25 Virtual Bridal Shower Games That Won’t Make Your Guests Cringe

Hi, Friend! Jen Glantz here. I’m a bestselling author, the first ever bridesmaid for hire and have been hired by hundreds of brides all over the world. Let’s talk about virtual bridal shower games.

Let’s be real for a second: virtual events are terrifying to plan. If you go in without a plan, they flop hard. You can’t just send a Zoom link and hope conversation naturally flows when everyone is staring at a grid of faces like the opening credits of The Brady Bunch. Most experts suggest you pick 3–5 games for a 90-minute event to keep the energy up without burning people out. Think of structure as your life raft.

I still have flashbacks to the first virtual bridal shower I went to back in 2020. Twenty of us sat in dead silence, awkwardly sipping coffee in our living rooms because the host thought “mingling” would just happen. It didn’t. We spent an hour accidentally talking over each other and apologizing for freezing screens. To save you from that nightmare, you need a curated list of virtual bridal shower games that actually work.

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The Quick Cheat Sheet (TL;DR)

If you are skimming this while panic-planning at 11 PM, this section is for you. I’ve boiled down the “rules of the road” for hosting online. These are the non-negotiables if you want to avoid those painful awkward pauses common in virtual bridal showers.

• Tech Literacy Matters: Don’t pick games that require Grandma to download three different apps. Keep it simple.

• Read the Room Size: What works for a cozy group of 8 will be a disaster for a crowd of 25. Your bridal games choice has to match the headcount.

• Prep Levels Vary: Know the difference between “show up and play” games and ones where you need to mail kits out. Match this to your own stress levels.

• Balance the Energy: Mix passive stuff (watching a video) with active stuff (running around the house) so people don’t get “Zoom fatigue.”

• Avoid Forced Performance: Try not to put the introverts on the spot. Pick things that let conversation happen naturally.

If you are struggling to find activities that work for a tighter guest list, check out my guide on bridal shower games for small groups so no one feels left out. Different group sizes need different vibes.

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Feature	Small Group (Under 10)	Large Group (10-20+)
Best Platform	FaceTime / Google Meet	Zoom (Paid Account so you don’t get kicked off)
Interaction Style	Open conversation, everyone unmutes	Chat box, hand raising, breakout rooms
Best Game Types	Personal storytelling, complex trivia	Scavenger hunts, polls, spotlight games
Host Role	Casual participant	Active moderator & MC

Logistics Before the Fun

Before we get to the list, we need to talk strategy. You can’t rely on mimosas and a Spotify playlist to fill dead air in a virtual bridal shower. The host has to be the captain of the ship, not just a passenger. Knowing your group’s tech skills (and cringe tolerance) is just as important as the games.

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If you pick a game that needs high-speed internet and complex logins for a group that struggles to find the mute button, you are asking for trouble. If you aren’t sure if you should be the one managing the tech or if that falls on the Maid of Honor, read up on who plans the bridal shower to clarify roles before you send those invites.

Category A: Icebreakers & Conversation Starters

These games are the warm-up act. I picked these specifically to connect guests who might be total strangers. The goal is to lower the awkwardness and get people comfortable unmuting themselves. For more low-pressure options, explore this list of easy bridal shower games that don’t require a user manual.

1. Two Truths and a Lie (Wedding Edition)

I love this twist on the classic. Guests drop three “facts” about their relationship with the bride or their own love lives; two are true, one is a total lie. The group votes on the lie in the chat. It works best for smaller groups where everyone can have a turn without dragging it out forever.

The Bride’s Turn:

1. “I once broke a heel walking down the aisle as a bridesmaid.”

2. “My fiancé and I met at a dog park even though neither of us owns a dog.”

3. “I tried on over 50 wedding dresses before picking the one.”

(Guests vote in the chat on which one is the fabrication!)

2. The Story of Us (Breakout Rooms)

For big parties, use the “randomize” feature to toss guests into small breakout rooms for 5 minutes. The prompt is simple: “How do you know the bride?” When they come back, one person from each group shares the funniest story they heard. It makes a massive Zoom call feel a lot more intimate.

