Activities for large groups of friends
The best activities for a group of 10 or more are ones with room for everyone to split into small teams, like bowling, trivia night, a food hall or a picnic with lawn games. Book ahead, agree on a per-person cost, and send one link so the group can vote on three plans.
What are fun activities for a big group?
- Games: bowling, mini golf, trivia night, an arcade, or a team escape room
- Food: a food hall, a taco or pizza crawl, or a cooking class
- Outdoors: a picnic with lawn games, a bike ride, or a hike with lunch at the end
- Music and performance: karaoke rooms, a comedy show, or live music
- Night out (21+ only): a bar crawl or a rooftop bar, when everyone is 21 or older
Which activity fits a group of 10 or more?
| Activity | Good for | Book ahead? |
|---|---|---|
| Bowling or mini golf | Mixed ages and energy levels | Yes, especially on weekends |
| Trivia night | Groups who like to talk and compete | Often yes, teams sign up in advance |
| Food hall or food crawl | Groups that want to split up and regroup | Yes, for a large table or a set tour |
| Picnic with lawn games | Good weather and a tight budget | Reserve a pavilion or picnic area if the park has one |
| Escape room | Groups that can split into teams | Yes. Most rooms cap team size |
| Karaoke room | Big groups who want to sing together | Yes, rooms fill fast on weekends |
| Cooking or pottery class | Groups who like a hands-on activity | Yes, classes have set spots |
How do you book ahead for a big group?
- Set the date first, then book as soon as it's agreed. Weekend slots for large parties go first.
- Ask the venue about group size limits and whether it takes bookings for 10 or more.
- Ask if there's a deposit, how much it is, and the last day you can change the head count.
- Pick one main activity and one open stop, so people can leave early without breaking the plan.
- Confirm the final head count a few days before, and send the meeting time to the group.
How do you split costs in a big group?
- Agree on a rough cost per person before you book, not after.
- Pay for the shared activity, and let each person pay for their own food and drinks.
- Use one person to collect money and settle up, so it isn't spread across five apps.
- Put a cheaper option in the vote, so budget doesn't quietly keep people home.
How do you keep 10 or more people together?
- Name one organizer who posts the meeting spot, the time and the first stop.
- Keep stops close together, or pick one area so people walk instead of driving in a line.
- Name a backup meeting point in case someone is late or gets lost.
- Ask for a reply by a set time, so the head count is known before you book.
- If the group is mixed in age, plan one activity that works for everyone at the same time.
How do you pick the plan with Squad Plan?
Squad Plan builds three plans from real places in your city, each with a rough cost per person. You share one link, friends vote without making an account, and you stop the vote when you're ready. Up to 100 voters can vote on each plan.
Tell Squad Plan who's coming. If some are under 21, it leaves out bars. If kids are coming, it picks kid-friendly places and leaves out bars and late nights.
Group ideas by city
Each city guide has a group ideas section built from real places, plus three ready-made plans:
- New York City, NY
- Chicago, IL
- Houston, TX
- Toronto, ON
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Guadalajara, Jalisco
- All city guides
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Questions
What is a good activity for 10 or more people?
Bowling, a food hall, trivia night or a picnic with lawn games all work well, because people can split into small groups and still meet up. Check the group size limit before you book.
Should a big group book ahead?
Yes. Book as soon as the date is set, since weekend slots for large parties fill first. Ask about deposits and the last day you can change the head count.
How do you vote on plans with a large group?
Send one Squad Plan link. Friends vote without making an account, up to 100 voters per plan, and you stop the vote when you're ready. You see which plan won and can share it.
Can a big group with kids or under-21s go out together?
Yes. Tell Squad Plan who's coming. If some are under 21, it leaves out bars. If kids are coming, it picks kid-friendly places and leaves out bars and late nights.
Last updated 2026-10-17.