I'm Going on a Picnic - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

I'm Going on a Picnic is a drinking game in the No Equipment category for 3-10 players that takes about 15-25 min with a easy difficulty level.

Remember the growing list of items or drink

Equipment Needed

• Drinks only

Setup

Circle. First person starts with A.

How to Play I'm Going on a Picnic

1. Start: 'I'm going on a picnic and bringing...'
2. Add one item alphabetically
3. Next person recites list and adds another
4. A-apple, B-banana, C-cake...
5. Miss an item = drink
6. Wrong order = drink
7. Make it to Z = everyone drinks to celebrate
8. Restart from A after errors

Tips & Strategies

Make memorable items. 'Banana' is forgettable. 'Blue whale' is not.

Variations

Random: No alphabetical requirement, pure memory. Themed: Items must fit a theme.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if we disagree on what was said?

Group memory rules. Majority wins.

Can items be absurd?

Yes! Funny items are easier to remember.

Players: 3-10 | Duration: 15-25 min | Difficulty: easy

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