4 Secrets For Hosting The Perfect GoT Viewing Party

With only a couple of episodes left, every episode deserves it's own epic watch party.

Many of us are still recovering from last weeks episode. With only a few episodes left watching an episode of GoT involves cheering your favorite characters on with friends and family members. Not everyone can, or even wants to, see the episode live and they run the risk of spoilers. For everyone else, a local home makes a great venue to host a viewing party for almost any major episode. There is so much you can do with such a big , so here are four secrets to help you as you are in the planning stages.

Get the Decorations and Costumes Ready

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A party is always more appealing if the venue is made to look festive. This is where you can get really creative. Consider something that invokes the theme of the sport. Put up your favorite team’s souvenirs and help everyone to get into the spirit of the occasion. If you have children, this is also a great way to get them involved. You can blow up balloons in the colors of your favorite house and get other party favorites ready.

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Games can last a long time. If there is a half time involved, that is the perfect opportunity for some snacks to be laid out. Consider something that is not messy and does not encourage spills. This will make you much happier in the aftermath. Chips and salsa are always popular favorites, but you can also go for something more creative and unique. Many of your guests will nibble all game long, so have your snacks strategically placed throughout the viewing area. If you’re up for it you can make themed snacks or themed drinks.

Planning the Food

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If you are hosting a party, then you should be aware that food forms a major part of the planning process. People like to eat, particularly when they are watching the series finale in a party like atmosphere. Know who you are inviting, what they like to eat, and if there are any allergies to take into account. Shake Shack just came out with a secret menu with GoT inspired burgers. You can make yours at home. You can’t go wrong with brioche buns and burgers. Add some spice to get that dragon breath and some thick cut fries. Guests can bring sides to share. If you don’t want to grill burgers, you can bake breaded chicken patties burgers. Add buffalo sauce and coleslaw for a tangy alternate.

Plan Activities for the Kids

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Children do not always have a great attention span and can distract their parents trying to watch GoT. They would rather be playing themselves. Rather than trying to get them to settle down, consider having some age appropriate activities planned just for them. This will make them feel a part of the event, and it will allow those who are watching the game a bit more solitude in which to do their cheering. This can be dragon coloring pages as they watch a medieval kids show in the room next door. These are four secrets that you will want to consider as you plan for the big event. If you put a bit of thought into this ahead of time, you and everyone invited are almost certain to enjoy the viewing party that much more. In the end, it is all about spending time with good friends and family, all the while hoping that your favorite character ends up alive.