Honestly, baby shower games didn’t always have the best rep some were kind of awkward, full of games no one really wanted to play. Think forced small talk and games that made everyone quietly question their attendance. But in 2025? It’s a whole different vibe. Baby showers have evolved into something far more meaningful part hangout, part celebration, part Pinterest dream board come to life.
Today’s baby shower games? They’re thoughtful, creative, and actually fun. Whether you’re hosting a cozy backyard brunch, something ultra-luxe, or a no-fuss virtual party, the best games are the ones that make everyone yes, even that shy aunt in the corner feel involved and connected.
Here’s a bunch of 2025 baby shower games some are funny, a few are surprisingly sweet, and most just feel like the kind of thing people will still be talking about after the last cupcake’s been eaten.
1. Baby Predictions 2.0 (Now with Emojis!)
The old “Guess the Due Date” calendar gets a glow-up. This version’s all digital set up a shared online form where guests submit predictions for baby’s birthday, weight, and maybe even what initials they’ll have. Bonus points if the app lets people add emojis or vote on name combos.
Why people love it: Easy to join whether you’re in-person or virtual, and it turns into a sweet little time capsule once the baby arrives.
2. Baby Shower Bingo, But Better
Yeah, bingo’s been a go-to forever, but it doesn’t have to feel like a throwback. You can make it way more fun by tossing in items the parents actually put on their registry, some weird or hilarious trivia about them, or little inside jokes only their close friends will catch.
Why it works: Everyone can play, you can tweak it however you want, and honestly… people get weirdly into it.
3. Baby Guess Who (Guest Edition)
This one’s equal parts adorable and hilarious. Ask guests to send in a baby pic of themselves ahead of time, then reveal them slideshow-style. Everyone gets to guess who’s who and some of the answers will absolutely shock you.
Why people love it: It’s nostalgic and gets people talking, especially if they’ve never met.
4. Design-a-Onesie Station
A classic with a twist. Set out onesies and let guests decorate them with iron-ons, stencils, patches whatever fits the theme. Whether they go sentimental or silly (“Future CEO” is always a hit), the parents end up with baby clothes that double as memories.
Why people love it: You actually get to make something, it’s fun without being fussy, and the parents end up with keepsakes that aren’t just going to collect dust.
5. Baby Bottle Chug Challenge
Grab some baby bottles, fill ’em with soda, juice, mocktails whatever works and let the madness begin. Watching adults try to down a drink through a baby nipple? It’s as ridiculous as it sounds, and that’s what makes it great.
Why people love it: It’s fast, chaotic, and oddly competitive. Plus, it always gets the room laughing especially if you’re outside and people can go all in.
6. AI Baby Name Generator Game
This one feels peak 2025. Ask your guests to run wild with a baby name generator there are loads of free ones online. The names they come up with can be sweet, hilarious, or just straight-up bizarre… which is kind of the point.
Why people love it: It’s techy, goofy, and might actually land on a name the parents hadn’t even considered.
7. Who Knows Mom (or Dad) Best?
Use an app like Kahoot or Slido to run a rapid-fire quiz about the parents. Questions like “What’s Mom’s weirdest craving?” or “How long did Dad think pregnancy lasts?” go a long way toward laughs.
Why people love it: Super interactive, and it adds that live game-show energy to the party.
8. The Price is Right: Baby Edition
Line up a bunch of trendy baby products like biodegradable wipes or that fancy white-noise machine everyone swears by and have guests guess the prices. Closest without going over wins!
Why people love it: It’s funny and eye-opening (wait, THAT costs how much?!).
9. Advice for the Future
Invite guests to write a quick message or piece of advice for the baby to open when they turn 18. You can collect them in a cute box, or record little video clips on someone’s phone.
Why people love it: It’s meaningful without being too mushy and becomes a keepsake that lasts well beyond the party.
10. Nursery Rhyme Emoji Game
Show familiar baby songs written entirely in emojis (like 🐑🌙💤 for “Mary Had a Little Lamb”) and let guests decode them. This one’s easy to set up and oddly satisfying.
Why people love it: Simple, silly, and doesn’t require much prep.
11. What’s in the Diaper? Rebooted
Forget melted chocolate (ew). Instead, place mystery baby items like pacifiers, socks, or tiny mittens inside clean diapers. Guests feel the outside and try to guess what’s inside.
Why people love it: Keeps the humor but skips the gross-out factor. Win-win.
12. Feed the Baby (But Make It Competitive)
Blindfold one guest in each pair and hand them a jar of baby food. The catch? They have to feed their partner as fast as possible, with a baby spoon. Hilarity (and possibly some mess) ensues.
Why people love it: It’s goofy, fast-paced, and perfect for co-ed parties.
13. Baby Bucket List
Ask guests to jot down one thing the new parents have to do in their baby’s first year whether it’s a beach day, matching pajamas, or something totally spontaneous. Collect them in a jar for the parents to read later.
Why people love it: It takes zero prep, still feels meaningful, and gives the parents some real ideas for making fun memories in that first whirlwind year.
14. Baby Hot Takes
Start the party with some light, weird debates like:
“Babies with Instagram accounts: adorable or totally cringe?”
“Does pineapple on pizza get a free pass during pregnancy?”
Let people vote, argue (nicely), or just laugh at each other’s opinions. It’s a great way to get folks talking without the usual awkward intros.
Why people love it: It’s random, modern, and way more fun than the ‘go around and say your name’ thing.
15. Guess the Baby Photo Filter
Have guests run a selfie through a baby-face filter and upload it anonymously. Then show the results and try to guess who’s who. It’s as bizarre and delightful as it sounds.
Why people love it: Totally fits the social media age and everyone gets a laugh out of it.
Final Thoughts
At its heart, a baby shower isn’t about the perfect table setup or the trendiest diaper cake. It’s really just about being together welcoming this new little person, cracking up over the weird stuff, and having those random, unplanned moments that somehow stick with you.
Whether you’re all in with decorations and color-coded cupcakes or keeping it super low-key, the best baby shower games hit that sweet spot between fun and feeling connected. Toss in something silly, something thoughtful, and maybe a good playlist and honestly, that’s more than enough.
No real rules here. Just make it feel like your people, your vibe and the rest usually takes care of itself.
