How to Throw a Game Day Party the Whole Family Will Enjoy

Getting ready for Super Bowl or College Bowl games with these great game day entertaining tips.

Author:: Kristin Swenson
Publish date:: Jan 29, 2020

Whether you're in it for the game or the party - everyone loves a great game day bash! Since we've got kids, when it comes to watching football we try to make it a family affair. We put together our favorite party tips to tell you how to throw a game day party the while family will enjoy.

You're Invited to a Super Bowl Party

Clean and simple invitations for our Super Bowl party were designed in HP Photo Creations and printed on our HP Envy.

We scored big with decor from Oriental Trading and decided on a turf and referee inspired theme. A green football field tablecloth roll provides the perfect table runner and pops of black and white help to set the game day tone.

Disposable products keep things causal and simple - and this glass beverage dispenser, also from Oriental Trading, is fantastic for serving infused water. We love using cake stands in unconventional ways, and this lovely milk glass cake plate from Minted allows guests easy access to the refreshing water.

Setting the Game Day Menu

A mix of items, to satisfy everyone, is a party must have. We included typical game day finger foods - sliders, fries and chips - along with healthier fare including baked wings, veggies and fruit. Just pack them up in Tupperware and bring along the disposable goods to Tailgate! Here's more ideas on appetizers.

Honey-Soy Chicken Wings Recipe

Ingredients

about 20 whole chicken wings - tips cut off.
1 cup soy sauce.
3 tablespoons honey.
2 tablespoons sesame oil.
2 tablespoons fresh ginger - chopped and peeled.
2 tablespoons chopped garlic.
1/2 cup white distilled vinegar.

Directions for Honey-Soy Chicken Wings Recipe

Mix the ingredients in a large bowl. Add the chicken and refrigerate overnight. Preheat oven to 400° F, arrange wings on baking sheets and pour marinade into a saucepan. Roast wings for about one hour occasionally basting with marinade. Boil the remaining marinade for a few minutes until thickened and serve as a dipping sauce.

Pigs in a blanket have made a comeback on the party scene, and they are so easy to whip up with mini turkey or beef dogs and a can of crescent rolls.

The Little Touches

Create simple cupcake toppers by sandwiching toothpicks in-between two puffy football stickers and secure with a glue gun.

These fun chocolate dipped football strawberries are so simple to make! Simply melt Wilton chocolate candy melts, dip the strawberries into the chocolate and cool in the fridge. Add a decorative football element with white icing.