A casino-themed event thrown by party planning professionals is a fun way to celebrate a birthday, thank your employees for their hard work, or commemorate an important life milestone. One popular activity people often choose to include is craps, but it can be tough to play if you’re new to the game. Below, the team at Black Diamond Casino Events of Cincinnati, OH, offers a simple guide for beginners.

Place Your Bets

The object of the game is to bet correctly on what the shooter, or the individual with the dice, will roll. Cincinnati’s party planning professionals explain that this person will change throughout the game, so at one point, you’ll be the shooter too. It’s usually best to place your bet on the pass line, as this space is relatively low risk and often has a favorable outcome. On the come out roll, you’ll win if the shooter rolls a 7 or 11 and lose if they roll a 2, 3, or 12. Any other value is called a point number, and the shooter will try to roll a value equal to it on their next try. You’ll only lose if they roll a 7. They will keep going until they roll either a 7 to lose or the point number to win. The dice move clockwise if the shooter loses the game.

What to Watch For

Craps is lots of fun and can be enjoyed by novices and expert gamblers alike. Just make sure you are playing at the table with the correct stakes, and place your bet firmly in the right spot so there are no questions about it. You may leave the table if you wish to use the restroom or get some food. Simply let the dealer know, and they will mark your place as occupied. Finally, make sure your hands aren’t blocking the table so you don’t interfere with the dice.

Ready to host a memorable casino party? Black Diamond Casino Events offers professional party planning services and will provide everything you need for the perfect bash. They also rent out portable cinema and game show equipment. To learn more, call (513) 469-9000 or visit their website.