Let’s be real: some baby shower games are just not it. If you’ve ever found yourself sniffing a melted chocolate bar in a diaper and pretending it’s funny, you know exactly what I mean. Many of the classics either feel like they’re made for social media or are weirdly gross, such as guessing baby food flavors with a straight face.

But here’s the good news: baby showers can actually be fun. I’ve been to a few lately where I was genuinely laughing, connecting with others, and really celebrating the parent-to-be. No awkward balancing act with a paper plate and a cupcake while trying to fill out a game sheet that no one’s especially excited about.

So here’s a list of baby shower games that are truly fun, easy to pull together, and won’t make anyone fake a phone call to escape.

Before we jump into the absolute best games, here are some tried-and-true hosting tips that’ll serve you well: the Do’s and Don’ts of Baby Shower Games.

Do:

• Keep it simple. If a game takes more than 30 seconds to explain, people will start tuning out.
• Offer small prizes. Think: sheet masks, cute scrunchies, mini candles, or coffee gift cards. Little things like these go a long way.
• Be thoughtful of guests without kids. If winning depends on knowing baby products or prices, friends without kids might feel a bit left out.
• Read the room. Grandma might not be into “Name That Baby Song,” and that’s okay.
• Make room for real laughter. Skip the forced group games and awkward fake enthusiasm. The best memories come when everyone’s genuinely having fun.

Don’t:

• Force everyone to join in. Some guests might just want to watch and enjoy the vibe, and that’s totally fine.
• Play more than two or three games. Remember, people are there for the food, gifts, and maybe a mimosa. Keep it light and easy.
• Bring back the candy-bar-in-the-diaper game. It wasn’t fun in 2008, and it’s still not now.
• Put the parents-to-be in awkward spots with weird games—unless they’re totally on board with that kind of thing.
  
  

Now, here are seven baby shower games that are classy, creative, and genuinely fun for everyone in the room.

1. The Price Is Right: Baby Edition

This one is a crowd favorite every time. You display a selection of baby items like wipes, pacifiers, diaper cream, bottles, and onesies. Guests try to guess the price of each, and the person who comes closest to the total cost wins.

At one shower, I watched a table of non-parents guess that a tube of diaper rash cream cost $3.49. The moms in the room just laughed. (Spoiler: it was $9.79. Parenthood is expensive.)

Why it works: It’s funny, surprising, and a little educational, especially for those who don’t yet know how much a sound machine can set you back.

Bonus tip: Pick items from the registry so the new parents can keep the goodies after the game!

2. Bib or Onesie Decorating Station

This activity is all about creativity and keeps things hands-on. Set up a decorating station with plain bibs or onesies and plenty of fabric markers, stickers, and iron-on patches. Guests can let their imaginations run wild and create something special for the baby. This was one of my favorite activities we did at my shower. I love seeing my little girl wear all the onesies and gowns we made at the shower!

Why it works: It’s personal, fun, and leaves the parents with cute, one-of-a-kind keepsakes they’ll use.

Bonus Tip:  Include nightgowns and onesies in a variety of sizes so the new parents can use them for months to come. My baby girl used the gowns her first five months of life! I loved them.

3. Name That Baby Book

Put together a list of classic children’s book quotes or slightly blurred cover images to make it a bit challenging. Guests try to guess the titles. Think Goodnight Moon, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and Where the Wild Things Are.

At a recent shower, one guest confidently guessed “The Book about the Caterpillar Who Eats Too Much.” We gave it to her. The effort definitely counted.

Why it works: It’s nostalgic, family-friendly, and brings everyone a warm, fuzzy feeling of childhood. Plus, it’s a great way to keep the energy relaxed between food and gift time.

4. Baby Shower Bingo

Baby shower bingo is always a fun game at a shower. We love it because it causes your guests to focus on the mom opening her gifts by watching what she opens in order to win. It’s truly such a no-stress game, especially for moms who don’t love party games. 

Why it works: It’s a great game because you don’t have to stop the party to get everyone’s attention to start the game. You just hand out the cards and as the mom opens the gifts, someone wins! Such an easy game for the party-planner.

Pro Tip: You can make this easier by providing a pre-filled in bingo card instead of the fill in yourself version.

5. Who Knows Mom Best?

This one’s all about celebrating the guest of honor. Before the shower, ask the parent-to-be a few light and fun questions:

• What’s your biggest pregnancy craving?
• What was your childhood nickname?
• What’s the one baby product you’re irrationally excited about?
• What’s one baby name you vetoed?
• What’s the first thing you packed in your hospital bag?

Then, during the shower, quiz the guests and see who knows Mom best. You can play individually or in teams, and give a little prize to the winner.

At my own shower, my best friend nailed all the questions—including “How many matching outfits has she bought already?” (Answer: too many). It was sweet, funny, and made me feel really seen.

Why it works: It’s sweet, personal, and gives everyone a chance to feel a little closer to the guest of honor.

6. Guess the Baby Item: Blind Bag Edition

This one’s part game, part sensory challenge. Place different common baby items in opaque gift bags. Guests feel the outside of the bag (no peeking!) and try to guess what’s inside—things like a pacifier, onesie, burp cloth, teether, or a nasal aspirator. You’ll be surprised how tricky it is to tell the difference between baby lotion and diaper cream just by touch.

Why it works: It’s tactile and interactive without being messy. Everyone gets a kick out of how many ways there are to describe “that squeezy nose sucker thing.”

Pro tip: Pick items the parents can use afterward. That way, everyone wins.

7. Guess the Baby Photo

Have guests bring a baby photo of themselves (or submit one ahead of time) and display them all on a board, or make a slideshow if you’ve got a TV nearby. People can guess who’s who. It’s low-key, fun, and always good for a few laughs. Honestly, it ended up being one of the funniest baby shower games I’ve ever played.

Why it works: It’s easy to set up and keeps guests chatting, mingling, and laughing at some of those amazing baby faces.

Pro tip: Ask guests to send photos from when they were under a year old. The younger the baby, the funnier the game.

A Little Pep Talk Before You Plan

Here’s your reminder that a great baby shower isn’t about perfect centerpieces or whether the balloon arch turned out just right. It’s about creating a space where the parent-to-be feels surrounded by love, laughter, and support.

Games don’t have to steal the spotlight to make the day special. A few thoughtful ones can help people loosen up, spark conversation, and create those sweet moments everyone will smile about later.

You’re doing great. Keep it classy, keep it light, and remember: no one’s mad about skipping the diaper-chocolate sniff test. Because once the baby comes? The only “game” is figuring out how not to over-spend on Amazon while nursing 24/7.

Now that you know it’s possible for baby shower activities to be fun, you can plan the rest of the party. Explore all the great tips and ideas on the RegistryFinder GiveIt blog, where you can find baby shower menus and theme inspiration, plus plenty of baby gift ideas and baby registry tips.