will resonate with your attendees long after the conference ends.
If a Drumming Workshop sounds like your perfect conference ice breaker or energiser, request a free, bespoke quote today!
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The Best 23 Team Building Activities in 2025
In 2025, corporate team building activities are reaching new heights, offering more engaging, immersive, and trend-driven experiences than ever before. From pop culture-inspired challenges to activities that champion charity and sustainability, these events are tailored to bring teams closer in fun and meaningful ways. Companies embracing these trends are seeing the benefits of a more connected and motivated workforce, making it essential to stay up to date on what’s hot in team building for a successful year ahead.
Whether it’s the 2025 kick off meeting, the summer or Christmas party, an annual conference, a milestone anniversary or a regular business meeting, team building activities will bring engagement and fun to any corporate event on your calendar for 2025.
At GOTO Events, we’re the UK’s leading team building company, offering a wide selection of innovative, dynamic and expertly-designed activities for groups of all sizes. Our events are fully mobile, meaning we can come to you at any location with expert staff and all the equipment, whether you’re planning a team building activity in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool or anywhere else in the UK.
Here’s a roundup of 23 of the best team building games for 2025.
1. Betrayers
Betrayers is a thrilling team building event with an unexpected twist! Teams compete in action-packed challenges against the clock, like the Cipher Challenge, where they solve puzzles to crack codes on lockboxes, or the Quest for Riches, using an interactive scavenger hunt map to track down hidden treasures. But here’s the catch: someone on each team is secretly working undercover, sabotaging their own team to claim victory for themselves! At the end, teams will try to unmask the betrayers, or they might accuse an innocent teammate, handing the win to the traitors! It’s an exciting, high-energy experience packed with dynamic challenges and a constant edge of suspense. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
2. Quid Games
Welcome to the Quid Games! Get ready for an action-packed experience with immersive props, themed music, costumed actors and fun team building challenges for all skill levels. Compete to earn cash for your team’s fishbowl while the guards keep a watchful eye. But don’t worry, the games are easy to join in, so everyone can dive in and have a blast. Some games will be familiar from the hit show, while others will offer brand-new, exciting twists! Unlike the original, no one gets eliminated, so everyone stays in the game right to the end. We’ll wrap things up with an awards ceremony, tallying up each team’s fishbowl money to crown the winners and hand out the medals. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
3. Crystal Team Challenge
The Crystal Team Challenge is a thrilling event that mixes mental and physical challenges in a fun and competitive format. Teams go head-to-head to collect as many crystals as they can by tackling team building puzzles and tasks in the four game zones: Aztec, Futuristic, Industrial and Medieval. As teams conquer each area, their crystal count grows, which determines how much time they get in the thrilling Cash Grabber Dome finale.
Inside the huge inflatable dome, the pressure is on as team members take turns trying to grab the gold tickets. Are you ready for the competition to get intense? Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
4. GPS Treasure Hunt
In the GPS Treasure Hunt, your group will be divided into smaller teams, each equipped with a high-tech tablet loaded with our custom GPS app. The app leads you to hidden hotspots along the route with tricky clues, challenging you to discover secret locations and take on a mix of fun tasks from hilarious photo and video challenges to brain-teasing puzzles. Each hotspot brings new surprises and a shot at earning points, turning up the competition as you race against the other teams.
We cover any location across the UK, customising this team building scavenger hunt experience to your area and supplying everything needed for the activity, including a professional on-site events team. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
5. Charity Bike Build
Charity Bike Build is a powerful way to unite your team and make a real impact by building brand-new bicycles for children in need in Africa. We bring everything to your location, including dedicated staff and all the equipment. Teams dive into fun team building games to earn bike parts, then get hands-on with the build, guided by our experts. To make it even more special, your team can add a personal message to each bike for its future rider. Once the event wraps up, we take care of delivering the bikes to the chosen charity. It’s a truly rewarding experience that builds collaboration, practical skills, compassion and a strong sense of accomplishment. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
6. Sleep Pods for the Homeless
The Sleep Pods for the Homeless team building corporate event gives your team a unique chance to make a real impact by helping people in your community who are facing homelessness. Working in teams, participants take on fun, interactive challenges to earn materials for building emergency Sleep Pods. Then, with guidance from our expert facilitator, they’ll assemble these life-saving shelters using specialised, thermal-insulated materials. The Sleep Pods are designed to keep in body heat and withstand wind and rain, providing immediate shelter in unsafe weather condition. After the event, we deliver the Sleep Pods to the charity to be distributed to those in need. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
7. Living Wall Workshop
Give your office a fresh, new look with a living wall installation created by your team in a fun, hands-on team building activity. We’ll bring all the supplies to your office, along with an expert instructor to guide you through the process. Together, your team will design and build a custom living wall that fits your style and space perfectly. As you plant vibrant foliage and flowers, you’ll take on fun team building tasks that spark creativity and collaboration. Once it’s complete, our expert will install the wall in your chosen spot, adding a stunning feature that boosts your office aesthetics and air quality. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
8. Bee Hotel Workshop
The Bee Hotel Workshop is a hands-on sustainability team building workshop, giving your team a unique chance to support bee conservation in a fun, impactful way. Participants engage in interactive team games, learning about sustainability and the critical role of pollinators. Guided by expert facilitators, teams work together to craft custom bee hotels using wood and bamboo straws, practicing DIY skills and adding personal creative touches to each hotel. It’s a fully mobile experience – we’ll bring all the equipment and our dedicated events team to your chosen location, anywhere in the UK, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
9. Under Pressure
Prepare to be put under pressure in this fun team building activity! With themed lighting, music, props, a full-size inflatable game arena and a charismatic costumed host, you and your team will dive into game-show-style challenges, working together to rack up points and climb to the top of the leaderboard. You’ll even get a chance to practice with your team before going head-to-head in the game arena!
