As teams begin to consolidate their points and the deadline for the Superbowl slowly nears with its high stakes, many more are tuning into the games. Watch parties ride the high of the whirling excitement surrounding football. For many, the games are also fun because they get to socialize, drink, and eat through each quarter. Here are some tips for hosting a successful football watch party to make the most of game days and football season.
Upgrade Your Viewing Situation
Trying to watch the game on a tiny screen with popping speakers in a small crowded space with heads in the way ruins the celebratory vibes. The whole point of a watch party is to view the game. If you want to watch the game in poor viewing conditions, you can meet up at a sports bar, where it’s hard to hear and see the screens.
Upgrading your viewing situation with a larger display screen, updated speaker systems, and more seating accommodations ensures no one misses a touchdown, historical catch, and questionable play. A popular viewing setup includes a large blowup screen paired with quality speakers. If you want, you can also consider having outdoor seating on lawn chairs, blankets on the grass, etc., along with a projector to stream the game.
Spread the Game Day Spirit With Merch
As with hosting any themed celebration, you should be aware that the festive spirit of the occasion drives the excitement and energy of the party. Decking your space with your team’s merchandise or football-themed décor spreads the spirit. It makes the gathering feel more special and community-based.
Along with putting all your sports fan gear on display, encouraging everyone attending to sport their game day outfits further gets everyone in the mood to cheer. Wearing a team’s jersey or colors makes you feel like a part of the community and team, making the adrenaline of the competition more personal and worth higher stakes.
Host Little Side Activities
Unless you’re attending the match live at the stadium, watching a football game also means sitting through countless ads. Hosting side activities for everyone to take part in keeps everyone engaged and kills time while the commercials roll. Plus, it entertains those not as keen on football as the rest of the group.
Putting out board and lawn games, creating a voting poll, and conducting food competitions add a little more engagement and make the viewing party more social. Setting up a fantasy league also makes a great side activity that gets people invested in the games and players.
Hosting a successful football watch party means you need a quality viewing setup, lots of spirit, and various activities to keep the festivities going. When the next big game comes, gather your friends and make the most of the eventful occasion with a viewing party.
