10 Fun Bridal Shower Games that Your Guests Will Love (with Printable Templates)
Bridal showers can sometimes feel a bit... awkward.
But it doesn't have to be this way!
Let's dive into some bridal shower games that won't make your guests secretly check the time on their phones.
1) 'Would She Rather' Bridal Shower Game
This simple printable game lets guests guess what the bride prefers! You can customize these cards with different options of foods, activities, and places that the bride would like or wouldn't like.
'Would She Rather' Printable Bridal Shower Game
How to play:
Before the shower, fill out the "correct" answers with the bride
Hand out cards to guests with questions like "Would she rather read a book or watch a movie?"
The guest who gets the most answers correct wins!
Pro tip: Include a mix of serious and silly questions for maximum entertainment. Questions about honeymoon preferences are always a hit!
2) Guess the Dress Bridal Shower Game
Let's see if your guests can guess the bride's dream dress style!
Guess the Dress Printable Bridal Shower Game
How to play:
Print our template with different wedding dress styles and silhouettes
Guests circle which elements they think match the bride's actual dress (or dream dress)
For each correct element (neckline, silhouette, fabric, etc.), guests earn points
The person with the most points wins!
Pro tip: This game works whether the bride has already chosen her dress or is still shopping. Just adapt the questions accordingly!
3) Where Were They? Bridal Shower Game
Choose 10 photos of the wedding couple and see if guests can guess where the photos were taken!
Where Were They Printable Bridal Shower Game
How to play:
Display numbered photos of the couple in different locations
Guests write down where they think each photo was taken
The guest who knows the most locations wins!
Pro tip: This game is especially fun if the couple has traveled to interesting places together. You can print the photos out and display them as part of the bridal shower decor or present them on a screen to save time and money.
4) Bridal Shower Jeopardy
Turn your shower into a game show with this fun wedding-themed jeopardy!
Bridal Shower Jeopardy Printable Template
How to play:
Create a jeopardy board with 5 categories and 4 questions each
For categories about the couple, ask them for answers ahead of time
Split guests into teams to compete for points
The team with the most points wins!
Pro tip: Categories can include "How They Met," "Wedding Traditions," "Famous Weddings," "The Bride," and "The Groom." This pre-made game comes with everything you need, so you don't have to come up with any questions yourself!
5) Bridal Shower Emoji Pictionary Game
This game is a more simple and more modern version of classic Pictionary!
Bridal Shower Emoji Pictionary Printable Game
How to play:
Each card has wedding phrases written in emoji code
Guests try to decipher what wedding-related phrase the emojis represent
The guest with the most correct phrases wins the game
Pro tip: This game will especially favor the younger people at the party. However, the guests who are the least familiar with emojis might have the funniest answers!
6) He Said She Said Bridal Shower Game
Find out who said what in this hilarious couple's quiz!
He Said She Said Bridal Shower Printable Game
How to play:
Before the shower, ask the bride and groom the same questions separately
At the shower, read their answers and have guests guess who said what
The guest with the most correct guesses wins!
Pro tip: Include questions like "Who said 'I love you' first?" or "Who's more likely to get lost while driving?" for maximum laughs.
7) Why Do We Do That Bridal Shower Game
Test everyone's knowledge of weird and wonderful wedding traditions!
Why Do We Do That Bridal Shower Printable Game
How to play:
Hand out cards listing common wedding traditions (throwing the bouquet, something blue, etc.)
Guests write down why they think each tradition exists
Read the actual historical reasons and award points for correct or creative answers
Pro tip: You'll be surprised how many wedding traditions have bizarre or unexpected origins! This game sparks great conversations.
8) Over or Under Bridal Shower Game
See how well guests know details about the couple's relationship!
Over or Under Bridal Shower Printable Game
How to play:
Create cards with numerical questions about the couple
Provide a number and guests guess if the real answer is over or under that number
Example: "They went on ___ dates before becoming official. Over or under 8?"
The guest with the most correct guesses wins!
Pro tip: Mix in some surprising statistics for maximum entertainment value.
9) Find the Guest Bridal Shower Game
The perfect icebreaker for when guests don't know each other well!
Find the Guest Bridal Shower Printable Game
How to play:
Create bingo-style cards with descriptions like "Has been married for over 20 years" or "Has traveled to more than 10 countries"
Guests mingle to find people who match each description
The first person to complete their card wins!
Pro tip: Include some wedding-specific descriptions to keep the game on theme.
10) What's In Your Purse Bridal Shower Game
What's in your purse right now: Candy? Pepper Spray? Tissues? This game gives points to guests with the most items on the list in their purse.
What's In Your Purse Bridal Shower Printable Game
How to play:
Create a list of items with corresponding point values
Guests earn points for each listed item they have in their purse
The person with the most points wins!
Pro tip: Award extra points for unusual items like foreign currency or a sewing kit. Everyone with a purse can play and everyone can laugh along as you all invade each other's Mary Poppins' bags!
Making Your Games a Success
Want to make sure your bridal shower games are actually fun and not awkward? Here are a few quick tips:
Keep it moving: Plan for 2-3 games per hour, with each game taking about 15-20 minutes.
Prizes matter: Small items like candles, nail polish, or chocolates make perfect prizes without breaking the bank.
Know your crowd: Choose games that match the personalities of your guests. A rowdy group might love active games, while a more reserved crowd might prefer trivia.
Timing is everything: Don't interrupt chatting or eating with games. Schedule them for natural lulls in the party.
Ready to Host an Amazing Bridal Shower?
These 10 games are guaranteed to make your bridal shower memorable and fun! Just download our printable templates, gather your supplies, and get ready to create beautiful memories for the bride-to-be.
And while you're planning the perfect shower, don't forget to check out Ever-Pretty UK's white options for the bride and beautiful attire for guests, we've got styles to make everyone look and feel amazing at the celebration!
What's your favorite bridal shower game? Let us know in the comments below!
