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33 Most Fun Bachelorette Party Games to Play in 2024

by: Sarah Cook

Last Updated on Aug 14th 2024

Bachelorette party games are a great way to break the ice and get everyone laughing at a bachelorette party, but what are the best bachelorette games? We’ve rounded up some of the best activities that will help you bond with everyone at the bachelorette bash.

According to Time Magazine, bachelor parties for grooms-to-be can actually be traced back to Roman times, but bachelorette parties for women didn’t really take off until much later.

In the 1960s, women started expressing themselves and their freedoms by planning and attending bachelorette parties before the wedding ceremony, and over time these parties have turned into fun parties or even weekend-long getaways for the girls.

What do most girls do at bachelorette parties? Well, the answers are almost endless! Most bachelorette parties are tailored to the personality and interests of the bride, which means bachelorette party ideas come in all shapes and sizes.

Our list of 33 different bachelorette party games will help you plan fun activities for the party, whether your bride hates being the center of attention or she wants all eyes on her.

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Clean Bachelorette Party Games

1. Take a Cooking Class Together

Cooking classes can be a great way to bond with a group of friends, but you can also spice up the cooking class environment by participating in fun food-based challenges and competitions.

You can find cooking classes in Philadelphia, cooking classes in Boston and cooking classes in Chicago. If you aren’t located near any of those major metropolitan areas, don’t worry; there are plenty of options for cooking classes near you.

These courses, led by experienced chefs, will be sure to inspire you and give you plenty of dinner party ideas for your next bachelorette bash.

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2. Solve a Murder Mystery

If the bride-to-be is a fan of true crime podcasts or documentaries, why not check out Masters of Mystery murder mystery game kits as a fun bachelorette party game idea?

There are lots of fun themes available, like the 1920s (perfect for Gatsby-themed parties), or even the Wild West (the best choice for a cowgirl bachelorette).

The games are also available in plenty of different forms, whether you need an online option for bridesmaids who are scattered geographically or options for many players, in case you have lots of girls at the party who want a role.

3. Make Toilet Paper Wedding Dresses

This is quite possibly one of the most classic bachelorette party games. All you need for this activity is lots and lots of toilet paper.

Divide the guests into teams and have them create a dress out of toilet paper on their “model” that they think best represents what the bride’s dress will look like.

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4. Have a Costume Contest

Whether you’ll be staying in or hitting the town for your bachelorette party, ask all of the girls to show up in costumes that fit the theme.

There are plenty of funny trending themes on social media, from having everyone dress up as a celebrity who shares the same first name as the groom to celebrating the bride’s last night of freedom by dressing up as the founding fathers.

You could also have the costume contest fit the theme of the party. This works really well if you are throwing a bash with a theme like a 90s theme party or a Taylor Swift themed party.

5. Host a Painting Party

A bachelorette painting party is a great way to keep the bachelorette celebrations on the calmer side. If the bride is a fan of artistic endeavors, she might like the chance to paint some plates or bowls to use in her new home.

You could also turn this into a game by having each member of the party paint a plate or bowl to give the bride that best represents their relationship. The bride will leave with plenty of new china to take into her marriage!

group of women painting on easel with wine — *via Classpop!*

Funny Bachelorette Party Games

6. Play Funny “Minute to Win It Games”

The games portion of the bachelorette party doesn’t have to take up all night; instead, plan a few quick “minute to win it” games that require guests to act fast to win prizes or small gifts.

For one idea that will require guests to “shake it off,” fill empty tissue boxes with ping pong balls and tie them around the competitor’s waists.

They’ll have to demonstrate some of their best dance floor moves to try and empty their tissue box in sixty short seconds.

7. Pin the Kiss on a Celebrity (Or the Groom)

No childhood birthday party was complete without a game of pin the tail on the donkey. This bachelorette party game requires a large picture of the bride’s favorite celebrity or even the groom.

Each player is blindfolded and spun around to ensure they’re dizzy. Then, they must try to pin a construction paper kiss as close to the lips of the celebrity as possible.

