Want to keep guests laughing and engaged? These 24 baby shower game ideas are fun, lighthearted, and perfect for breaking the ice — turning your celebration into a joyful, memory-making event everyone will love.
24 Baby Shower Game Ideas That Keep the Fun Going in 2025
In 2025, baby showers are bringing the joy with games that are fresh, interactive, and guaranteed to get everyone laughing. Whether you’re planning a laid-back gathering or a lively party, the right mix of games adds energy, connection, and unforgettable moments.
From hilarious challenges to sweet keepsake activities, these 24 baby shower game ideas will inspire a celebration that’s playful, memorable, and full of love.
1. Tic-Tac-Toe with a Twist
This baby shower setup is all charm, with a dash of playful suspense. The oversized tic-tac-toe board — nestled in pastel balloon arches and framed by a glowing Boy or Girl? sign — turns guessing the baby’s gender into a game of giddy anticipation.
Each square hides a clue, and guests take turns revealing X’s and O’s until the final balloon pops with the big reveal. It’s interactive, photogenic, and delightfully nostalgic — think recess fun meets modern celebration.
Perfect for outdoors and guaranteed to keep everyone smiling. Bonus points for those dreamy “BABY” blocks filled with cotton-candy-hued balloons.
2. Pop to Reveal
Balloons, mystery, and a hint of sparkle — this setup takes center stage with its bold simplicity. Guests take turns popping the matte black balloons to uncover either pink or blue confetti, revealing the sweet surprise inside: He or She, what will our cutie be?
The arch of pastel balloons frames the scene beautifully, while the grassy outdoor setting adds a breezy, joyful vibe. It’s the kind of reveal that builds suspense in the best way — one satisfying pop at a time.
A classic concept elevated with style and charm.
3. Cast Your Vote, Baby Style
This sweet setup turns predictions into decor. Tiny paper onesies in pink and blue hang delicately across twine, each one a guest’s playful guess — will it be a baby boy or girl?
It’s charmingly interactive, yet simple enough to blend seamlessly into your shower aesthetic. We love how the miniature clothespins add that crafty, handmade feel — and the pastel icons (hello pacifier and pram!) make it extra adorable.
No matter the final count, everyone leaves feeling a little more involved in the joy to come.
4. Bounce, Pin, Pop!
This trio of games brings instant energy to any baby shower — think playful chaos in the best way.
Start with Diaper Pong, a cheeky twist on a classic, where guests toss ping pong balls into open diapers (giggles guaranteed). Move to Pin the Pacifier, a baby-friendly riff on the donkey game, and end with Pop the Belly, where popping balloons reveals sweet surprises.
It’s festive, interactive, and just the right mix of silly and sweet. A guaranteed hit for guests of all ages — and honestly, who doesn’t want a round of Diaper Pong?
5. Tic-Tac-Guess Reveal Cake
Part cake, part game, all delight — this genius creation flips the script on traditional gender reveals.
Each question-mark square is its own mini mystery, but only one holds the answer. Peel it back to reveal that pop of blue or pink (in this case, it’s a boy!). It’s like a game of tic-tac-toe meets the sweetest suspense.
Guests will be crowding around, pointing, guessing — and probably sneaking extra frosting while they wait. It’s a dessert and a memory all in one slice.
6. Diaper Pong with a Twist
Part baby shower, part arcade fun — this “Diaper Pong” board turns party vibes all the way up.
Guests toss ping pong balls into diaper pockets labeled with point values, and the competition gets real fast. The 100-point shot? That’s bragging rights for weeks. It’s silly, unexpected, and a perfect icebreaker, especially with a crowd of mixed ages.
Add a small prize for the highest scorer, and you’ve got an instant party hit that’ll keep the laughter rolling.
7. Baby Sock Hunt
This game is pure baby shower gold — and surprisingly competitive.
The setup is simple: 25 single baby socks are hidden around the party space, and guests scramble to find as many as they can. It brings out the inner child in everyone and keeps people mingling, laughing, and exploring all those sweet little shower details.
Tuck socks in clever spots — behind framed signs, inside gift bags, even under someone’s chair — and let the playful chaos begin. A cute prize for the sock-finding champ is just the cherry on top.
Guess the Weight & the Date
This classic game never goes out of style — and with this sweet setup, it’s also a decor moment.
Guests jot down their predictions on a big board calendar, guessing the baby’s birthday and weight. It’s the kind of game that gets everyone chatting — comparing due dates, swapping baby stories, and placing bets like friendly aunties at a baby derby.
The best part? Seeing who actually nails it when baby finally arrives. Winner gets bragging rights (and maybe a candle or cozy throw).
8. Team Blue or Team Pink?
This vote-your-guess station is playful, colorful, and the perfect kickoff to a baby shower full of fun. Guests grab a bow tie or bow clip and cast their vote — boy or girl?
What makes it extra charming is the candy bar beneath: blue rock candy, pink lemonade, cupcakes, and jars of sweet treats that double as decor. It’s not just a game, it’s a full-on moment — one that sparks chatter, friendly rivalries, and adorable photo ops.
