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If you want to plan a bachelor party that people will remember and talk about for years, the right activities can lead to good times shared — and even better stories. We’ve curated a list of fun game ideas to add excitement and inspire camaraderie, if not also a lot of laughs.
Whether you’re looking for competitive challenges, hilarious dares, or an engaging scavenger hunt, we’ve got you covered with this list of the best bachelor party ideas. Prepare to create epic memories and make the groom-to-be’s sendoff into married life an experience he’ll never forget.
Let the games begin!
From a round of Texas Hold ‘Em to beer pong, these classic and ever-popular bachelor party games will surely make the night memorable. If you go with any of these, consider having a prize for the winning person or team to amp up the competition.
Organize a poker tournament and get ready to see everyone lay their true cards on the table. You could hire a professional dealer to up the ante or just get your own deck of cards and designate someone as the dealer. If you have time before the bachelor party, you could order personalized playing cards to make it even more fun.
The best bachelor party games are the ones where everyone feels they can contribute, and this trivia idea is a great way to do so. Prepare a list of questions about the groom-to-be, such as their favorite movies, childhood memories, or funny stories. Have everyone, including the person of the hour, answer the questions and see who knows them best. It’s a great way to reminisce over shared times and have a good laugh.
If you’re looking for funny bachelor party ideas, here’s a good one. Invite each guest to roast the groom-to-be with funny stories, embarrassing moments, or inside jokes. Just keep it light-hearted and in good fun; you don’t want any rifts before the wedding day! It’s also a good idea to inform guests before the bachelor party, so they have ample time to prepare their part.
If you plan to stay in for the bachelor party, add to the fun and games with one or more of these popular drinking games — no bartender required. You can make almost any activity into a drinking game, so choose one tailored to the style and interests of the groom and the guests.
If you’re planning a night of drinking, add a classic drinking game like beer pong to the activity list. Set up multiple tables and teams for a full-on tournament where everyone competes for the title of Beer Pong Champions. You could even set up brackets and have guests take bets on who they think will win. Or, add some additional challenges or rules with the ping pong balls to keep things interesting.
In this drinking game, you use a deck of cards with each one drawn attached to a specific rule. For example, a cardholder with a two chooses someone to drink; when it’s a three, that person drinks; and when it’s a king, the player pours a shot of their choice into a communal cup until the fourth king is drawn, and that person must drink the entire cup, no matter what weird concoction is inside.
Here’s a rundown if you need a reminder of how this classic drinking game works.. First, split the group into two teams, with each lining up on opposite sides of a table. Each person on each time must drink their cup of beer, place the cup upside down on the edge of the table, and then use only their fingers to flip the cup right-side up. Then, the next person in line drinks their cup of beer and continues the process, moving down the line. The winning team is the one that finishes flipping all their cups first.
Here’s a new adult way to play this fun kids’ game. It involves writing drinking challenges or actions on Jenga blocks (just do this before assembling the tower). Then, each player will remove a block and must complete the challenge written on it. When the tower collapses, the person responsible finishes their drink.
You’ll need a roulette wheel to play this game, which is a fun way to get drunk quickly (so be careful!).
Match a shot glass for every number on the wheel. Fill the shot glasses with either clear liquor or water so they are indistinguishable. Each guest will then pick a number (or multiple numbers if you have a smaller group), and when the ball lands on it, they take the corresponding shot.
Even if you’re bar hopping, you can add some fun bachelor party games to the mix as you revel in the night. If you’re drinking and traveling between locations, just ensure you have a safe way to get from one spot to the next so you don’t drink and drive.
Create a list combining hilarious and challenging tasks to complete and items for the groom and guests to find throughout the evening. The list can include visiting specific locations (maybe it’s the place of the to-be-weds’ first date), collecting objects like the groom’s baby pictures, or completing funny dares. Split the group into two teams or more for added competition.
Create a bingo card with tasks the groom-to-be and guests must complete before the bachelor party ends. Mark off an item when it’s complete. The first person to get a straight line (or other Bingo variation) wins the game.
