Host a Winning March Madness Party at Parmer Ranch

March Madness is almost here! The only thing better than being courtside is cheering on your favorite teams with friends and family at home. And what better place than Parmer Ranch to connect with neighbors who share your love for game-day fun.

From tipoff to final buzzer, celebrate one of the biggest sporting events of the year by hosting a basketball-themed party at your new Parmer Ranch home. Serve up the ultimate home-court advantage with these tips for a winning March Madness party.

Behold the brackets!

Whether your guests are avid roundball fans or just here for the food and friendships, everyone can get into the action with some bracketology. As part of your party invitation, include a fillable bracket for them to share with the group. Then, choose a spot in your new Parmer Ranch home’s kitchen or living room to hang a poster-size bracket tracking actual results. Add to the fun by awarding prizes throughout the party (think: most upsets, worst pick record, overall winner, future Kareem Abdul-Jabbar—you get the idea).

Creative ways to rep the colors

Invite your guests to wear their favorite team jerseys. Or better yet, set up your own DIY “Fan Gear Shop” where they can create their own shirts. On your kitchen island or dining table, set out inexpensive plain white T-shirts and colorful markers, and get the camera ready as they decorate “custom” jerseys. Add in a little competition by voting on the creations (most creative, best use of color).

A few inexpensive purchases can transform your Parmer Ranch home into your own private arena. Buy (or put the artists in your group to work creating) a photo “booth” using a basketball backdrop to capture your friends’ creations. Set out some foam fingers and basketball-themed photo props for some Insta-worthy images.

Trophy-worthy snacks for the win

No basketball game is complete without a concession stand. Plan a spread that is simple to prepare and easy for your pals to graze on as they watch the TV action. Take advantage of your roomy Parmer Ranch kitchen to set out finger foods. Prep a batch of slow cooker brisket queso that guests can ladle over chips in paper snack boats. Amp up the concession stand vibe with chipotle chili dogs with all the fixings, and pre-make some crowd pleasers like puppy chow and savory snack crackers. And with a new H-E-B opening just minutes away later this year, stocking up on all your game-day essentials will be easier than ever.

Parmer Ranch is more than just stunning homes with roomy kitchens and inviting living areas. It is a community where neighbors become friends, whether you’re watching the game indoors or meeting up for a post-game walk around the park.

Looking for a new home that makes entertaining easy? Contact us today to start your new home journey.