Bingo Night Checklist: Everything You Need Before the First Ball
Nothing kills a bingo night faster than realizing mid-game that something critical was forgotten. Use this checklist to ensure your event runs flawlessly from the first ball to the final winner.
Before the Day
- ☐ Confirm venue booking and capacity
- ☐ Set and communicate start time to all guests
- ☐ Purchase or confirm prizes for each round
- ☐ Test Funny Bingo on your device
- ☐ Confirm projector or TV screen availability
- ☐ Plan your food and drinks menu
- ☐ Print physical cards if not using digital
Day-of Setup
- ☐ Arrive at venue 60 minutes early
- ☐ Connect laptop to projector/TV via HDMI
- ☐ Test audio — enable voice calling in Funny Bingo
- ☐ Set up caller station at the front of the room
- ☐ Arrange seating so all guests can see the screen
- ☐ Set up food and drinks station
- ☐ Prepare and label prizes
- ☐ Test QR code for player digital cards
- ☐ Have daubers/markers ready for physical card users
Before First Call
- ☐ Welcome guests and explain the game rules
- ☐ Show the first winning pattern on screen
- ☐ Run a practice round with no prize
- ☐ Confirm everyone can see the screen and hear the caller
During the Event
- ☐ Track which patterns you've used each round
- ☐ Verify winners against the master board
- ☐ Keep energy up between rounds
- ☐ Announce ball count periodically ("30 balls called!")
Closing
- ☐ Run a final jackpot Blackout round
- ☐ Thank all guests
- ☐ Give participation prizes if budget allows
- ☐ Reset Funny Bingo for the next event
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