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Your best friend is getting married, and you couldn’t be more excited for her. While excited when she asked you to be her maid of honor, you probably didn’t realize quite how much work it would be. Now it’s time to plan her bachelorette party, and you don’t even know where to start.
The good news? You’re in the right place. Keep reading for a guide on planning the best bachelorette party ever.
Step 1: Make a List of the Bride’s Favorite Things
Every fun bachelorette party is as unique as the bride herself. Plus, the most important thing is for the bride to have fun. That comes from doing things she loves with people she loves to celebrate.
Making a list of all her favorite things can help you brainstorm ideas. Think about activities, hobbies, food, and how she spends her time to make your list.
Step 2: Choose a Theme
Once you have a list of things the bride loves, it’s time to brainstorm fun bachelorette party ideas. There are so many themes you can choose from, but you want to make sure that it really fits her. Whether it’s a night on the town, a relaxing day at the spa, or a cozy cabin retreat, it should be something she enjoys.
Step 3: Lock Down the Guest List
Coordinate the guest list with the bride. There’s nothing worse than celebrating your last night unwed and realizing someone’s missing (or accidentally inviting someone you hadn’t planned on). Go through family members, friends, roommates, etc., to finalize a list with everyone she wants.
Step 4: Decide on the Activities
This is the fun part. Coming up with fun bachelorette party ideas can be hard, but it’s helpful to consider ideas outside the box. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
- Escape Room: Great for adventurous brides who want a little thrill.
- Spa Day: Take the stress off and just relax at the spa.
- Bar-Hopping and Clubbing: A classic night on the town with dancing and drinks.
- Paintball or Laser Tag: Get the adrenaline pumping and have a blast at a fun center.
- Wine Tasting: Taste a little bit of Italy or other specialty wines.
- Cooking Class: Put your chef hat on while you learn how to cook something new.
- Karaoke: Let the bride enjoy the spotlight at a karaoke club or private room.
- Bowling: Enjoy a fun game of bowling or arcade games.
Pro Tip: Make a schedule so everyone knows what’s happening. It makes everything flow better and helps if anyone is coming late or needs to leave and come back.
Step 5: Book Accommodations
Some plans take a few days or need a special venue. Renting an Airbnb or a cute hotel room can be a fun option, especially if guests are coming from out of town. Plus, a location close to any activities you’re doing can make things more convenient. Get this done ahead of time so you know you’re set.
Step 6: Plan the Menu
A good bachelorette party can work up a serious appetite. Make sure you know if you’ll be eating out, ordering delivery, or cooking together. Get snacks for the road or wherever you’ll be staying.
You can always incorporate fun ideas into your food, such as making mocktails named after the bride or getting snacks in her wedding colors.
Step 7: Don’t Forget the Finishing Touches
The details will add the cherry on top of your perfect bachelorette party. Whatever theme you choose, those fun bachelorette party ideas will be even better with things like sashes, matching accessories, or gift bags. These don’t have to be crazy. Sometimes, the best keepsake is a photo from a Polaroid or photobooth.
Events and Activities at Stars & Strikes
Maid of honor, you’ve got this! And at Stars & Strikes, we’re here to help. Our full-time event experts can help with fun bachelorette party ideas, planning, and execution. Enjoy our full-service restaurants and upscale bars, or have a blast with bowling, laser tag, or an escape room! We’ll even hook you up with a private room so you can party to your heart’s content!Interested in hosting at Stars & Strikes? Take your bachelorette party to the next level today!