Examples of team building activities include:
- Testing your reflexes and speed as you sort red and white balls into separate containers against the clock.
- Stopping a giant timer with pinpoint accuracy at precisely the right moment.
- Climbing over barriers while blindfolded – not for the faint of heart!
10. Master of the Tasks
Inspired by the hit show, Master of the Tasks is a laugh-out-loud team building experience where teams will tackle a series of quirky tasks that are sure to have everyone in stitches! Challenges are revealed in golden envelopes, building excitement as each new one pops up. Some tasks give you a 10-minute practice window, while others call for quick thinking and creativity with no time to prep! Points are awarded each round and a live leaderboard keeps the stakes high. With witty commentary, themed music and fun visuals, your team will be transported into a world of unforgettable challenges and hilariously impossible feats. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
11. Soap Box Derby
Gear up to unleash your creativity and competitive spirit with our Soap Box Derby, an outdoor team building activity for employees that’s all about fun and energy. Teams get to design, build, decorate and race their own carts in an epic dash to claim a spot on the podium! Everyone starts with a basic pedal cart and a toolkit. To earn cash for your Soap Box supplies you’ll go head-to-head with the other teams in a series of fun challenges.
Your cart has to be both practical and safe, with extra points awarded for the most creative and quirky design! The day wraps up with a thrilling race around the course and a fun award ceremony to crown the champions. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
12. School Sports Day
Get ready to relive the fun of your school sports day in this high-energy team building day out! Grab your headbands, rally your team and dive into classic games with plenty of twists to score points and take the top spot. Starting off with a lively warm-up and wrapping up with an epic medal ceremony, School Sports Day is all about bringing back those nostalgic vibes. But we’ve got some unique surprise in store, too! Activities include Tug of War, Swing Ball, Human Football Table, Badminton, Dodgeball and Inflatable Volleyball. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
13. Putt for a Purpose
In Putt for a Purpose, participants are divided into teams, with each team stationed at a mini-golf hole base. We’ll bring everything you need right to your venue or office and we’ll adjust the setup to fit your space. Teams will tackle engaging challenges to earn materials from the food bank supply zone, including boxes, cans and packages. They’ll then use these supplies to design and build their own mini-golf holes. Once all the holes are ready, everyone gets to compete in a fun mini-golf tournament. At the end of the team building event, the GOTO Events team will pack up all the food bank items used and donate them to a nominated charity, helping those in need in your local community. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
14. Charity Bake Off
Charity Bake Off is a hands-on team building cooking class led by a Michelin-star-trained pastry chef, where your team gets to bake treats that will go directly to a local homeless charity. We’ll bring everything to you, including a fully stocked mobile kitchen with all the tools and ingredients. Your group will be divided into teams, each at their own work station. After a mouth-watering demo from the chef, it’s time to bake the goodies! This activity is all about teamwork, learning new skills and making a positive impact for a local charity the same day. Once everything’s baked to perfection, we’ll package up all the treats and deliver them to a local homeless charity. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
15. Masterpiece
Come together with your team for a collaborative and creative team building activity that will bring out your team’s artistic side. Split into teams, each group gets blank canvases to recreate a given picture. But here’s the catch: to earn the painting materials like brushes and paint, teams must first complete a series of fun mental and physical challenges.
Once you’ve collected your materials, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and start painting! Teams will work together on their canvases while also collaborating with the other groups to make sure the whole design matches. At the end, the events team will put the Masterpiece together, revealing the fantastic outcome of your teamwork and creativity! Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
16. Ultimate Quiz
The Ultimate Quiz team building activity for employees is not your average quiz night, it’s all about getting teams to work together, share some laughs and inspire friendly competition! We’ll bring everything you need to your chosen venue, including a lively game show host to keep the energy high and the crowd engaged!
