Planning a bachelorette party can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to create something memorable that fits the bride’s personality and keeps everyone happy. I’ve been to quite a few bachelorette parties over the years, and I’ve helped plan a couple too. The best ones are always the ones that feel authentic to the bride and include activities everyone can genuinely enjoy.
Here are some ideas across different styles and budgets to help you plan something special.
Spa and Wellness Retreat
If the bride loves relaxation and self-care, a spa day or wellness weekend is perfect. Book massages, facials, and mani-pedis for the group. Many spas offer group packages that include access to saunas, pools, and relaxation areas.
You can make it a day trip to a local spa or turn it into a weekend getaway at a resort with spa facilities. Add healthy meals, maybe some gentle yoga, and you have a peaceful celebration that lets everyone truly unwind.
Bonus: Everyone leaves feeling refreshed rather than exhausted.
Occasion Themed Bachelorette Party
If Halloween or any other special occasion is absolutely your thing, why not combine it with your Bachelorette and make a spooky party that combines all the things you love?
Wine Tasting or Vineyard Tour
Spend a day touring wineries and tasting wines. Many wine regions offer tours where you can visit multiple vineyards, learn about wine making, and enjoy beautiful scenery. Some places offer transportation so everyone can enjoy the tastings safely.
Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at one of the vineyards, or book a nice dinner at a winery restaurant. This works beautifully for groups who love good conversation, pretty settings, and don’t need a super high-energy party.
Beach or Lake House Weekend
Rent a house near the beach or a lake for a long weekend. The beauty of this option is that it’s flexible—you can fill the days with activities or keep it totally relaxed. Spend time swimming, lounging by the water, having beach bonfires, and cooking meals together.
Bring games, plan a nice dinner one night, maybe hire a private chef for an evening. The casual atmosphere gives everyone time to actually connect and celebrate together without a packed schedule.
Cooking or Cocktail Making Class
Book a group cooking class where you learn to make a full meal together, or take a cocktail making class where you learn to mix drinks. These interactive experiences are fun, everyone learns something new, and you get to enjoy what you’ve made together.
Many places offer private group classes, so you have the space to yourselves. It’s a great option for groups of different ages and activity levels since everyone participates at their own pace.
City Exploration Weekend
Choose a city the bride has always wanted to visit and spend the weekend exploring. Plan a mix of activities—brunch at trendy spots, visit local shops and markets, take a guided food tour, see a show or concert, and go out for a nice dinner.
Book a cute Airbnb or hotel where you can get ready together and have space to hang out. City weekends work well because there’s something for everyone, and you can adjust plans based on energy levels.
Outdoor Adventure Trip
For the adventurous bride, plan a trip centered around outdoor activities. This could be hiking in a national park, kayaking, zip-lining, rock climbing, or even a camping trip with glamping amenities.
Choose activities that match the group’s fitness level. Mix in some downtime too—evenings around a fire pit, good meals, and time to relax after being active.
Private Boat or Yacht Day
Rent a boat for the day and spend it on the water. Many places offer captained boat rentals, so you don’t need anyone in your group to know how to operate it. Bring food, drinks, music, and spend the day swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying each other’s company.
This feels really special and celebratory without requiring much planning beyond booking the boat and organizing food and drinks.
At-Home Celebration
Sometimes the best parties happen at home. Host the party at someone’s house or rent a beautiful Airbnb for the night. Plan activities like a DIY flower crown workshop, painting and wine night, or a murder mystery game.
Order in from the bride’s favorite restaurant, hire a bartender to make cocktails, or set up a build-your-own taco or pizza bar. Create a beautiful tablescape, play good music, and focus on quality time together.
This option is often more budget-friendly and allows for more intimate conversations and bonding.
Themed Sleepover Party
Bring back the fun of childhood sleepovers with an elevated twist. Think matching pajamas, face masks, manicures, movies, and lots of snacks. Set up a photo backdrop, make mocktails or cocktails, and create a cozy atmosphere with candles and string lights.
You could theme it around decades (90s sleepover party, anyone?), favorite movies, or just keep it simple with a luxe pamper party vibe.
Brunch and Activity Day
Start with a beautiful brunch at a nice restaurant, then spend the afternoon doing an activity the bride loves. This could be a painting class, pottery workshop, visiting a botanical garden, going to a museum, or taking a dance class.
Keep it casual and low-key. The focus is on celebrating together without the pressure of an all-day or overnight event. This works especially well when the group has varying schedules or budgets.
Concert or Show Experience
If the bride’s favorite artist is touring or there’s a show she’s been wanting to see, build the bachelorette party around that. Get tickets for the group, plan dinner before the show, and maybe book a hotel if it’s in another city.
The shared experience of seeing something she loves makes it really meaningful and memorable.
Bachelorette Bags
To make the celebration personal you can give your friends a bag full of things to cherish and take away from this special day. Think of things you love and things your friends would appreciate.
Planning Tips
Talk to the bride first: Make sure you know what she actually wants. Some brides dream of big trips, others prefer something low-key with close friends.
Consider everyone’s budget: Be upfront about costs early so people can plan accordingly. Offer options at different price points when possible.
Keep the group size manageable: Smaller groups are often easier to coordinate and allow for more meaningful time together.
Don’t overplan: Build in downtime. The best moments often happen during the unplanned, relaxed times between activities.
Think about the whole group: Include activities that everyone can participate in and enjoy, not just the most outgoing people.
Skip the uncomfortable stuff: You don’t need to do anything that would make the bride or guests uncomfortable. Celebrate in a way that feels authentic to your group.
Capture the memories: Designate someone to take photos, or hire a photographer for part of the day. You’ll want to remember these moments.
Make It Personal
The best bachelorette parties reflect who the bride actually is. If she loves quiet weekends reading books, don’t plan a club-hopping weekend. If she’s adventurous and energetic, don’t book a silent meditation retreat.
Focus on creating an experience where she feels celebrated and gets to spend quality time with people she loves. That’s really what matters most.