The Eurovision Song Contest is the perfect blend of dramatic ballads, bizarre costumes, and over-the-top performances. Add a drinking game to the mix, and you have a night of unforgettable fun. Whether you’re a longtime Eurovision fan or a newcomer looking to embrace the madness, this guide will help you host the perfect Eurovision party.
In this guide, you’ll find classic drinking game rules, alternative ways to play, themed drinks and snacks, and tips on making your Eurovision night as entertaining as the contest itself. Get ready to raise your glass every time a key change happens or a wind machine is dramatically overused.
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How to Play the Eurovision Drinking Game
A Eurovision drinking game should be easy to follow, entertaining, and slightly chaotic—just like the contest itself. Below are some classic rules to get you started.
Classic Eurovision Drinking Game Rules
Take a sip when:
- A performer wears an outfit covered in sequins or metallic fabric
- A song includes an unnecessary key change
- The host makes an awkward joke that falls flat
- The camera dramatically zooms in on a contestant’s emotional face
- Pyrotechnics or smoke machines take over the stage
Take a shot when:
- A country gives 12 points to its closest neighbor
- A contestant removes part of their outfit mid-performance
- A song switches between two or more languages
- The UK gets zero points
Finish your drink if:
- The interval act is weirder than the actual performances
- A contestant completely forgets the lyrics or their microphone fails
- A technical failure interrupts the voting process
Bingo Version – Drink When You See This
For a more structured game, Eurovision Bingo is a fun alternative. Each player gets a bingo card filled with classic Eurovision moments. When you spot something on your card, you take a sip. If you get a full row, you nominate someone else to finish their drink. Common bingo squares include:
- A contestant makes an exaggerated hand gesture while singing
- A song features unnecessary operatic vocals
- The audience waves rainbow flags
- A host struggles to pronounce a contestant’s name
- The camera cuts to a celebrity in the audience
Eurovision Game For Non-Drinkers & Hardcore Fans
If you have guests who don’t drink or want an even crazier challenge, here are a few variations to keep everyone entertained.
Alcohol-Free Version
Replace drinks with alternative challenges:
- Instead of taking a sip, eat a Eurovision-themed snack
- Instead of taking a shot, do five jumping jacks
- Instead of finishing a drink, belt out a Eurovision chorus
Hardcore Rules for Eurovision Veterans
If the standard game is too easy, try these extra rules:
- If a contestant cries, everyone takes a shot
- If the audience boos a voting result, finish half your drink
- If a contestant brings out a prop animal (real or fake), everyone finishes their drink
Fun & Wild Eurovision Drinking Game Variations
If you’re looking to add an extra layer of chaos to your Eurovision night, these creative variations will take your drinking game to legendary status. Whether you want more audience participation, physical challenges, or completely unhinged game mechanics, these versions will have your party buzzing before the first interval act.
1. The “Eurovision Method Acting” Challenge
This version forces players to become the Eurovision contestants as the show progresses. Each participant must pick a country at random before the show starts. Throughout the night, they must embrace that country’s performance style and attitude, adjusting their behavior (and drinks) accordingly.
- Sweden: You must act like a pop star and dramatically flip your hair after every sip.
- Italy: Over-the-top hand gestures required when speaking. Bonus drinks for every passionate rant about love.
- France: Drink with exaggerated elegance. Refuse to acknowledge songs in English. If a French song appears, toast dramatically and say, “C’est magnifique.”
- Germany: Each time a song has dark or industrial vibes, chug while maintaining a serious, intense expression.
- Spain: Dance your way to the fridge every time you need a refill.
- United Kingdom: If the UK gets zero points, immediately down your drink, then apologize profusely to everyone in the room.
This game is best played with guests who are willing to commit to absolute nonsense.
2. The “Eurovision Choreography” Gauntlet
Eurovision is known for wild dance routines, and now it’s your turn. Whenever a song features excessive choreography, players must try to mimic the moves while drinking.
- If a contestant starts voguing or dramatically reaching for the sky, you must too (while holding your drink).
- If an act includes a dance break, all players must attempt it, no matter how ridiculous.
- If a performer does an awkward shuffle because they clearly can’t dance, drink and copy them in solidarity.
- If a backup dancer does an unnecessary acrobatic move, take a shot and attempt a spin in place (safely).
- If a singer does the classic hand-on-heart, slow-raise-to-the-ceiling move, chug dramatically while staring into the distance.