Get ready for rounds inspired by popular game shows like:
- Catchphrase
- Real or Not Real
- Movie Mash Up
- A League of Their Own
- Who Wants to Be a Billionaire
17. Archery and Duck Herding
Jump into the outdoor team building excitement with these two unique activities – archery and duck herding! (Don’t worry, we’re keeping the archers and the ducks apart!) You’ll start by mastering archery, guided by our skilled instructors who’ll show you the ropes of traditional longbows. Get ready to test your aim as you take shots at the target, racking up points for your team. Then it’s on to the duck herding challenge, where you’ll work with a friendly, trained sheepdog to guide a group of adorable ducks through an obstacle course. Our expert will walk you through the commands, steering those ducks right into their pen like a pro! Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
18. Operation Supply Drop
Make a difference, boost your corporate social responsibility and have a blast with your team in our Operation Supply Drop, a unique charity team building challenge that puts your group on an army-themed mission to create care packages for local charities.
Teams will compete in a series of team building problem-solving activities, including memory games, skill tests, survival tasks, and precision exercises. You’ll need to think outside the box and collaborate to earn funds as you tackle each challenge.
After the event, GOTO Events will deliver the care packages to the chosen charity, ensuring they reach those who need them most in your local community. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
19. Wall Street Winners
Wall Street Winners is an exciting business simulation team building exercise that brings out your team’s competitive and negotiation skills like never before!
In this activity, participants team up as property investors, racing to stay ahead of the market, outsmart the competition and build their empires. Each team starts with a set amount of cash to invest, and our lively Wall Street trading host will introduce different companies where you can buy shares. Teams will need to think fast and decide which shares to buy and sell to maximise their profits.
Throughout the event, news announcements on the screen can shake up share values, keeping everyone on their toes. The team with the most money and the strongest empire at the end wins! Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
20. Teamopoly
If you’ve ever played the classic board game and felt that competitive spark, just imagine diving into a life-sized version where everything is way bigger – especially your drive to win! With live characters wandering around, giant props and Mr. Monopoly himself keeping an eye on the action, you’ll enter a whole new world where it’s all or nothing! Your group will split into teams, roll the giant dice and navigate the oversized Teamopoly board to rack up points while competing against other teams in fun challenge.
Who will become the top earner, bankrupt their colleagues and win the gold medals and bubbly? Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
21. Challenge 100
Challenge 100 is ideal for mixed groups with a variety of skills and interests. In teams, everyone gets a Challenge Book packed with over 100 mini-challenges across five categories: Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Buster. Teams choose the tasks that best suit their strengths, aiming to complete as many as possible within the time limit to rack up points and beat the other teams. There’s a practice time before teams step up in front of our costumed marshalls, who’ll judge performances, award points and keep the live scoreboard up to date as the event unfolds! It’s a high-energy team building day with plenty of excitement and friendly competition. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
22. Conference Energisers
Planning a conference for 2025? Adding a conference energiser activity at the beginning, middle or end of your sessions can bring your event to life and make it truly memorable for your attendees. We offer a variety of activities that can be tailored to fit your conference theme, goals, schedule and space. Here are a few options:
- The Haka
- Yoga Class
- Boomwhakers
- Drumming Workshop
- Junk Funk
- Circus Skills
- Bollywood Workshop
23. Virtual Team Building
Planning a virtual team building activity? We’ve got a lineup of exciting options, from thrilling murder mysteries and interactive escape rooms to game show-style competitions and culinary challenges. Each of our virtual events is crafted to spark collaboration, teamwork and loads of fun, hosted live by a professional. Here are some examples:
- Virtual Around the World
- Virtual Master of the Tasks
- Virtual Team Quiz
- Virtual Gameshow Bonanza
- Virtual Murder Mystery
- Virtual Escape Room
- Virtual Cooking Events
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21 Activities to Make Your Kick Off Meeting Fun and Engaging
As 2025 rolls in, you might be planning to gather your team for a kick off meeting to set the stage for the year ahead. A kick start meeting at the beginning of the year is a great opportunity to reflect on the past year and set the stage for what’s ahead. Usually, there are three objectives companies want to achieve from a new year kick off meeting:
- Review the previous year – This is a chance to reflect on last year’s successes and challenges, understanding what worked well and gathering valuable feedback from your team. These insights are key to building a solid foundation for the year ahead.
- Set goals for the new year – It’s time to define your objectives for the year, set clear targets and clarify roles. When everyone knows what’s expected, the team feels more connected to the overall mission.
- Energise the team – Start the year on the right foot by creating a positive atmosphere of enthusiasm and energy. Fun, engaging corporate team building activities that align with your goals can boost morale and strengthen teamwork, setting the tone for the year ahead.
Whether you’re aiming to spark creativity, boost idea generation, strengthen collaboration or energise your team with some healthy competition, here are 21 new year team building activities to inspire your 2025 kick off meeting.
1. Build a Living Wall
Revitalise your office atmosphere for the new year with a living wall installation built by your team at your kick off meeting!
During the workshop, your team will work together to create a stunning living wall, fully customised to fit your style and available space. We’ll bring everything you need right to your office, along with an expert instructor who will guide you through the process. As you plant vibrant foliage and flowers, you’ll also participate in fun team building challenges that foster collaboration and creativity.
Once the living wall is complete, our expert will install it in your chosen spot, transforming your workspace into a refreshing green oasis. The living wall not only enhances the look of your workspace but also promotes a healthier environment, improving air quality and boosting overall wellbeing.
