How To Host A Backyard Casino Party Like A Pro

Christmas and New Year – believe it or not – are now in the rearview mirror. That can only mean one thing. Although there are still a few more months of winter to weather, eyes are eagerly turning toward spring.

Hosting outdoor events is one of the highlights of the sunny days returning, and if you’re already itching to dust off the barbecue and get grilling… we’ve got the perfect tips for you. Games, good food, great drinks – what more could one want from an outdoor summer (or spring if you’re very eager) gathering?

So, let’s get the coals lit and the meat cooking on this party theme.

Games

First up, let’s think about entertainment. What games will you be offering your guests? If you’re thinking of an adults-only get together, you’ve got a fair few options, but you’ll want to select ones that hit the right note for your guests. Board games can be a good start, but for a really memorable afternoon, you might want something a little more refined. In that case, it may be best to turn your eyes to the casino for inspiration.

How does setting up a blackjack table, organizing a poker tournament, and cracking out a box of dice for craps sound? Your friends will love it. There’s immense fun to be had in putting together this kind of gaming environment, with something for everyone to enjoy. Assign one of your friends to be the live dealer and your games are bound to be a success.

You can even check out online casinos in advance if you need a bit of inspiration and you want to learn a few tricks of the trade. If you’re thinking of hosting your own games, why not see how a top live dealer casino operates before you start?

You can do this from the comfort of your home, and keeping an eye on the dealer while you play will give you some great ideas for how to manage this kind of setup like a pro. Being a dealer takes quite a dab hand – it’s not just throwing the cards on the table. Take a leaf from a professional’s book and you’ll pretty much guarantee that your guests will have a great time.

It’s a good idea to make sure you’ve got a few decks of cards handy for this kind of setup, plus some dice so that everyone can split off into groups and have fun. You might even learn some great new card games with this kind of afternoon!

Food

Of course, nobody’s going to be enjoying the cards if their stomachs are empty, and after all, food is one of the biggest attractions of the outdoor party. You should make sure you’ve got plenty of options, enough to fill the hungriest guest’s stomach, and enough time to cook them before guests get too antsy – those are the keys to success at a good outdoor party. Remember, food is a huge element at your typical high-end casino, so make sure your backyard version doesn’t disappoint.

It’s well worth checking things like how long to grill drumsticks and other meats before party day arrives, so you can get ahead of the game. Nothing puts a damper on an afternoon like everybody staring at a barbecue and the food taking an eternity to cook – you know what they say about watched pots and boiling. By doing a bit of research in advance, you’ll be well-prepared and have things underway before hunger strikes.

Make sure you’ve got a good mix of choices – salads and rolls are as important as the meat. You’ll also want a few veggie and vegan options on offer. Why not throw some foil-wrapped corn-on-the-cobs over the heat, and grab a few veggie burgers from the store? Even non-vegan guests will often enjoy the variety, and it means everyone will be able to enjoy themselves. Throw together a potato salad as a safe backup option that’s filling.

Beverages

Even if the weather isn’t yet baking hot, you’ll need to have a good selection of drinks to make your backyard casino party a success. Fruit juices are a wise starting point, but you can elevate the atmosphere a little with some delicious cocktails. There’s more of an art to this than you might think, but it’s worth the effort to be able to serve your guests something that will really “wow” them.

If you’re not so keen on drinking, consider some mocktails, or just keep it simple with nice chilled sodas and some sparkling water with slices of lemon, cucumber, and cherry. You can enjoy a phenomenal backyard party like this: the trick lies in making sure the drinks are ice cold and look fancy with little garnishes. Your guests will have a blast and you’ll find requests flooding in for you to host another casino party soon!