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Human Bingo

Walk around finding people who match descriptions on your bingo card - 'traveled to Asia', 'plays an instrument', 'has a pet cat'. Turns awkward mingling into a game with a clear goal.

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Group Size:

10-50 people

Duration:

10-15 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

How to Play:

Human Bingo - How to Play
  1. 1

    Create bingo cards with descriptions in each square (e.g., 'Has traveled to 3+ countries', 'Speaks two languages')

  2. 2

    Give each participant a bingo card and pen

  3. 3

    Participants mingle and find people who match each description

  4. 4

    When they find a match, that person signs the square

  5. 5

    First person to complete a row, column, or full card wins

Human Bingo

Transform awkward mingling into an exciting game! Human Bingo gets everyone moving, talking, and discovering surprising connections with colleagues.

Best For:

Large networking events, conferences, new team formation, breaking the ice in big groups

Pro Tips

  • Customize descriptions to your group's context (industry, company, interests)

  • Include both easy and unique characteristics to encourage more interaction

  • Consider small prizes for winners to increase motivation

  • Limit one signature per person to encourage broad networking

Variations

  • Speed Bingo: Set a tight time limit (5 minutes)

  • Themed Bingo: Focus on professional skills, hobbies, or company-specific facts

  • Photo Bingo: Take selfies with people instead of signatures

FAQ

How many squares should be on each bingo card?
A standard 5x5 grid with 25 squares works best for most groups and timeframes.
Can the same person sign multiple squares?
We recommend limiting it to one signature per person to encourage broader networking.
Where can I find bingo card templates?
Create custom cards using spreadsheet software or search online for free printable Human Bingo templates.

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