reception games

christinebcote

We already have our kissing game established but I was wondering if any other people are having other games that will go throughout the course of your reception? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated

Brie2010

Kissing games?Games are for kiddie birthday parties.  Most adults would prefer to eat, drink, socialize and dance. 

trix1223

I can't imagine wanting "games" at a wedding reception.  Presumably, the majority of your guests are adults who are capable of eating, talking, visiting, catching up with old friends & family, perhaps dancing, chatting as adults do."Games" can be positively excruciating (Think office seminar icebreakers) and will bring your reception to a screeching halt.I have to admit, that, as a guest, if I were suddenly expected to play "games", I'd be gathering up my bag and wrap and heading for the door.If you must have games, play them at your shower.  They're still excruciating, but less so there than during your reception.And what, exactly, are you referring to when you talk about a "kissing game"?

MOBinFL2008

Please don't have people play games!  I'd be right with Trix walking out the door, if I was expected to play a game at a wedding reception.

janasb

no games! I've never seen games played at a reception and I hope I never do I would leave as well

hollieheidi

IMO we're not even doing the garter or bouquet toss.Our reception is 3 hrs and I just don't feel like there's enough time to eat, drink, and socialize as it is.  We're not having a DJ either so I'm not sure who would run the games anyway.Is the kissing game where when someone clinks glasses the bride and groom have to kiss?

[Deleted User]

I don't like bridal shower games. Reception games would prompt me to talk about your lame wedding for years to come.

kmmssg

Is this something that is customary in your circle/family?  I've never heard of games at at a reception and would definitely not be interested in them, but if this is something that is the norm in your area, it might be helpful if you came back and told us more about it.

Catwoman708

I've never seen games at a reception either. Either there was a meal, drinking, and dancing. That is the entertainment. Or watching people do the bunny hop and chicken dance, lol. OR for the infamous "cake and punch" receptions, they usually don't last as long. Just refreshements, they do the "photo ops", everyone visits for a couple of hours, then the send off for the bride and groom, and everyone goes home. The only time I've heard of having games at at reception it was a casual outdoor, all day picnic/barbeque type event with lawn games (horseshoes, croquet, and children's activities).

kimmed

If your thinking games to make sure there is no boredom at your wedding try desceet (sp) games. Ones that i have seen that are very productive is putting disposable cameras on each table with a list of things to catch a shot of (ie: the bride fidgeting with her dress) Things like this make the guests more aware of whats happening and also gives you the chance to get great pics from every direction. Just make sure to put different things at each table. I have found that most guests are pretty on board with this idea as well. You wont be dubbed to a weird wedding lol like the ladies above said. Hope this helps.

swans alive

I'll need to know a bit more about your wedding. As a rule, I think games are more suited to showers or birthday parties, but it depends on what you're going for. When I go to weddings, I like to eat, drink a bit and socialize, not have game time. Even at parties and showers, I think group games feel a bit forced. Adults generally know how to socialize and have a pleasant time without guidance.Are you having dancing? Drinking? Is this an afternoon wedding, evening? Tell me more.

alithebride

i hate all shower games as well. they're so over-done and boring. games at a reception though? Cool if you're 5, not cool if you're any older. since I assume you're older than 5 skip them.

Megan031710

Okay, My fiance' went to a bridal expo with me and well he got to play "Casino" games to try to win a gift certificate. Come to find out a VERY popular trend is to hire a "Casino Party Planner" to come out and set up Casino games! I was not all together thrilled with the idea because lets face it "I'm the bride and all eyes should be on me." but He was VERY set on having them come out, and well I threw the idea out to a few guests of ours and they LOVED the idea. Of course they would come out AFTER all the important stuff and for only 3 hours at the end. The boys will be happy, and well I did want the "Vegas" wedding so this is a little splash of sin city. I think the site is Casinopartyplanner.com if its not then it is a variation of those words. Oh, and the price was NOT that expensive, he quoted me $250 per table (with dealer) for 3 hours! Let me know what you think.

JoeyOz

The only one I think is cute/funny is the shoe game, because guests can watch, they don't have to participate: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABJoH8L9kdc

gailpete

I'm sorry but games at a wedding reception just seems like a bad idea, and in response to a PP Casino Games seem like a really bad idea. When I go to a wedding reception I look forward to a few drinks, mingling with friends and family and possibly getting my non dancing husband to dance. I think you may end up with a bunch of guys happy to have an excuse to drink and play cards and a bunch of women dancing with each other, or sitting waiting for their escorts to finish. Perhaps your FI could arrange the Casino night for his bachelor party.