8. Play Guess Who — With Underwear!

Bachelorette party ideas often go beyond your basic girls night ideas. This is especially true if you’re hosting any kind of lingerie shower as part of the bachelorette party.

For this funny game, have each guest bring a pair of underwear that they think best demonstrates their personality. Be sure they don’t mark who the gift is from on the package.

Instead, have the bride try to guess which of her friends gave the gift based on the color, design and spice level of the panties.

At-Home Bachelorette Party Games

9. Host a Virtual Game Night

If the bride-to-be is a fan of murder mystery games or other online games, try scheduling a series of virtual game nights in the lead-up to the wedding.

This can work really well if your group of friends is spread out across the country or if everyone’s schedules are a little bit too hectic to get together ahead of the wedding.

woman drinking sangria will face-timing on laptop — *via Canva*

10. Host Trivia Night

One of the best bachelorette party games at home is a classic trivia night. You can ask basic trivia questions or turn the trivia into a get-to-know-you session about the bride and the wedding party by asking bachelorette party game questions.

Invite the groom and his entourage to turn this into a combined bachelor-bachelorette party idea. If you can’t all make it to the same place at the same time, online trivia games are an excellent alternative.

11. Work Together to Solve a Puzzle

Use a virtual escape room experience or pre-packaged escape room at home to solve a puzzle together and crack the case. This bachelorette party game idea is great for brides who’d like a more low-key bachelorette bash.

12. Host an At-Home Scavenger Hunt

Bachelorette party games at home don’t have to all be boring or low-key. Plan a scavenger hunt around your neighborhood or home to keep guests engaged in finding and solving clues.

For wedding parties or friend groups who can’t all meet up for a scavenger hunt in person, try a virtual scavenger hunt that allows the fun and competitiveness to continue online. And if the bachelorette party involves some traveling to the destination, scavenger hunts also make for great road trip games to pass the time or to make the trip more fun.

13. Play “Find the Ring”

If you’re hosting a bachelorette party at your home, buy costume rings at a party supply shop and hide them around the house. Reward those who are able to successfully find a ring with a little prize!

Printable Bachelorette Party Games

14. Make Printable Bingo Cards

Bachelorette Bingo is often a staple at bachelorette parties, but how does bachelorette bingo work? For this printable bachelorette party game, you’ll need to create a bingo card (or purchase one to print) that includes things that are likely to happen at the bachelorette party.

Then, whenever a guest notices that happening, she marks the spot on her card just like in traditional bingo.

15. Create Table Talk Cards

Ice breaker games can be a great way to get to know other people, especially at a bachelorette party, where all of the guests might be from different “spheres” of the bride’s life.

Create cute printable table talk cards with simple bachelorette party games questions, like “Where did you meet the bride?” or “What’s your favorite memory with the bride?”

16. Play Would She Rather

Instead of playing the classic ice-breaker game “Would You Rather”, play “Would She Rather.” Compile a cute list of scenarios and ask the guests which alternative the bride would rather do.

You can make fun printable cards with your own scenarios or find similar versions pre-made on Etsy.

Free Bachelorette Party Games

17. Play Truth or Dare

Growing up, one of the most common games to play with friends was truth or dare. This childhood classic can be a fun bachelorette party game idea; simply invent creative dares that have to do with the wedding or the bride and groom specifically. Plus, with each “truth” you share, you’ll be bonding with your girls before the big day!

18. Create a Custom Newlywed Game

Take inspiration from classic television for this bachelorette party game. Have the guests fill out a questionnaire about the bride. Then, ask the bride to answer the same questions out loud and see who knows her best!

If your bachelorette bash includes alcohol, have anybody who misses a question take a drink.

19. Play Never Have I Ever

Some of the best childhood games are free to play. Take turn suggesting experiences and play “Never Have I Ever.” Keep it wholesome by simply keeping score, or turn it into a drinking game for any of your guests who are consuming alcohol.

20. Make Certain Words Off-Limits

For this simple and free bachelorette party game idea, choose certain words or phrases to make “off-limits.” Choose something easy like the groom’s name, or make it difficult by putting words like “wedding” or “bride” off limits.

