Get the whole family together to celebrate the Olympics and host your own viewing party. (iStock )
The Summer Olympics are here! That means all your favorite sports are back: gymnastics, swimming, track and field, and more. Whether you want to see Simone Biles win another gold medal or Katie Ledecky outswim just about everyone, an Olympics viewing party is the perfect way to celebrate your favorite sports with all your friends.
If you're hosting the party this year, get ready to decorate big and stock up on some great items to make your viewing experience gold medal-worthy. If you're rooting for Team USA, check out this selection of U.S. Olympic-inspired items, including hats, t-shirts, bags and more.
You can watch all the Olympics with the help of a Peacock Premium subscription. You will be ad-free and can watch all your favorite sports 24/7. Plus, you can watch multiple games at once with the multi-view feature, ensuring you don’t miss any of the action.
Olympic rings are an important party decoration for every Olympic celebration. (Amazon)
To host an Olympic party, you need your own set of Olympic rings! You can hang this rings banner indoors or outdoors to indicate where the party is taking place. To add an even more festive touch, also place some “Go for the Gold” banners around your home.
Original price: $12.99
Make post-party cleanup much easier and more festive. (Amazon)
Keep your table clean and show your American pride with an American flag tablecloth. You'll get a pack of three, so if you're having a big party, you can cover all the tables or countertops.
Original price: $27.99
Get a pack of 50 celebration cups on Amazon. (Amazon)
To celebrate these particular Olympic Games, offer your guests Paris Olympic branded cups. You can get a pack of 50, enough for all your guests. They have an artistic design, featuring the Olympic rings and the Olympic torch.
Join the competition by handing out your own medals. (Amazon)
Want to feel like an Olympic athlete? Buy a pack of Olympic medals to hand out at the party. You can hand them out during party games or just give them away as party favors. Amazon has a pack of 24 gold, silver, and bronze medals.
Wave your own Olympic torch. (Amazon)
Carry your own Olympic torch like Snoop Dogg with a set of three inflatable Olympic torches. They're fun for the whole family and can be easily inflated again and again.
Original price: $199.99
Amplify your gaming with a new sound bar. (Walmart)
With amazing commentators this year, you'll want to hear everything in crystal-clear clarity while watching the Olympics. To get the surround sound feel without breaking the bank, add a sound bar to your entertainment system. They make the sound clearer and help immerse you in the excitement of the Olympics.
Even your dishes can show your American pride. (Amazon)
Skip the hassle of cleaning up the entire place after the party and opt for paper plates and napkins instead. A pack of 50 American flag plates and napkins shows your team spirit. Or, if you root for multiple countries, buy a set of plates and napkins featuring the flag of the Olympic Games of the World.
Original price: $49.99
Add some red, white and blue to your home's exterior. (Amazon)
Show your support for the United States inside and outside your home by hanging American flag bunting around your windows or porch. You can always reuse the bunting you had for the 4th of July if you're trying to be more sustainable. If you prefer bunting with a more Olympic feel, you can get bunting with the Olympic rings and American flag printed on the front.
