Russ Drinking Games – The Best Drinking Games for the Norwegian Graduation Celebration
The Norwegian graduation celebration is Norway's biggest youth party – and it deserves the best drinking games. Here you'll find fun party games perfect for the russ bus, russ parties and the 17th of May celebrations.
The Russ Celebration – Norway's Biggest Youth Party
There is nothing quite like Norway's russ celebration. For over 200 years, Norwegian school leavers have celebrated the end of their school years in red and blue overalls, russ cars, russ buses and a whole month of parties and fun. The russ celebration is a full Norwegian institution – a rite of passage from youth to adulthood that no one wants to miss.
The russ bus is the heart of the celebration for many. The group of friends who have planned for years, spend the days and nights on the bus, travel around the local area and create memories that last a lifetime. And what's better on the russ bus than good drinking games that keep the mood up?
The russ party is another classic – whether it's a pre-party at home, a russ party at a rented venue or spontaneous gatherings on the 17th of May. Drinking games are the perfect activity that brings everyone together, from those who know each other well to those meeting for the first time across classes and schools.
Remember that the russ celebration lasts a long time and can be demanding. Look after each other, drink responsibly and make sure everyone is safe and well throughout the celebrations.
Games for the Russ Bus and Russ Party
We have selected games that are especially well suited to the russ celebration atmosphere – energetic, fun and perfect for getting to know russ from other classes and schools:
Tips for a Safe Russ Celebration
The russ celebration is one of life's great parties – but it lasts a long time and can put the body to the test. Here are some important tips for staying safe throughout the celebrations:
Prioritise sleep
The russ celebration lasts for several weeks. Your body needs rest – sleep when you can, and don't be afraid to take breaks from the party. There's no shame in sleeping for a night every now and then.
Drink water
Alternate between alcohol and water throughout the evening. Drink at least one glass of water for every alcoholic drink. Your body will thank you, and you'll stay in better shape further into the celebrations.
Look out for each other
The most important russ rule: watch out for your friends. No one should be left alone. Recognise the signs that someone has had too much to drink, and call 113 if needed – it's never wrong.
Eat properly
Food is underrated during russ time. A solid meal slows alcohol absorption, keeps energy up and makes the evenings last longer. Don't forget breakfast either.
The Russ Celebration's Best Moments
The russ celebration is about more than just partying – it's the end of twelve years of school, and the start of adult life. Here are some of the classic moments where drinking games play a central role:
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See all drinking games →Frequently asked questions about russ drinking games
What are the best drinking games for russ?
Classics for the russ celebration: Ring of Fire, Beer Pong, Bus Driver and Flip Cup. The russ celebration is known for russ challenges – many of these are drink-related tasks.
What are russ-specific drinking games?
Russ variants include russ challenges (tasks you complete to earn knot marks on your russ trousers), russ bus games, and 'russ quiz' about this year's exams and high school memories.
What is the safest way to play drinking games during russ?
Safe russ celebration: always have sober friends present, set limits on alcohol amounts, have a plan for getting home, and never pressure anyone to drink more than they want. Remember that many russ participants are under 18.
Can you play drinking games without alcohol during russ?
Yes! Many russ participants are under 18 and cannot drink alcohol. All russ drinking games work with soft drinks or energy drinks. It's the fun and community that makes russ time memorable, not alcohol.
What are good games for the russ bus?
Good russ bus games: Never Have I Ever (revelations from school days), Two Truths One Lie (who has done what?), and Category (school subjects as the theme). These all work well in a limited space.