{"id":2700,"date":"2026-03-24T13:48:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T13:48:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/?p=2700"},"modified":"2026-07-04T09:18:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-04T09:18:31","slug":"drinking-games-to-play-at-the-bar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/nl\/post\/drinking-games-to-play-at-the-bar\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Drinking Games to Play at the Bar: 5 Fun Icebreakers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you ever sitting at the bar with your friends\u2014the drinks are pouring, the music is blasting\u2014but you feel like the night needs a little extra spark? Don&#8217;t worry, we\u2019ve got you covered. When the conversation hits a lull or you just want to crank up the energy, a quick party game is the perfect solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is our handpicked list of the best, low-prep drinking games you can play right at your bar table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Quick Answer:<\/strong> The easiest drinking games to play at a bar are <strong>Never Have I Ever<\/strong> and <strong>Things You Can Say<\/strong>, as they require zero equipment. If you have a deck of cards, you can play <strong>Riding the Bus<\/strong> or <strong>King\u2019s Cup<\/strong>. For the ultimate convenience without carrying bulky boxes, you can instantly turn your phone into a party starter with the digital <strong>MadWish App<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Epic Bar Drinking Games to Try Tonight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Riding the Bus (Best Card Game)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This famous drinking game is a staple for a reason. It is highly competitive and guarantees a lot of laughs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What you need:<\/strong> Just a single deck of cards (if you didn&#8217;t bring one, try your luck and ask the bar staff!).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How it works:<\/strong> The game consists of three fast-paced rounds: guessing the cards, building a card pyramid, and finally, &#8220;riding the bus.&#8221; By the end of the game, one unlucky player will lose and end up riding the bus\u2014meaning they will probably be the drunkest person in your group that night. Don&#8217;t let it be you!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-74-1024x684.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-74-1024x684.png 1024w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-74-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-74-768x513.png 768w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-74-600x401.png 600w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-74.png 1175w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The MadWish App (Best Digital\/Smartphone Game)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We all love a good board game night at home, but nobody wants to lug a bulky game box into a crowded pub. That is where modern technology comes to the rescue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Setup:<\/strong> While we already offer a compact physical version called <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.madpartygames.com\/product-page\/madwish-playing-cards\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.madpartygames.com\/product-page\/madwish-playing-cards\">MadWish Cards<\/a><\/strong>, we have officially brought the madness to your smartphone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why it works at the bar:<\/strong> The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/#madwish-app-update\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/#madwish-app-update\">MadWish App<\/a><\/strong> offers all the wild truth-or-dare craziness of our classic board game in a convenient, pocket-sized format. No loose cards to lose, no board to stain with spilled beer. You can download the MadWish Truth or Dare app right now on the <strong>App Store<\/strong> and <strong>Google Play Store<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"28vdf\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"557\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-23-at-16.06.37.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2612\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.192730259780265;width:726px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-23-at-16.06.37.png 557w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-23-at-16.06.37-300x252.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 557px) 100vw, 557px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Never Have I Ever (Best Classic Icebreaker)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to learn some hilarious (and sometimes shocking) secrets about your friends, this is the definitive go-to game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to play:<\/strong> One player states a random fact starting with &#8220;Never have I ever&#8230;&#8221;. If you <em>have<\/em> actually done that specific action in real life, you take a sip of your drink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pro-tip:<\/strong> You can easily look up premade question lists online, or invent your own if you\u2019ve been dying to find out something specific about your co-players.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"b7ak2\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. King\u2019s Cup (Best Customizable Game)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also known simply as <em><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2023_King%27s_Cup\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2023_King%27s_Cup\">Kings<\/a><\/em>, this is another legendary card game that turns a regular table into a battlefield of rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to play:<\/strong> Place a cup in the middle of the table and surround it with a circle of cards. Players take turns drawing a card, and every single card number triggers a specific action or rule (e.g., &#8220;Seven is Heaven,&#8221; where the last person to point to the sky drinks).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why it&#8217;s great for bars:<\/strong> There are hundreds of card assignment variations online. You can easily pick a pre-set rule list that suits your vibe or create your own custom meanings before you start.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"c5jj\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-75.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2702\" style=\"width:420px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-75.png 720w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-75-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-75-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-75-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-75-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"be3j7\" style=\"font-size:21px\"><strong><strong>5. Things You Can Say (Best Game for Big Laughs)<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This game doesn&#8217;t require cards, apps, or dice\u2014just a lot of dark humor and quick creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"dh288\"><strong>The Gameplay:<\/strong> Going in a circle, every player has to quickly shout out a sentence that fits both situations (like: <em>&#8220;Thank you for coming!&#8221;<\/em> or <em>&#8220;Will there be food afterward?&#8221;<\/em>). The first person to run out of ideas or stutter has to finish their drink. Uncontrollable laughter is 100% guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to play:<\/strong> The group picks a funny, dual-meaning scenario, usually formatted as: <em>&#8220;Things you can say during sex and [blank].&#8221;<\/em> For example: <em>&#8220;Things you can say during sex and at a funeral.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-24-at-14.50.27.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-24-at-14.50.27.png 737w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-24-at-14.50.27-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-24-at-14.50.27-600x397.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions about Bar Drinking Games (FAQ)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">What drinking games can you play at a bar without cards?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Games like <strong>Never Have I Ever<\/strong> and <strong>Things You Can Say<\/strong> are perfect because they are purely verbal and require zero setup. Alternatively, you can download a smartphone party game like the <strong>MadWish App<\/strong> so you don&#8217;t have to carry physical items with you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-2&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-2\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Is there a free truth or dare app for parties?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-2\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/#madwish-app-update\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/madpartygames.com\/#madwish-app-update\">MadWish Truth or Dare app<\/a><\/strong> is available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, offering a convenient, bar-friendly version of the classic party board game.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-3&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-3\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Can you ask bar staff for a deck of cards?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-3\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many local pubs, bars, and cafes keep a few decks of cards or board games behind the counter for patrons to use. It never hurts to politely ask the bartender if they have a deck available for games like <em>King\u2019s Cup<\/em> or <em>Riding the Bus<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ever sitting at the bar with your friends\u2014the drinks are pouring, the music is blasting\u2014but you feel like the night needs a little extra spark? Don&#8217;t worry, we\u2019ve got you covered. 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