Ring in 2026 with a game everyone actually wants to play! These Free Printable New Year Bingo Cards are a fun, festive way to keep kids and adults entertained while you count down to midnight.
Whether you're hosting a big New Year's Eve party or planning a cozy night at home, this bingo set adds instant fun to your celebration while you wait for the ball drop.
It’s quick to set up, simple to play and budget-friendly. You won’t have to spending money on store-bought games or last-minute entertainment. Everything you need is included: 10 unique bingo cards, calling cards, and star tokens to use as markers.
It’s perfect for families, classrooms, daycare, youth groups, church events, office parties, and New Year's Eve get-togethers where you want an easy game everyone can join.
This printable set features a festive black and gold design. Each bingo card is filled with classic New Year's icons like:
- fireworks
- champagne glasses
- party hats
- balloons
- confetti
- sparkling "2-0-2-6" number tiles
The background even has a gold confetti look, so it feels extra festive on the table.
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What You'll Need
Here's everything to get your game ready in minutes:
- Inkjet printer
- Cardstock (65 lb or higher) (recommended for best quality, but regular printer paper works too)
- Scissors or a paper trimmer
- Free printable PDF (includes 10 bingo cards, calling cards, and markers)
- Markers/tokens (included or use your own!)
- Optional: small prizes + a "bingo pot" (any bowl or container works)
Click the "Get it now" button below to download the printable set.
Printing Tips
- Print on cardstock for sturdier cards-especially if kids are playing.
- Choose your printer's highest quality setting for the sharpest color.
- If your printer prints slightly off, select "Fit to page" in your print settings.
How to Play New Year Bingo
1) Print + Prep
- Print enough bingo cards so each player gets a different one. (This set lets up to 10 people play at once.)
- Cut out the calling cards and put them in a bowl, bucket, or "bingo pot."
- Cut out the star tokens (or grab your own markers; see below for ideas).
Optional tip: Laminate them so you can reuse them next year then use dry erase markers or reusable tokens.
2) Set Up the Calling Cards
Drop the cut-out icons into a container and mix them up. Want it to feel extra New Year's-y? Use something fun like:
- a party hat
- a sparkly bowl
- a gold bucket
3) Start the Game
One person is the caller and pulls one icon at a time, announcing it to the group. Players place a marker on the matching square if they have it.
4) How to Win
A player wins by getting five in a row:
- horizontally
- vertically
- or diagonally
When someone wins, they can shout "Bingo!"… or make it more festive with:
- "Happy New Year!"
- "Cheers!"
- "Countdown complete!"
- "Bring on 2026!"
Tip: Make sure each player has a different card so everyone has a fair shot.
Fun Ways to Play
If you're playing with kids, a big group, or you just want to keep things interesting, try one of these variations:
- Classic Bingo: first to 5 in a row wins
- Four Corners: perfect for younger kids
- Blackout: cover the whole card (longer game!)
- Speed Round: caller pulls fast for a quick win before the countdown
- Team Bingo: pair younger kids with adults or have couples play together
Playing with more than 10 people? Print two sets and play in teams, or let pairs share a card (kids love teaming up).
Easy Bingo Marker Ideas
You can use the included star tokens, or grab something fun and festive like these ideas (many of which you can get at Dollar Tree):
- mini marshmallows
- rhinestones or gem stickers
- gold confetti pieces
- plastic gold coins
- Gold-wrapped chocolate kisses
- mini jingle bells
- sequins
- mini glitter pom-poms
- star confetti
- mini gold ribbon bows
What's Included in the Printable Set
10 Unique Bingo Cards
Each card is different and packed with New Year-themed icons, plus a free space in the center to make winning a little easier (and faster!).
Calling Cards
A full page of icon squares for the caller to draw and announce-easy to cut, shuffle, and use.
Star Tokens
Gold star markers you can cut out and use right away. They match the theme perfectly and make the game setup look extra cute.
How to Make Your Bingo Game Extra Special
Want to turn this into a full-on New Year's Eve moment? Try these easy upgrades:
Add Themed Prizes
Little prizes make bingo wildly competitive (in the best way). A few fun ideas:
- mini non-alcoholic "champagne" bottles for kids
- party poppers or noisemakers
- 2026 glasses
- gold/silver crowns or tiaras
- mini treat bags with a "Happy New Year" tag
- glow bracelets
- hot cocoa packets
- Fuzzy socks (black, gold, or sparkly)
- Mini hand lotion or lip balm
- fun keychains (stars, fireworks, disco balls)
- sticker sheets (stars, confetti, "Happy New Year")
- New Year Coloring Pages packet
- anything wrapped in gold and black for a cute matching theme
Decorate Your Game Area
A few small touches make it feel like an event:
- balloons and streamers
- fairy lights
- gold/black/silver plates and napkins
- confetti on the table
A decorated space makes the game feel extra special and adds to that New Year's Eve vibe. And if you want a super easy party "wow" piece, this free printable New Year's banner is the perfect finishing touch!
Get Your Free New Year Bingo Cards
Ready to play? Grab the printable set below, print your cards, and let the New Year fun begin!
And if you use these cards at your party or in your classroom, I'd love to hear how it went, so leave a comment (or share your favorite prize idea!).
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