The Left-Right Game Every Bridal Shower Needs (+ Printable)

Looking for a funny bridal shower game that gets everyone laughing and involved — no trivia, no drawing skills required? The Left-Right Game (also known as the Left Right Passing Game) is an easy crowd favorite that guarantees plenty of giggles.

This printable bridal shower game is fast-paced, hilarious, and just the right amount of chaotic. All you need is a small prize, a great Left-Right story, and guests ready to pass gifts LEFT and RIGHT at lightning speed. Whether you’re hosting a cozy living room get-together or a big backyard celebration, this game always delivers laughter, energy, and an ending that keeps everyone smiling.

What You’ll Need to Play

One of the best things about the Left Right game is its simplicity of setup. Here’s what you’ll need:

A wrapped gift (or 2 for larger groups)
A Left-Right story or poem (see our version below)
A narrator
A circle of guests

How to Play the Left-Right Game

This game is simple, hilarious, and guaranteed to get everyone laughing. Before you start, make sure everyone’s ready and paying attention — things move fast once the story begins!

Have everyone sit in a circle, with one person starting off holding the prize.
The narrator starts to read the story aloud. Every time they say the word LEFT, the gift gets passed to the left. When they say RIGHT, it moves to the right.
Keep passing as the story continues. Don’t hesitate, or you might get LEFT behind!
When the story ends, whoever’s holding the prize is the winner.

The story’s rhythm and surprises keep everyone on their toes. There’s usually a lot of laughter and playful shouting as people try to keep up. It’s a perfect icebreaker and brings some lively energy to the party.

Tips to Make It Even More Fun

Want to turn this quick game into a bridal shower winner? Here are a few ways to keep the energy high and the laughs coming:

Mix up the directions. Choose a story with a good balance of LEFTs and RIGHTs so the gift keeps moving around the circle. If you want to personalize it, you can toss in the occasional prompt like “Pass to someone wearing heels” or “Give it to the person who knows the bride best.”
Pick a fun prize. Go for small prizes everyone will want, but keep it lighthearted. Think bath bombs and bubbly, a cute candle, or a cheeky bottle of wine with a funny label. It doesn’t need to be fancy, just something worth a little suspense!
Set the pace. The reader should pause briefly after each direction so everyone has time to pass the gift without total chaos… unless you want a little chaos, which honestly adds to the fun.
Add a little background music. Soft instrumental or acoustic tunes help set the mood without distracting from the story.
Plan for big groups. If you’ve got a large crowd, start with two prizes on opposite sides of the circle. That way, everyone gets a turn. Our version allows up to 12 people to touch the gift at least once.

Left-Right Bridal Shower Game

Keep the party energy high with the Left Right game! Guests pass a gift each time they hear “left” or “right” in the story — it’s fast, funny, and always a hit!

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Final Thoughts

The Left–Right Game is one of those bridal shower activities that takes almost no effort but guarantees a room full of smiles. It’s the perfect mix of easy, interactive, and hilarious — whether your guests are lifelong friends or meeting for the first time. A few minutes of laughter later, and everyone’s feeling connected, which is exactly how a bridal shower should feel!

Ready to play? Let the fun unfold and get your Left-Right passing game here!