After every three or four numbers, there will always be a song blasted out that will be in relation to a number.įor example, number 5 plays 'Mambo Number 5' and 17 plays ABBA's 'Dancing Queen'. With encouragement from the witty host Alex Zane and his two (not so glamorous) assistants, everyone goes wild to rave-heavy dance anthems like Darude's 'Sandstorm'. Less than 5 minutes in, everybody is dancing on the tables.

If two people shout ‘BINGO’ at the same time, a dance-off decides the winner. Expect to be jeered and scorned with a harmless bit of public shaming. But hold your horses - if you falsely call 'BINGO' you will be called out and labelled a dickhead. The rules are pretty simple: the first to win a horizontal line shouts ‘BINGO’, and then it’s the first to win two lines and, finally, a full house. The audience is young, fun and predominantly British. Expect wacky decorations, tons of confetti, cocktail jugs and lots of noise.

Forget tame OAP's and tacky halls, Ibiza Rocks Hotel is quite the opposite. The insane daytime bonanza blends together a traditional bingo game with dance-offs, rave intervals, plus plenty of banter. If you're up for a laugh and have no problem dancing on tables, then prepare yourself for an out-of-the-ordinary party experience. Unsure if Bongo's Bingo is for you? Read our handy guide for a glimpse of what's in store.īongo's isn't one for the faint-hearted, so if you have no intentions of releasing your inner child then this isn't the place for you. On this scorching Ibiza afternoon, we put on our swimsuits and headed to San Antonio's favourite poolside venue for continuous belly laughs, cringes and lots of tequila. The only change is that in 2019 the party has an exciting new home Ibiza Rocks Hotel. Nevertheless, it was totally worth it, so we couldn't pass the opportunity to go back for round two. I can almost still feel the horrific hangover from after the last time I attended Bongo's Bingo back in Eden Ibiza last summer. The chances of winning a decent prize are pretty slim, but you’re not there for the prizes you’re there for the buzzing atmosphere and nostalgic tunes. For those yet to experience the carnage, here are 5 things you should know.īongo's Bingo is the antidote to boring nights out.

On Wednesday, we headed to 'the home of the pool party' to check out the crazy party concept Bongo's Bingo.

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