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8 Game Day Essentials for Your Football Party

A bird's-eye view of a table full of game day snacks.

Written by Jennifer Heilbron

Football season is here, friends. There’s no getting around it. (Oops, did I just say that out loud?) Okay, fine. Football is fun! Football is family! Football IS FOOD! Yep, that’s what I think of when I think of game day: All the delicious eats! From chips and dip to chili and cheesesteak, I will happily attend your game day gathering and even cheer loudly (remind me who’s playing again?)!

So, if you’re thinking about hosting a game day party, you’ve come to the right place because Evite has plenty of football-themed invitations and I have loads of decor recs. From college bowl games to Halftime Bowl (that is what they call it, right?), I’ve rounded up some fantastic football party essentials to elevate your hosting game. And yes, I’ve absolutely included a few items to elevate your snack game, too. Because priorities.

Best Super Bowl Party Supplies

1

Folding Ice Cooler Table

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119.99

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This table is genius. Sure, you can load it with beers, but I love the idea of making it a Bloody Mary bar, fully outfitted with all the essentials like olives, celery, bacon and even shrimp cocktail!

2

Football Stadium Serving Tray

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37.64

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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Football is about the food. Load up this stadium platter with all the chips and dip you can fit. Buy two and use the other for popcorn and sweet treats!

3

Football-Themed Brown Plastic Cups

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9.54

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Taking a brown solo cup and drawing white stripes on the cup to look like a football would be a cool DIY project. But guess what? Life is busy and Amazon already has ones ready to go. You’re welcome.

4

Beer Pong Table

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84.13

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This folding table is compact when folded and amazingly fun when hosting a game day party! Plus, the underside ball storage is a huge bonus when your party people start getting rowdy.

5

Cornhole

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79.99

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Are the Greek life feels coming back yet? If you’re going to play beer pong, then my goodness, you HAVE to have cornhole, too. I love the vintage look of this set—and the fact that it's portable!

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22-Inch Football Balloons

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8.99

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Go big or go home when it comes to decor. These football balloons add the perfect festive touch. Inexpensive and easy to blow up, this is an add-to-cart moment.

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Distressed Black Tray with Handles

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60.07

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1. Take a large, distressed tray and fill it with chips, cornbread or rolls. 2. Set up bowls of toppings. 3. Place a large cast iron dish with chili nearby, and boom baby, your chili board is ready.

8

Crock Pot 6-Quart Slow Cooker

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97.79

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Making chili in the slower cooker is a game-day go-to, but I also use mine for queso or pulled pork. Plus, they come in handy for meal prep during the school week!

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And if you’re looking to kick your watch party up a notch, why not bring the competitive spirit right into your living room? Download our free, printable betting squares PDF here to really keep your guests on their toes all Super Bowl long.

Jennifer is a writer, mom of 3 and shopaholic. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, 3 sons and endless amounts of Amazon deliveries.

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