And that cake? A checkerboard of suspense. You just know something sweet is waiting inside.
9. Unmentionable Word Game
I found this baby shower game idea and it instantly made me want to gather everyone for a round of laughs. It’s smart, visual, and perfect for group fun.
The Unmentionable Word Game by games.knight is packed with 75 quirky cards that turn simple baby topics into a fast-paced guessing game.
If you want to keep guests engaged and genuinely entertained, this one’s worth printing out in a heartbeat.
10. Arrival Date Guess
I just came across this calendar-style game and thought it was such a sweet way to involve guests. It adds a bit of anticipation and fun to the celebration.
The Arrival Date Guessing Game by evara_invites is beautifully designed and makes a charming display at any baby shower. Guests mark their predictions and wait to see who gets it right!
If you’re looking to create a memory board that also doubles as a keepsake, this is definitely one to consider.
11. Nursery Rhyme Quiz
I love how this game brings a nostalgic twist to a baby shower—it’s fun watching guests light up when they remember rhymes from childhood. It’s a perfect way to break the ice.
From mapleplanners, this Nursery Rhyme Quiz Game blends simplicity with charm. It’s playful, short, and just challenging enough to get everyone engaged.
If you’re planning a low-effort but high-fun moment, this quiz might be your best pick.
12. Scramble the Baby Words
This one’s such a fun challenge! I always love handing it out early so guests can casually unscramble while chatting—it keeps the energy light and playful.
If you’re looking to keep everyone occupied between cake and gifts, Scramble the Baby Words is a go-to.
It’s colorful, interactive, and gets everyone laughing at their own guesses.
Created by partypies.in, and it’s seriously one of the cutest game designs I’ve seen.
13. Parenthood Pour Picks
This one definitely made me smile when I first saw it—imagine a baby shower with its own themed bar! It’s a great conversation starter and gives guests something to sip and giggle over.
The drink names are everything—Parenthood Pour Picks like “3 AM Kicks” and “The Baby Maker” totally nail the parenting humor.
Even “Dry Spell” had me laughing way too hard.
It’s a fresh twist from evara_invites that adds personality to your setup without much effort.
14. Baby Bingo
There’s something about interactive baby shower games that just pulls everyone in—I always look for ones like this that are easy to join and don’t need too much setup.
Baby Bingo adds a fun, visual twist to gift-opening time. Everyone gets to play along without taking the spotlight from the parents.
I spotted this idea from teachingwithapoint and loved the minimalist style and eucalyptus accents—simple, clean, and still festive.
15. Baby Advice & Predictions
Games that mix fun with sentiment always feel extra special to me—and this one does just that in the sweetest way.
Baby Advice & Predictions invites everyone to guess details and offer their heartfelt tips to the parents-to-be, all written on little onesie-shaped cards.
I found this adorable version from skylo.events, and I love how the design keeps it playful but personal at the same time.
16. Mommy Or Daddy
Some baby shower games are pure entertainment—and this one sparked so many laughs when I saw it.
Mommy or Daddy? is a guessing game where guests try to predict who said what. It’s quick to play and always leads to fun debates and surprise reveals.
This adorable version is by cymingames, and the little illustrations made it even more fun to pass around.
17. Baby Word Search
If you love baby shower games that are both calm and competitive, this one is worth printing a stack of. It’s the kind guests can enjoy in between laughs and cupcakes.
Baby Word Search keeps things light but engaging—players hunt for baby-themed words like “giggles,” “blanket,” and “pacifier.” It’s surprisingly fun to see how quickly everyone gets into it!
The version by partypies.in has such cute pastel graphics that even the game card feels like part of the decor.
18. Price is Right
This one caught my attention instantly—it’s playful, simple, and sparks just enough curiosity to get everyone involved.
With Price is Right printed boldly across the top, guests are invited to guess the cost of baby must-haves like shampoo and socks. The closest total? They win!
Such a sweet and engaging addition from prettypartyandcrafty—definitely a go-to for adding a bit of energy to your celebration.
19. Name Game
I saw this one and instantly thought—what a fun way to get everyone contributing!
A lovely idea from shenanigans.withsal that brings everyone into the naming journey without any pressure.
It’s a classic Name Game, where guests help the parents brainstorm baby names for each letter of the alphabet. Simple, interactive, and surprisingly competitive.
20. Animal Match-Up
I just came across this and had to share—such a simple yet fun idea!
It’s a baby animal match-up where guests try to name the baby version of each animal listed. From foals to piglets, it’s a cute little challenge for everyone.
Shared by thegoldennayan, this is one of those games that sparks laughs and light competition without any prep.
21. Baby Animal Names
I spotted this at a recent shower and thought it was such a fun twist for guests to enjoy.
You get a list of animals, and the challenge is to match each with its baby name—think duckling, joey, foal, and more. It’s called Baby Animal Names Match, and it’s both adorable and surprisingly competitive.
Loved seeing it shared by cymingames—such a playful way to mix learning and laughs.
