Big Game Party Planning Guide

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING GUIDE | LIFE OF THE PARTY

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Be an Epic Party Guest

f you’re attending a Super Bowl party, congratulations.

Being a guest grants you a stress-free way to enjoy the biggest game of the year without playing the role of host.

But visitors aren’t without their own responsibilities. Don’t just show up with a bag of chips and plan to leave once the last whistle blows.

Learn how to be a helpful and epic guest so the host can enjoy the big game.

DON’T BE LATE You don’t want to disrupt the party by showing up late. Ask

fashionably late. If you need to miss the event, let the host know as soon as possible. Also ask if you may arrive early to help prepare.

up and demanding full control of their kitchen while you whip together a dip or platter that should have been prepared at home.

BRING A SIDE

Ask if others are bringing alcoholic beverages or a party game.

Be respectful of other partygoers by not crowding the television if your favorite team is approaching the goal line or has a great play.

Before leaving, offer to help your host clean up the mess that was made. Don’t be afraid to chip in during the party by picking up dirty plates or empty cups throughout the night.

You don’t have to be a five-star chef to prepare an awesome dish that impresses. Finger foods and simple appetizers are typically the main course at Super Bowl parties.

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Super Bowl Games

BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING GUIDE | ACTIVITIES

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hile the big game does a great job of entertaining from beginning to end, you can add even more enjoyment for your guests by planning fun games to play during the event. It’s important to find a balance for the different types of people who will be attending.

Whether your friends are with football decor. activities that are active, more relaxed or will be FLAG FOOTBALL played on the couch. bringing along their littles ones, If your backyard has COMMERCIAL ensure there is something for the space, encourage BINGO everyone. guests to partake in a Consider heavy-hitFOR THE ACTIVE GUESTS friendly game of flag ter commercial topics Weather permitting, an out- football. It’s a great way that are popular door party will help keep the to burn off energy before during the big game mess down and give your guests the game begins and can and create custom plenty of room to wander and include people of all bingo cards for guests enjoy football-themed games. If ages. to mark. You can puryou have the luxury of watching BOTTLE BASH chase a grand prize or the Super Bowl outside, considFRISBEE encourage guests to er these activities to set your You may purchase a drop a couple bucks party up for success. packaged version of this in a football helmet to CORNHOLE game or make one yourreward the first bingo. © ADOBE STOCK This game goes by several self with a few pieces of BET ON THE different names but creates a PVC, a frisbee and two bottles.

FOR THE GAMES competitive atmosphere as Add a competitive advantage by RELAXED GUEST Take a cue from Vegas and guests compete to dominate holding a tournament and For those who don’t want to pick unique game situations opposing teams. Consider dec- allowing the winning team first exert a lot of energy on Super for guests to bet on. Try a safeorating your boards or bags dibs in the food line.

Bowl Sunday, you can create ty, a pick six or a trick play.

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FOR THE KIDS Young children may not share the same enthusiasm about football as your adult visitors, so give them plenty to do.

FOOTBALL HELMET PINATA Create a paper-mâché version of a football helmet and fill it with delicious treats.

Make sure each child has a turn by allowing younger children to swing first.

PIN THE FOOTBALL A football-themed version of Pin the Tail on the Donkey is a great idea to put a fun twist on a classic game.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING GUIDE | FUN & GAMES

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Super Bowl Trivia

fun way to entertain guests before and during the game is by creating a fun trivia experience.

Your questions should include a combination of common knowledge and little-known facts, so everyone can participate. Consider a football-themed prize for the participant who answers the most questions correctly.

If you aren’t a football fanatic, here are some fun facts about the Super Bowl you can add to your competition.

Kurt Warner threw 414 yards in 2000, becoming the first quarterback in NFL history to throw than 400 yards in a Super Bowl.

Jacoby Jones ran the longest play in Super Bowl history, a 108-yard kickoff return in Super Bowl XLVII. Devin Hester of the Chicago Bears holds the fastest score in the game’s history with an opening kickoff return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XLI.

Roger Staubach holds the infamous record of most career Super Bowl fumbles at five.

Tom Brady has the record for most completions in Super Bowl history.

The first Super Bowl left 32,000 empty seats at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum as fans complained of the high ticket prices, $12.

The Buffalo Bills appeared in four consecutive Super Bowls and lost them all.

New Orleans has hosted more Super Bowl events than any other location,

but Miami will tie it by hosting Super Bowl LIV. Phil Sims was the first NFL player to say the famous line “I’m going to Disney World.”

The Lombardi Trophy is given to the winner of the big game. It is created by Tiffany & Co. and is worth about $25,000.

