The Best And Funniest Drinking Games You Can Try At Prom

Many regard it as a rite of passage symbolizing their transition into adulthood, and therefore want to make it as memorable as possible. Dressing up is a very important thing as well, and most students can spend several weeks searching for the perfect outfit. Ball gowns are the standard option, as the elaborate bodice and full skirts will make every girl feel like a princess. High-low gowns, which are longer in the back and shorter at the front, are also popular, and over the last few years, two-piece dresses  (essentially a top and a skirt) have become a preferred alternative as well due to their modern and comfortable look.

Prom is also a chance to reinforce the bond you have with your friends, take photos, and spend time together before parting ways. After-prom gatherings are popular as well, with many groups and schools providing them. In the US, proms are entirely alcohol-free, as the legal drinking age in the country is twenty-one and alcohol is prohibited at all school functions. Punch, sodas, mocktails, and other soft drinks are all allowed. And just because there’s no alcohol around doesn’t mean that you can’t try some drinking games at your prom. They are a lot of fun and can even act as a conversation starter that helps you find new friends. Here are a few of the ones you should definitely try.

Roxanne

This game takes just a little over three minutes, the length of the song of the same name by English rock band The Police. The rules are very simple: every time you hear the title of the song being sung as part of the lyrics, you have to drink. The game also works with “Hey Ya!” by Outkast and “Girl on Fire” by Alicia Keys, and the best news is that it can be played by as many people as possible, all at once, so that nobody ends up feeling like they were left out.

Drink Murder

If Roxanne is too short for you, then Drink Murder is the right choice. This drinking game is essentially a new twist on an old classic. During each round, every single person will be assigned the role of the “killer,” and they have to wink at the other players in order to “kill” them. Those who are taken out of the game have to drink. There’s also a variation that dictates the people who are not the “murderer” need to try and guess who they are, and if they can’t figure it out, they need to take a sip. However, if someone guesses correctly, then the “killer” has to drink their entire beverage.

Back to Back

This game is best suited for those who don’t like big crowds and would rather spend some quality time with their good friends. Essentially, only two people play this game. The rest of the group asks you who’s most likely to do something, and whichever person thinks the description suits them has to drink. If you both happen to drink at the same time, then you have to drink twice, and the same thing happens if neither of you drinks.

Paranoia

You also need just two players for Paranoia, but a group is still needed. Each player will take their turn asking the person to their right a question. They have to answer out loud even though the rest of the people playing haven’t heard what the question is. The idea is to ask questions that will elicit answers everyone will want to know more about. However, to learn what the question was, you need to drink in order to earn that knowledge. The best part of this game is that it is impossible for it not to pique your interest at least once.

Where’s the water?

One round of this game can take a few minutes, but all people who want to play can do so. You have to fill several glasses with clear mocktails  and punch, and others with water. The idea is that the beverages should not arouse anyone’s suspicion if they were to just look at them. Every player has to take turns drinking from each cup, saying “Mmm, water!” as convincingly as they can, regardless of the actual content. If you think they’re lying and are right about it, they’ll have to drink another glass, but if you’re wrong, you’ll have to drink yourself.

Sixes

Sixes can be played by as many players as are in the room, and it usually takes less than five minutes to finish. You will need dice and six cups of different sizes, ranging from the tiniest to the most oversized novelty mug you might have around. Every single cup gets a different number on the dice, the players roll them and have to drink the contents of each cup they have been assigned. However, if you manage to guess the number that’s going to be rolled before you are spared.

Wizard Staff

If you want a game that can last for the entire evening, you should definitely try Wizard Staff. The name comes from the fact that you will tape the cups and cans you drink from together after you’re finished with their content in order to create something that resembles a wizard’s staff. The person with the biggest staff wins, but it’s also important not to overdo it. Just because there’s no alcohol involved doesn’t mean you cannot become nauseous after consuming too much in a short amount of time.

Drinking games  are one of the best ways to have fun at any party, and you should definitely give them a try at prom. There are so many different choices out there that you’ll definitely find the game that’s perfect for you. Essentially, they’re just a way to have fun, but if you have a competitive streak, you’ll definitely want to win as well.