Create a list of specific photos or moments the entire bachelor party must attempt to capture throughout the night. It can include items like “get a photo with a stranger wearing a funny hat” or “take a selfie with a police officer.” Collect all the pictures at the end, and the person who completed the tasks the best wins.
Combine the excitement of a bar crawl with a poker game. Start at one bar, draw a card, and move on to the next. At each stop, draw another card until you have a complete poker hand. The best poker hand at the end of the game wins.
Another fun bachelor party idea that can make bar hopping more entertaining is to choose a theme for the night and encourage everyone to dress up accordingly. Think superheroes, Hawaiian luau, or ’80s throwback.
If the bachelor party involves a party bus, there are a whole slew of fun game ideas to attempt during the ride to keep the energy at a high.
This classic setup is always a hit, even as a bachelor party game. Follow the traditional rules, where layers take turns asking each other truth questions or daring them to do something fun or slightly embarrassing. Just make sure the dares are light-hearted and are feasible on the party bus.
Create a playlist with popular songs or songs related to the groom and their partner. Ask the party bus driver if you can connect your smartphone to the speakers through Bluetooth. Then, play each song for a few seconds and have participants guess the title and artist — award points for correct answers. The person with the most points at the end of the game wins.
Create custom bingo cards with items or landmarks you might encounter during the party bus ride. The cards can include items like “a person dancing,” “a red convertible,” or “a street musician.” As you spot each scenario, mark it off your card — the first person to get a straight line or full card wins.
If you have a group where people don’t know each other, this is one of those bachelor party games that can be a great icebreaker. Each person takes turns stating two truths and one lie about themselves. The others have to guess which statement is the lie. It’s a fun way to learn more about the party guests and test your intuition.
Write the names of different celebrities or well-known personalities on sticky notes and stick one on each person’s forehead without them seeing it first. Party guests will ask yes or no questions to determine who they are, with each person taking a turn until a full round is complete. The first person to guess their celebrity correctly wins.
Not all bachelor parties have to focus on alcohol. If someone in the group is sober, or you’re hosting the party the night before the wedding and don’t want to have a hangover, there are plenty of other booze-free bachelor party ideas.
If the bachelor party takes place somewhere with outdoor space, organize a sports tournament with games like soccer, flag football, volleyball, or corn hole. Divide into teams for a friendly competition.
Organize a game night with various board and card games. Include classics like Monopoly, Pictionary, Cards Against Humanity, or Charades. You can also try newer games or ask the group for suggestions beforehand.
Set up a casino-themed party with stations to play poker, blackjack, or roulette. You can use chips instead of real money if you don’t have cash on hand, and the winner can receive a digital payout at the end or another prize like a gift card.
If the groom-to-be and friends are into gaming, host a video game tournament. Set up consoles and compete in FIFA, Mario Kart, or Super Smash Bros. You can offer prizes for the winners, perhaps gear or gift cards for game stations.
This activity challenges the group to solve puzzles and escape from a locked room within a specific time limit. This collaborative game can be thrilling and engaging for everyone involved, and you can choose from a range of themes, such as zombies, pop culture, or history.
Bachelor party games are often drinking games, but they don’t have to be. There are many ways to have a good time with the groom-to-be and their friends; other bachelor party plans could include scavenger hunts, poker, and even a roast of the person of the hour.
They definitely can! A theme can be a great way to make it entertaining and tailored to the groom’s interests. The only challenge is getting the entire bachelor party to play along and wear costumes, for example.
Yes, the groom-to-be should be involved in planning the bachelor party to ensure that the activities are something they will enjoy and will make the guests feel included. That said, the groom should not be doing the heavy lifting with the the actual coordination.
Turn a few classic drinking games into an Olympics event, adding up points to crown an ultimate winner. Common games to include in the Bachelor Party Olympics are beer pong, flip cup, shotgun, etc.
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