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Home » Deals and Coupons » How to have a Minnesota Vikings Game Day Party

How to have a Minnesota Vikings Game Day Party

Posted by Marybeth | Read 46 Comments

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how to have a minnesota vikings partyThe thing I like most about football is community. I was born and raised in Minnesota, so my only choice for “favorite football team” is the Minnesota Vikings, but their wins or losses don’t weigh on me at all.

What do I care about when it comes to Vikings’ games? Making sure everyone has a beverage in hand, plenty of food to eat, a place to watch the game and a place to chat (with me!) if you’re not interested in the plays, the penalties or the score.

I’m excited to share that I’ve partnered with P&G and Family Dollar to share all the ways those brands helped me host a “Gather ‘Em Up for a Game Day” Minnesota Vikings game day party!

family dollar shopping listMy first order of business was heading to Family Dollar to pick up food, drinks and some supplies to help me get the house prepped for the party. I also needed a few things that would help with the cleanup after the game was over.

When I arrived at Family Dollar it struck me that I had never actually been inside a Family Dollar store. It was a pleasant shopping experience, and I found exactly what I needed in a short amount of time. I love those one-stop shopping trips!

pepsi at family dollarI picked out some Pepsi beverages. I was tempted to buy everything in those cool old-fashioned glass bottles, but there wasn’t enough variety. I ended up sticking to 2-liters.

lays at family dollarThen I found a great display with a variety of Lays chips. I wanted to buy one of each!

After grabbing the food and drinks, I hit up the household area to pick up some Charmin toilet paper and Bounty paper towels, plus some cleaning products.

how to have a vikings football partyWhen game day came around,  I took advantage of fun printable football decorations. I printed out some printable Minnesota Vikings decorations and even customized a Game Day sign with our last name.

You can download  your own FREE printable football party decorations: Check out the printable NFL pennant banners (there’s a design for every NFL team!) and the customizable Game Day Welcome Sign.

minnesota vikings party ideas

Getting the house ready for a game day party essentially meant putting things back where they belong and wiping down all surfaces. Between our Swiffer, Swiffer Duster and plain Swiffer cloths, cleaning was a breeze! Finally, countertops got a spray of cleaner and then were wiped down with water mixed with a few drops of Dawn dish soap.

After stocking the bathroom with Charmin and putting out rolls of Bounty paper towels for mid-party spills and cleanups, the house was ready!

The party started. We ate, drank soda, talked about the Vikings (there wasn’t actually a game on when everyone came over!) and my husband showed everyone some great Youtube clips of fantastic football moments.

Everyone LOVED the printable Minnesota Vikings banners I had put up on the wall behind the food. They were excited that the printable images were available for every team for FREE. I know several of them are just waiting to read this so they can print some of their own!

minnesota vikings game partyAnd when it was all done, all those handy P&G products certainly came in handy for cleanup. Plus, my nephew won a prize pack to take home with him. I love that I was able to share some products with my family!

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I had so much fun both preparing for and hosting our Gather ‘Em Up for a Game Day party. I loved being introduced to Family Dollar, and I’ll definitely be stopping there again when I need groceries, soda, household items or anything else!

Disclosure: Thanks to both P&G and Family Dollar for making this post possible! 

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About Marybeth

I'm Marybeth - Mom of 2, wife to 1, pet mom to 3. I love finding fun activities to do with my kids, going on adventures, watching movies and baking delicious treats! I used to climb the corporate ladder, now I spend my days caring for my family and spoiling my handicapped dog.

Comments

  1. Tracy Iglesias says

    2014-09-17 at 3:05 am

    I don’t think I have a Family Dollar location near me, but it looks like you were able to really stock up! Looks like a fun game day party! 🙂

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-17 at 11:18 pm

      Oh, it’s too bad that you don’t have a store near you. It’s a great place to shop for plenty of necessities!

      Reply
  2. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    2014-09-17 at 4:50 am

    I am at Family Dollar at least once a week. They have just about everything for a kickin’ party, huh?

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-17 at 11:19 pm

      They really do! I’ll definitely be visiting more often now that I know what’s there.

      Reply
  3. deb says

    2014-09-17 at 7:45 am

    I haven’t shopped at Family Dollar in a long time. Looks like I need to make a trip and check them out.

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  4. Janel (A Mom's Take) says

    2014-09-17 at 8:05 am

    For some reason I always forget about Family Dollar, and I don’t know why. A brand new Family Dollar just opened up down the road from me. I should go in and take a look around.

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  5. Debbie L. says

    2014-09-17 at 11:25 am

    I don’t think we have a Family Dollar in our area – I will check. Looks like a fun party but I do hope the VIKINGS lose – sorry I am a BEARS fan 🙂

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-17 at 11:22 pm

      Wow! You must be a big fan to challenge my team choice like that 😉

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  6. Pam says

    2014-09-17 at 3:16 pm

    Looks like a great party! Family Dollar is a great place to get deals for parties.

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  7. Chrystal @ YUM eating says

    2014-09-17 at 3:20 pm

    We have a Family Dollar now. I like their coupons. It makes them cheaper than the other dollar store.

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-17 at 11:26 pm

      Now THIS I must check out! I’m always up for bargain shopping!

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  8. Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says

    2014-09-17 at 3:26 pm

    I totally use football season as an excuse to make and EAT gameday/tailgating foods. TOTALLY! I’m like you too though, the first order of business is always getting the house ready for friends or family. We have a Family Dollar in our town and I’m in there all the time! Love it, and the savings!

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-18 at 10:56 am

      Thanks so much for your comment. Maybe someday we’ll get to party together on a game day 🙂

      Reply
  9. Lindsey Paris says

    2014-09-17 at 3:51 pm

    Holy cow, that is a HUGE amount of party supplies. Have a great time and clean up easily, too.

