Author: Alex Hebert

It’s official, sports fans! Football season is here! Sports fans, you'll need to start gearing up and making sure your home is the place to be for whatever big game comes next, whenever that is. Of course, getting the house decorated and ready for guests for that big game is a lot of work. Which means less time you could be watching football, and nobody wants that.

Good thing we have the perfect gear and ideas to help you make the ultimate touchdown for your next game day. So put on your game face and huddle up, team. Here are some awesome tools and fantastic plays to help make your next football party a sure thing.

The Home Field Advantage

Entertaining can seem daunting. Fortunately, nobody knows your home better than you do. So, there’s no need to be intimidated.

With the proper theming and placement, guests will only be where they’re directed to be. Keep everything your guests will want and need nearby, and there won’t be any need to worry about friends wandering off and finding that one bathroom sink you keep insisting you’ll clean up when you have the time. If the presentation is on point, they’ll be even less inclined to wander off.

In summary, make sure guests know where they can find the game, the food and the bathroom you do want them to use long before the first kick off for a strong start to the festivities.

Have the Play of the Game with A Solid Spread

A party, even a party with football on the TV, just isn’t the same without the proper snacks and drinks. This can feel like a big ask, especially if the guest list is large. However, this is a task that can be an easy touchdown for you and your game day soiree. All it takes is some pre-game preparation.

Consider sending out invites ahead of the big day. Not only is that a good way to take stock and know just how much food to get, but you can also make sure to have a place for food allergies, food preferences, or any other dietary concerns. If you don’t want to go to the extra effort of invites (or maybe just forget), a simple rule of thumb is just cover a wide variety of options based on what you know for sure. Veggie trays will go a long way, especially if you find out one of your friends is now trying a vegetarian diet.

Bring it All Together with a Half-Time Worthy Presentation

So your space and your food is all set. The game is on and it’s just about to start. The only thing keeping your game day from being the one everyone will remember is the presentation. As was briefly mentioned in the first paragraph, presentation is a key to really wowing the crowd and it makes all the difference between a good party and a great one.

It's never wrong to go above and beyond to impress your party. Excited guests are showing up in their favorite jersey and team colors, blow them away with 47th Main's fantastic plate and food arrangements!

Your Game Play is Set. Now it’s Time to Get Started

OK, now that the fundamentals have been established, it’s time to put everything in motion.

Unclear on where to begin? Not a problem. Our wide selection of home décor includes everything one would need to gear up for the next big game.

A great place to start would be our Sports section. From there, you can find Signs, Door Mats and our Tailgate section. You can also check out our Wood Serving Trays, because there’s some hidden treasures in there to represent your favorite team.

Staff Favorites

Snacks Slider Server

Simple, stylish and perfect for Sliders or Wings, these server trays are made from Mango Wood with a leather strap to accent. Show off your love for your favorite team (or just for the love of the game) as well as showing off your awesome snacks with style.

Team Door Mat

Make sure that everyone, whether it’s your best friend or the loudest guy shouting for the rival team, knows exactly who you’re rooting for when they come to your front door. Perfect for the game or all year round, these Door Mats are the perfect addition for the super fan in your life. No need to panic if you’re not a Titans fan. There’s lots of teams to choose from on the website.

Condiment Platters

Paired perfectly with our Chip Bowls, Salsa and Guac sets, Chili Bowls (and Condiment sets) and Serving Platters, the Condiment Platters are the perfect way to set out your hot dog spread (or add some extra snacks) for everyone to enjoy. At the same time, you get to show off your team spirit. We have plenty of teams to pick from. It’s a win – win for everyone!