Let’s be honest—baby shower games can sometimes feel a little…awkward. Not everyone wants to smell melted chocolate in a diaper or guess which baby food is in the jar. If you’re planning a shower and looking for fun, modern baby shower activities that guests will actually enjoy (and remember!), you’ve come to the right place.
Whether you're hosting a co-ed backyard BBQ or a cozy indoor event for the mama-to-be, this list has something for every vibe. From sentimental keepsakes to hilarious group games, we’re diving into the best baby shower activities to keep everyone smiling—and that will have no one secretly checking the clock.
- Onesie Decorating Station
This one is always a hit! Set up a little DIY craft station with plain white onesies (or bibs), fabric markers, iron-on patches, and stencils. Guests can get creative, and the parents-to-be end up with a collection of adorable, personalized baby clothes.
Have a few different sizes available so the baby can grow into them over time. Lay out a sample onesie for inspiration and keep baby wipes nearby in case of marker mishaps!
2. Advice for the Parents Cards
Create a sweet keepsake by asking guests to write down their best advice for the new parents. You can leave out prompts like: "The best parenting advice I ever got was...", "Don’t forget to...", "Your baby will love it when you...".
Put them in a decorated box or photo album for the parents to read later—especially during those early sleepless nights.
3. Guess the Baby Photo Game
Ask guests to bring a baby photo of themselves and pin them to a board or string them across a wall. Then everyone has to guess who’s who! It’s hilarious, often surprising, and a great icebreaker if not everyone knows each other.
4. Baby Shower Bingo
This is perfect during gift opening to keep guests engaged. Make custom bingo cards that include common baby shower gifts like "diapers," "blanket," "stuffed animal," or "onesie." As the parents open gifts, guests mark off their cards. First to yell “Bingo!” gets a prize!
You can create these easily online or print some cute templates from Etsy or Pinterest.
5. Late-Night Diaper Messages
Here’s a fun (and useful) one! Set out a stack of newborn or size 1 diapers, and some permanent markers. Ask guests to write funny or encouraging messages on the back, like:
- "You’ve got this, even at 3am!"
- "Coffee is coming!"
- "Warning: Contents under pressure!"
When the new parents are changing diapers at midnight, they’ll get a much-needed laugh.
6. Would You Rather: Baby Edition
Play a quick round of “Would You Rather?” with hilarious baby-themed questions. Read them aloud and let the group vote or raise hands.
For example:
- Would you rather have a baby who never sleeps or one who never stops crying?
- Would you rather change 10 diapers in a row or do one 2am feeding?
- Would you rather have baby spit-up on your face or in your hair?
It’s lighthearted and super fun for mixed-age crowds!
7. Name That Baby Tune
Make a playlist of songs with the word “baby” in them (think: “Baby One More Time,” “Ice Ice Baby,” or “Be My Baby”) and play a few seconds of each. Guests have to guess the song title and artist. You can keep score or just enjoy the music. Bonus points if you make it into a karaoke round!
8. Guess the Birth Stats
This one’s a classic for a reason. It’s always fun and guests love a little competition! Have guests write down their predictions for:
- Baby’s birthday
- Weight
- Length
- Time of birth
- Hair color
Hang on to the cards and revisit them after baby arrives—someone is always surprisingly accurate! You could even create a “baby pool” with prizes for the closest guess.
9. The Baby Bucket List
Leave out a pretty jar and slips of paper and ask guests to contribute one thing the parents have to do in their baby’s first year. These can be simple or adventurous:
- “Take baby to the beach!”
- "Have a professional photo shoot.”
- “Go on a baby-free date night!”
The parents can pull one out when they need ideas or want to celebrate a milestone.
10. Mom or Dad? Guessing Game
Before the party, ask the parents-to-be a list of fun questions separately:
- Who will change more diapers?
- Who picked the baby name?
- Who was the bigger baby at birth?
- Who will be the stricter parent?
Then during the shower, read the questions aloud and let guests guess who said what. It’s a funny way to learn more about the couple—and often sparks hilarious debates.
11. “Don't Say Baby” Game
This one is simple but surprisingly competitive. Give each guest a clothespin or sticker when they arrive and tell them they’re not allowed to say “baby.” If someone hears them say it, they can take their pin. The person with the most pins at the end of the shower wins!
Pro tip: Use this one for bigger showers where people may not all know each other—it’s a great conversation starter.
12. Guess What’s in the Diaper Bag
Before the shower, fill a diaper bag with random baby essentials (and a few silly things just for fun). Pass the bag around and let guests feel—but not look—inside. Everyone writes down what they think is in there. The person with the most correct guesses wins a prize.
Ideas to include: pacifier, baby sock, teether, wipe, spoon, banana, rattle, toy car, bottle, and maybe even something silly like a mini shampoo bottle or sunglasses.
13. Baby Name Race
Set a timer for 2 minutes and give everyone a sheet of paper with the letters A–Z down the side. Guests have to write a baby name for each letter (A for Ava, B for Ben, etc.)—whoever finishes first (or gets the most in time) wins! It’s a great way to discover new name ideas too!
14. The Baby Prediction Calendar
Set out a calendar for the baby’s due date month and have guests write their name on the date they think baby will arrive. You can leave it out as a keepsake or offer a prize to the person who comes the closest.
Bonus: Include a weather forecast for fun or little stickers for girl/boy guesses.
15. Create a Baby Time Capsule
For a more memorable idea, ask guests to write a message to the baby to open on their 18th birthday. It could be advice, a memory, a fun story about their parents, or a little wish for their future. You can also include photos, news headlines from the day, or a small keepsake from the shower. Seal it in a box for the parents to keep safe—such a sweet and sentimental touch!
No matter what kind of baby shower you're planning, the goal is to create a joyful, supportive space for the parents-to-be— while having a little fun along the way! And remember, it doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. Focus on the love, the laughter, and making memories as you welcome a brand-new little human into the world!
