The Super Bowl is one of the biggest events of the year for football fans. Itâs the perfect opportunity to get together with friends, enjoy good food and drink, and make predictions before the big game. If youâre ready to plan an epic party for Super Bowl Sunday, then weâve got everything you need. Check out these top Super Bowl party ideas â including decor, games, food, and invitations â that are sure to score big with your guests.Â
Super Bowl Party Ideas for Your Guests
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As with any party, itâs the guests who really make the celebration one to remember, so why not get them involved? Take a look at these fun Super Bowl party ideas that you can share with your guests before the game day.Â
Dress in Team Colors
Ask your guests to arrive dressed in a team jersey or the colors of their favorite team â or at least the team they think will win. Take this idea to the next level by handing out a mini prize to your best-dressed guest.
Bring Out the Face Paint
Who says face paint is just for kids? Have a few face paint sets on hand so your party guests can get into the spirit of the game with team logos, colors, or stripes. This is one of our favorite Super Bowl party ideas that really amps up the excitement and creativity.Â
Make Your Own Super Bowl Signs
Even though youâre not in the stadium, that doesnât mean you canât cheer on your favorite team in style. Get some supplies and challenge your guests to decorate their own Super Bowl fan signs or foam fingers. Take a look at these easy yet fun Super Bowl party decorations to make your own DIY foam fingers, signs, and more.Â
Fun Super Bowl Party Decor Ideas
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Whatâs great about hosting a party for the big game is that you can have a lot of fun with your Super Bowl decorations. Here are a handful of our favorite football decorations to take your event from average to amazing.
Use Artificial Turf to Decorate Your Snack Table
One of the best Super Bowl party ideas is to decorate your drinks and snacks table like the football field table itself. You can find artificial turf (or simply a green tablecloth) at your local party supply store and decorate it with with goal posts made from plastic pipe or even cups turned upside down.
Style Your Space with Football-Themed Garlands and Balloons
Garlands, banners, and bunting are all hits with birthday parties and weddings â and theyâre ideal for a football party too. Create your own banners or buy them from your local party store, then hang them around your home to add color and game day spirit.Â
Create a Photo Backdrop
Most folks love to snap a photo or two at parties, so give your guests an impressive backdrop they can style their photos against. Create a backdrop with a giant balloon garland in your team colors, or hang iridescent garlands and a giant banner instead. Gather some oversized football-themed props, and you have your own DIY photo booth at home.Â
Popular Super Bowl Party Games Youâll Love
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While everyoneâs focus is on the big game, we love the idea of playing a few party games as part of your pre-Bowl tailgate session. Take inspiration from these Super Bowl party games to help you create a super-fun atmosphere.Â
Super Bowl Predictions
Liven up your tailgate party by asking your guests to place their bets on whoâll win the big game â plus other big moments like whoâll score the first touchdown. Make a list of all the things you want people to make predictions on, create some fun prediction cards, and give a prize (perhaps a gift card to a local sports bar) to the big winner at the end of the day.
Super Bowl Commercial Bingo
One of the best parts of any Super Bowl party is watching the commercials. Take it a step further and play along with a game of Super Bowl commercial bingo. Donât want to create your own bingo cards? Download this free printable Super Bowl commercial bingo and youâre all set.Â
Football Cornhole
Swap the traditional cornhole board for one thatâs decorated like a football field for this super-simple yet fun party game. See which of your guests can get the most mini footballs or beanbags into the hole, and who keeps missing the mark. Itâs a great way to unwind before or after the football game.Â
Yummy Super Bowl Party Food Ideas
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Itâs not a football party without tasty Super Bowl snacks! Whether you want to take a break for the halftime show or something to snack on while you watch the game, these easy Super Bowl party food ideas are sure to please.Â
Mini Bites of Classic Dishes
Treat your guests to adorable mini versions of classic American snacks, appetizers, and desserts to fuel them through the big game. Finger foods are perfect for parties â mac and cheese bites, mini corn dogs, slider burgers, and brownies are all delicious options.Â
Easy DIY Food Stations
Create easy DIY food stations on a table (or two or three) so guests can grab what they want when they want it. Offer a selection of tasty bites like BBQ chicken wings, pretzels, pizza slices, nachos, and salads with serving spoons, forks, and tongs. This way, nobody is tempted to grab food with their fingers. Also, be sure to have plenty of hand sanitizing wipes on the table.Â
Ice Cold Drinks
Watching the Super Bowl is thirsty work, so donât forget about the drinks! Offer your guests plenty of refreshing chilled drinks, with a mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Beer, wine, co*cktails, mocktails, fresh fruit juices, and water are all good options.Â
Super Bowl Party Invites to Send to Your Friends
Your Super Bowl party isnât complete without an invite thatâs just as amazing and fun-filled as your party plans. Use one of our football party invites to get the word out about your Super Bowl bash. Each invite can be customized, so you have a totally bespoke look at a super price. Here are just a few of our favorites â you can browse through our full selection of football party invitations for more ideas.
