Free Printable Bridal Shower Bingo Cards
Keep your bridal shower guests entertained during gift opening with these free printable bingo cards. Each card features 24 wedding and bridal-themed items plus a FREE center space, arranged under the letters B-R-I-D-E. As the bride-to-be opens each gift, guests scan their card for a match. First to get five in a row wins. Print as many copies as you need — completely free, no signup required.
How to Use This Printable
Bridal shower bingo is designed to be played during the gift-opening portion of the shower. It transforms what can sometimes be a slow segment into an interactive group activity where everyone is engaged and cheering for matches.
Printing and Setup
- Print one card per guest. Use cardstock for a polished look, or regular paper for a quick setup. Print 3-5 extras for unexpected guests.
- Provide markers. Pens, small stickers, or bingo daubers all work. For a themed touch, use heart-shaped stickers in the wedding color palette.
- Distribute cards before gift opening. Hand out the cards and explain the rules while the bride gets settled.
Game Rules
As the bride opens each gift, guests check their card for a matching or related item. A guest who receives a "Cookware" set would mark that square. Kitchen gadgets, serving pieces, or pots and pans all count as "Cookware." The host can use judgment for close matches — the goal is fun, not strict enforcement.
The first guest to mark five in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) calls out "BINGO!" and wins. The FREE center space counts for every player. After the first winner, keep playing for second and third place, or switch to a "blackout" round where every square must be marked.
Variations to Try
- Blank card version: Give guests blank bingo grids and have them write in gifts they predict the bride will receive before opening starts.
- Four corners: Instead of five in a row, the first person to mark all four corner squares wins.
- X pattern: Both diagonals must be marked to win, creating an X shape across the card.
- Blackout: Every single square must be marked. This takes the entire gift opening session and guarantees engagement the whole time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you play bridal shower bingo?
Give each guest a bingo card and a marker or pen. As the bride opens gifts, guests mark off matching items on their card. The first guest to get five in a row (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) shouts "BINGO!" and wins a prize. The center FREE space counts for everyone. You can play multiple rounds with different winning patterns to keep the game going throughout the entire gift opening.
What items go on a bridal shower bingo card?
Common bridal shower bingo items include kitchen appliances, linens, gift cards, candles, picture frames, vases, cookware, towels, and other common wedding or household gifts. You can also include wedding-themed items like veils, rings, bouquets, and champagne glasses. The key is to include items that are likely to appear as actual gifts so guests have a good chance of making matches.
Can you play bridal bingo without gift opening?
Yes! An alternative version has guests fill in blank cards with wedding-related words before the game starts. Then the host calls out words from a master list, just like traditional bingo. This version works well when gift opening is not part of the shower plan or when you want a standalone game. You can also use this version as a fun activity at an engagement party or rehearsal dinner.