Then create a funny and clever punishment for anyone who violates the rule, like doing a harmless dare or taking a drink, if your guests are drinking.

21. Play Wedding Pictionary or Charades

Pictionary and charades are both classic party games that don’t require a lot of financial investment. All you need to do is write clues about the bride, groom, wedding or even funny or “spicy” topics that will be sure to make everyone laugh.

The best thing about this bachelorette party game is that you have complete control over how racy to make the game depending on the audience.

group of friends playing charades bachelorette party games — *via Canva*

Joint Bachelor-Bachelorette Party Games

22. Host Bachelor/Bachelorette Olympics

If you’re looking for fun bachelor-bachelorette party games that will keep everyone engaged, create the Olympics of wedding planning and compete on “team bride” or “team groom.”

You can combine classic games like kickball, cornhole or relay races with more wedding-themed games to keep everyone focused on the big day.

23. Compete in an Around-Town Scavenger Hunt

Take the competition to the next level by moving out of the house and competing in a digital scavenger hunt around your town or the city you’re visiting.

While this photo scavenger hunt works well for a bachelorette party, it’s also a great option if you’re throwing a joint function with the guys, too.

24. Play Prosecco Pong

For a festive take on classic party games for adults, substitute the beer and red plastic cups from a game of beer pong for prosecco in plastic Champagne flutes. Then compete in this new take on classic bachelor-bachelorette party games.

25. Go Axe Throwing

You don’t have to stay home for a combined bachelor-bachelorette party. Visit your local axe throwing venue and compete against each other. The entire wedding party will be able to bond and have a great time learning how to throw axes together.

axe throwing joint bachelorette/bachelor party games — *via Canva*

26. Go Line Dancing

While not technically a game, there are certainly ways to turn line dancing into a competition between the bridesmaids and groomsmen. If you visit a special line dancing venue, have the instructor determine which team has the best moves at the end of the night.

This option is great for a combined party or if you’re simply looking for Nashville bachelorette party ideas for the girls.

27. Attend Trivia Night Together

Although trivia night can be a low-key at-home affair, you could also take the entire wedding party out to a local trivia night and compete against other people.

If you plan ahead, you might be able to get the event emcee to sneak in a few questions about the bride and groom.

Outdoor Bachelorette Party Games

28. Play Volleyball

Hosting a pool party for your bachelorette bash? Set up a net either in the swimming pool or right nearby and play a few rounds of volleyball.

This is perfect for brides who want to relive their athletic careers or simply let their competitive streak shine.

29. Host a Pickleball Party

Pickleball is the hottest sport around right now; why not incorporate it into your bachelorette party? Whether you have an all-girls tournament or invite the groomsmen, this is a great way to bond and get outside before the wedding festivities take place.

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30. Play the Bride’s Favorite Sport

Make your bachelorette party all about the bride by basing it on her favorite sport. Once you get up and moving by competing in her favorite pastime, you’ll be ready for a celebratory meal afterward.

This is especially great for athletic brides who want to hearken back (or continue living) their glory days!

31. Have a Cornhole Tournament

This bachelorette party idea works well for just the girls or even as a combined bachelor-bachelorette party game. Plan a fun cookout with a cornhole tournament as an easy way to enjoy nice weather and celebrate together.

You can even elevate this game by all chipping in to buy the bride and groom a brand new, personalized cornhole set to take with them as a gift.

32. Play Giant Jenga

Jenga is a fun childhood board game that has been successfully translated into a lawn game with the creation of giant Jenga sets.

You can buy personalized sets that are monogrammed, or you can even add fun trivia questions and dares to the blocks that each participant must complete when they pull a block out of the tower.

33. Play Ring Toss

Another classic lawn game is ring toss, but take it to the next level by making or purchasing giant engagement rings to throw and use for competition.

This is a fun way to get your guests moving around during the bachelorette party, but it’s low pressure and there is minimal skill involved!

ring toss bachelorette party game — *via Canva*

We hope this list of 33 bachelorette party games has given you a bit of inspiration for the next bachelorette bash on your calendar. No matter which games you choose, you’re sure to have a fun time celebrating your friend ahead of her big day.

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