How to Host a Conspiracy Theory Party

A conspiracy theory party is a fun social game where guests present their most convincing (or absurd) conspiracy theories to the group.

Each participant comes prepared with a theory to present. The objective is to change minds, so bring your best “evidence” and persuasive skills!

Campfire Vote makes running the event easy. Guests register their theories, rate each presentation in real-time, and the app calculates who presented the most “credible” conspiracy. The best part? Tracking who changed the most minds between pre-voting and post-presentation scores.

Before the Party

1. Create your party in Campfire Vote — Log in as host and start a new Conspiracy Theory Party. Only you pay — guests join for free! You'll get a unique party code (and QR code) to share with your guests.
2. Send invitations with the assignment — Tell guests to come prepared with a conspiracy theory to present. Give them 1-2 weeks notice so they can research and prepare “evidence.” We like to use partiful.com for easy RSVPs.
3. Set the tone in your invite — Make it clear that the objective is to change minds and convince the audience.

Party Kick Off

1. Everyone joins Campfire Vote — Have each guest join your party using the party code. Presenters enter their “agent name” and theory title; observers just need a name.
2. Review the theory lineup — As host, you can see all registered theories. Decide on the presentation order — save the best or most anticipated for last!
3. Run pre-voting — Before any presentations, have everyone rate how “credible” they think each theory sounds based on the title alone. This creates the “minds changed” metric later.

During Presentations

1. Introduce each presenter — As host, announce each “agent” and their theory title with dramatic flair. Build anticipation!
2. Set the current presenter in the app — Use the host dashboard to mark who's presenting. This syncs across all devices so everyone knows who to rate.
3. Let them make their case — Give presenters 10 minutes to convince the room. Encourage visual aids, dramatic pauses, and audience interaction.
4. Vote after each presentation — Give the audience 60 seconds to update their credibility score after each theory. Did the presenter change minds?

The Big Reveal

1. Move to results phase — Once all presentations are complete and scored, advance the party to results mode.
2. Announce the rankings — Build suspense by revealing from lowest to highest. Highlight who gained the most credibility from their presentation.
3. Crown your winner — Celebrate the most “credible” conspiracy theorist! Award a tinfoil crown, trophy, or bragging rights until next time.

Need inspiration? Here are categories of theories that work great at parties:

• •Encourage visual “evidence” — Theories with photos, diagrams, or video clips are way more entertaining. Set up screen sharing or a TV for presenters.
• •Allow Q&A after presentations — Give the audience 5 minutes to ask questions or challenge the presenter.
• •Create themed snacks — “Government cheese,” “alien green punch,” or “classified documents” (wrapped sandwiches) add to the atmosphere.
• •Make tinfoil hats together — Set up a craft station with aluminum foil. It's a great icebreaker while waiting for everyone to arrive.