Bar Games

Instructions Step 1: Gather around table Gather around a table with a glass of beer in the middle of it. TIP: If all of the players are pros, shoot into a shot glass. Step 2: Shoot quarter The first player holds the quarter between his thumb and index finger, and tries to bounce it on …

Instructions Step 1: Pick your machine Find a machine in good working order, and in a place where you can get lots of practice time. Step 2: Get in position Stand in front of the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart, and position your hands loosely on the flipper controls. TIP: If your body is …

Instructions Step 1: Watch before trying Watch another player attempt to control the crane to judge the power and movement of the claw and which prizes are easiest to grab. TIP: Save your money for another day if it appears the prizes are packed in tightly, it’s almost impossible to win. Step 2: Take your …

Instructions : Don’t drink unless you’re of legal age. Drink responsibly, and never drink and drive. Step 1: Gather everyone in a circle Gather everyone in a circle and determine who will go first. Step 2: Share a true statement Share a statement about yourself if you are first. Start with the words “I never” …

Instructions Step 1: Fill in names on the scoring sheet Fill in the names of the bowlers on your scoring sheet in the order they will be bowling. Notice that each bowler has 10 scoring squares after their name – one for each frame. Step 2: Note pins downed in first roll Record the number …

Instructions : Find a place for your cup Don’t drink unless you’re of legal age. Drink responsibly, and never drink and drive. Step 1: Find a place for your cup Place your cup in the right spot for your trick. Trick shots involve bouncing the ball off walls and other surfaces, sometimes multiple times. To …

Instructions Step 1: Decide who goes first Decide who serves first by flipping a coin. TIP: It’s easier to play with two players when first learning the game. Step 2: Serve the ball Start by serving. Hold a paddle in one hand and toss a ball at least six inches up with the other hand. …

Instructions : Several states bar all gambling, including pools in which the organizer does not profit. Know your local laws Step 1: Know the rules Know the rules. Blackjack is a counting game. Face cards are worth 10 and aces are worth one or 11. The values of number cards are their numbers. The goal …

Instructions Step 1: Watch the pros Spend some time watching pool tournaments. See what tricks you can pick up from studying the pros. Step 2: Chalk your cue Chalk your cue before each shot, holding the chalk at a slight angle as you gently brush it onto the tip. Don’t chalk from side to side, …

Instructions Step 1: Position cue ball Position the cue ball as close as you can to the head string, the imaginary line behind which you have to shoot. You can usually spot the best place to put your ball by looking for the telltale wear marks on the cloth. Step 2: Hold the cue correctly …

Instructions Step 1: Find a dart board Go somewhere that has a dart board. Nearly any normal bar will do. Step 2: Pick up darts & stand behind oche Pick up the darts, and stand behind the oche, the line marked by tape or paint. Step 3: Set up players or teams Set up your …

Instructions Step 1: Find an open table If there is an open table, snag it by placing your quarters into the slot and dispensing the balls. TIP: If there is a line for tables, mark that you have ‘next game’ by placing a quarter into the placeholder on the side of the table. Step 2: …

Instructions Step 1: Divide into teams Divide the number of players evenly into two teams and line them up along the table. : Do not play flipcup in your mother’s formal dining room. The table—and the floor—are going to get wet. Step 2: Fill cups w/ beer Place a cup in front of each player …

Instructions Step 1: Give each player shot glass Set a shot glass in front of each player. Step 2: Fill with beer Fill the glasses with beer, and put a stash of beer within easy reach. Step 3: Play music Put on some music—preferably a lively mix that will camouflage everyone’s increasing drunkenness. TIP: Special …

Instructions : Shot-gunning a beer adds a lot of alcohol to your system in a short amount of time, which can lead to extreme intoxication, vomiting, and/or alcohol poisoning. Be responsible when you drink. Step 1: Hold unopened beer Hold an unopened can of beer on its side, on your palm. If you’re up for …

Instructions Step 1: Fill cups with beer Fill 20 cups a 1/3 of the way or less with beer. Step 2: Arrange cups Arrange the plastic cups in two triangles of 10 cups each on opposite ends of the table with the tips pointing toward the center. Step 3: Pick teams Pick two-person teams, one …