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There are many variations, but here is a general "schedule" for bridal showers. Add or remove any part and re-order it to your liking. Two to three hours is a good estimate, but things may wind down early or they may likely continue on as guests chat together.

GREET GUESTS AND SERVE LIGHT SNACKS
Be sure to have a "greeter" stand post at the door to say hello to new arrivals. The greeter should tell guests where they can put their belongings, their gift for the bride, and where they can find refreshments. The greeter can also make introductions if the guest is not acquainted with anyone.
After all or almost all guests have arrived, go around the room and have each guest introduce themselves and identify how they know the bride.

PLAY 2-4 SHOWER GAMES
It is good to play games at the beginning as icebreakers. Remember some guests may not know "anyone" but the bride.

EAT, DRINK, AND BE MERRY
Let everyone go get whatever food may be available and then once everyone has been served, the bride can begin to open her gifts. Be sure to have someone write down each gift and who it is from. It will make sending thank-you notes a lot easier.

SOCIALISE
People chat and usually leave a few at a time. Make sure the bride gets to say goodbye to everyone and the hostess thanks the person for attending. If the hostess has shower favours, she should give these to the guests now.