Bridal Shower Jeopardy: Fun Questions, Categories & Game Ideas
Bridal showers are all about laughter, love, and celebrating the bride-to-be with her closest circle.
One of the best ways to spark that energy? A game that gets everyone involved.
That’s where Bridal Jeopardy comes in. A wedding shower twist on the classic game show that’s equal parts fun, competitive, and heartwarming.
Whether you call it Bridal Jeopardy, Wedding Shower Jeopardy, or even Bachelorette Jeopardy, the idea is the same: teams compete to answer questions about the bride, the couple, love, and wedding traditions.
The result? Lots of giggles, sweet memories, and maybe even a few “I never knew that!” moments.
What Is Bridal Shower Jeopardy?
Bridal Jeopardy is a wedding-themed spin on the TV classic Jeopardy!
Instead of categories like “History” or “Science,” you’ll have lighthearted themes such as The Couple’s Love Story, Wedding Traditions, Famous Couples, and even Funny Bachelorette Questions.
Guests compete in teams, “buzz in” (or shout out) answers, and rack up points for bragging rights – and maybe a small prize.
It’s one of the most popular bridal shower games in the US because it’s interactive, works for groups of all sizes, and gives both friends and family a chance to show how well they know the bride and groom.
At Plannersy, we’ve seen how the right games can turn a bridal shower into an unforgettable experience. That’s why we’ve pulled together the ultimate guide to Bridal Jeopardy categories, questions, and tips – so you can host a game that’s both easy to set up and a total crowd-pleaser.
Bridal Jeopardy Categories & Questions
When planning a bridal shower Jeopardy game, the categories set the tone.
They should feel playful, personal, and easy enough that everyone – from the bride’s college besties to her grandmother – can join in.
The best mix usually combines:
- A few categories about the couple (heartfelt, personal)
- A few general wedding or pop culture ones (fun, easy entry)
- And one or two “wildcard” categories (funny, cheeky, or unexpected)
Here are some tried-and-true Bridal Jeopardy categories & list of questions you can use:
The Love Story Questions
Questions about how the couple met, first date details, proposal story, or milestones. Always a favorite because it feels personal and heartwarming.
- Where did the couple first meet?
- Who made the first move?
- What was their first date?
- Who said “I love you” first?
- Where was their first kiss?
- What song reminds them of each other?
- What food did they bond over early in the relationship?
- Where were they when they decided to be “official”?
- What was the proposal location?
- How long did they date before getting engaged?
- Who met the parents first?
- What’s their favorite shared hobby?
- What city did they take their first trip together to?
- Who was more nervous about the first date?
- What’s their favorite show to binge-watch as a couple?
All about the Bride Questions
All about the bride – her favorites, quirks, and little-known facts. Guests get to prove just how well they really know her.
- What’s the bride’s middle name?
- What’s her go-to Starbucks order?
- What’s her hidden talent?
- What fashion item can she never resist buying?
- What reality show would she most likely binge?
- What’s her dream vacation destination?
- What’s her all-time favorite comfort food?
- Who is her celebrity crush?
- What’s one thing she always carries in her purse?
- What subject was her worst in school?
- If she could instantly master one skill, what would it be?
- What’s the most adventurous thing she has ever done?
- What’s her guilty pleasure TV show?
- Which app does she check the most?
- What word or phrase does she say constantly?
- What was the bride’s very first job?
- Which celebrity does the bride have a secret crush on?
- What’s the bride’s guilty-pleasure TV show?
- If the bride could eat only one food forever, what would it be?
- What’s the bride’s favorite comfort movie?
- Where was the bride’s childhood dream vacation?
- Who was the bride’s first celebrity crush?
- What’s the bride’s hidden talent?
- What’s the most unusual gift the bride has ever received?
- What’s the bride’s go-to coffee/tea order?
- If the bride were a cocktail, which one would she be?
- What’s the bride’s “can’t leave home without it” item?
- What’s the bride’s most used emoji?
- Which fictional character reminds you of the bride?
- What’s the bride’s favorite holiday tradition?
Wedding Traditions
From “something blue” to who traditionally walks the bride down the aisle, this category adds classic charm. Great for multi-generational showers.
- What does “something borrowed” symbolize?
- What’s the most common wedding month in the US?
- What day of the week do most weddings happen?
- What color dress did brides traditionally wear before white became popular?
- What flower is the most common in bridal bouquets?
- What is the traditional first dance song?
- In what culture is henna applied to brides before the wedding?
- What country is known for the tradition of breaking dishes for good luck?
