1. Celebrate Culture: Asian Heritage Month Trivia (May)

Start the month with a game that’s as educational as it is fun. Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with trivia about influential figures, iconic foods, films, and traditions. It’s a great way to honour the month and invite teammates to share stories or connections to their own heritage.

Play with: Trivia, Picture Trivia, Pick Who
Why it works: Thoughtful, inclusive, and perfect for DEI moments

2. Talk About It: Mental Health Awareness Month (May)

Mental Health Awareness Month is a great reminder to normalize real conversations at work. This game includes light trivia, self-care polls, and gentle check-ins that help open the door to better team well-being.

Play with: Majority Wins, Trivia, Friendly Fire
Why it works: Low-pressure way to build empathy and psychological safety

3. For the Potterheads: Harry Potter Trivia (May 2)

If you’ve got a few Gryffindors, Hufflepuffs, or secret Slytherins on your team, you need to play this. Harry Potter trivia is a fun way to bring out the fandom energy and throw in some nostalgia.

Play with: Trivia, Pick Who, Guessmoji
Why it works: Pop culture + competition = instant engagement

4. May the Fourth Be With You: Star Wars Trivia (May 4)

Cue the lightsabers and John Williams soundtrack—it’s Star Wars Day! Challenge your team to see who’s a true Jedi Master and who still confuses Star Trek and Star Wars (no judgment).

Play with: Trivia, Picture Trivia, Team Battle
Why it works: It’s quirky, inclusive, and easy to theme with virtual backgrounds

5. Add Some Spice: Cinco de Mayo Game (May 5)

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with trivia about Mexican history, music, food, and culture. It’s festive, educational, and a good excuse to play with color and sound in your next team meeting.

Play with: Would You Rather, Pick Who, Text Trivia
Why it works: Feels genuine and nostalgic without being too emotional

7. All in the Family: International Day of Families (May 15)

Use this day as a prompt to talk about what “family” means—chosen family, pets, long-distance siblings, or loud uncles included. The game format makes it easier for people to open up without pressure.

Play with: Majority Wins, Text Trivia, Picture Trivia
Why it works: Builds trust and invites storytelling

8. Go Wild: Biodiversity Trivia (May 22)

Perfect for your nature lovers or sustainability champions. This game explores the weird, wonderful, and endangered parts of our planet—from glow-in-the-dark mushrooms to trivia about animal mating dances.

Play with: Trivia, Guessmoji, Picture Trivia
Why it works: Great for Earth Month follow-up or green team initiatives

9. Celebrate Just Because: World Party Day Game (May 26)

There’s no agenda—just fun. Play a mix of music trivia, “Who’s most likely to…” and silly emoji games to get people smiling and moving. Bonus: encourage funky hats or party-themed call backgrounds.

Play with: Music Trivia, Guessmoji, Pick Who
Why it works: Teams need spontaneous joy too

10. Get Creative: National Creativity Day Game (May 30)

Unleash the right brain with a game full of wacky questions like “Who invented the toaster” or “Who is most likely to invent...” It’s a great way to reset before month-end deadlines and surface surprising talents on your team.

Play with: Friendly Fire, Pick Who, Majority Wins
Why it works: Helps people play, collaborate, and think differently

Bonus Tip:

You don’t need to DIY these games. CrowdParty has ready-to-play templates for every holiday, theme, and vibe. Just pick your game, share the link, and you’re good to go.

May is the ultimate month for meaningful + fun team bonding

These team building games aren’t just for laughs (though there’ll be plenty). They’re easy ways to build connection, celebrate culture, and bring joy to your team—without adding extra work to your plate.

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