Going out to a bar can be a fun experience, but sometimes it can get a little dull. If you’re looking to spice things up, here are some pranks to play at a bar that will have everyone laughing.
The Classic Fake ID Swap
One of the oldest bar pranks in the book is to swap your ID with a friend’s. Watch as the bartender tries to make sense of two people with the same name and different faces.
The Invisible Rope
This prank is perfect for a bar with a patio or outdoor seating. Have a few friends take opposite sides of the entrance and pretend to pull an invisible rope tight whenever someone tries to walk through.
The Fake Proposal
Get a group of friends to help you with this one. Have one person pretend to propose to you in the middle of the bar. When you say yes, have everyone cheer and congratulate you both.
The Switched Drinks
If you’re with a friend who orders the same drink as you, switch glasses when the bartender isn’t looking. Watch as they try to figure out why their drink suddenly tastes different.
The Mysterious Phone Call
Have a friend call your phone and pretend to be a wrong number. Answer and act like they’ve called the bar looking for you. See how many people you can convince that you’re a celebrity.
The Fake Accent
Pick a foreign accent and stick to it all night. See how many people you can convince that you’re from a different country.
The Bar Tab Surprise
When the bartender hands you the bill, act shocked and confused. Pretend like you’ve never heard of paying for drinks before.
The Invisible Glass
Hold your hand up to your mouth like you’re drinking, but don’t actually have a glass. Watch as people try to figure out how you’re drinking without a glass.
The Fake Celebrity Sighting
Get a friend to come in wearing sunglasses and a hat, and pretend to be a celebrity. See how many people you can convince that they’re the real deal.
The Invisible Dart Game
Hold an imaginary dart and pretend to throw it at the dartboard. Watch as people try to figure out what you’re aiming at.
The Fake Fight
Get a friend to pretend to start a fight with you. Act like you’re angry and throw some fake punches. See how many people try to break it up.
The Invisible Jukebox
Start dancing to a song that’s not playing. Pretend like you’re hearing it on an invisible jukebox.
The Fake Bartender
Wear a bartender uniform and pretend to work at the bar. See how many people ask you for a drink.
The Stolen Wallet
Pretend to steal your friend’s wallet when they’re not looking. Watch as they freak out and try to find it.
The Invisible Beer
Pretend to drink an invisible beer. Watch as people try to figure out how you’re getting drunk without a drink.
The Fake Name Game
When the bartender asks for your name, give them a fake one. See how many times they call out for you before they realize they’ve been pranked.
The Invisible Pool Game
Pretend to play pool with an imaginary cue stick. Watch as people try to figure out what you’re doing.
The Fake Accent Challenge
Challenge your friends to a fake accent competition. See who can keep up the best accent for the longest amount of time.
The Invisible Cigarette
Pretend to smoke an invisible cigarette. Watch as people try to figure out where the smoke is coming from.
These pranks to play at a bar are sure to liven up your night. Just remember to be respectful and not to take it too far. After all, the goal is to have fun and make memories, not to ruin someone else’s night.