It’s finally here — Super Bowl season has descended upon us, which means most families are now waiting in anticipation of the big game. Tensions are high and the energy is palpable as everyone picks a side and places bets on their favorite team taking home the trophy. Whether you’re a football fanatic or you just stick around long enough to watch the halftime show, why not make this annual event a fun time for everyone? We’ve rounded up a few of our best tips and tricks to make this year’s Super Bowl party the best one yet.
1. Decorations
Now’s the time to set the scene and make your guests feel like they’re right on the sidelines. Transforming your space can be just as fun as the party itself, especially when there are so many fun and quirky decorations available online around this time of year. Use football drink stirrers to add a little flair to everyone’s co*cktails, or a football field rug to add a field-like flair to your living room.
2. Show Your Spirit
A Super Bowl party is nothing without team spirit to keep the energy alive. Using face paint and hairspray in your favorite team’s colors, see which one of your guests can create the craziest look before kickoff. Add to the fun by throwing in a few prizes to motivate your guests, or even throw an impromptu fashion show to display everyone’s new looks.
3. The Main Course
No party is ever complete without the food, and hangry guests are never something you want to deal with. You could always opt for some Super Bowl classics — chicken wings, pizza and nachos — or you can try something new this year. Fried chicken is always a crowd pleaser but have you ever tried Korean fried chicken? This slightly sweet and incredibly juicy take on a fan favorite will leave your guests wanting more. Don’t forget the snacks either — skip the potato chips and instead, try plantain chips. Not only are these incredibly easy to make, they can be served alongside any of your favorite dips.
4. Games
Keep the friendly competition going with a few party games, like football team and city trivia, or football bingo. Popular card games like Cards Against Humanity, Exploding Kittens and Anomia are always a hit no matter the occasion, so it’s always a safe bet to have one or two of these laying around. If you’re more interested in the Super Bowl ads than the actual game, have a few sheets of Super Bowl commercial bingo ready to go.
5. Drinks
Whether you’re watching the game or simply waiting for the halftime show, you may need a few drinks to get you through the evening. You can keep things simple with a few beers, or mix up your own co*cktails to match the team colors (we love Delish’s guide to the best co*cktails for every color of the rainbow).
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FAQs
"But what are people ordering for their Super Bowl watch parties?" is a question you may ask yourself because you're looking to create a game day menu. The three most popular Super Bowl dishes people order are pizza, chicken wings, and chips with dips.
What 2 foods are most commonly served at Super Bowl parties? ›
"But what are people ordering for their Super Bowl watch parties?" is a question you may ask yourself because you're looking to create a game day menu. The three most popular Super Bowl dishes people order are pizza, chicken wings, and chips with dips.
What goes into hosting a Super Bowl? ›
The NFL's general requirements to host the Super Bowl include interest from the local football team, stadium quality, hotel inventory, a media center, corporate and community support, and approval from three-quarters of the league's owners.
What time should your Super Bowl party start? ›
Starting the festivities too early is not only a good way to run out of food before halftime, it's also just begging your guests to drink too much too fast. Foxsports.com suggests kicking off the celebration about 90 minutes before kick-off.
What to expect at a Super Bowl party? ›
Food & Beverage Options
Finger foods, chips and salsa go a long way. Soups, savory stews and chili's – along with all the “fixins” — are always a big hit at large Super Bowl Parties because they are easy to prepare, clean up after and they serve a large crowd.
How do you host a safe party? ›
Safe partying at home
If you are throwing a party at home, safety suggestions include: Register your party with your local police at least one week in advance. Insist that the party is 'invitation only' to reduce the risk of gate-crashers. Ask your guests not to spread the word to others via SMS or the internet.
How do you host a perfect Super Bowl party? ›
Keep the friendly competition going with a few party games, like football team and city trivia, or football bingo. Popular card games like Cards Against Humanity, Exploding Kittens and Anomia are always a hit no matter the occasion, so it's always a safe bet to have one or two of these laying around.
What are some fun facts about Super Bowls? ›
In 1967, the first Super Bowl was held and the Green Bay Packers beat the Kansas City Chiefs, 35-10. The first Super Bowl MVP was Packers quarterback Bart Starr. The game was played at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and about 60 million people watched the broadcast on TV. Today, that number is around 100 million.
What do people do on Super Bowl? ›
The Super Bowl isn't just a football game. It's the biggest television broadcast of the year, it's an occasion for parties and merriment, for drinking and betting. It's a musical show and, especially since T-Swift's arrival in the Chiefs' suites, an occasion for celebrity gawking.
What are the rules for hosting the Super Bowl? ›
The NFL's general requirements to host the Super Bowl include interest from the local football team, stadium quality, hotel inventory, a media center, corporate and community support, and approval from three-quarters of the league's owners.
AND WHAT ABOUT THOSE SUPER BOWL PARTIES? 41: Days in advance, on average, Super Bowl plans are made. 20 million: Number of Americans attending a Super Bowl party. 17: Average number of people attending each party.
