 Written By: Bec What is find the guest bingo? Put simply, it's a fun game that reveals interesting facts about fellow party people, whilst simultaneously getting those competitive juices flowing (the desire to win can make for some hilarious encounters!). And this isn't even the best bit. What I love MOST about this game is the fact that it gets everyone mingling right from the start, making it a great icebreaker game for any occasion.
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1. Has shoulder length hair
2. Lives interstate 3. Is wearing mismatched socks 4. Has been overseas within the last 6 months 5. Doesn't drink coffee 6. Is the same age as you 7. Has more than two piercings 8. Is wearing a hat 9. Is wearing sunglasses indoors 10. Has been married over 5 years 11. Has a secret talent they're willing to demonstrate |
12. Has a funny nickname
13. Can bust a move 14. Owns a cat 15. Has a unique pet 16. Has more than 1 tattoo 17. Knows how to ride a motorbike 18. Has a birthday in June 19. Has been on a blind date before 20. Shares a birthday month with you 21. Has travelled the farthest to attend today 22. Wears the same shoe size as you |
Example Facts: Specific Occasions
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Bridal/Bachelorette:
1. Knows the bride's childhood nickname 2. Can recite the couple's engagement story 3. Knows the bride's middle name 4. Has known the bride for the longest time 5. Knows the bride's 'go-to' karaoke song Christmas: 1. Drives a red or green car 2. Owns more than 5 ugly sweaters 3. Puts their tree up before December 4. Keeps their tree up well into the New Year 5. Can name all of Santa's reindeer |
Baby Shower:
1. Can guess the baby's due date 2. Has twins in their family 3. Knows a funny pregnancy story 4. Can name three baby brands 5. Is wearing something pink or blue Workplace: 1. Is always late for meetings 2. Keeps their desk extremely tidy 3. Always has a coffee in their hand 4. Is always early for work 5. Is the quickest to respond to emails |
Pre-Made Game Cards
Playing Find the Guest Bingo
Hand each guest a playing card and pen or pencil. Explain that the aim of the game is to try and find the person who matches each statement. And yes, this means mingling, chatting, and getting to know one another from the get-go!
Once you've found someone who matches a statement, write their name in the box. The twist? You can only use each person's name ONCE. So, choose carefully!
First to match 5 names with statements in a row (horizontal, vertical or diagonal), wins. But only if they yell BINGO!
Once you've found someone who matches a statement, write their name in the box. The twist? You can only use each person's name ONCE. So, choose carefully!
First to match 5 names with statements in a row (horizontal, vertical or diagonal), wins. But only if they yell BINGO!
Alternative Ways to Play
Personalise the Game
There is potential to make this a really meaningful and interactive activity. Rather than using 'stock standard' statements for each square, ask guests to email you a fact that is personal to them. Do they have a weird piercing? A unique job title? Perhaps a fun travel experience?
Include one fact per guest. At the end of the game, ask everyone to share the story behind their particular fact - giving the group further time to bond!
Photo Scavenger Hunt
Rather than writing down a person's name when they find a match, players snap a photo! For example, 'take a selfie with someone wearing pink', 'get an action shot of someone busting a move'. The first to prove they have five 'snaps' in a row, wins.
The Classic Game of 'Find the Guest'
Rather than creating a bingo card template, write each fact out 'list style' (as pictured below). As with the bingo version, players are on a mission to find the partygoer who matches each statement. Only this time they aim to find as many matches as possible. Award one point per answer, with the person scoring highest being the winner.
There is potential to make this a really meaningful and interactive activity. Rather than using 'stock standard' statements for each square, ask guests to email you a fact that is personal to them. Do they have a weird piercing? A unique job title? Perhaps a fun travel experience?
Include one fact per guest. At the end of the game, ask everyone to share the story behind their particular fact - giving the group further time to bond!
Photo Scavenger Hunt
Rather than writing down a person's name when they find a match, players snap a photo! For example, 'take a selfie with someone wearing pink', 'get an action shot of someone busting a move'. The first to prove they have five 'snaps' in a row, wins.
The Classic Game of 'Find the Guest'
Rather than creating a bingo card template, write each fact out 'list style' (as pictured below). As with the bingo version, players are on a mission to find the partygoer who matches each statement. Only this time they aim to find as many matches as possible. Award one point per answer, with the person scoring highest being the winner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need 1 different BINGO card for each guest or the same card for each guest?
The beauty of this game is that you can play either way, it works no matter what!
Using ONE card for everyone means players are working from the same prompts, so it's a bit less competitive. Guests will still need to mingle and talk to others to mark off their squares, but since everyone is looking for the same answers, it can lead to fun group chats (and when someone finds a match others may jump in with their own stories, too, creating even more conversation between new friends!).
If you're after a more competitive game, MULTIPLE unique cards are a great choice. With this option, guests can't rely on others' answers and will have to talk to a wider range of people if they want to get BINGO first.
Both approaches are fun and will help partygoers get to know one another - it just depends on the vibe you're after. So, go with the option that best suits your group/celebration!
The beauty of this game is that you can play either way, it works no matter what!
Using ONE card for everyone means players are working from the same prompts, so it's a bit less competitive. Guests will still need to mingle and talk to others to mark off their squares, but since everyone is looking for the same answers, it can lead to fun group chats (and when someone finds a match others may jump in with their own stories, too, creating even more conversation between new friends!).
If you're after a more competitive game, MULTIPLE unique cards are a great choice. With this option, guests can't rely on others' answers and will have to talk to a wider range of people if they want to get BINGO first.
Both approaches are fun and will help partygoers get to know one another - it just depends on the vibe you're after. So, go with the option that best suits your group/celebration!
Have THE Best Time Playing Your BINGO Games!
Getting a group of people to mingle can be a difficult task (especially when they don't know each other that well... or at all). BUT with 'Find the Guest Bingo' at the ready, you'll have no problem doing just that! A whole lot of fun, this is the perfect game for birthdays, bridal events, Christmas, Halloween, staff parties, or any other event that needs a little icebreaker activity.
As always, I absolutely LOVE hearing about your games in action. Tag us on Instagram @becspartyprints so that we can join in the fun :)
Happy mingling!
Bec x
As always, I absolutely LOVE hearing about your games in action. Tag us on Instagram @becspartyprints so that we can join in the fun :)
Happy mingling!
Bec x
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