It is that time again! The culmination of the NFL football season is on Super Bowl Sunday. It’s really three experiences in one: the game itself, the half-time entertainment, and the commercials. And, they’re all likely to be epic!
Super Bowl LVI is on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. It will be between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. The kick-off is at 3:30 pm local time (5:30 pm CST). As anticipation builds to a fever pitch, come up with a game plan for a party to remember. Make your Super Bowl get-together as epic as the events of the day!
A Half-Century of Super Bowls
The very first Super Bowl was on January 15, 1967. The Green Bay Packers and Kansas City Chiefs took the field at the Los Angeles Coliseum. The Packers, coached by the legendary Vince Lombardi, won 35-10. More than a half-century later, the tradition of the Super Bowl permeates American culture more than ever.
Creating the Perfect Super Bowl Party Setup
There are endless vendors ready to supply you with every football-themed decoration you’ll ever need. Here are some ideas for putting together a Super Bowl party your guests will talk about for a long time to come.
Preparation
Party prep includes letting your guests know of your plans. Lend an air of authenticity to your festivities with themed invitations. The vendors at Etsy offer a creative selection of Super Bowl party invitations — some mimic actual SB LVI tickets! Encourage your guests to don their favorite football jerseys and other team gear. Supplement their attire with novel additions like eye black kits and pom-poms. Consider a complete Super Bowl party decoration kit.
Give your guests options for relaxing and getting comfortable. Guests can easily move bean bags and inflatable chairs to favored viewing angles.
One of the best times to upgrade your TV is in the days before the Super Bowl. Elevate your guests’ viewing experience by synchronizing a 4K LED TV, soundbar, and Bluetooth wireless speakers. Or, consider a TV projector to cast a large image on a screen or white wall.
Add some sparkle to your party with creative lighting. Have fun decorating your place with LED rope lights. Consider LED string or tape lights as well. Another great option is buying the indoor/outdoor variety for reuse when the holiday season arrives. They burn cool, and they are energy-efficient.
Staging
There are endless ways to turn your place into your own personal stadium. In America, football’s popularity means that you’ll find every kind of football-themed decoration imaginable. Etsy is a source for many unique Super Bowl products. Stock up on items that go with your food and drink, everything from table cloths and plastic drink cups to cardboard plates and cocktail napkins.
Consider specialty items like snack helmets, football mason jars, and SB LVI etched glass tumblers. You can further accessorize your setup with novelties like AstroTurf coasters and football drink stirrers. You can even chill drinks or food in an inflatable football field cooler.
Finally, supercharge that team spirit with a face painting kit or two. Add some spray-on hair dye, and you’ll be posting colorful selfies for everyone to enjoy.
Treats and Refreshments
Stock up on beer, soda, and flavored waters. Consider a signature cocktail for each team based on team colors, mascot, or location. Add a little food coloring to synchronize your refreshments and the competing teams. Town and Country and Taste of Home both offer an assortment of Super Bowl cocktail drinks — some are easily served by the pitcher, freeing your resident mixologist to enjoy more of the game.
Prepare some boneless wings to please any palate, from mild to super spicy, and serve them with popular dipping sauces like ranch and bleu cheese. Be sure to treat your guests to reliable standards like pizza, nachos, and wings. But don’t be afraid to get creative with beer cheese chicken pretzel sliders, jalapeño poppers, or Panamanian beef empanadas. Try panko-crusted avocado fries as a french fry alternative.
Sweet treats include team cookies replete with the numbers of favorite players. Make a Super Bowl cake with an edible cake topper. Or, how about a S’more cookie cake? Still brainstorming? Check out these 50 Super Bowl dessert ideas from Taste of Home.
Party Fun and Games
There are plenty of games that will take your Super Bowl party to the next level. Stage a “craziest costume” contest, or play a little football bingo or Super Bowl commercial bingo. Download the designs for free and print them up before the big game. Alternatively, see who’s got the best crystal ball during a predictions game.
Going Virtual
There are a variety of reasons why you may want to opt for a virtual gathering this year. If so, consider these tips. Accentuate that feeling of togetherness by agreeing to a mutual menu beforehand. Coordinate your drinks, snacks, entrees, and desserts. Before the big event, add a virtual background related to your favorite team. Or, add posters and photos to the wall behind you. You could even play some recorded crowd noise in the background.
Thorough preparation is key to a successful virtual gathering. Learn how to set up your Zoom room well in advance of the big game. Practice inviting friends and family to join in the festivities. Try out Zoom’s many features, selecting those that you feel will add to your Super Bowl virtual party. Rely on Zoom how-to videos to better navigate the system.
Let the party begin! After all the memorable festivities, you’ll be ready to do your very own touchdown dance!
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Super Bowl LVI is on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. It will be between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. The kick-off is at 3:30 pm local time (5:30 pm CST). Make your Super Bowl get-together as epic as the events of the day!
