Having my birthday party with the #BIG3. 5 days left before we ball

That sounds like a fantastic birthday plan! Here are a few ideas to make your party with the #BIG3 (Ice Cube’s 3-on-3 basketball league) unforgettable:

Party Prep

  1. Invitations: Send out themed invitations featuring the #BIG3 logo and players.
  2. Decorations: Use basketball-themed decorations, including balloons, banners, and tablecloths in the colors of your favorite teams.
  3. Gear: Provide your guests with #BIG3 merchandise like t-shirts or caps as party favors.

Activities

  1. 3-on-3 Tournament: Organize your own mini-tournament with your guests. Create teams, set up brackets, and play short games leading up to a championship match.
  2. Skills Challenge: Set up stations for a skills challenge, including dribbling, shooting, and passing drills.
  3. Trivia: Host a #BIG3 trivia game with questions about the league, its players, and memorable moments.

Food and Drinks

  1. Concessions: Serve classic basketball game snacks like hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, and pretzels.
  2. Custom Cake: Have a cake decorated with the #BIG3 logo or your favorite team’s colors.
  3. Drinks: Create a signature drink or mocktail named after your favorite player or team.

Entertainment

  1. Highlight Reel: Play a highlight reel of the best moments from #BIG3 games on a big screen.
  2. Music: Create a playlist with upbeat music that includes songs often played at basketball games.
  3. Photo Booth: Set up a photo booth with props like basketballs, jerseys, and foam fingers.

Final Touches

  1. Autograph Session: If possible, invite a local basketball player or coach to give a short talk or sign autographs.
  2. Swag Bags: End the party with swag bags containing #BIG3-themed items like mini basketballs, keychains, and stickers.

With these ideas, your birthday party is sure to be a slam dunk! Enjoy your celebration and have a blast with the #BIG3.