As the leaves start to change and the air gets a nip, sports fans gear up for the most exciting part of the year. Whether it’s the roar of NFL Sundays, the excitement of college football, the strategic battles in F1, NHL pre-season action, or the MLB playoff race, there’s no better place to catch the action than at your local bar or restaurant. And with Control Play at your side, we’re here to ensure that every game day is not just an event, but an experience.
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Game Day Promotions
Highlighting Special Offers: Nothing screams “game day” like themed food and drink specials. Think a “Touchdown Taco Platter” or “Full-Court Press Cocktails.” Use Control Play’s digital signage to flash these deals dynamically as the game intensifies, keeping your guests engaged and ordering more.
Contests and Giveaways: Every gameday has its unforgettable moments. Create your bar’s hall of fame moments by hosting contests where patrons predict the game’s MVP or final scores to win exclusive game day merchandise. Display the leaderboard on-screen to fuel the competitive spirit!
Loyalty Rewards: Introduce a game season pass that rewards patrons for every visit during the sports season. Think of it like collecting trading cards, but this time, it’s discounts and freebies up for grabs.
Engaging Your Team
Team Prep: Just like a coach preps their team, get your staff game-ready with quick huddles to discuss the playbook—today’s specials, promotions, and any themed events. Their enthusiasm can be as contagious!
Uniform Themes: Let your staff sport their favorite team’s jerseys on game days. It’s a great conversation starter and builds a camaraderie atmosphere, leading to more engagement with patrons.
Team Incentives: Set up a friendly competition among staff for upselling game day specials or collecting the most feedback forms. Reward them with their own MVP night out or exclusive merchandise.
Setting the Atmosphere with Digital Signage and Music
Dynamic Digital Signage: Transform your venue into the ultimate fan zone by displaying live scores alongside irresistible promotions. Ditch the traditional setups—game day is about creating a visually engaging atmosphere. Optimize your digital displays to ensure no one misses a play or a special offer.
Themed Playlists: Ready to ramp up the game day vibes? Tailor your playlists to fire up the crowd before the game and mellow them out after those edge-of-your-seat moments. Forget that easy listening—game day’s all about high energy. Why leave your music to chance? Automate the atmosphere and keep your guests rocking pre-game and sticking around for that extra pint post-game. Make your spot the known go-to for all the post-game action! Find out more.
Interactive Displays: Engage your guests with trivia about sports legends or recent game stats during commercials. It’s like having a sports commentator right in your bar!
New Ideas to Enhance Game Day Experience
Social Media Integration: Encourage patrons to tweet their game day selfies or Instagram their food with a specific hashtag. Showcase these posts live on your screens, making your patrons feel like they’re part of something bigger.
Pre-Game and Post-Game Entertainment: Why limit to the game? Expand those trivia sessions to pre/post game to keep the vibe going.
VIP Experiences: Offer a ‘Skybox Experience’—reserved seating with the best views, exclusive wait service. What to take it up a notch? Setup a meet-and-greet with local sports figures.
Leveraging Local Sports Fandom
Local Team Support: Deck out your venue in the local team’s colors and logos, especially if you’re in a die-hard sports town. Nothing brings the community together like rooting for the home team.
Community Events: Collaborate with local sports clubs for viewing/after parties. It’s a touchdown for community spirit and a great way to build lasting customer loyalty.
Conclusion
This sports season, let Control Play help turn every game into a grand slam event at your venue. With our entertainment platform, every match can be an unforgettable experience. Ready to up your game? Contact us for a demo or consultation, and let’s make this season the best one yet!
