The Big Game sneaks up on everyone.
One minute you’re casually talking about the matchup, and the next you’re hosting a house full of people asking, “What time are we eating?” before kickoff even starts.
The good news? Planning a great Big Game party doesn’t have to be stressful — and it definitely doesn’t mean spending the entire day in the kitchen.
Here’s how to plan a Big Game party that actually feels fun… for you and your guests.
Start With the Right Mindset: This Is a Grazing Event
The biggest mistake people make is planning Big Game food like it’s a sit-down dinner. It’s not.
People eat before the game, during the game, at halftime, and after the game. Plates get built, abandoned, rebuilt, and refilled. That means your food should be:
✔ Easy to grab
✔ Easy to share
✔ Easy to eat while standing or sitting on a couch
Think sliders, wings, BBQ trays, and comfort sides — not anything that requires a knife and fork and perfect timing.
Pick a Few Crowd Favorites (Not Everything)
You don’t need 15 different dishes. You need a few things everyone actually wants.
A winning Big Game spread usually includes:
✔ One or two main meats (pulled pork or chicken, sliced or shredded brisket, baby back or st. louis ribs)
✔ Wings (always more than you think)
✔ Sliders or small sandwiches
✔ A couple of comfort sides
When you try to do too much, you end up stressed and exhausted. When you focus on the classics, people leave full and happy.
Wings Are Not Optional
It doesn’t matter who’s playing — wings are the MVP of the Big Game.
They’re easy to eat, easy to share, and they disappear fast. Bone-in, boneless, sauced, plain — people will find them.
Pro tip:
If you’re debating between “enough wings” and “a little extra,” always choose extra. There is no such thing as leftover wings on Big Game Sunday.
Sliders Solve a Lot of Problems
Sliders are one of the smartest things you can put out for a Big Game party.
Why?
✔ People can try more than one thing
✔ Portions stay manageable
✔ They’re easy to hold during the game
Burger sliders, chicken sliders, pulled pork sliders — they all work, and they all go fast.
Don’t Forget the Sides (They Matter More Than You Think)
Sides aren’t just filler — they balance the meal.
Creamy, comforting sides like mac & cheese, baked beans, creamed spinach, or cornbread help stretch the food and keep people satisfied without overloading on meat alone.
Good sides also hold well, which is key when food sits out over a few hours.
Order Ahead (Future You Will Be Very Grateful)
The Big Game is one of the busiest food days of the year. The best items sell out, kitchens get slammed, and last-minute plans usually lead to disappointment.
Ordering ahead means:
✔ Better availability
✔ Less stress
✔ No scrambling on game day
It also lets you actually enjoy your party instead of tracking cooking times and oven space.
Packages Exist for a Reason
If you don’t want to think about quantities, timing, or balance, this is where packages shine.
A good Big Game package is built to:
✔ Feed a crowd
✔ Include variety
✔ Eliminate guesswork
They’re designed by people who do this every year — and they take the pressure off you completely.
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Order Easy, Stress-Free BBQ for the Big Game
When you’re planning a Big Game party, the last thing you want to do is juggle phone calls or worry about whether your order got through. That’s why we made it ultra-simple to place your BBQ catering order online.
Head to Online Catering Order Page and you’ll find:
✔ All Big Game packages (PUNT + TOUCHDOWN)
✔ Full menu of trays, sliders, wings, sides & more
✔ Easy pickup scheduling for your party day
✔ A clean, fast checkout — no surprises
Just browse the options, choose what you want, pick your date and time, and complete your order. It’s BBQ lined up, without the hassle.
Whether you’re feeding a small group or a full-on game-day crew, ordering online lets you get back to the fun — not the phone.
How Much Food Do I Need?
This is the question everyone asks — and the answer is always a little more than you think. Big Game parties are all-day grazing events, not one-and-done meals.
Here’s a simple way to plan:
✔ Small group (4–6 people)
Plan on 2–3 pounds of total meat, 20–30 wings, and 2–3 sides. Sliders are a great way to add variety without overdoing it.
✔ Medium group (8–12 people)
Plan on 4–6 pounds of meat, 40–60 wings, and 3–4 sides. This is the sweet spot for BBQ packages — everything stays balanced and easy.
✔ Large group (15–20+ people)
Plan on 8–10+ pounds of meat, 75–100 wings, and 5 or more sides. Sliders and ribs help keep everyone full and happy.
Quick rule of thumb:
Wings disappear first. Sliders go faster than expected. Leftovers are never a bad thing.
If you don’t want to do the math, ordering a Big Game package takes the guesswork out — and lets you actually enjoy the game.