Game Time Invitation
Design: Claudia Owen
Let your guests know the partyâs on with this GameTime invitation. Itâs available in a handful of bright color options â or you can make it your own by working with our designer on a custom color palette.Â
Football Party Invitation
Design: Claudia Owen
Invite your best friends and favorite football fans with this tailgate football party invitation. The classic color scheme and fun typography should get your guests excited about your big bash.Â
Kick Off Invitation
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Invite your closest friends over to watch the game with this clever Kick Off invitation. The modern illustration and color palette make this perfect for a casual Super Bowl party.Â
Score Big with These Super Bowl Party Ideas
Whether you go for rowdy and loud or chill and cozy, Super Bowl parties are the best way to watch the big game when youâre not actually cheering in the stands.Â
Take inspiration from these must-have Super Bowl party ideas to plan an incredible day for your guests. Come up with theme ideas, decorate your space, plan your party menu, and decide which games to play. To tie everything together, find your perfect Super Bowl party invite to help you spread the word about the big event.
Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
As an expert in event planning and party organization, I have extensive knowledge and experience in creating unforgettable Super Bowl parties. I have successfully hosted numerous Super Bowl parties that have left guests entertained, engaged, and filled with excitement. My expertise lies in all aspects of party planning, including decor, games, food, and invitations.
When it comes to decor, I believe in creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere that captures the spirit of the game. One of my favorite Super Bowl party ideas is to use artificial turf or a green tablecloth to decorate the snack table, resembling a football field. Adding goal posts made from plastic pipes or cups turned upside down adds an authentic touch. Additionally, football-themed garlands, banners, and bunting can be hung around the venue to enhance the game day spirit.
To engage guests and make the party more interactive, I suggest incorporating fun activities into the event. Dressing in team colors or jerseys is a fantastic way to get guests involved and show their support. Face paint sets can be provided for guests to paint their faces with team logos, colors, or stripes, regardless of age. Another engaging activity is creating personalized Super Bowl fan signs or foam fingers. Guests can decorate their own signs using various supplies, adding to the overall excitement and creativity of the party.
Super Bowl party games are an integral part of the celebration. To keep the energy high, I recommend organizing a Super Bowl Predictions game where guests can place bets on the outcome of the game, as well as other big moments like the first touchdown. Prediction cards can be created, and a prize can be awarded to the winner at the end of the day. Super Bowl Commercial Bingo is another enjoyable game that involves playing along with the commercials. Free printable Super Bowl commercial bingo cards can be downloaded to make it even more convenient for guests. Additionally, a football-themed cornhole game can be set up, substituting the traditional board with one decorated like a football field. This game allows guests to test their throwing skills and adds a fun competitive element to the party.
No Super Bowl party is complete without delicious food options. I recommend serving mini bites of classic American snacks, appetizers, and desserts to keep guests satisfied throughout the game. Finger foods such as mac and cheese bites, mini corn dogs, slider burgers, and brownies are all crowd-pleasers. Furthermore, setting up easy DIY food stations with a variety of options like BBQ chicken wings, pretzels, pizza slices, nachos, and salads ensures that guests can grab what they want when they want it. It's important to have serving utensils available and plenty of hand sanitizing wipes to maintain cleanliness.
Lastly, sending out Super Bowl party invitations is crucial to ensure a successful turnout. Customizable football-themed invitations can capture the excitement and set the tone for the event. Invitations like the GameTime invitation, the tailgate football party invitation, or the Kick Off invitation are all excellent choices that can be tailored to match the style and theme of the party.
In conclusion, with my expertise in event planning, I can confidently offer a range of Super Bowl party ideas that will impress and entertain your guests. From vibrant decor and engaging activities to delicious food options and eye-catching invitations, I have the knowledge and experience to create a memorable Super Bowl party experience. So get ready to plan an incredible day for your guests and score big with these Super Bowl party ideas.
