So you’re planning a bridal shower and want to include some games that are actually fun for everyone to play, not just the bride and her bridesmaids. But the typical bridal shower games – toilet paper wedding dresses, guess how many kisses in the jar, wedding Bingo – are all a bit tired and super cheesy. Plus, no one wants to be put on the spot or be forced to wrap themselves in toilet paper just to win some dollar-store trinket.
The good news is that there are plenty of bridal shower games that are fun for all guests and don’t require special skills or public humiliation. We’ve rounded up a few of our favourites that will have your guests laughing and bonding over the bride’s new journey ahead.
Bridal shower games that break the ice
The best icebreaker games are ones that get everyone laughing and mingling right from the start. Here are a few that do just that:
Two Truths and a Lie
Each guest shares two true statements and one lie about themselves. The other guests then try to guess which one is the lie. This game helps break the ice in a fun, low-pressure way, and allows your guests to get to know one another better.
Wedding trivia
Come up with trivia questions about the bride and groom and see who knows them best. For example, where did they go on their first date? Who said “I love you” first? The guests can work in teams or compete individually. The winning team gets a prize!
Wedding word scramble
Provide guests with a list of scrambled wedding-themed words and phrases to unscramble, like “eilv“ (veil) or “mohoyneno” (honeymoon). Set a timer to make it more challenging. This interactive game sparks conversation and brings out everyone’s competitive side.
Wedding word search
We love this idea because it’s unique and interactive, and it’s a game that can be used throughout the entire bridal shower. Have an oversized, custom word search game using wedding-inspired words, place it on a large table or easel and let the fun begin. Encourage guests to take turns finding the words and watch the excitement unfold.
Bridal shower games that bring on the laughs
Want to keep your guests laughing? Choose games that spark giggles and laughter. These games lighten the mood and will have your guests in stitches:
Put a ring on it
Set up a few bowls filled with sour key candies and give each player a chopstick to hold in their mouths. The player who can get the most candies onto their chopstick, without using their hands, in 60 seconds wins a prize.
Rom-Com Charades
Romcom Charades is a lively and laughter-filled bridal shower game where guests act out scenes from their favourite romantic comedies. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate love, have a blast, and add a dash of Hollywood-style romance to your bridal shower. Get ready to giggle and guess your way through iconic rom-com moments!
Love story mad libs
Create a unique love story with fill-in-the-blank sentences, and be prepared for many laughs as you read the mad lib aloud.
Bridal shower games that double as game shows
The competition will surely heat up with these fun-filled, game show-type bridal shower games that rack up the points and earn big prizes in the end:
Celebrity Pictionary
Break up the guests into two teams. Write down the names of famous celebrity couples and put them in a bowl. Have players on each team pick a card and draw the celebrity couple; if their team guesses correctly before time is up, they win a point. The team with the most points wins!
Wedding Jeopardy
Put a bridal shower spin on the classic game show. Categories can include the couple’s history, wedding traditions, and even hilarious anecdotes.
Wedding Wheel of Fortune
Have players spin a makeshift wheel and choose letters, one by one, to solve the puzzle. Each puzzle should be related to the theme of weddings. Have the bride-to-be act as Vanna White, filling in each correct consonant and vowel.
Bridal shower games that are active and interactive
DIY activities
If cheesy bridal shower games aren’t your thing, replace them with DIY activities like flower arranging, paint-by-numbers, or a cooking class. It’s an experience that everyone will love, and you’ll create unbelievable memories.
Lawn games
Lawn games like cornhole, oversized Jenga, and croquet have once again become popular at weddings – why not bring the fun to a bridal shower? Set up various stations around the room or outdoor space with these fun games. Guests are free to play whichever game tickles their fancy, at their leisure.
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