Kick off the year with a project that will bring your team together and set a positive tone for a successful and sustainable year ahead! Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal for your 2025 new year meeting!
2. Masterpiece
Masterpiece is a creative challenge that’s perfect for reinforcing your company’s message and inspiring your team for the new year. Divided into smaller teams, you’ll first tackle fun challenges to earn your art supplies. Using these, teams work together to paint individual canvases based on a provided image. The twist? Each canvas is part of a much larger picture.
Teams will need to collaborate, not just within their group but with other teams, to ensure the colours and details align across the whole masterpiece. Once the paintings are complete, the event crew assembles all the canvases to reveal the final artwork – whether it’s a visual representation of your company’s core values, future goals or any message you want to inspire your team with for the year ahead.
The finished piece can be proudly displayed in your office, serving as a daily reminder of your team’s collaboration and creativity. It’s the perfect new year team activity and we bring everything to you – art supplies, staff and all the equipment – at any venue in the UK. Reach out today for a free, bespoke quote!
3. Apprentices
Your new year kick off meeting is the perfect time to gather fresh ideas from your team, challenge their problem-solving skills and inspire them to think outside the box. If you’re looking for a business-focused challenge that’s fun, engaging and entertaining, Apprentices is the perfect team building activity for you!
Inspired by the hit show, your participants will step into the high-stakes boardroom, welcomed by dramatic music and our very own business mogul, Sir Alex Sweetex. Split into teams, they will receive their briefs and get to work on a series of business tasks designed to develop leadership, delegation, commercial awareness and teamwork, all while competing head-to-head with the other groups.
As the final boardroom session approaches, teams will present their ideas, hoping to impress Sir Alex and his expert panel. But be warned – those who fall short may hear the dreaded words: You’re fired!
This exciting, high-energy activity is sure to get your team thinking creatively, working collaboratively and ready to tackle the year ahead. We can personalise the tasks to match your company’s specific goals, making it the perfect team meeting idea for the new year. Reach out today to get a free, personalised proposal.
4. Dragons Lair
Another exciting business simulation team building activity to kick off the year, Dragons Lair is an immersive elevator pitch competition, inspired by the hit show. We’ll turn your office into the Dragons Lair, where our host will welcome you and introduce the enigmatic tycoon investors. You can nominate team members to join the panel or let our professional actors take on the role of judging the ideas.
In teams, participants will receive their briefs and compete to come up with the best invention or business idea. The challenge could be completely open-ended or something more specific to your business goals – we’ll customise it entirely to your requirements. From brainstorming and performing market research, to marketing and finance, teams will work through each step of the process, honing their creativity, problem-solving and collaboration skills.
For the final challenge, each team will need to prepare a pitch to impress the investors. They’ll have a chance to rehearse before stepping into the room where the Dragons are ready to hear their ideas and choose the winning team.
Whether you want to spark innovation or simply develop your team’s skills in a fun, competitive way, Dragons Lair is a great fit for an annual kick off meeting. Get in touch today for personalised recommendations and pricing!
5. Fortune Hunters
Fortune Hunters is a thrilling, high-energy team building event inspired by the recent hit reality show, perfect for kicking off the new year with some excitement! Extremely fun yet strategic, this new year team building game challenges your team to communicate effectively and think on their feet as they hunt for the hidden fortune.
Here’s how it works: Your group will be split into teams and each team receives a locked briefcase. But only one contains the fortune! In each round, teams will compete in fun, entertaining challenges, with the winners earning the chance to either keep their briefcase or swap it with another team. Expect plenty of surprises, from sneaky peeks into competitors’ cases to opportunities for stealing!
The challenges are varied and accessible to everyone, featuring puzzles, scavenger hunts and estimation games. But only one team can claim victory each round. In the grand finale, the team holding the lucky briefcase gets to unveil their fortune, wrapping things up with an exciting medal ceremony.
It’s a fun way to bring some fresh competitive spirit to your team this year, while also sharpening problem-solving, time management and cooperation skills. Reach out today for a free, bespoke proposal!
6. Kidnap Your MD
After all the presentations and discussions about your new year business strategy, something unexpected happens – your MD is taken hostage, along with all the important business files! Don’t worry, it’s all part of our Kidnap Your MD event, a fun and immersive way to wrap up your kick off meeting that no one will forget.
Here’s the story: mysterious criminals, dressed all in black, kidnap your MD right under your nose, taking crucial company information with them. Before anyone realizes what’s happened, they’ve vanished without a trace!
Now, it’s up to your team to solve the case. Working in teams, you’ll gather clues, investigate fingerprints, analyse fibres, interview witnesses and even create e-fits of the suspects. It’s a thrilling, murder-mystery-style experience where teams race against the clock to figure out who’s behind the kidnapping, locate your boss and save the day.
If you’re looking to make a memorable impact at your new year staff meeting with a unique, interactive team activity, get in touch with us for pricing and personalised recommendations!
