You want to setup a perfect poker night so everyone can enjoy. Here are some things to remember:

Game to Play

Ask your friends what kind of poker they want to play. Will they want the poker night to be dealer’s choice where the dealer will decide what kind of poker to play. Will it be an all night of No Limit Hold’em where you and your friends will imitate what you see on the professional tours on TV?

Number of Players

If it will be a night of dealer’s choice, you can invite around five to seven people. A Hold’em Texas poker night will require around 6 to 10 players.

Money Matters

Set the buy in so everyone will know how much money to bring. It can range from $10 to around $100 or any amount which everyone will be comfortable with without having to miss their electric bill.

Also think of the betting structure. Decide whether it will be a limit, no limit or spread betting. You also need to set the minimum and maximum betting (if you’re not playing No Limit).

Other necessities will be a poker table, a set of chips, and at least two decks of cards.

Don’t forget the beer, cans of soda, and some finger foods to keep everyone happy. Music will also set the mood.