It is likely that the guests at your party – be it crazy or low-key – will not all be acquainted with each other, or at least not well.You should keep in mind that not all your guests will know each other, and that the bride and/or groom will probably be the only thing everyone has in common – organizing trivia games based on the couple will bring everyone together and give plenty of opportunities for laughs. This article will give you a few ideas on how to structure the games, what kind of questions to ask, and even prizes you can give to the winners.
What Do You Know About the Bride/Couple
One idea is to create a multiple-choice or short-answer quiz which you can hand out as people arrive for them to fill out at their leisure.You can ask questions about the bride (Where did Anne grow up?What is Anne’s favorite dessert?Who was Anne’s first boyfriend?), or about the the bride and her fiancée (How were Anne and James introduced?What did James bring as a gift on their first date? ).One way to find the winner is by simply collecting the quizzes after everyone has finished, or (which is likely to be more fun), give everyone someone else’s quiz to “grade” and see who won.
A Match Made in Heaven
Another option is to prepare a list of questions and put them to the groom before the party, being sure to ask questions that the bride should be able to know or guess at. During the party, have the bride sit in a chair in the middle of the room and ask her the same questions, announcing to everyone the answers that her fiancée provided.This is a fun opportunity for the bride to hear things she may not know, and to let her entertain her guests with stories that further explain her (and his!) answers to the questions.Who did James go backpacking in Europe with?What does James like best about your personality?
Choosing the Right Questions
Remember to consider your guests and the type of event.Bachelorette parties are usually more provocative than bridal showers.The more “intense” questions should be shared only with the bride’s closer (in age or intimacy) friends.A question is probably too extreme if it’s something you would feel uncomfortable having your own mother-in-law knowing about – try not to put your friend in that position.The idea is to create an environment where everyone feels interested in the topics, but not uncomfortable with the amount of disclosure. If your looking for some exciting things for your shower try free baby shower ideas, baby shower sayings for cake or baby shower games.
Think of some Good Prizes!
Again, it is important to award prizes that fit with the theme of the party and the tastes of your guests.All of the following options are quite inexpensive.For a more reserved event, you can consider prizes which still say “love” or “romance,” without being “improper,” such as a scented lotion or Hershey’s kisses.On the other hand, if the party is more on the provocative side, your prizes can match – perhaps thongs or massage oil.
With a bit of planning, you can be sure that both the bride and her friends and family will have an unforgettable experience – at a low cost to you.
