Scavenger Hunt: The Ultimate Bouquet Toss Alternative

In all my years of DJing at weddings, this game definitely stands out as one of the best ways to get crowd interaction during a reception. I recommend performing this activity before the dance floor opens, as it gets everyone energised and laughing together.

Instead of the traditional garter or bouquet toss, consider hosting a scavenger hunt elimination game at your wedding reception. It is inclusive, exciting, and creates some of the best candid moments of the night.

How It Works

The MC announces the game rules. Participants need to locate items from a provided list. Some are personal belongings, others are found around the venue. The twist: the last person returning an item (or without it) gets eliminated each round.

New items are introduced for successive rounds until one winner remains, who receives the bouquet (or another prize). This game gets your guests laughing, interacting, and having a great time together.

I suggest varying the item difficulty to maintain engagement and entertainment value. Start with easy items and gradually increase the challenge as the rounds progress.

Suggested List of Items

Here are some items that work well. Mix personal items with venue items to keep things interesting:

I always suggest surveying the venue beforehand for additional common items that might be available. Every venue is different, and knowing what is around helps keep the game flowing smoothly.

Tips for Success

• Time it right: Run the game after dinner but before opening the dance floor. Guests are relaxed and ready for fun.
• Keep it moving: Do not let rounds drag on. 30-60 seconds per item keeps the energy high.
• Have a backup plan: If an item proves impossible, move to the next one quickly.
• Make it inclusive: Unlike the bouquet toss, anyone can play. Couples, singles, all ages.
• Good music helps: Upbeat background music during the hunt adds to the excitement.