Bingo Card Generator — Printable 5×5 (Free Space)

Generate a random 5×5 bingo card with an automatic free space. Private by design — everything runs locally.

Controls

Tip: Press Ctrl/Cmd + Enter to generate a new card.

Preview

How Bingo Cards Are Made

A standard bingo card is a 5×5 grid with B I N G O across the top. This generator uses an extended number range for a livelier game:

  • B: 1–20
  • I: 21–40
  • N: 41–60 (center is a Free Space)
  • G: 61–80
  • O: 81–100

Numbers are unique per column; each click creates a new randomized card. Everything runs in your browser — no uploads or tracking.

What is a Bingo Card and How Does It Work?

A bingo card is a 5×5 grid traditionally used in the popular game of Bingo. Each column is labeled with the letters B I N G O, and beneath each letter are random numbers drawn from a defined range. In the classic American version, the “B” column contains numbers from 1–15, “I” from 16–30, “N” from 31–45 (with the center space marked as a free square), “G” from 46–60, and “O” from 61–75. Our generator uses an expanded range (1–100) to add extra variety while keeping the familiar grid structure.

Bingo cards are designed so that each game produces a unique and unpredictable layout. Players mark numbers as they are called, and the first to complete a line, row, column, or diagonal shouts “Bingo!” to win. Because of its simplicity and excitement, Bingo is played everywhere: from community halls and schools to family parties, fundraisers, and even online.

The free space in the middle of the card adds strategy and increases the likelihood of multiple winning patterns. This small design choice is one reason Bingo has remained a favorite for generations. Teachers often adapt bingo cards for educational purposes, such as practicing vocabulary, math facts, or geography. Event organizers may use customized cards for icebreakers, team building, or promotional giveaways.

With our online bingo card generator, you can instantly create as many randomized cards as you like. Each card is printable, saveable as a PNG image, and generated entirely in your web browser—meaning your data stays private. Whether you are planning a classroom activity, a family game night, or a charity fundraiser, printable bingo cards are a simple and effective way to bring people together.

Try generating a new card today and discover why Bingo continues to be one of the world’s most loved games. By offering a free, customizable, and easy-to-use tool, Starlight Tools helps you enjoy the fun of Bingo anywhere, anytime.

5 Fun Facts about Bingo Cards

Column math

The classic B‑I‑N‑G‑O columns cover distinct ranges (1–15, 16–30, etc.). That’s why you rarely see duplicate numbers per column—even old-school cards used this trick.

Structured randomness

Free-space origin

Early bingo had no free space. It was added in the 1940s to speed up games and boost excitement—one guaranteed mark makes four lines immediately live.

Pacing boost

Millions of combos

A standard 5×5 card has over 5.2×1026 unique layouts. Printing two identical cards by chance is essentially impossible.

Astronomical variety

Educational remix

Teachers repurpose bingo with vocabulary, math facts, even periodic tables. Swap numbers for custom text and it becomes a stealth learning game.

Classroom hero

PNG printer

This generator renders a high-res canvas, so “Save as Image” gives crisp cards for phones, slides, or quick print runs without needing PDFs.

Pixel perfect

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