Bunco: The Best Dice Game Ever

So Much Fun!

Bunco is all about socializing! Whether or not you win the top prize usually comes in second because of all the great experiences and fun you have while playing.

Hope my ideas here inspire you to join or start your own group today :-)

Why This IS The Best Dice Game Ever

Where there is Bunco, there is good food!
What other dice game becomes a party?
When you are playing, you forget about lifes worries!
Who doesn't like to get together with friends?
Why not start a Bunco group of your own?

How-To and The Essentials

12 Chairs 3 Card Tables 12 Pencils or pens 3 Spiral Notebooks and score card pads 9 Dice A Bell Prizes; money or planned theme gifts
$5 to ?? to play the game Beverages and snacks

Supply each table with three dice, spiral notebook, score sheet pad, and a pencil for each player. Place a bell on the head table.
Divide twelve players into three groups of four people. Two teams sit at each table; teammates sit opposite each other.
Assign the tables as the head, middle and bottom. At the end of a round, the winning team advances to the next table. Losers at the head table move to the bottom table.
Begin playing when the scorekeeper at the head table rings the bell. Keep score at each table.
Starting with ones, roll your three dice. Continue to roll until your roll earns no points (ie no ones rolled). Play then moves to the left.
Continue to play at your table until a team at the head table scores 21 points or more - at which time, the scorekeeper rings the bell again.
Change partners after every round, with one player moving to the seat to the right before the next team arrives.
Play six rounds per set and at least two sets per game. The winner is the player with the most wins, though some groups award prizes in categories such as most Buncos and most losses.
Resource: eHow.com/How to play Bunco

The Scoop

Available at AllPosters.com

Hint: You do not have to limit the players to 12, our group sometimes has 20+ wild and crazy women! How To Keep Score in Bunco

Here are some printable score cards, courtesy of BuncoRules.com

Add more excitement with a theme. Make it simple...everyone wears something red! Or put your Bunco party on the map with these ideas!

Don't let anyone miss the fun! Easily remind those on your list by creating and sending an eVite!

Looking for more information? This should get you started...

Bunco Rules

World Bunco

Bunco Central

Bunco Wiki

The Game Demystified

The Bunko Book

by: Steven, E Pratt

Amazon Price: $12.95 (as of 11/06/2009)

Bunko has taken the country by storm. All across America, and the world, more than 7 million women are getting together once a month to "Eat, Drink, and Beat Mary" at the game of Bunko. Although the game is easy enough to learn in just a few minutes, it can be a daunting task to start up your own Bunko Circle. Whether this is your first time playing Bunko, or you're a veteran of the tables, you will refer to this manual again and again. The Bunko Book is the definitive reference on the game of Bunko, with rules and dozens of variations gathered from more than 30,000 respondents. We've helped thousands learn to play the game and create their own groups. What's stopping you?

Learning More About This Dice Game

The Sisterhood of Bunco: A Comprehensive Guide To The Game

by: Maite Garcia Franck

Amazon Price: (as of 11/06/2009)

Charming and honest look at the who, what, where and why of Bunco playing. The very FIRST published research on the game. In 1994 when research began, there were less than five websites even mentioning the game. Today, there are thousands! After fourteen years, there are still many unanswered questions about the game's origins. Enjoy a lighthearted perspective of the sisterhood that is fostered through this dice game.

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EarringAddicts says:

Thanks for the info! I always wondered what Bunco was all about!

Posted January 08, 2009

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Get That Party Started

Bunko Theme Party Ideas

My ideas are added to each of these themes. Make sure to leave yours in the guest book

Showtime Party

Dress up as your favorite star or play "Guess This Movie Quote" at intermission. Fun: Last Bunco gets a cheesy 'B' movie DVD!
Baby Clothes

Everyone brings new or gently used baby supplies to donate to your local woman's shelter. Fun: Bring your baby picture to play "Who's Who" at intermission.
Summer Treats

Perfect theme for June as your last hoorah 'til fall or if it's an only woman's Bunco include those significant others who love to bar-be-que! Fun: Everyone brings their favorite salad!
Tea Party

Start off Spring with a bang, go with a bright and cheery theme. Fun: Make special flower seed packets for all your guests.
Fun Intermission Games!