Tips for Hosting a March Madness Party

It’s that time of year again—the snow is finally melting, the days are getting longer, and basketball season is heating up! Here are a few tips for hosting a successful March Madness Party that your guests will be raving about long after the tournament is over!

• Send out blank game brackets prior to the start of the tournament (or use one of the many resources online to help guests fill out their brackets). Ask guests to bring their picks to your party so you can compare teams. It will also give your friends someone to cheer for in case they're not big college hoops fans.

• Create a college/basketball trivia game for your guests to play during breaks about the teams that are playing in the tournament. Include non-sports related questions for your guests who aren't as knowledgeable about the game but are still up on their college trivia.

• Store drinks in a cooler to create a “game-like” atmosphere. Serve up gatorade, hot dogs, and pretzels to give off the game day vibe. 

• Have a contest for the most passionate fan. Encourage guests to wear the gear from their favorite teams and encourage your own competition at the party. 

• Surprise your guests with fun party favors like foam fingers, whistles, and tropheys for the winners of the trivia contest and "most passionate fan" contest.

Enjoy Planning.
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