Your best friend is getting married so it’s time to plan the stag party! For grooms who would prefer something more creative than going to a club, we have lots of awesome bachelor party ideas to get you started.
Get your game on
Whether your groom is a sports nut or a pro at The Cones of Dunshire, gathering your bros for a night of friendly competition is always a winning bachelor party idea!
🏈 Good sportsmanship
There’s always some sort of pro (or regional) sporting event happening, no matter what month your groom’s big day is in. Score tickets for the crew and spend the day cheering on your favorite team! Set up a tailgate before you head in and serve up craft brews and burgers. Pass out personalized jerseys to get the whole group into party mode.
🎮 Level up
Not every groomsman group is the loud, extroverted type. There’s nothing wrong with bachelor party planning that keeps things more low-key! It can still be a night to remember with your best buds. Gather around the groom’s favorite board or video game and get in touch with your inner teen. Order pizza, sip on beer, and play games like the good ol’ days.
🔫 Combat mission
All those hours playing Call of Duty together are about to come in handy! Challenge your groom squad to test their sharpshooter skills at paintball. Swipe on some war paint and dress in camo for a day of battle! For groups that prefer indoor combat, book a few sessions of laser tag at a local arcade instead. Homebodies can also hire a mobile games company to bring the activities to your backyard! Think bubble soccer, Sumo wrestling, and more.
🃏 Poker night
Something about cigars, poker chips, and aged scotch says, “Great bachelor party idea.” If you can’t head to Las Vegas, bring sin city to you! Book a local casino party that can set up everything from roulette to poker to slot machines. A pro bartender can ensure the Manhattans keep coming, and you can even book a special appearance by Elvis himself.
Hit the road
Take your groom squad somewhere new for a guaranteed memorable bachelor party. Whether you aim for a bar crawl in the city lights or a tent under the stars, getting away from home is always exciting.
🌆 City lights
Nothing bonds a group more than a classic road trip. Make it extra special by renting the groom’s dream car and heading to a popular bachelor party destination like Austin, TX, or Miami, FL. Most cities have an events calendar so you can pinpoint any cool concerts or shows coming to town. Get a full list from TimeOut for more inspiration on the best destinations!
🏄 Surf’s up
Head toward the water for a weekend of fun in the sun! Set up surf lessons if you’re near the ocean, or rent jet skis on a lake. If there are no lakes or oceans, make your way to a river! Ride the waves on a canoe or kayak instead. For local rivers that are especially rapid, plan a thrilling white-water rafting trip for the crew.
⛺ Camp out
Gather up your sleeping bags and tents and have an adventure in the wild! Visit a local national park for a weekend of hiking, followed by whiskey and brats around the campfire. Don’t feel like walking around? Take it up a notch and reserve ATVs or set up a guide to take your group rock climbing.
Have a laugh
Grooms with a killer sense of humor deserve a celebration full of laughter! We’ve gathered some simple but funny bachelor party ideas to keep your groom squad in stitches all night.
😁 Face it
Find the best photo of the groom and put it on everything from party hats to beer koozies. Make an even bigger statement with personalized t-shirts that announce loudly and proudly who the groom-to-be is! Etsy is a great resource for finding everything you need for the bachelor party.
🎤 Get roasted
It’s your last chance to tease your best pal before he leaves the single life behind forever. Hire a comedian or roast master to blast everything from his early dating days to how he never picks up his dirty dishes. This funny bachelor party idea will result in guaranteed laughter and a night to remember!
💅 Spa day
Seeing the boys in fluffy robes with cucumber water at the spa is a picture your groom will never forget! While you may be chuckling at each other during your pedicure and facial, we dare you not to secretly love it. If you’d rather not take the whole troupe to the spa, book a mobile spa to visit your home instead.
💃 One of the girls
We all know that bachelorette parties have a lockdown on party favors and themes. Flip the script and think about what a stag party would be if it followed the same rules as a hen party! With boas, tiaras, naughty puns, and glitter everything, try and keep a straight face as you embrace your #bridesquad side.
It’s a team effort
Not every couple wants to have a separate party for their friend groups. Merge the events and make it a big party! Combined bachelor and bachelorette parties work especially well for groups that already love hanging out together.
🌭 Party’s out back
This idea is a classic, but it’s definitely a crowd-pleaser. Gather everyone for a good ol’ fashioned backyard BBQ! Encourage everyone to bring a side to make it a potluck and toss some steaks or ribs on the grill. Set up yard games like bean bag toss or horseshoes to keep your guests entertained. To make it a truly special event, hire a singing guitarist or steel drum player to add some groovy tunes.
🎳 Bowled over
Take the bride and groom crew to a local bowling alley for some retro fun! Order all the best greasy grub and a few pitchers for the crowd. Pass out themed bowling shirts and let the competition begin. Get creative and make up pun-worthy bowling team names like “The Lane Rangers” or “Pin Pals”!
🌴 Vacay vibes
The happy couple gets to escape to a honeymoon after all the wedding planning, so why not share the love? Book a house on VRBO or Airbnb where everyone can relax and hang out for the weekend! Even if it’s in your hometown, you can act like tourists and enjoy local events or attractions.
Planning a bachelor party is all about honoring the man of the hour, but we guarantee the memories made are worth all the effort. Enjoy this last hurrah with your best pal and celebrate his next big step in life! 🍻
Megan is the Director of Customer Experience at GigSalad and has gained 9+ years of insight on what makes a great event on both sides of the booking process. Her favorite things include books, true crime podcasts, coffee, hiking, puns, and making people laugh.