Super Bowl Sunday is the second largest day for food consumption, behind only Thanksgiving.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING GUIDE | SCENE OF THE PARTY

Your Entertainment Space

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f you are the lucky one tasked with throwing this year’s Super Bowl extravaganza, make sure your space is set up for success. Impress your guests with an attractive entertainment area and of course, a dazzling television.

THE BIG SCREEN

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During the game, all eyes will be on the action on television. Make your party a big deal by upgrading to a big screen.

Check out your local electronic store; retailers usually have big Super Bowl sales.

Consider how much entertainment space you have when deciding what size television to choose. How far do you and ENOUGH SEATING your guests sit from the TV? Will you use Does your room seem cramped or upgrades like 4K? Once you have the have limited seating space? Now is the perfect screen picked, how are you going time to find the furniture set that welto display it? If you choose to hang it on comes large groups of guests and your wall, make sure you use a mount works for your living area. that’s suitable for the size and weight of Check out your local furniture store the TV. for great deals, and if cost is an issue, Don’t forget to hide unsightly wires INVEST IN A SOUND BAR doesn’t require hiding wires throughout most offer exceptional lending prowith cable concealers or running cords Immerse your guests with rich your living room. You can find affordable grams, to lessen the immediate hit on behind the walls. sound-enhancing technology that sound bars that mount under a televi- your wallet.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING GUIDE | SCENE OF THE PARTY

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Party Proof Your Home

ccidents happen at parties. Drinks can be spilled and valuable items risk being bumped from shelves.

The first step to party proofing is maximizing your space. Rearrange furniture and create clear walkways around and through your party area. Keep reading for more hints on hosting a successful party.

PROTECT YOUR CARPET Here’s how to clean common some common party spills.

Red wine: Blot the spot from the outside in; don’t rub. Keep blotting with cold water until the wine is gone or diluted. Pour salt over the spot while it’s still wet and let the salt absorb the remaining wine.

Barbecue sauce: Mix a 1:1 ratio of warm water and dishwashing liquid. Blot the spot until it disappears. If it sets, mix a tablespoon of ammonia with a half cup of warm water and sponge it over the stain. Blot until it disappears and rinse with cold water.

Melted cheese: Use the dull edge of a knife to pull as much cheese as you can out of the carpet fibers. Mix two cups of warm water with two tablespoons dishwashing detergent.

Use a soft brush or sponge to dab solution, working from the outside in. Blot cheese away with a paper towel until it’s all gone. Rinse with cold water and blot dry.

TABLECLOTHS Your tabletops will need to be

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est day of the year. People get wrapped up in the game and aren’t afraid to show their enthusiasm or disdain throughout. If you have a pet who is timid or nervous of loud noises, consider keeping

them in an area of your home where people won’t be around.

Treat them with their favorite foods and remember to check on them during the night.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING GUIDE | COST

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our Super Bowl gettogether doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg.

If you are on a budget for this year’s party, there are ways to save big bucks while hosting a memorable event.

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Super Bowl Sunday is traditionally a day where finger foods and casual drinks outweigh fancy feasting and sophisticated cocktails.

Go for inexpensive snacks like chips and dip, premade veggie and fruit trays, and barbecued meatballs. Ask your guests to bring their favorite appetizers and drinks, too.

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DISPOSABLE CUTLERY

Don’t worry about purchasing new silverware or dishes for your party.

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BIG GAME PARTY PLANNING GUIDE | FOOD

Healthy Snacks on the Table S

uper Bowl Sunday doesn’t have to be an event where people break their New Year’s resolutions of healthier eating. Sure, it can be a cheat day after a month of strict diet and exercise, but don’t forget to add a few healthy options on the table amongst the high-calorie snacks the day is known for.

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Create a festive centerpiece by using multiple colors of choices like yellow peppers, broccoli, carrots and tomatoes. For dip options, use a fat-free dressing or search for recipe to create a healthy sauce.

LEAN PROTEINS Are you planning to fire up the grill for Super Bowl Sunday? If burgers and brats are on the menu, consider including leaner proteins like ground chicken or turkey sausages. They will feature the familiar flame-cooked tastes while offering fewer calories.

Give your deep fryer a break and prepare classic meat dishes in the oven or an air fryer. Avoiding the use of high-fat oils will grant your guests a

healthier way to enjoy traditional snacks.

SALAD BAR If you have the space in your home, offering a salad bar is a good way to create a healthy theme at your party.

Fill a table with bowls of healthy greens, light dressings, nuts and vegetables. Encourage your invitees to bring along their healthiest suggestions to create a versatile salad.

DON’T FORGET THE CLASSICS You don’t want to turn off your guests who consider Super Bowl Sunday a day to indulge. Make sure to include a few staples at great parties like chicken wings, desserts and bacon-wrapped everything.

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