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Planning a baby shower is always exciting, but let’s be real: even in gender reveal parties, nobody wants an awkward gathering where guests sit around making small talk. What you want is laughter, fun, and a few sweet memories that the parents-to-be will treasure forever.
Baby shower games don’t have to be cheesy or over-the-top. The best ones are simple, fun, and easy for everyone to jump into, whether they’re close family or friends meeting for the first time. You want people smiling, mingling, and bonding over games that feel more like play than pressure.
Here are some of the easiest and most enjoyable baby shower games that work for all kinds of crowds.
Guests fill out bingo cards with possible baby gifts or milestones. As the mom-to-be opens gifts, guests mark off what matches. The first to complete a row wins a small prize.
Set out unlabeled jars of baby food and have guests taste each one. They write down their guesses based on flavour. The person with the most correct answers wins.
Guests bring a pack of diapers in exchange for a raffle ticket. Draw a winner near the end of the party. It helps the parents stock up while keeping guests engaged.
Give everyone a letter of the alphabet and one minute to list as many baby names as they can starting with that letter. The guest with the most names wins. It’s fast-paced and brings out creativity.
Guests take turns drawing baby-related words while teammates guess. Words can include things like "pacifier," "crib," or "stroller." The team with the most correct guesses wins.
Guests cut lengths of ribbon to match what they guess the mom-to-be’s belly circumference measures. After everyone has made their guess, each ribbon is compared to the actual measurement, and the closest match wins a prize. This sweet game creates a fun moment of surprise and accuracy.
A quiz is given to guests that asks fun questions about the mom-to-be, such as her favourite food, childhood pet, or college major. Guests answer individually, and the person with the most correct answers wins. It is a great conversation starter and celebrates the mom-to-be in a personal way.
Guests write down their predictions for the baby’s arrival date on a board or calendar sheet. After the baby is born, the person whose guess is closest gets a prize. This game adds a sense of anticipation that lasts even after the shower.
An arts & craft corner is set up with plain onesies and fabric markers so guests can design a personalised piece of baby clothing. Each creation is unique and can be used once the baby arrives. This game doubles as a fun activity and a keepsake for the parents.
Players try to list unique baby-related words for various categories, such as toys, nursery items, or foods, all within a set time limit. The more uncommon your answers are compared to others, the more points you earn. It is fast-paced, creative, and keeps everyone thinking.
Guests are given a list of baby-related phrases written entirely in emojis. They must decode each line as quickly as possible. This tech-friendly game is a hit with younger guests and adds a modern twist to the party.
Display several baby items with no price tags. Guests guess the cost of each item, and the person closest to the real total wins. It’s fun, surprising, and a great learning experience for new parents.
Fill baby bottles with juice or soda and have guests race to chug them. The one who finishes first is declared the baby bottle champion. It’s silly and always gets a good laugh.
Play clips from popular songs that have the word "baby" in the lyrics and pause them midway. Guests must complete the line correctly. This music-based game brings great energy and fun nostalgia.
Hide several pacifiers around the venue before guests arrive. Hand them small baskets and challenge them to find as many as they can. It’s simple, interactive, and keeps everyone moving.
Ask guests to bring a baby photo of themselves and hang it on a board. Everyone tries to guess who’s who. It’s adorable and often hilarious to see how much people have changed.
Insert little baby-themed challenges or messages into balloons before inflating them. Guests pop the balloons one by one to reveal what’s inside. It creates excitement and lively reactions.
Guests receive a list of animals and must match each one with the name of its baby (like cow and calf). It’s educational and fun, especially for animal lovers. Add images to make it extra engaging.
Teams race to put diapers on baby dolls as fast as they can. Each member must complete the task before tagging the next. It encourages teamwork and creates a lot of laughs.
Give guests a baby-themed story with blanks for nouns, verbs, and adjectives. They fill in the blanks without seeing the full story, then read their hilarious versions aloud. It’s creative, surprising, and perfect for a laugh-filled moment.
Set up bottles on a table and have guests toss rings to land them around the bottle necks. Score points for each successful toss. This playful activity works great as part of your game booths.
Guests must finish the lines from classic nursery rhymes. The one who gets the most right wins a small prize. It’s simple, nostalgic, and perfect for all ages.
Create a Jeopardy-style board with categories like baby gear, nursery rhymes, and parenting tips. Divide guests into teams to answer questions and earn points. It’s ideal for larger crowds and keeps everyone involved.
Blindfolded guests try to place a paper pacifier on a poster of a baby’s face. Closest placement wins. This one is always good for giggles and makes for fun photos.
Give guests markers and a stack of diapers to write encouraging or funny messages on. Parents will read them later during late-night changes. It adds humour and warmth to a regular task.
Toss a pile of baby socks in a basket and have guests race to match as many pairs as possible. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for competitive guests. Add a timer for extra fun.
Give each guest a clothespin or bracelet at the start of the shower. If they say “baby,” another guest can steal their PIN. The one with the most by the end wins.
Display several baby items on a tray for a minute, then cover them. Guests write down as many items as they can remember. The guest with the best memory wins.