3. Show and Tell: Something Old, New, Borrowed, Blue

Ask guests on the invitation to have one item near them that fits one of these categories. They hold it up to the camera and explain why they chose it. It gives people a prop to hold (which helps with camera shyness) and sparks some really sweet stories.

4. The “Phone Scroll” Challenge

This is fast-paced. The host calls out a prompt, like “Find the oldest photo of the bride on your phone.” The first person to hold their phone up to the camera wins. It rewards the bride’s oldest friends and gets people physically moving to grab their devices.

5. Virtual “Find Someone Who…”

Put a Bingo card on the screen with traits like “Has been married 10+ years” or “Is currently wearing pajama pants.” Guests shout out or type names of other guests who fit the box. It forces different friend groups to acknowledge each other and breaks the ice.

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Category B: Trivia & Knowledge

These games are for the competitive people in the group. They test how well everyone knows the couple, which naturally shifts the focus back to the guest of honor. If you want to dive deeper into this, check out the psychology behind how well do you know the bride games to see why they work so well.

6. The Almost Newlywed Game

This is the gold standard. Record the spouse-to-be answering questions beforehand. Ask the bride the same questions live. Pause the video to reveal if she matches the pre-recorded answer. It’s always entertaining to see the bride’s reaction to her partner’s answers.

7. Kahoot! Love Story Trivia

Create a quiz about the couple’s relationship (e.g., “Where was their first date?”). Guests join via their phones and answer in real-time. The app tracks the leaderboard and plays that stressful game-show music, which weirdly keeps people glued to the screen.

8. Guess the Dress

Share a screen with images of 5 different wedding dresses. Guests vote on which one they think the bride actually chose (or which is her favorite style). It’s a fun visual bridal party game for the fashion lovers and takes zero effort.

9. Famous Movie Couples Match-Up

Show a slide with quotes or obscure facts about famous movie couples. Guests type the movie title in the chat. First correct answer gets a point. This is excellent filler for lull moments or while the bride is opening a digital gift.

10. “Who Said It?” (Partner vs. Bride)

Read a quote (e.g., “I said ‘I love you’ first”). Guests hold up a printable paddle (or just use hand signals) to vote if it was the Bride or the Partner. It’s simple, effective, and requires zero tech skills from the guests.

Question Category	Sample Question
First Impressions	“Who was more nervous on the first date?”
Daily Habits	“Who is the better cook?”
Wedding Prep	“Who is the bigger Groomzilla/Bridezilla?”
Romance	“Who initiated the first kiss?”
Future	“Who is more likely to forget an anniversary?”

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Category C: High Energy & Scavenger Hunts

You need to beat the “Zoom slump.” These bridal games get people out of their chairs, which is vital for keeping everyone awake if the call runs longer than an hour.

11. The Household Scavenger Hunt

The host calls out an item (e.g., “Something blue,” “A whisk”). Guests have to run, find it, and bring it back to the camera. Seeing people scramble off-screen and come back breathless always gets a laugh.

Item Tier	Points	Examples of Items to Call Out
Easy (Speed Round)	1 pt	A spoon, a remote control, a pillow.
Medium (Thoughtful)	3 pts	Something blue, a wedding invitation, a souvenir.
Hard (Chaos Mode)	5 pts	A toilet paper roll, a spice jar, a physical photo of the bride.

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12. “Whose Purse is It?”

This is a seated scavenger hunt. Assign points for items found in guests’ purses or pockets right now (e.g., 5 points for a receipt over 6 months old). It’s inclusive for older relatives who might not want to sprint around their homes looking for a spatula.

13. Emoji Pictionary

Display strings of emojis that represent wedding words or romantic movies. Guests race to type the answer in the chat. It feels very modern and appeals to the heavy texters in the group.

14. Lip Sync Battle

Pre-select a few bold guests (warn them!) to perform a 30-second lip-sync to a love song. Use the “Spotlight” feature on Zoom to highlight the performer. It’s high risk, high reward, but memorable for outgoing groups.

15. Stop the Song

Play a popular wedding song. Stop it abruptly. The first person to sing the next line of lyrics wins. It’s great for music lovers and keeps the energy up.

