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Boxing Day board games sorted! The 5 family favourites set to make Christmas 2026 more fun

The Entertainer has revealed its top board games for Christmas 2026, including The Traitors and Race Across the World.

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Published: November 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM

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Looking for something to keep the whole family entertained over the Christmas holidays? Whether you're planning a Boxing Day games marathon or want to add a little friendly competition to Christmas Day, a good board game could be just the ticket.

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The Entertainer has revealed its top family board games for Christmas 2026, with five picks designed to bring family and friends together over the festive period. And with prices starting at just £10, there are options for a range of budgets.

This year's selection includes games inspired by some of the biggest TV favourites, including The Traitors and Race Across the World, alongside classic guessing games and laugh-out-loud family challenges.

1. Race Across the World Game

Board Games Race across the World

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Fans of the hit travel series can bring the excitement of Race Across the World to the Christmas table with this official board game.

Players team up, plan their routes and race across the globe to be the first to reach the finish line. New for 2026, the game features four fan-favourite routes and two celebrity specials, with up to six players able to join in.

For ages: 8+

Price: £22

2. The Traitors Second Edition Official Board Game

Board Games The Traitors

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If your family loves a bit of Christmas drama, this could be the perfect choice. Inspired by the hit TV show, the second edition of The Traitors board game brings all the suspicion, strategy and betrayal of the series to your living room.

Featuring six new missions, players must work together as Faithfuls to uncover the Traitors – or secretly deceive and eliminate their rivals before trying to convince everyone of their innocence at the Round Table.

With Celebrity Traitors returning to TV screens on 8 October, it's a timely pick for fans of the show.

For ages: 12+

Price: £25

3. The 1% Club

Board Games The 1% Club

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Think you've got what it takes to join the nation's top 1% of quizzers? Based on the popular TV gameshow, The 1% Club board game puts players' logic, reasoning and common sense to the test.

Unlike traditional quizzes, you won't need to remember obscure facts, dates or trivia to get ahead. Instead, the questions challenge players to think things through – making it a fun option for families who enjoy a brain-teasing competition.

For ages: 8+

Price: £20

4. Headbanz 3rd Edition Game

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For something a little sillier, the latest edition of Headbanz promises plenty of laughs around the table.

Players wear a headband displaying a mystery picture and must work out what they are by asking the right questions. The new edition features six new headbands, including a ladybird, shark and unicorn, alongside 69 new picture cards.

It's quick to learn, screen-free and suitable for younger players, making it a great option for getting everyone involved on Christmas Day.

For ages: 6+

Price: £13

5. Herd Mentality: Moosic & Moovies

Board Games Herd Mentality

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Can you think like everyone else? Herd Mentality is back with a new edition, this time featuring questions all about music and movies.

The aim is simple: players try to give the same answer as the rest of the group. Unlike many quiz games, there's no reward for coming up with an unusual response – the trick is to think like the herd.

Easy to pick up and quick to play, it's a fun choice for family gatherings and festive evenings with friends.

For ages: 10+

Price: £10

Where can you buy the best family board games for Christmas 2026?

All five games are available through The Entertainer, with prices starting at £10. The retailer says its festive selection has been chosen by its expert toy-buying team to offer families affordable ways to spend time together over Christmas.

You can explore The Entertainer's full range of Christmas toys and games in-store and online, as well as its newly launched 2026 gift guide, at thetoyshop.com.

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