10 Activities to Do With Your Team After Work Hours

Working in Lagos can be a lot. Between the tiring commute, back-to-back meetings, endless deadlines, and the occasional “can we jump on a quick call?”, it’s easy for teams to forget what bonding feels like outside the office.

But team bonding isn’t just about fun, it’s about building trust, boosting morale, and reminding everyone that you actually like the people you work with (most days).

So, if your team is long overdue for a reset, here are 10 fun and easy activities to do together after work. 

1. Host a Game Night

Card games, charades, Monopoly, or a trivia quiz… game nights bring out everyone’s inner child. Add snacks, soft music, and some incentives, and you have the perfect recipe for unwinding.

At One Haven, the cozy game room setup makes game nights effortless. All you need to bring is your team spirit (and maybe that one overly competitive colleague).

2. Cook Together

Nothing says teamwork like chopping vegetables side-by-side. Divide into teams: “Team Jollof” vs “Team Pasta” and let the best dish win.

It’s fun, slightly chaotic, and ends with everyone eating. What’s not to love?

3. Go Bowling or Mini-Golfing

There’s something refreshing about stepping away from screens and laughing over a bad swing. Lagos has a few solid spots for both, like Rufus and Bee or the mini-golf course at The Good Beach.

4. Attend a Paint & Sip Event

It doesn’t matter if you can barely draw a stick figure or secretly think you’re the next Picasso; a paint & sip evening is the perfect low-pressure creative outlet. Add music, wine, and laughter… instant team therapy!

5. Have a Movie Marathon

Sometimes, all you need is popcorn, beanbags, and a good movie lineup. Take turns picking films and let everyone’s taste shine through.

One Haven’s game room has the perfect set-up for this. Dim the lights, stream your favourite flicks, and let the team unwind.

6. Take a Night Walk or Beach Stroll

If your team’s the chill type, a post-dinner stroll along Oniru or Landmark Beach can be pure magic. It’s simple, grounding, and gives space for those deeper, more meaningful conversations that never happen in the office.

7. Karaoke Battle!

Get everyone out of their comfort zone with a karaoke night. From classic Afrobeats to guilty-pleasure throwbacks, karaoke is the ultimate mood booster. No need to be a good singer, just be loud and have fun.

8. Try a Team Fitness Challenge

Workouts are always better with company. Organize a yoga session, a dance class, or even a short hike. It’s great for bonding.

9. Plan a One-Night Retreat

If after-hours hangouts aren’t enough, take things up a notch with an overnight retreat.

Spaces like One Haven by Café One are built exactly for this… team bonding. A fully equipped 5-bedroom apartment in Lagos where teams can work, rest, and recharge under one roof. You can do anything from brainstorming, cooking, or even just laughing till midnight; it’s the perfect escape without leaving the city.

SEE ALSO: Team Retreats in Lagos: What To Know Before You Book

10. Create a “Just Because” Tradition

Maybe it’s Friday pizza, Monday coffee standups, or monthly hangouts at Café One. The key is consistency and building moments that make your team feel connected even outside office walls.

Team bonding doesn’t have to be grand or super expensive, it just needs to be intentional. It can be as simple as a quick after-work hangout or a weekend retreat; the real magic happens when everyone feels seen, relaxed, and part of something bigger.

So next time you’re planning a team activity, try one (or all) of these. And if you really want to take it up a notch, book your next hangout at One Haven by Café One. Because great teams deserve great spaces.