- Who usually gives the first wedding toast?
- Where did the phrase “tying the knot” come from?
- What dessert besides cake is now trending at weddings?
- What is the average number of bridesmaids in the US?
- What’s the superstition about seeing the bride before the ceremony?
- What does throwing rice at a wedding symbolize?
- What’s one modern wedding tradition that didn’t exist 50 years ago?
- In which country is it tradition to break dishes for good luck at weddings?
- Which culture celebrates a Mehndi (henna) ceremony?
- What color is traditionally worn by brides in China?
- In which country do guests pin money to the bride’s dress?
- What fruit is thrown at weddings in Italy for prosperity?
- Which tradition includes “jumping the broom”?
- What’s the meaning of “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue”?
- In which country do couples saw a log together at the wedding?
- Which country celebrates weddings over three days with music and dancing?
- Which culture has a tradition of stealing the bride’s shoe?
- What is the origin of the bridal veil tradition?
- Where is the groom kidnapped as part of a wedding prank?
- Which country invented the “money dance”?
- In which culture are dates (the fruit) served at weddings?
- What’s the significance of throwing rice at newlyweds?
All About the Groom Questions
- What’s the groom’s most-used phrase or word?
- What’s his favorite late-night snack?
- Which video game, app, or hobby could he never give up?
- If the groom had a superpower, which one would he want?
- What’s the groom’s most embarrassing fashion phase?
- Which celebrity does the groom look up to the most?
- What’s his ultimate comfort food?
- What song does he secretly jam out to?
- What’s his worst kitchen disaster?
- If the groom could travel back in time, which decade would he choose?
- What’s his favorite sports team?
- What’s the first thing the groom does in the morning?
- What’s one thing he absolutely refuses to eat?
- Which emoji would best describe him?
- What’s the most unexpected thing on his bucket list?
Bachelorette Fun (Funny & Lighthearted Questions!)
A lighthearted, slightly cheeky category – inside jokes, silly memories, or “what would the bride choose” style Qs. Perfect for laughter and bonding.
- What drink does the bride order on a night out?
- Who is most likely to end up barefoot at the end of the party?
- What’s the bride’s signature dance move?
- What song will definitely get her on the dance floor?
- Who in the bridal party is the best secret keeper?
- What’s the bride’s go-to karaoke song?
- What’s the funniest nickname she’s ever had?
- Who would survive longest on a deserted island: the bride or groom?
- What’s her biggest “party fail” story?
- If she had a reality show, what would it be called?
- What’s her “don’t you dare put this in my drink” mixer?
- Which celebrity would she invite to her bachelorette party?
- What’s the bride’s guilty-pleasure snack after midnight?
- Who’s most likely to prank the bride at the party?
- What emoji describes her energy on the dance floor?
Happily Ever After, Couples Compatibility & “Who’s More Likely To” Questions
Romantic movies, love songs, or famous wedding scenes. Keeps the game dreamy and fun for the bride-to-be’s big day vibes.
- Who’s more likely to forget an anniversary?
- Who’s more likely to sing in the shower?
- Who’s the better cook?
- Who’s more likely to splurge on a random shopping spree?
- Who takes longer to get ready?
- Who’s the early riser?
- Who’s the night owl?
- Who spends more time on Instagram?
- Who’s more likely to fall asleep during a movie?
- Who plans more date nights?
- Who’s more adventurous with food?
- Who snores louder?
- Who’s more likely to cry during a movie?
- Who hogs the blanket at night?
- Who’s more likely to leave dishes in the sink?
Dirty/Funny Jeopardy Questions (For Edgy Groups)
- What’s the bride’s most awkward first date memory?
- What cheesy pick-up line would work on her?
- Who made the first move -bride or groom?
- If the couple were caught Netflix-and-chilling, which show would actually be playing?
- What’s the funniest flirty text the groom ever sent?
- Who’s more likely to blush first?
- Which song lyric best describes their love life?
- What’s the bride’s funniest drunk text story?
- What’s the most ridiculous dare she’s ever done?
- If the bride wrote a romance novel, what would the title be?
- Which celebrity crush is “hall pass” material?
- What’s the couple’s most hilarious miscommunication moment?
- Who’s more likely to laugh at the wrong moment?
- What’s the bride’s funniest “oops” moment while dating?
- Which rom-com movie is secretly their story?
Plannersy Tip: For an unforgettable game, mix categories that are personal (about the couple) with categories that are universal (pop culture, traditions). That way, every guest feels included.
