One of my favorite things about throwing a couples shower (versus just a bridal shower) is playing games that pit the bride and groom against each other. Bubble Gum Fun is a hilarious game that does just that! Let’s find out how to play!
What do you need to play
- A printout of the main sheet, the bride’s answer sheet, and the groom’s answer sheet.
- A LOT of bubble gum!
- Either a bar of chocolate that you can break up, or a box of gourmet chocolates if you’re feeling extra generous.
How to Play the Bubble Gum Fun Couples Shower Game
- Before game time (or even before the shower), give the bride and groom their copies of the answer sheet and ask them to fill it out.
- During game time, ask the bride the questions that the groom answered, and the groom every question that the bride answered.
- For every question to the bride, she’ll have to give the same answer as the groom, and vice versa.
- Each correct answer earns them a tasty piece of chocolate (which they can eat now or save). For every wrong answer, they have to put another piece of gum in their mouth!
- Whichever half of the couple has the most chocolate wins!
Easy enough, right? If you’re planning a same-sex couples shower or JUST a bridal shower, or you have a health-conscious couple, keep reading for some tips and alternatives.
Tips & Alternative Game Play
- For just a bridal shower, you can eliminate the questions for bridal shower directed towards the bride for the groom to answer. Just call the groom ahead of time and get all of his answers.
- If you have a health-conscious bride who doesn’t want a mouth full of sugary bubble gum, go with a sugar-free version.
- Likewise, if she’s not a fan of chocolate, you can give her a different prizes for correct answers. Dollar bills are a great alternative! Other little goodies, like bath bombs, lip balms, and spa-related treats also make great prizes.
FAQs
What is a couples shower?
A couples shower is basically a party where both the groom and the bride are able to celebrate together and invite their friends before the wedding day.
Some couples opt to have a couple shower instead of separating the stag party and the bridal shower. This is perfect for couples who are having a destination party as their guests start arriving at the location.
What is the difference between a couples shower and a bridal shower?
The simplest explanation for this is that a bridal shower is a party that the bridesmaids throw for the bride. On the other hand, a couples shower is a party that the bridal entourage throws for the couple.
Is a couples shower for couples only?
One of the reasons why more couples are opting for a couples shower is that they no longer have to throw two separate parties before their wedding day. At the same time, they don’t have to worry about who to invite to the shower.
In a bridal shower, the attendees are usually the bride and her female friends. The same goes for a stag party– a party where the groom and his male friends join in. By having a couples shower, the couple can invite all their family and friends no matter what gender or marital status they have.
Who throws a couple shower?
Usually, the maid of honor is the one in charge of hosting the couples shower. But considering she has plenty of duties in the wedding, she should not be alone in planning this. The other bridesmaids can join in and help plan everything.
There are also some cases wherein the couple plans their shower together. This isn’t typical, especially since they have the main event to attend to as well.
How big should a couples shower be?
There is no minimum requirement on how big a couples shower should be or how many attendees there are. Only the couple can decide who they wish to invite to join them on this special occasion.
Typically though, this event is limited to the closest friends and family members of the couple so they can have an intimate moment before the big day.
When should the couples shower be?
The best practice is to have a couples shower at least a few weeks before the actual wedding day.
But for some weddings, especially destination weddings, it is best to have the shower a few days before the big day. This is particularly true for those who have friends flying in from out of town.
What do you do at a couple shower?
Usually, a couple shower is celebrated like a cocktail or dinner party with closest friends and family. The party still involves gift-giving, but instead of a bridal shower, the guests presents the gifts to both the future bride and groom.
What’s a fun couples game?
To break the ice, there are some enjoyable games you can play at a couples shower. One of the easiest games you can play together is to do charades. Have two teams separate for the bride and groom with a prize waiting for the winner.
Having an icebreaker game can help guests feel more comfortable with other people at the party.
Do you bring gifts to a couples shower?
Yes, it is recommended that you bring a gift to a couples shower party. Instead of getting a separate gift for the bride-to-be, it is advised that you pick one that will benefit both the bride and her groom.
If they have a registry specifically for the couples shower party, you can pick out some items from that list. This will make it much easier to choose a gift that they will both enjoy and value.
Other Printable Games:
Bridal Shower Word Scramble Printable
Bridal Shower Candy Match Printable
Lemon Bridal Shower Theme Games
Nicole is the editor-in-chief and regular staff writer for LoveYouWedding. What does that mean? Basically, she handles all the day-to-day tasks related to managing writers and bringing you stellar content on planning the LGBTQ+ wedding of your dreams.
She loves writing about quirky and unique wedding ideas, probably because she’s pretty quirky herself!