Category D: Creative & Hands-On

These activities work best for smaller groups or when you can mail supplies in advance. Doing something with your hands helps ground guests and makes the virtual bridal shower feel less like a work conference call. If you love the idea of making things together, browse through these creative bridal shower games for more inspiration.

16. Toilet Paper Dress (Miniature Edition)

Guests use a roll of toilet paper to fashion a wedding dress on a doll, a pet, or a wine bottle visible on their camera. It’s a virtual twist on the most famous real-world bridal games.

The Wine Bottle Bride:

Tell guests to grab a bottle of wine (or olive oil) from their pantry. Using tape and toilet paper, they have to give the bottle a veil, a bodice, and a train. The bride then judges the creations based on “Most Couture” versus “Most Likely to Unravel.”

17. Play-Doh Sculpting Challenge

Mail small tubs of Play-Doh to guests beforehand. Give them 2 minutes to sculpt “The Ring” or “The Cake.” It’s nostalgic and results in funny, imperfect creations that get people talking.

18. Cocktail/Mocktail Mix-Along

Send a recipe card with the invite. Everyone makes the “Signature Shower Drink” together on camera, led by the host or a hired mixologist. It acts as both an activity and a collective toast.

19. Collaborative Spotify Playlist

Send a link to a collaborative playlist. Ask everyone to add one song that reminds them of the bride. Play the songs and have the bride guess who added which track. It leaves the bride with a really sweet digital keepsake.

20. Virtual Flower Arranging

Guests buy a cheap bouquet from a grocery store. A florist (or talented friend) guides everyone on how to arrange them into a centerpiece via video. It creates a relaxing vibe and gives guests something pretty to look at.

Category E: Sentimental & Sweet

After the laughter and chaos, circle back to the bride. These activities focus on closing the virtual bridal shower with some emotion and celebrating the couple.

21. The Digital Date Night Jar

Use a tool like Google Forms or a virtual guestbook. Guests submit a creative date night idea. The host reads the best ones aloud. It creates a useful list for the couple to use long after the wedding.

22. “Where Were We?”

Show photos of the couple from different years or trips. Guests guess the location or the year. It focuses the attention squarely on the couple’s history together.

23. Advice for the Bride

Go around the virtual “room.” Each guest gives one piece of marriage advice in 10 words or less (keep it short so it keeps moving!). Keep tissues ready; this often triggers happy tears.

24. Memory Lane Slideshow

Ask guests to email a photo of them with the bride beforehand. Compile a slideshow. When a photo pops up, that guest unmutes to explain the context. It makes every guest feel special and included.

25. Open When Letters

Assign guests a topic (e.g., “Open when you have your first fight”). They write a digital letter or email and schedule it (or send it to the maid of honor to compile). It’s a lasting gift that supports the bride well into her marriage.

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Letter Prompt Ideas:

• “Open when you need a good laugh.”

• “Open when you are celebrating your first anniversary.”

• “Open when you are stressed about buying a house.”

• “Open when you just really need a girl’s night.”

How I Can Help You Pull This Off

Planning a virtual bridal shower involves managing time zones, technical glitches, and the dreaded awkward silences. It’s a lot of pressure for a Maid of Honor who just wants to enjoy the moment. This is where Bridesmaid for Hire steps in. Jen Glantz and her team offer tools and coaching to help you plan events that don’t suck.

You can literally hire a professional to be the “host” of the virtual bridal shower, ensuring the games run smoothly and the bride feels celebrated. If you need prizes for the game winners, check out The Newlywed Card Game created by Jen Glantz—a perfect gift to strengthen relationships and keep the fun going. Don’t let the stress of hosting ruin the celebration. Let the professionals handle the logistics so you can focus on the champagne.

Final Thoughts

Virtual doesn’t have to mean impersonal. The success of your virtual bridal shower comes down to connection, not perfection. Pick the bridal games that feel right for your specific group and embrace the weird, unique opportunities a digital format provides. You might find that these virtual bridal shower games bring you closer than you expected. You’ve got this!