The countdown to Super Bowl Sunday is just about done, which means millions of viewers around the country will be tuning in to watch Taylor Swift’s boyfriend and Kylie Kelce’s favorite team face off (aka, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles). If you’re getting in the game day spirit with a watch party, there are a handful of ways to make the occasion more entertaining beyond sitting down to watch sports. From on-theme food and appetizers to party games and halftime activities, we’ve got you covered.
Here are nine interactive (and even cutesy) Super Bowl watch party activities to help you and your guests get into the game.
1. Puppy Bowl Pre-Watch Party
There’s simply nothing cuter than the Puppy Bowl. Animal Planet hosts this pre-game program, and as the name suggests, it mimics the Super Bowl—except the players are adorable and adoptable (!!!) puppies. Team Ruff and Team Fluff compete for the Lombark Trophy, with the event supporting animal shelters and rescues around the country. Every puppy player is up for adoption, and the feel-good program aims to raise awareness about adopting pets from shelters and rescuing abandoned animals.
If you’ve got dog lovers in your life, this sweet game is the perfect way to kick off a Super Bowl watch party. Invite them to bring their own pups and have them dress up for the occasion for an extra fun twist. This year’s 2025 Puppy Bowl XXI is scheduled at 2 p.m. Eastern / 11 a.m. Pacific Time.
2. Commercial Rating
Besides the actual game, there are two main reasons to watch the Super Bowl: the halftime show and the commercials. This simple activity will make the breaks even more entertaining by adding an interactive element: Simply buy some (or create your own) classic scorecards and hand them out so that when it’s time for the commercials, your guests can participate by giving each ad an official score. You can keep track throughout and make a game of it by comparing your party’s final ranks to online polls for the “best” Super Bowl commercial.
3. Super Bowl Bingo
Bingo and the Super Bowl go together like, well, Sundays and football. This game is fun, easy, and kid-friendly. You can find pre-made bingo cards on Etsy or get creative with making your own. Print them out, pass them out to your guests, and fill them out during the game, halftime show, and commercials. Dedicate a prize for the winning card to get everyone even more engaged.
4. DIY Football-Themed T-Shirts
Let your guests leave with more than just memories. This fun craft is perfect for pre-game activities, but it can also be completed during halftime. A few simple supplies are all you need: plain t-shirts (colors matching the teams’ are ideal), fabric paints, scissors for fun cutouts, and glitter pens, to name a few. If you’re feeling fancy, you could also try some iron-on transfers and patches.
5. Super Bowl Drinking Game
When it comes to big game drinking games, there’s no shortage of possibilities. On top of classics like beer pong and flip cup, which you can set up and play during commercial breaks and halftime, try creating rules around the game for an added engagement level. For example, take a drink every time you see an aerial view of the arena, every time a player does a unique celebration after making a play, or every time a team gets a touchdown. You can even make it competitive and separate your guests into teams.
While drinking games are usually played with alcoholic beverages, they can still be enjoyed with mocktails. Don’t let an alcohol-free party stop you from having some fun.
6. Cookie Decorating Station
Who doesn’t love cookies? Take your game day menu a step further by offering a decorate-your-own football cookie station. This simple activity takes a bit of prep, but it’s a cute (and tasty!) way to add some extra flavor to your party. You can buy pre-made cookies, use a cookie mix, or make cookies from scratch—whatever you have the time and energy for. Then prepare some decorating supplies that fit your party’s theme. For instance, opt for icing in the Chiefs and Eagles’ colors, football-themed sprinkles, and more.
7. Super Bowl Trivia
Want to test your football knowledge? Have fun creating a Super Bowl trivia game for you and your friends to play during halftime. Simply prepare questions based on previous games, such as: “Who won the 2020 Super Bowl?” or “How many times have the Kansas Chiefs won the Super Bowl?” and see who is the most on top of their football facts. Break into teams and keep track of the score for a fun prize (or bragging rights), or just shout out questions and answers without keeping score.
8. Themed Friendship Bracelets
Queue The Alchemy: Taylor Swift fans have officially entered the chat. Merge the best of both worlds and set up a small crafting station for DIY friendship bracelets with beads to honor each team. Your guests can make their own bracelets to support the team they’re cheering for and even trade with others throughout the party (like true Swifties).
9. Photo Booth Station
A photo booth station is a sweet way to engage your guests and memorialize the event—and you don’t need an actual photo booth to do it. Simply decorate an area with a plain background (a blank wall, curtain, or backdrop will do), add some Super Bowl-themed props and accessories, and set up a camera. There’s no need to get fancy here: a Polaroid or disposable camera snaps the most adorable film photos. Finish off the space by creating a custom sign to display in front of your booth.
