Game night can mean cheering on your favourite team, starting a new video game, or gathering everyone around the table for some friendly competition. However you play, a few well-chosen extras can make the night even better. Venngo can help you save on the technology, food, entertainment, and live experiences that bring it all together.
First, choose your game
There is no single way to do game night. You could:
- Catch a live sports matchup from the best seat in the house
- Team up (or face off) in a multiplayer video game
- Break out the board games and invite everyone over
- Head out and cheer for a Canadian team in person
- A build-your-own nacho bar
- Pizza and wings for a big matchup
- Popcorn with a mix of sweet and salty toppings
- A snack draft where every guest brings one pick
- Quick desserts served at halftime or between rounds
- Toronto Tempo
- Toronto Sceptres
- Toronto FC
- Toronto Argonauts
- Hamilton Tiger-Cats
- Ottawa REDBLACKS
- Montreal Alouettes
- Saskatchewan Roughriders
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Pick what sounds fun, choose your players and let the games begin!
Give everyone a better view
If the action is happening on-screen, your setup matters. A Samsung TV can bring sports, movies and console games to the big screen, so nobody has to crowd around for a better look. If you play on a computer or want a setup that can handle work and entertainment, explore available offers from Samsung, Lenovo and HP Canada.
Comfort counts too (especially when a close game goes into overtime). Herman Miller seating can help make longer sessions more comfortable, while EFFYDESK offers flexible desk options for gaming, streaming or a multipurpose home setup.
Turn up the atmosphere
The right sound can make a last-minute goal feel bigger and pull you further into a new game. Sonos speakers and sound systems can help fill the room when everyone is watching together.
For video games, SteelSeries accessories can add more control and immersion to your setup.
Sennheiser headphones are another option when you want detailed sound or need to keep the competition quiet after the rest of the house has gone to bed.
Find your next game
Sometimes the hardest part of game night is deciding what to play. Xbox and Nintendo eShop gift cards make it easy to download something new, add extra content to a current favourite or find a multiplayer title the whole group can join. They can also make a fun prize for the winner, or a thank-you gift for the host who organized everything.
Before buying, ask the group what kind of night they want. Cooperative games are great when everyone would rather work together. Party games keep things light. A tournament adds some friendly stakes for more competitive players.
Feed the competition
With plenty of easy meal and snack options, everyone can stay fueled and enjoy more of the action.
Factor's ready-to-heat meals can keep dinner simple, while HelloFresh can turn the meal itself into part of the evening. Give everyone a task, put on some music and make something together before the competition begins.
Want to be the host with the most? Use KitchenAid tools to whip up homemade dips, desserts and crowd favourites, or save on game-night essentials with grocery, restaurant and food-delivery eGift cards available through Venngo!
A few easy game-night ideas include:
Keep the food easy to share and even easier to clean up.
Join the crowd and cheer for your team!
Game night does not have to happen in your living room. Make it a night out and experience the action live!
Depending on the team, season and available offers, Venngo can help you look for tickets to Canadian sports, including:
Turn it into a group outing, plan a family night or surprise a sports fan with tickets. Team schedules and offer availability vary, so log in to see what is currently available.
Make it yours
You do not need an elaborate setup to make game night memorable. Pick the game, gather your people and add the food, technology or live experience that fits the occasion.
Log in to Venngo to explore available offers and start planning your next game night.