Free Printable Baby Shower Games - 6+ Games Pack
Make your baby shower a hit with this free printable baby shower bingo card. Guests mark off common baby items as gifts are opened or as they spot them during the party. Just print one card per guest on cardstock for the best results, hand out markers or daubers, and let the fun begin. This game works for any baby shower theme and keeps guests entertained throughout the event.
How to Use This Printable
This baby shower bingo card is designed to be played during gift opening, which is often the longest part of a baby shower. Instead of guests passively watching, they actively participate by scanning their card for each item the mom-to-be unwraps.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Print one card per guest. Use white cardstock (65 lb or heavier) for a sturdy feel. Standard printer paper works too, but cardstock holds up better during the party.
- Hand out cards and markers. Pens work fine, but small stickers or bingo daubers add extra fun. Dollar stores usually carry daubers for about a dollar each.
- Explain the rules. As the mom-to-be opens each gift, guests check their card for a matching item. If the gift matches a square, they mark it off.
- First to five in a row wins. Five marked squares in a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal line means BINGO. The center FREE space counts for everyone.
- Award a small prize. Keep it simple — a scented candle, candy bar, or small plant makes a great winner's prize.
Tips for Hosting Baby Shower Games
The key to great baby shower games is timing. Start with a quieter game like word scramble while guests are still arriving and settling in. Save interactive games like bingo for the gift-opening portion of the party. If your shower runs about two hours, plan for three to four games total, spending about 10-15 minutes on each one.
Keep prizes affordable but thoughtful. Guests play for the fun of it, but a small reward makes winning feel special. Good prize ideas include mini hand lotions, lip balms, chocolate bars, or small succulents. You can also wrap prizes in tissue paper to make them feel more festive.
Other Baby Shower Game Ideas
Beyond bingo, consider mixing in these popular baby shower games to keep the energy high:
- Word Scramble: Guests unscramble baby-related words against the clock. Great as an icebreaker while people are arriving.
- Baby Trivia: Multiple-choice questions about pregnancy and baby facts. Surprisingly tricky, even for parents.
- Guess the Baby Food: Remove labels from baby food jars and have guests guess the flavor by sight and smell.
- Name That Tune (Lullaby Edition): Play a few seconds of classic lullabies and see who can name them first.
- Baby Price is Right: Show common baby products and have guests guess the retail price. Closest without going over wins.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many baby shower games should you play?
Most baby showers include 3 to 5 games spread throughout the event. This keeps guests entertained without overwhelming the schedule. Plan for about 10-15 minutes per game, and mix active games with quieter ones to keep the energy balanced. If your shower is on the shorter side (under two hours), stick with 2-3 games to leave room for food, gifts, and conversation.
When do you play games at a baby shower?
Games are typically played after guests have arrived and eaten, but before or during gift opening. A popular schedule is: arrival and mingling (30 min), food (30 min), games (30-45 min), gifts (30 min). Some hosts also play bingo during gift opening to keep guests engaged while the mom-to-be unwraps presents.
How to make baby shower bingo fun?
Make baby shower bingo more fun by offering small prizes for winners, playing multiple rounds, and adding a twist like "blackout bingo" where players must fill every square. You can also play during gift opening so guests mark off items as the mom-to-be unwraps them. Another popular variation is having guests fill in blank bingo cards with items they think the mom-to-be will receive, making every card unique.