Wedding receptions are an expression of gratitude to your guests for attending the ceremony, as well as your first celebration with loved ones as a married couple. As you plan for the party, consider how you’re going to entertain your guests. Hiring a DJ is an excellent option, as can easily pick up the role of MC. Here are some games your DJ can host at your wedding reception.

How DJs Can Entertain Your Wedding Guests

1. The Shoe Game

This game only requires the participation of the newlyweds, but it’s loads of fun for your loved ones to watch. To play this, you and your partner will sit in chairs back to back on the dance floor. You’ll swap one shoe, so that each of you has one of your own and one of your partner’s. 

The DJ will need to have a list of surprise questions prepared for you. Common examples include, “Who has the better singing voice?” and “Who made the first move?” Each of you will raise the shoe of whoever you think is the better answer. Not only will your guests learn more your relationship, you’ll get a lot of laughs when your answers contradict each other.

2. Balloon Stomp

The balloon stomp is a fun, high-energy game that both kids and adults will love. Each participant gets a balloon tied to a string, which they’ll need to attach to their ankle. Once the DJ starts the music, players must pop everyone else’s balloon while protecting their own. The last person with an unpopped balloon wins. You can even plan a small prize for the winner, such as a gift card or snack basket.

3. Musical Chairs

A classic game that all guests will know and love, musical chairs get lots of laughs and brings out everyone’s competitive nature. It’s also very simple and requires no preparation—all you need to do is have each participant bring a chair to the dance floor and arrange them into a circle, taking once chair away. Your DJ will explain the rules and start the music. Ideally, the music will get faster as the game goes on. The last one sitting can get a small prize.
 

If you need a charismatic and entertaining DJ for your wedding reception, contact Party Pleasers Services of Cincinnati, OH. Their DJs receive professional training on the latest techniques while honing their music, microphone, and MC skills. They’ll work with you to ensure they fit seamlessly into the desired style of your reception, from multicultural themes to games of your choosing. Visit their website to see how they can enhance your special day. To get matched with the perfect DJ, call (513) 417-8316.