Last Updated on July 11, 2025 | 10 : 18 pm by Fiestasline
Introduction:
Stag and Doe parties (also known as Jack and Jills or Buck and Does) are designed to raise money for an engaged couple’s wedding or honeymoon—but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring. The right games not only bring laughter and connection, they’re also the #1 way to generate real fundraising success. Below are 15 fresh, crowd-approved games that are easy to set up, budget-friendly, and perfect for any event style or venue.
🥇 1. Toonie Toss (Canada Favorite)
Place a bottle of liquor on the ground. Guests take turns tossing a toonie (or quarter) toward it. Whoever gets closest wins the bottle. Simple, satisfying, and high-return!
Why it works: Easy to set up and highly competitive.
🎯 2. Bra Pong
Mount bras on a board and give each a point value. Guests pay to toss ping pong balls into the cups—win prizes for high scores!
Pro Tip: Use colorful bras and bonus point tiers for humor and energy.
🪙 3. 50/50 Raffle
Sell tickets throughout the night. The winning ticket holder gets 50% of the pot—your clients keep the rest.
Tip: Draw during peak energy hours (e.g., post-dinner) to maximize ticket sales.
🍬 4. Candy Jar Guess
Fill a jar with candies and sell guesses. Closest to the correct number wins the jar + a prize.
Budget version: Use bulk candy and let the prize include a low-cost gift card.
👮 5. Jail & Bail
Designate a “jail” area and two “sheriffs.” Guests can pay to send each other to jail or bail themselves out.
Creative twist: Offer “get out of jail free” cards for an extra donation.
💋 6. Kiss the Card
Attach playing cards face down on a board. Sell each card for $1. If someone picks a “Kiss” card (or Queen of Hearts), they win a prize or must perform a silly dare.
🎶 7. Karaoke Dare
Guests vote with cash: Should the couple sing or not? The bucket with the most money decides. Bonus: Use it for a final crowd-laugh before the last toast.
🎲 8. Crown & Anchor Dice Game
Guests bet on classic symbols (Crown, Anchor, Heart, etc.). Roll the dice—winners get prizes or drinks!
Why it works: Fast rounds and multiple players keep the energy high.
🧁 9. Cake Walk
Numbered floor squares. Sell numbered tickets. When music stops, draw a number—whoever stands on it wins a dessert.
Affordable prize: Cupcakes, cookies, or local bakery donations.
🕵️ 10. Secret Envelope
Sell sealed envelopes for $1–$5. One envelope contains a big prize (cash, liquor, or gift card); the rest contain fun or silly dares.
Revenue Tip: Tier the pricing based on prize value.
🧩 11. Couples Trivia
Ask couples trivia questions on stage. Crowd votes on funniest answer. Include the bride/groom to raise laughs and emotional connection.
📸 12. Photo Booth Challenge
Create a DIY photo booth with props. Guests pay to participate. Post photos on social and give a prize for funniest photo.
🧠 13. Trivia Gauntlet
Set up 5 rounds of themed trivia (pop culture, wedding, history, etc.). Teams pay to enter. Offer a prize and bragging rights to the winners.
🧽 14. Sponge Toss
Perfect for summer! Guests pay to throw wet sponges at the bride/groom or bridal party. Messy fun + cash.
🧼 15. Plinko Board
Create or borrow a Plinko-style board with labeled slots. Each slot offers a different prize or dare.
Bonus Tips for a Successful Stag & Doe:
- Rotate games throughout the night to avoid crowd fatigue.
- Have MCs walk around announcing current high scores, winners, and next games.
- Bundle games into play-passes (e.g., $10 for 5 entries) to raise more and keep lines short.
- Offer digital payment for guests who forgot cash (e.g., QR codes for PayPal or Venmo).
💡 Prizes That Motivate Participation:
- Local gift cards (coffee, restaurants)
- Booze baskets
- Movie night kits
- Groom’s survival kit
- Personalized couple merch (t-shirts, mugs)
Conclusion
The best Stag and Doe games create laughter, friendly competition, and fundraising magic. Keep them simple, rotate games often, and let your couple shine. Whether your goal is $500 or $5,000, these 15 stag and doe games will entertain the crowd and help your clients raise the funds they need.