7. Betrayers
If you’re after mystery and excitement to make your new year team meeting truly unforgettable, Betrayers is the perfect activity. This thrilling game will keep your team on their toes as they compete to solve fun challenges. But there’s a twist! Someone on each team is secretly working undercover, sabotaging their own team to steal the win for themselves!
It’s a gripping, high-energy experience filled with dynamic challenges and the constant threat of deception. Racing against the clock, teams will face action-packed and intriguing rounds like Cipher Challenge – Solve puzzles to crack the codes on the lockboxes; Quest for Riches – Use an interactive scavenger hunt map to track down hidden items; Melodic Mystery – Can your team identify these tricky musical tones?
At the end of the event, teams will have the chance to unmask the betrayers and seek revenge. Or they might wrongly accuse an innocent teammate, handing victory to the undercover traitors instead!
This entertaining and unpredictable activity is the perfect way to add a bit of intrigue after your business presentation at this year’s kick off meeting. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal in under 45 minutes!
8. Quid Games
Start the year with an action-packed activity that will energise your team through exciting, fast-paced challenges. Featuring immersive props, themed music, costumed actors and a variety of fun tasks suited to all skill levels, we bring Quid Games right to your location, anywhere in the UK.
In teams, participants compete to earn cash for their team’s fishbowl through a mix of strategy, quick thinking and a little luck. With guards keeping a close watch on the action, the pressure is on. But don’t worry, the games are easy to join in, so everyone can jump in and give it their best shot. Some challenges will be familiar from the hit show, while others will offer brand-new, exciting twists!
No one gets eliminated in our version and everyone stays in the game right to the end. The event wraps up with an exciting awards ceremony, where we’ll tally up the cash in each team’s fishbowl to crown the winners and hand out gold medals.
This high-energy event is a perfect new year meeting idea, boosting team spirit and creating some healthy competition. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote!
9. Survival Island
Push your team out of their comfort zones with Survival Island, an outdoor team building experience that teaches valuable skills in survival, resilience and teamwork. It’s the perfect way to kick off the year with a challenge that will bring your team together like never before.
Set at an outdoor venue of your choice, your team will face real-life survival scenarios, led by an expert with firsthand survival experience. Divided into teams, participants will tackle a range of exciting, hands-on challenges, including lighting fires with basic tools, building shelters, administering first aid, constructing stretchers, tying essential knots and creating water filters from natural materials like sand, gravel and charcoal.
We provide all the high-quality equipment and a fully immersive survival training programme that not only teaches essential survival techniques but also equips your team with valuable skills they can use in everyday work situations like resilience, adaptability, teamwork, decision-making under pressure and problem-solving.
If you’re looking for a unique and impactful way to start the year, this is the perfect new year team meeting idea. Get in touch today to request your free, bespoke quote!
10. Escape Rooms
Escape Rooms is a popular, crowd-pleasing team building activity your team will love! We bring the event to you, transforming your venue or office into an immersive escape room with several thrilling themes. Everything is provided, from props to costumed actors, making it a seamless addition to your annual company kick off meeting, no matter the space or team size.
For larger groups, teams can rotate through four different themed escape rooms: The Science Lab, Bunker, Prison Break and The Island, or you can mix and match to suit your event. Each storyline is carefully crafted with clever clues, engaging challenges and plenty of teamwork needed to crack the codes. And to add to the excitement, it’s not just about escaping – teams race to be the first to break out!
Escape Rooms team building activity can be adapted to fit your specific goals, making it an ideal choice for any kick off meeting, whether you’re hosting it off-site or right in your office. It’s a thrilling way to get your team working together and energised for the year ahead! Get in touch today for your free, bespoke quote.
11. Challenge 100
If you’re looking for an activity that works for a mixed group with varying skill levels, Challenge 100 is the perfect pick. As the name suggests, teams get to choose from 100 mini-challenges across five categories: Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Buster. The goal? Complete as many challenges as possible within the time limit to rack up points and beat the other teams. Our costumed marshalls will be there to judge the performances, award points and keep the score updated live as the event unfolds!
It’s a high-energy new year business meeting idea that brings excitement and a healthy dose of competition, perfect for kicking off the new year with a bang. Matching their individual strengths to the task at hand, teams will work their way through the Challenge Book with time to practice before stepping up to impress the marshalls. Pro tip: Creativity always scores big!
If you want to inject some energy and fun into your 2025 kick off meeting, Challenge 100 is your go-to. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
12. Under Pressure
Under Pressure is a great way to bring that game show atmosphere to your kick start meeting and begin the new year with all the energy and excitement you’re looking for! Set in a full-size inflatable arena, teams go head-to-head in epic challenges where teamwork is key to success.
Teams will rotate through each game, with time to practice and come up with the best strategies. Once it’s time to enter the arena, themed lighting and music set the scene, creating that under pressure atmosphere before the games even start. Our host keeps the scores and announces each round, with games ranging from all-or-nothing face-offs to timed challenges for points.
At the end, the scores are tallied and the top three teams are revealed in a fun awards ceremony, with medals for everyone on the podium and a bottle of bubbly for the gold team! We’ll bring everything to you, including equipment and event staff, to any location in the UK. Just get in touch today for your free, bespoke proposal!
