Theme
Each Egg drop has its very own theme, such as mafia or circus. This can help to tie together the disparate elements of the evening.

Planning
Each group is given 25 units of currency, each of which can buy a piece of tape or a straw. Before making any purchases they must work together to design a device that will protect an egg from an eight-foot fall.

Construction
Once the hosts deem all ideas valid, the eggs are distributed in grand style, and then they may set about building with the materials they bought.

Dance Party
Any group that needs additional funds can receive it in reward for fine dancing in the middle of the evening.

The Drop
A group’s score depends not only on esthetics and success of the design, but also on a short commercial that advertises the many benefits of their device.