Will you watch the Super Bowl for the game, the commercials, or as an excuse to eat as many chicken wings as you want? Whatever your reason, Big Game parties come with more etiquette rules than you may realize.
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The Super Bowl party is not the best time to catch up with a friend you haven't seen in a while. If you both agree that football is not your priority, pick a spot away from the TV to chat while the game is playing. But remember that everyone in the room will likely be able to hear you, so if you are loud during the game, you can't shush others during the commercials.
YES! Serve a veggie plate next to it for people who care, or make the night a potluck so others can bring what they want to eat. Have those once-a-year treats, and enjoy them. Just don't push your delicious nachos on guests who don't want them. After all, with less people splurging, there will be more for you!
Of course! Trash talk is part of the fun. However, you might want to have a spare TV in the basement or bedroom. If things get too dicey, be prepared to separate your fans.
In most cases, you should find somewhere new to sit. But if you really want to keep your seat, try this: As you get up, shout "fives!" This reserves your seat for five minutes. If your crowd accepts this, you are good - but make sure to come back quickly. However, if someone comes by, sees the empty seat and screams "MOVE YOUR FEET, LOSE YOUR SEAT" before sitting down, then you better find a new place to park.
It's best to join in to some degree. If you really don't want to play, offer to be the official judge of the game, though this may involve you counting talking animals or "wardrobe malfunction" mentions. But try to participate. After all, you are a guest and sometimes you just have to play by the house rules.
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We always talk and scream thought the game but it is suddenly quiet during commercial time...dont want to miss anything!
I try not to talk too much during the actual game for the people who want to watch!
Not a sports fan but love the super bowl food.
I will avoid all of the faux pas because I probably won't watch the game.....I'll curl up with a good book! :)
Ha...not to run out toilet paper !!
I can't deal with the big crowds! Too many emotions! I make our chips and queso and we get wings, and my husband and kids enjoy the game in the comfort of our home!
Talking during commercials
I say yes to all of the above. You have to have fun with the game. That means eating and talking!
We will avoid the hangries by having enough food to last through the pregame, game and postgame!! Thanks, #SheSpeaks! #SheSpeaksUp #BigGamePartyRules
These are great and not having enough food for your guests is a good one too.
I do not watch. I am usually working a party.
I agree with the etiquette rules. I know some people are really into the game and respect that so I want to do more chatting, then I make sure those of us that want to do that are in our own area. Love the idea of "Fives"!! Never heard that before but will totally use it!!
Not having enough yummy food
Knowing what snacks to serve that everyone will love!
Having small talk during the game