Have guests use construction paper, stickers, or mini props to design a pretend baby nursery. You can judge by creativity or hold a group vote. It ties in well with your event decoration theme.
Play music while guests pass a wrapped diaper around a circle. When the music stops, whoever holds it unwraps a layer for a surprise. Think of it like a hot potato with a fun twist.
Guests act out baby-related phrases or activities without speaking, while others guess what they are doing. It’s silly, physical, and great for getting people laughing. Add baby-themed props for extra fun.
Each guest closes their eyes and draws a baby on a paper plate placed on their head. Everyone reveals their artwork, and the funniest or most accurate sketch wins. It’s guaranteed to get laughs and surprising masterpieces.
Drop a pacifier into a baby bottle and challenge guests to get it out without using their hands. Time each round for added competition. This one works great near the photobooth for fun snapshots.
Hand out cards for guests to write parenting advice, wishes, or funny tips. Collect them in a keepsake jar for the parents-to-be. It’s heartfelt and meaningful.
Set up a small bin and have guests try tossing rolled diapers into it from a short distance. Add levels for scoring if you like. It’s easy to set up and fun to play.
If your venue allows, rent a bouncy castle and host friendly mini games inside, like last-one-standing or gentle races. It’s unexpected at a baby shower and super fun for guests of all ages. Just make sure safety is a priority.
Hand guests a sheet with the alphabet listed and challenge them to write a baby-related word for each letter. Set a timer and see who fills the most. It’s a fast-paced game that gets creative minds working.
Have everyone guess the baby's future stats like birth weight, height, and eye colour. Save all the answers for a future reveal. It’s a sweet tradition that extends beyond the party.
If you’re combining the shower with a gender reveal, fill a large balloon with either pink or blue confetti. Pop it at the end of a game to surprise everyone. It’s dramatic and memorable.
Place various small baby toys in a covered box with a hand hole. Guests feel inside and guess what’s in there. It’s like a mystery bag challenge and gets fun reactions.
Create a custom word search using baby-related terms. Guests race to find all the words first. This game is perfect for a calmer activity corner.
Fill a kiddie pool with balls and hide baby items or numbers inside. Guests search through the pit to collect treasures. This twist on ball pits adds fun, colour, and action.
Play baby music while guests try to limbo under a bar while holding a baby doll. Lower the bar each round. The last one standing wins.
If you have entertainers present, challenge them to create a baby-themed skit or improv session. Guests can join in for laughs. It adds unexpected energy to the day.
Guests race to stack as many diapers as possible in one minute without them falling over. The tallest standing stack wins. It’s simple, quick, and brings out friendly competition.
Serve a spread of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy snacks. Guests try them all and guess which ones match the mom-to-be’s cravings. It’s delicious and fun.
Set up empty baby bottles like bowling pins and roll a soft ball to knock them over. Track scores over several rounds. It’s a lighthearted and easy-to-set-up game.
Ask questions about pregnancy, parenting, and baby facts. Guests write down answers, and the one with the most points wins. It’s informative and entertaining.
Provide small wooden or plastic blocks and challenge guests to build the tallest tower. It’s trickier than it sounds under a time limit. Kids and adults both love this one.
Scramble letters of baby-related words and have guests unscramble them as fast as they can. The person who finishes first wins. It’s great for a mental workout.
Melt different chocolate bars into diapers and number them. Guests sniff and guess what kind of candy it is. It looks gross but gets big laughs.
Set up baby bottles in a triangle formation and have guests bounce ping pong balls to land inside. Like beer pong, but baby-style. This one’s great for a game booth's setup.
Hand guests inflatable bellies and play a round of Twister. It adds a funny challenge and a ton of laughs. Just be sure to clear space to avoid any tumbles.
Show pictures of celebrity babies and have guests guess their famous parents. It’s a fun visual game that can be surprisingly hard. Add a prize for the celeb-savviest guest.
Say a baby word and have guests quickly say the first thing that comes to mind. Keep going in a circle without repeats or hesitation. It’s fast, fun, and a great icebreaker.
Baby showers are a chance to celebrate new beginnings and share joy with loved ones. With the right games, even the shyest guests will feel part of the fun. And when you mix that with creativity, laughter, and a few sweet surprises, it turns into a day that everyone will remember.
For that, you can count on The Carnival Fair. We’ve got everything from funfair games to party rentals that can make your baby shower feel like a celebration no one will forget.
So plan it your way, play a little, laugh a lot, and make it a party that welcomes the baby with open arms and big smiles.
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Games like Baby Pictionary, Who’s That Baby, and Don’t Say “Baby” are great for mixed-age groups. They’re easy to play and bring out lots of laughs.
Usually, three to five games are enough to keep the event lively without feeling rushed. You can always add a craft station or casual activity in between.
Prizes aren’t required, but they make games more exciting. Simple things like candles, snacks, or small gift cards work great and add a nice touch.
That’s fine. Include low-key options like onesie decorating or a craft table so everyone has something to enjoy without feeling pressured.
Absolutely. Whether your shower has a colour scheme or fun theme like woodland or safari, you can tweak game names, props, and materials to match.
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