Bonus rule: If a song features spinning dancers, everyone in the room must spin until the spinning stops on screen (sip between spins, try not to fall over).
3. The “Eurovision Prop Bet” Madness
Every guest must predict a ridiculous moment that might happen during the show. If their prediction comes true, everyone else must drink while they celebrate like they’ve just won Eurovision.
Possible bets include:
- A contestant dramatically collapses to their knees mid-song.
- A giant on-stage prop completely overshadows the singer.
- The hosts make an uncomfortable joke that gets no laughs.
- An audience member steals the show by doing something ridiculous.
- A song’s staging is so weird that nobody understands what’s happening.
- A country gets an unexpected 12 points, causing a massive uproar.
For an extreme version, double down with personal stakes. If your prediction doesn’t come true by the end of the show, you must finish your drink.
4. The “Wind Machine Endurance Test”
Every Eurovision fan knows that no ballad is complete without dramatic wind effects. Now it’s time to feel the breeze yourself.
- Whenever a wind machine is used on stage, all players must turn on a fan and drink in front of it for the entire performance. Bonus points if you dramatically wave a scarf or pretend you’re in a music video.
- If two or more consecutive performances feature wind machines, you must dramatically reenact a “slow-motion struggle” while drinking.
- If the wind machine is so extreme that the singer’s hair gets comically blown around, take a shot.
- If there’s an obvious wind machine but the performer has short hair (making it pointless), chug your drink out of frustration.
For added realism, assign one unlucky player the role of “Official Eurovision Wind Operator,” responsible for fanning others with a piece of cardboard whenever dramatic moments occur.
5. The “Eurovision Drama Queen” Drinking Game
Eurovision is known for over-the-top emotional performances, and now it’s your turn to embrace the theatrics. This version rewards the player who can be the most overdramatic throughout the night.
- Every time a contestant sings about heartbreak, betrayal, or lost love, the last player to dramatically fake-cry must take a drink.
- Whenever a song reaches an intense climax, every player must dramatically lip-sync along. The worst performer must take a shot.
- If a contestant gets too emotional and cries on stage, all players must immediately deliver a tearful acceptance speech before drinking.
- If the UK gets zero points, every player must fake-sob, dramatically fall to the ground, and then down their drink.
- At the end of the night, crown the player who committed the most to their dramatic performance. The winner gets to pick one unfortunate soul to finish their drink.
6. The “Eurovision National Anthem” Challenge
Every player picks a country before the contest begins. Whenever that country appears on screen, you must show your national pride in the most ridiculous way possible.
- If your country performs, you must stand up, hand over heart, and sing (or hum) along while drinking.
- If your country gets 12 points, you must celebrate like you just won the lottery and drink twice.
- If your country gets zero points, you must dramatically “boo” while sadly sipping your drink.
- If your country has an absolutely terrible performance, you must take a long, shameful drink and apologize to the room.
For an extreme version, create national anthems before the show starts. If a player’s country receives votes, they must sing their made-up anthem before drinking.
Eurovision Party Essentials – Drinks, Snacks & Decorations
A Eurovision party isn’t complete without themed drinks, snacks, and decorations.
Eurovision-Themed Cocktails
Enhance the night with drinks inspired by Eurovision traditions. Try these simple recipes:
Douze Points Daiquiri
- 50ml white rum
- 25ml lime juice
- 15ml simple syrup
- Ice and a lime wedge for garnish
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass
Wind Machine Margarita
- 50ml tequila
- 25ml lime juice
- 20ml triple sec
- Salt for the rim
- Shake with ice and serve in a salt-rimmed glass
Best Eurovision Party Snacks
Since Eurovision party is an international drinking game, why not serve snacks from competing countries? A few easy ideas include:
- Swedish meatballs
- French cheese and baguette slices
- Italian bruschetta
- Greek tzatziki with pita bread
- British mini fish and chips
Setting the Stage – Decorate Like a Eurovision Pro
Transform your party space into a Eurovision-worthy setting with:
- Glitter and fairy lights for a glamorous effect
- Flags from different participating countries
- A DIY voting scoreboard where guests can rank performances
- A makeshift stage or red carpet for pre-show photos
A Eurovision drinking game takes an already entertaining event to the next level. Whether you’re sipping every time a key change happens or downing your drink when a voting controversy erupts, this game ensures a night of laughter, surprises, and questionable outfit choices.
Remember to drink responsibly, stay hydrated, and enjoy the chaos of Eurovision in the best way possible.