There are great comedies… and then there’s Bridesmaids. It’s the holy grail of chaotic female friendships, passive-aggressive bridal drama, and laugh-out-loud moments that still hit like the first time. Now, whether you’re the maid of honor trying to keep the vibes high or just a group of friends reliving Kristen Wiig’s iconic downward spiral, this Bridesmaids drinking game will have you sipping every awkward silence and guzzling every time Megan goes full chaos. Ready to get tipsy with Annie and the gang? Let’s roll.
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Bridesmaids Drinking Game Rules That’ll Leave You in Stitches
Basic Bridesmaids Drinking Game Rules
This one’s for the newbies, or if you want to pace yourself before you go full Vegas.
Take a sip every time:
- Someone says “bride” or “bridal”
- Annie gets visibly jealous of Helen
- Anyone references Lillian and Annie’s history
- Megan says something wildly inappropriate
- There’s a painfully awkward silence
Take a big gulp when:
- Annie loses it (bridal shower, airplane, bakery… take your pick)
- Helen one-ups someone
- Lillian gets overwhelmed
- There’s a poop joke (yes, that dress shop scene absolutely counts)
Advanced Drinking Game Ideas
So you’ve played the basic version and want to kick it up? Time to suffer in style.
Finish your drink when:
- Annie gives a heartfelt speech that derails horrifically
- Megan tackles someone (yes, again)
- There’s a full-blown meltdown
- The girls sing “Hold On” by Wilson Phillips
Bonus Reddit rules:
- Waterfall when Annie and Helen engage in passive-aggressive competition (toast-off scene is mandatory)
- Chug when Annie sabotages something
Unhinged Bridesmaids Drinking Game Variations
Ready to crank the chaos up a notch? If the basic drinking rules have you giggling, these over-the-top, party-proof game variations will have your crew snort-laughing, fake crying, and toasting to Megan-level mayhem in no time.
Chaos Mode: “Megan Madness”
Channel your inner Megan—the queen of chaotic confidence.
How to Play:
- Pick one player to be “Megan” each round (rotate every 15 minutes).
- Everyone must toast “To Megan!” and drink whenever “Megan”:
- Makes a bold prediction
- Says something wildly inappropriate
- Imitates the Bridesmaids Megan (i.e. tackle hugs, bizarre wisdom)
Bonus: If “Megan” gives an unhinged pep talk or tries to wrestle someone, everyone finishes their drink out of respect.
Passive-Aggressive Toast-Off
Inspired by Helen and Annie’s spiraling engagement party speeches.
How to Play:
- Two players at a time must give overly sweet, yet subtly savage toasts.
- Rest of the group votes who wins “Most Helen,” and the loser drinks.
- The winner gets to assign a rule for the next scene (e.g., “sip every time someone touches their hair”).
Tips: The more forced the smile, the funnier it gets.
Bathroom Blitz
Let’s not forget the explosive dress shop scene…
How to Play:
- When the infamous “I need the bathroom” scene hits, it’s chaos time.
- Everyone must get up and sprint to touch the bathroom door.
- Last person to touch it? They drink.
- Optional: Have a fake “toilet tiara” the loser must wear for the next round.
Dress Disaster Dare Round
Because no one wants to be the one trying on couture mid-food poisoning.
How to Play:
- When anyone in the movie is wearing a bridesmaid dress, pick one person to do a “dress dare.”
- Dare examples:
- Wrap yourself in toilet paper like a DIY bridesmaid dress
- Pose like you’re on a runway and say “This is couture” with a serious face
- Do a toast in your best Helen impersonation voice
If they refuse? They drink.
Airplane Scene Panic Button
Annie’s midair meltdown deserves its own mini-game.
How to Play:
- When the airplane scene starts, assign 3 roles:
- Annie
- Air Marshal Jon
- “Not Airplane Safe” Helen
Whenever Annie freaks out or says “I’m ready to parrrrtay,” the Annie player must loudly repeat the line and chug. If they mess it up or crack up? Everyone else points and yells “You’re not first class!” and they finish their drink.
Quote Roulette
Because every line in Bridesmaids is a one-liner waiting to be weaponized.
How to Play:
- Write down 10 iconic quotes on slips of paper.
- Randomly assign them to players at the start.
- Every time someone hears their quote in the movie, they must stand up, shout it dramatically, then drink.
If they miss it? Double penalty drink.
Sample quotes:
- “I cracked a blanket in half.”
- “You’re more beautiful than Cinderella…”
- “This is the first time I’ve ever seen you look ugly, and that makes me happy.”
“Help Me, I’m Poor” Budget Challenge
Mocking Annie’s financial collapse but with fake high stakes.
How to Play:
- Give everyone fake money at the start ($20 bills of monopoly cash or coins).
- You “pay” to skip a drink, or “tip” someone to do your dare.
- Once someone is out of cash? They’re “poor” and must announce it dramatically whenever they drink: “Help me, I’m poor.”
The “richest” person by the end gets to crown themselves “Helen” and assign one final group punishment.
Themed Bachelorette Party Ideas with Bridesmaids Game
Bridesmaids Drinking Game Night Setup
The vibes matter. Think pink streamers, mini bottles of champagne, photo props with Bridesmaids quotes, and a projector for the full movie experience. Everyone dresses up like their favorite character (dibs on Megan), and you’ve got Instagram stories for days.
Pair it with themed snacks—like cupcakes in honor of Annie’s doomed bakery dreams—and custom cocktail names like “Lillian’s Lemon Drop Meltdown” or “Helen’s High Horse Martini.”
Other Party Games to Mix In
Want to mix it up between scenes or rounds?
- Bedtime charades: Act out Bridesmaids scenes with wine in hand—bonus points for impersonating Megan in a neck pillow.
- Bridal Truth or Dare: Make it spicy or sweet, but always embarrassing enough for future wedding speeches.
- Guess Who Did What: Use juicy prompts from the ID Game like “Who’s most likely to cause a bridal meltdown?” Everyone secretly votes—majority loser drinks. Great for spilling secrets and stirring mild chaos.
If you’re on a bachelorette weekend, create a points-based tournament across all your activities. Spoiler: everyone wins. Mostly.
No Booze? No Problem – Mocktail Bridesmaids Drinking Game
For the Sober Queens in Your Squad
Not everyone’s in it for the buzz, and that’s totally cool. Mocktail versions make the game inclusive and equally hilarious. Serve fizzy apple juice, sparkling lemonade, or kombucha in fancy glasses. You still do all the cues—just with fewer regrets.
For bonus fun, create a “hydration champion” who tracks who’s been responsible and rewards them with mini prizes or party favors.
Conclusion
Whether you’re reliving Bridesmaids for the hundredth time or throwing a legendary bachelorette night, the drinking game just makes it better. From sassy quotes to meltdown moments, there’s no shortage of reasons to raise a glass. Or three.
Make it your own. Keep it playful. And if someone goes full-Megan and ends up in a fountain or wrapped in a security blanket—just remember, that’s kind of the point.
Now go forth and party like you just tackled a sky marshal.