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  10. Rosey says

    2014-09-17 at 5:51 pm

    I’d love to get all of the new flavors of Lays and put them out for a party. We have Detroit Lion parties here though. 😉

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  11. Ben @ Cheap is the New Classy says

    2014-09-17 at 6:02 pm

    I love Family Dollar. They’ve got great prices, and their products aren’t weird off brands that you look at sideways. Awesome.

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-18 at 11:11 am

      That’s a great way to look at it, Ben. I know what you mean about those weird off brands!

      Reply
  12. Marina says

    2014-09-17 at 6:04 pm

    What a great party. It looks so easy, and I love how affordable it is to do with Family Dollar.

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  13. Liz Mays says

    2014-09-17 at 6:05 pm

    This looks like a great party setup. I love how affordable it is, and that I can get it all in one place.

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  14. Bridgette says

    2014-09-17 at 7:52 pm

    Your Vikings are coming to NOLA this weekend! We will be watching the game so thanks for the great party ideas! Go Saints! LOL!

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-17 at 11:23 pm

      Lol, Bridgette! We’ll just cheer for our own teams and stay friends 🙂 xo

      Reply
  15. Carly Anderson says

    2014-09-17 at 9:59 pm

    I love that Family Dollar has so many items for a football party! You have a beautiful kitchen, by the way!

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-17 at 11:25 pm

      Oh gosh, I have to say, that’s not my kitchen. I wish it was, though!

      Reply
  16. MommaDJane says

    2014-09-17 at 10:50 pm

    I love the personalized party decor. Have fun hosting!

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  17. Camesha says

    2014-09-17 at 11:16 pm

    This looks like the makings of a good party. If only I liked football. It seems everyone I know loves it. I just never got into it.

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-17 at 11:21 pm

      It’s ok, I’m not really into it either. I just like the idea of getting friends and family together, feeding people and rooting for the same team. Which team? It really doesn’t matter to me 🙂

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  18. Christie says

    2014-09-18 at 12:16 am

    You are definitely stocked with supplies for your party! We use lots of great P&G products

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  19. Stacie says

    2014-09-18 at 7:42 am

    I hit up Family Dollar a couple times a month. They do have everything!

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  20. Ronni says

    2014-09-18 at 7:42 am

    I could do the same thing but for a Bears party, right? 😉

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  21. Jenn says

    2014-09-18 at 7:43 am

    I love stores like this. 1 stop, find everything you need!
    You look all set there for the party!

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  22. Tracey says

    2014-09-18 at 9:59 am

    This looks like so much fun! It’s so handy to have a 1 stop shop like that too!

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  23. Melinda says

    2014-09-18 at 10:03 am

    this puts me int he mood to have a gameday party. love how they have everything needed

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  24. Veronica says

    2014-09-18 at 11:48 am

    Family Dollar is a great place to get good stuff for not a lot of cash. I guess it id football snacks headquarters

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  25. Lisa says

    2014-09-18 at 1:29 pm

    Football parties are the best! I always eat way too much deliciousness but it’s wroth it!

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  26. Elizabeth Ferree says

    2014-09-18 at 2:05 pm

    Oh I absolutely LOVE the Family Dollar store, we have one just down the road. I also love that they sell the giant gatorades (sp) for only $2. I don’t get them often but when I do it is worth the price. We recently ran down there to get a $5 mouse because mine was busted. This is definitely the place to hit up if you are having a party. I love that little man you have there.

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    • Marybeth Hamilton says

      2014-09-19 at 7:58 pm

      My husband lives off Gatorade in the summer. I’ll have to go back and get some for him!

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  27. Shannon Gosney says

    2014-09-18 at 4:22 pm

    I love party ideas! This definitely sounds like one our friends would love to attend!

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  28. Ann Bacciaglia says

    2014-09-18 at 4:51 pm

    We are a Hockey family and these snacks would be great for hockey night. I love our local dollar store you can really stock up for a great price. Great tips thanks for sharing.

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  29. Barbie's Beauty Bits says

    2014-09-18 at 5:51 pm

    This is awesome! I noticed soda in a bottle in one of the photo’s! I’d like to try that for old time sake. There is a Family Dollar up the street, I’ve never been their before. Looks like I need to check it out!

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  30. Jeanine says

    2014-09-18 at 6:12 pm

    How awesome! We could do this for soccer night! I wish we had a family dollar here in TO!

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  31. Lara says

    2014-09-19 at 8:20 am

    It’s great that there are still places to find great deals! Love the snowman, by the way!!

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  32. kristin says

    2014-09-19 at 10:19 am

    How awesome!!! Nice to know there are ways to save and find great deals right right in your neighborhood.

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  33. Amanda says

    2014-09-20 at 7:49 pm

    I love Family Dollar! They have everything I need at at the right price!

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  34. Debbie Denny says

    2014-10-01 at 5:25 am

    Sounds like a great party. Family Dollar has so many things.

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  35. oncallcentral says

    2019-04-28 at 2:21 am

    HeyWhat do I care about when it comes to Vikings’ games? Making sure everyone has a beverage in hand, plenty of food to eat, a place to watch the game and a place to chat (with me!) if you’re not interested in the plays, the penalties or the score.

    Reply
  36. laura says

    2019-07-06 at 3:39 am

    Great article!
    It is always good to plan to spend your holiday in a villa. By booking a villa you can enjoy your vacation with your family.
    Villas are not as expensive to rent as people might think and a villa provide you various facilities for example – games rooms with pool tables, darts boards etc, 3D TV’s, Blu-ray players, playstations, board games.
    Thanks for such a nice post and I also like your vacation pictures:-)

    Reply

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