13. Master of the Tasks
Nothing brings a team together like a good laugh, and Master of the Tasks is exactly the way to kick off the new year! Inspired by the hit show, this hilarious team building activity has teams taking on a series of quirky tasks guaranteed to have everyone in stiches.
The challenges are revealed in golden envelopes, building anticipation as each new task comes to light. Some allow a 10-minute practice session, while others demand quick thinking and creativity on the spot with no prep time allowed! With each round, points are awarded and a live leaderboard keeps the stakes high, fuelling a bit of friendly rivalry alongside the laughs. Expect witty commentary, themed music and fun visuals to transport your team into a world of unforgettable challenges and impossible feats.
We bring everything straight to you, from the props and theming to a dedicated events team that handles everything from setup to pack down. If you’re looking for a team activity to make your kick off meeting memorable, get in touch for a free, bespoke proposal today!
14. Charity Bike Build
Starting the year with a charity team building activity is a powerful way to unite your team and make a real difference. In the Charity Bike Build event, your team will assemble brand-new bicycles from scratch, which will then be donated to children in need in Africa.
We bring everything needed to your location, including all materials and our dedicated events team. Teams will dive into fun challenges to earn the bike parts, then get hands-on to build the bikes themselves, guided by an expert facilitator. At the end, your team can add a personalised message to each bike for the future rider. After the event, we’ll deliver the bikes to the nominated charity.
It’s a meaningful experience that fosters collaboration, practical skills, compassion and a sense of accomplishment, setting a positive tone for the year ahead. Plus, it reinforces your company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility. Get in touch today for a free, tailored proposal delivered in under 45 minutes!
15. Sleep Pods for the Homeless
The Sleep Pods for the Homeless team building event offers your team the chance to make a meaningful impact by directly supporting those facing homelessness in harsh weather conditions. Ideal for a new year team building exercise, this activity brings your team together around a cause that truly matters right now in the winter.
In teams, participants will tackle fun, interactive challenges to earn the materials needed to build emergency Sleep Pods. Guided by our expert facilitator, teams will then assemble these life-saving shelters with specialised, thermal-insulative materials. The Sleep Pods help retain body heat, resist wind and rain, and can be set up in seconds, perfect for offering immediate shelter. After the event, we handle the delivery of all Sleep Pods to the charity, ensuring they reach those in need.
Hosting this impactful activity as part of your new year kick off meeting not only brings a current, urgent cause into focus but also strengthens team bonds as employees collaborate on a real-world solution. It’s an inspiring way to start the year, combining team building with a commitment to helping those in need. Get in touch for a free, bespoke proposal today!
16. Putt for a Purpose
Kick off 2025 with a fun and meaningful mini-golf team building activity! Putt for a Purpose not only encourages teamwork and creativity but also motivates everyone to come together and make a positive impact in the community.
Here’s how it works: Participants are split into smaller teams, each assigned to a mini-golf hole base. We’ll bring everything needed to your venue or office and the setup can be flexible to fit your space. Teams will take on engaging team building challenges to earn materials from the food bank supply zone, including boxes, cans and packages. They’ll use these supplies to design and build their own mini-golf holes.
Once all the holes are ready, everyone competes by navigating through the course and testing each other’s creations in a fun mini-golf competition. At the end of this kick off meeting event, the GOTO Events team will pack up all the food bank items used and donate them to a nominated charity, helping people in need in your local community.
If you’re looking for a fun yet meaningful activity to start the new year, get in touch today for personalised recommendations and costs!
17. Charity Bake Off
Here’s another way to support a local charity through team building this new year: our Charity Bake Off is a hands-on baking experience taught by a Michelin-star-trained pastry chef. But we have a bigger purpose here – the baked goods will be delivered to a local homeless charity to help people in need.
We come to you with everything, including a fully equipped mobile kitchen, ingredients and all the tools for professional baking. Your group will be split into teams, each assigned to a work station complete with aprons and chef hats. After an impressive demo from the chef, it’s time to dive into baking an array of delicious goodies, like bread, cakes and pastries. This activity encourages collaboration as team members work together, learning new skills and sharing ideas to create delicious treats. There’ll be plenty of tasting opportunities and the chef will guide you through the baking process, ensuring that the products are of the highest quality.
At the end, we’ll pack up all the goodies and deliver them to a local homeless charity. If you want to add a competitive twist, teams can also compete against each other for the title of best bake. If you’d like to include this meaningful and collaborative activity in your annual kick off meeting this year, get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
18. Smoothie Making
As many people look to boost their health goals for the new year, why not pair your kick off meeting with a wellness team building activity like a smoothie making class? This engaging event not only encourages teamwork and creativity but also allows participants to explore nutritious ingredients and learn how to make delicious, healthy smoothies together.
We’ll bring everything to you, a fully mobile smoothie bar, ingredients, equipment and an expert instructor. With impressive demos and hands-on tuition, you’ll learn how to create delicious and nutritious smoothies, exploring different flavour combinations and healthy ingredients along the way. Then it’s time for a little competition as teams go head-to-head to create their own signature smoothie, complete with a catchy name and presentation. Points are awarded for taste, nutritional facts, creativity and market appeal!
