10 Most Popular Corporate Away Day Activities
Corporate away days are more than just a break from the office—they’re a powerful way to boost team morale, strengthen collaboration, and inject fresh energy into your workforce. The best team-building activities combine fun, engagement, and problem-solving, ensuring that every team member can contribute and connect.
Whether you're looking for a competitive challenge, a creative experience, or a relaxed bonding session, here are the 10 most popular corporate away day activities that will make your next event unforgettable.
1. The Big Fat Quiz
The ultimate team quiz experience, The Big Fat Quiz is a high-energy, interactive challenge that brings your team together in a TV-style game show format. Expect a mix of trivia, music mash-ups, creative rounds, and problem-solving challenges designed to test your team’s knowledge and collaboration.
⭐ Perfect for: Teams who love competition, fast-paced fun, and laughter-filled moments.
2. Master of Tasks
Inspired by the popular TV show Task Master - Master of Tasks throws your team into hilarious, creative, and often absurd challenges. Quick thinking, adaptability, and teamwork are key as teams tackle unexpected tasks that test their communication, innovation, and problem-solving skills.
⭐ Perfect for: Teams who enjoy quirky, unpredictable challenges and working under pressure.
3. Betrayers
Trust, deception, and strategy come into play in Betrayers, a thrilling game of alliances and hidden agendas based on the popular TV show, Traitors. Teams must work together to complete tasks, but beware—some members may be secretly working against the group. This immersive experience is filled with twists, making it an exciting and strategic team-building challenge.
⭐ Perfect for: Teams who love mystery, problem-solving, and psychological gameplay.
4. BOXT
If you’ve ever wanted to step into a real-life version of The Cube, BOXT is the challenge for you. Teams take on precision-based tasks that test agility, coordination, and problem-solving in a high-pressure environment. Success requires focus, adaptability, and communication—who in your team will crack the code?
⭐ Perfect for: Teams who thrive on fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping challenges.
5. Dragon’s Chamber
Inspired by Dragon’s Den, Dragon’s Chamber puts your team’s creativity, business acumen, and persuasion skills to the test. Teams must come up with an innovative idea, develop a pitch, and present it to the "Dragons." Whether your product is brilliant or bizarre, teamwork and confidence are key.
⭐ Perfect for: Innovative teams and those looking to develop leadership and presentation skills.
6. Grand Design
Unleash your team’s creativity and collaboration with Grand Design, where participants work together to create a large-scale piece of artwork. Through various fun challenges, teams earn materials and resources to contribute to the final masterpiece. The end result? A symbolic representation of teamwork, creativity, and collaboration.
⭐ Perfect for: Teams who enjoy visual creativity, working together, and seeing a shared goal come to life.
7. Stock Market Showdown
Ever wondered how you’d fare in the world of high-stakes trading? Stock Market Showdown challenges teams to strategically buy, sell, and negotiate as they compete to build the most successful corporate empire. Will your team come out on top in this fast-paced, decision-making game?
⭐ Perfect for: Teams who love strategy, competition, and thinking on their feet.
8. Casino Royale
Step into a world of glamour and intrigue with Casino Royale, where teams take on the role of high-rolling gamblers at a luxury casino. With professional croupiers, blackjack, roulette, and poker, this interactive, sophisticated experience blends strategy, risk-taking, and social bonding.
⭐ Perfect for: Corporate entertainment, evening events, and teams who enjoy a bit of strategy and fun.
9. The Generation Game
Take a nostalgic trip through decades of pop culture, games, and challenges with The Generation Game. This multi-round event features memory games, team-based tasks, and hilarious competitions inspired by classic game shows, ensuring a mix of teamwork, laughter, and friendly rivalry.
⭐ Perfect for: Teams looking for a lighthearted, fun-filled experience that everyone can enjoy.
10. House of Games
For a more relaxed and informal away day, House of Games offers a variety of classic pub and bar-style games, from darts and table football to cornhole and giant Jenga. This laid-back event is great for team bonding in a casual setting, encouraging social interaction and friendly competition.
⭐ Perfect for: Teams who prefer a low-pressure, informal, and fun way to connect.
Why Corporate Away Days Matter
A well-planned corporate away day can have huge benefits for your team:
✅ Boosts morale – A break from the office lifts spirits and creates positive team energy.
✅ Encourages teamwork – Activities strengthen collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
✅ Strengthens company culture – Employees feel valued and engaged, leading to better retention and performance.
✅ Increases creativity – A change of environment sparks new ideas and fresh perspectives.
Which Activity Will You Choose?
Whether your team thrives on competition, creativity, strategy, or relaxed bonding, there’s an away day activity to suit every team dynamic. If you’re ready to take your corporate away day to the next level, get in touch and let’s plan an unforgettable experience for your team.
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Let’s make your next team-building event the most memorable yet! 🚀🎉