Can the course be indoors?

Yes, but make sure the path is safe and clear of breakable items. Use shorter legs and smaller drinks to adjust for space.

What happens if a player spills their drink?

The player must stop, refill, and finish the full drink before continuing their leg of the relay.

How many players per team work best?

Four players per team works well for a balanced game, but you can adjust based on group size. Larger teams may mean shorter relay legs to keep things moving.

What counts as a penalty?

Penalties include not finishing a drink, spilling a drink, skipping obstacles (if added), or failing to touch the turnaround marker at the end of the leg.

Beer Relay Running - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Beer Relay Running is a drinking game in the Beer Games category for 4-16 players that takes about 15-30 min with a hard difficulty level.

Running relay with drinks

Equipment Needed

Drinks
Various supplies

Setup

Set up a relay course in an open space, such as a backyard or parking lot. At the starting line, place a table with drinks ready for each player (e.g., solo cups filled with beer). Define a clear path for the relay legs using cones, chairs, or other landmarks, and establish a turnaround point for players to complete their lap before returning to tag the next teammate.

How to Play Beer Relay Running

Set up the game according to basic rules
Players take turns or play simultaneously
Penalties result in drinking
Success means assigning drinks
Continue until winner emerges
Loser faces final penalty
Winner earns bragging rights
Adjust rules as needed for your group

Tips & Strategies

Use lighter beer to avoid slowing players down during the running segments. Always assign someone as the 'referee' to enforce penalties, like incomplete chugs or course shortcuts. If you're drinking from cups, keep extras nearby in case one is spilled mid-run. Remember that slippery shoes or uneven ground can lead to wipeouts,choose your footwear and route wisely.

Variations

Add obstacles like hula hoops to jump through or pool noodles to crawl under, making the course more challenging.: Each player has to drink two cups at the start of their leg instead of one. Running while full just got harder.: Missed chugs or spilled drinks aren't just penalties,they mean an extra mini-lap around a designated penalty cone before continuing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the course be indoors?: Yes, but make sure the path is safe and clear of breakable items. Use shorter legs and smaller drinks to adjust for space.
What happens if a player spills their drink?: The player must stop, refill, and finish the full drink before continuing their leg of the relay.
How many players per team work best?: Four players per team works well for a balanced game, but you can adjust based on group size. Larger teams may mean shorter relay legs to keep things moving.
What counts as a penalty?: Penalties include not finishing a drink, spilling a drink, skipping obstacles (if added), or failing to touch the turnaround marker at the end of the leg.

Players: 4-16 | Duration: 15-30 min | Difficulty: hard

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