It’s a fantastic way to energise your team, foster collaboration and set a positive tone for the year ahead, all while having fun and bonding over a shared commitment to wellness!
19. Create Living Art
If mental wellbeing and work-life balance are on your agenda for the new year, the Living Art workshop offers a refreshing way to help your team unwind and reconnect with nature through a creative, upcycling-focused team building activity.
In our Living Art workshop, your team will turn discarded items into stunning, eco-friendly artwork. It’s a blend of gardening, DIY and creativity that sends a meaningful message as you kick off the year. Guided by expert facilitators, participants will learn upcycling techniques as they dive into crafting unique pieces using recycled materials, plants, moss and driftwood. Whether transforming old frames into lush green artwork or turning old shoes into charming planters, the experience will inspire everyone to see everyday objects in a whole new way.
At the end of the day, each participant can take home their living art creation to add a touch of nature to their desk or home, a reminder of both the team effort and the value of sustainable practices.
Reach out today for a free, bespoke quote for the Living Art workshop and start the new year with an inspiring team experience!
20. Kokedama Workshop
A Kokedama Workshop brings a unique and refreshing twist to your annual company kick off meeting. Focusing on mental wellbeing, this hands-on activity invites participants to slow down, connect with nature and learn the calming art of Japanese kokdedama.
On the day, your team will take on themed challenges to earn the materials needed to create kokedama – the decorative plants with their roots wrapped in moss balls. With the event guided by our expert, you’ll learn about the history of kokedama and its significance in Japanese culture, and of course, how to prepare, build and care for your own kokedama.
Not only will you pick up some handy gardening skills, but this team activity also offers a relaxing and therapeutic experience, with a blend of creativity with mindfulness, fostering a sense of calm and focus to carry into the year ahead. Contact us today for a free, personalised proposal delivered to you in under 45 minutes.
21. Virtual Activities
Planning a virtual kick off meeting for your remote team? We offer a range of new year virtual team building activities to add excitement and connection to your meeting. From thrilling murder mysteries and interactive escape rooms to game show-style competitions and culinary challenges, each event is hosted live by a professional host who keeps everyone entertained. Every activity is expertly designed to encourage collaboration, teamwork and an immersive, enjoyable atmosphere that feels far beyond the typical online meeting. Our virtual team building activities include:
- Virtual Around the World
- Virtual Master of the Tasks
- Virtual Team Quiz
- Virtual Gameshow Bonanza
- Virtual Murder Mystery
- Virtual Escape Room
- Virtual Cooking Events
For more ideas, recommendations and costs, get in touch with our expert event managers today!
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10 End Of Year Work Celebration Ideas That Bring The Fun
An end of year work celebration is the perfect way to acknowledge the company’s achievements over the past year and show appreciation for your team’s hard work. It’s a chance to unwind, reflect and celebrate together. Sure, food and drinks are a staple office outing, but why not add a fun activity to make your end of year work party truly outstanding and bring your team even closer?
We’ve rounded up 10 of our most popular end of year celebration ideas that could work for any event format, whether you’re planning an awards ceremony, a festive Christmas party or a casual office get-together.
Top 10 End Of Year Work Celebration Ideas
1. Cocktail Making
Drinks are a given at any end of year party, but why settle for the usual when you can shake things up? Get creative and make your own cocktails together!
Cocktail making is not only a fun way to bond, but also a cool skill everyone will love showing off. At our Cocktail Making event, we bring everything to you – mobile bar, ingredients and a professional mixologist. After a jaw-dropping demo, your team will jump right in, mixing up classic cocktails and then taking part in a fun competition to invent brand-new drinks!
Whether it’s part of a larger celebration or a stand-alone activity at the office, we’ll come to your location anywhere in the UK, adding that extra sparkle to your end of year company party. Ready to mix things up? Get a free, custom quote now!
2. Team Masterchef
Looking for a fun twist on the classic end of year dinner? Get involved in our Team Masterchef end of year team building event where you’ll roll up your sleeves and dive into a hands-on cooking experience.
We’ll bring a fully mobile kitchen to you, along with a Michelin-star-trained chef who’ll kick things off with an impressive cooking demo. Then it’s over to you! Each team will get their own ingredients and the challenge: create a menu from scratch using what you’ve learnt. With judges tasting and scoring each dush, It’s all about teamwork, creativity and a dash of friendly competition.
And, of course, once the cooking’s done, everyone gets to dig in and share their culinary creations. Think your team would love this? Get in touch with us for a free, bespoke quote!
3. Charity Bake Off
Time for dessert! With our Charity Bake Off, we’re adding a heartwarming twist to your work end of year celebration. We’ll come to your venue anywhere in the UK with our fully mobile kitchen and a Michelin-star-trained pastry chef who’ll wow your team with some impressive demos. Then it’s your turn! Put on your aprons, don your chef’s hats and get ready to bake delicious treats, everything from cakes to cream puffs. With guidance from the chef, you’ll pick up handy baking skills (and, of course, enjoy plenty of taste tests along the way!).
The sweetest part? All the goodies your team bakes will be carefully packed and delivered to local homeless charities on the same day. Get in touch for a free, bespoke quote today!
4. Kidnap Your MD
Celebrate the end of the year with a completely unique activity! It will all kick off with a dramatic twist when your MD is suddenly ‘kidnapped’ by mysterious criminals dressed in black. They vanish before anyone even realises what’s happened! Or, if you prefer, the ‘thieves’ can make off with a valuable company item, like next year’s top-secret sales strategy.
Now, it’s up to your team to crack the case. You’ll gather clues, investigate fingerprints, analyse fibres, interview witnesses and create e-fits of the suspects. Can you and your team piece it all together and save the end of year work party?
Get in touch with us for free, custom recommendations and make your end of year work celebration one to remember!
5. Master of the Tasks
Nothing says end of year work party like hilarious challenges that’ll have your whole team in stitches! In our Master of the Tasks team building event, your guests will split into teams and compete in game show-style challenges, all hosted by a charismatic, comedic compere.
Each task is revealed in exciting golden envelopes. Some challenges give teams a quick 10-minute practice run, while others need to be tackled on the spot, no prep allowed!
With points awarded each round and a live leaderboard keeping everyone on their toes, the competition will be fierce, but full of laughs! Expect witty commentary, themed music and fun visuals that’ll transport your team into a world of crazy, impossible tasks. Ready for an unforgettable end of year team building activity? Request a free, custom quote today!
6. Masterpiece
End the year with a fun, creative team building activity that will bring out your team’s artistic side through a mix of challenges and collaboration tasks. Split into teams, each group gets blank canvases to recreate a given picture. But here’s the catch: to earn the painting materials like brushes and paint, teams must first complete a series of fun mental and physical challenges.
Once you’ve collected your materials, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get painting! Teams will work together on their canvases and also collaborate with other groups to match colours and create a unified Masterpiece.
The best part? You can personalise the artwork, whether you want to integrate a company message or want to go with a seasonal theme. Get in touch today for a free, personalised quote.
7. First Past the Post
First Past the Post is the perfect way to add some excitement to your end of year office party! This horse racing event, hosted by our charismatic bookie, brings all the fun of the races right to your venue. With betting slips, fun money tokens and big screens showing the races, your team will feel like they’re at the track!
You can make this a competition between teams or let guests place individual bets. We’ll bring everything for the event to you, anywhere in the UK, and transform your space into a lively paddock race area, complete with costumed Tote staff ready to take your tokens.
For an extra special touch, why not add a charity fundraising element to make the night even more memorable? It’s fast-paced, immersive and guaranteed to be a blast! Get in touch today for personalised recommendations and pricing!
8. Ultimate Quiz
Looking for the perfect activity to go along with a sit-down dinner? The Ultimate Quiz team building event is not your typical quiz night, it’s all about getting teams to collaborate, have a laugh and keep the competitive spirit alive!
We’ll bring everything you need to your chosen venue, including a charismatic game show host to keep the energy up and the crowd entertained.
With rounds inspired by famous game shows like Catchphrase, Real or Not Real, Movie Mash Up, A League of Their Own, Who Wants to Be a Billionaire and more, it’s non-stop fun that everyone will recognise and love.
You can even host this at your office for a last-minute end of year team celebration ! Get in touch today to chat with our events team.
9. Record Breakers
After a year of hard work, it’s time for some silly fun and record-breaking glory! In Record Breakers, teams go head-to-head in a series of challenges where teamwork and thinking outside the box are the keys to victory. The tasks may seem simple, but it takes just the right strategy and a little silliness to come out on top!
Challenges include building the tallest Jenga tower before time runs out, untangling a human knot in record time without letting go, launching water balloons onto a target and much more!
Ready to end the year with some unforgettable fun? Get in touch to book this hilariously entertaining activity for your year-end office party!
10. The Haka
The Haka team building activity is guaranteed to fire up your team and give them an experience they’ll never forget! Led by performers of Māori descent, it’s an authentic, hands-on journey into the traditional dance of New Zealand’s indigenous people.
Our chief and his tribe will guide you through the rich history and core values of the Haka – unity, family, caring for one another and love – a perfect message to wrap up the year.
Then, it’s time to step out of your comfort zone as you and your team perform the Haka together. You’ll learn the rhythmic stomps, chest slaps, fierce facial expressions and loud chants that make this dance so powerful.
It’s an unforgettable team energiser that’ll get people talking and excited. Whether you host it at your end of year work celebration or as a surprise activity in the office, we’ll bring the experience to you, anywhere in the UK. Get in touch with our team to learn more!
Need help choosing the right end of year work celebration idea?
We’ve got plenty more end of the year corporate team building activities to choose from, with something to suit every team. Get in touch today and we’ll have a free, bespoke proposal ready for you in under 45 minutes!