Having fun at the Bachelor Party

Your best bud is getting hitched, and he appoints you as his best man. Aside from standing beside him as he and his bride say their “I dos”, there’s one more important thing you have to do: throw him a fun bachelor party, of course! It’s the best man’s duty to make sure the groom gets to have one fun party before he ties the knot.

If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry! Here are several bachelor party ideas you can try to make sure your best friend’s last single night will be an unforgettable one.

Who Plans The Party?

The Groom together with his Best Man

Bachelor parties are traditionally put together by the best man, but this doesn’t mean you have to shoulder everything. Don’t hesitate to ask for help from the other groomsmen, or the groom’s other buddies. His brothers, cousins and uncle can also help out with the preparations.

Bachelor Party Basics

Putting together a party might seem easy at first, but if you think all you need to do is send out invites, prepare food and get a stripper, you’re wrong. There are several important aspects you need to go over before you can put the party into action, including:

• The budget – This determines everything, from the number of guests to the venue. Set a reasonable budget, and stick to it.

 

• The date and time – Traditional bachelor parties are held in the evening. Pick a date that won’t mess with the guests’ or the groom’s schedule.

 

• The number of guests – Unless you’ve got plenty of dough to spend, opt for a small bachelor party with 10 to 15 people invited. The party is traditionally held for guys only, but if everyone’s comfortable with it, you can invite female guests, too.

 

• The venue – You can hold the party at home, in a strip club, a restaurant, or even out of town.

 

• The groom’s preference – Remember that the party is held in his honor. Every party-planning decision you make must go through him. Include the groom’s preferences so you’re sure to throw a bash that he’ll really adore.

Settling On A Bachelor Party Theme

Throwing a typical boys’ night out party is okay, but if you want to really make the event memorable for the guys, you should plan a bachelor party with a fun theme. Here are several kinds you might find enticing.

A bachelor party with paintballs
• Action Movie Party – Prepare popcorn, soda and several action-packed movies like Die Hard, Behind Enemy Lines, and The Matrix, and have a moviefest in your living room.

 

• The Jock’s Party – If the groom is a real sportsman, then this’ll be a great treat for him. Prepare various sports activities for everyone to enjoy, and have a mini-sportsfest. Paintball, football, and Frisbee golf are all popular games for Bachelor parties.

 

• Casino Trip – Go to a real casino and spend some cash while having a good time with your buddies.

 

• All-Men’s Barbecue Party - Men like their meat grilled, so why not organize a delightful barbecue banquet to keep them all happy and contented?

The Vegas Treat

Imagine this: casinos, floor shows, flashy restaurants, strip bars and you and the rest of the boys having a spectacular time. It certainly sounds apt for a bachelor party. Las Vegas is definitely a grown man’s playground, offering various sights and activities that thrill everyone. Make sure you can afford it, though, and that the bride approves. If these conditions are all set, then go and have a great time. They say what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, but the excitement of the fun Vegas bachelor party you had is something you surely can bring home with you. (During this hard times, be sure spend your money wisely, learn how to save in Las Vegas)

Check out this Bachelor Party held in Las Vegas

To Strip Or Not To Strip?

The Groom getting cheered on by the strippers

They say a bachelor party isn’t complete without naked girls. You can call or look up stripper services online and let them come to your venue. The Internet is a good source for stripper services. Specify how many women you want to come, and ask how much their services cost. Another option is for all of you to go to a stripper’s club. That means less work for you, since the entertainment and booze will ready for you when you get there.

Spending the Bachelor Party in the club

Strippers are popular at bachelor parties, but remember that they’re not a requirement. Check with the groom first to see how he feels about this factor, and whether he thinks it’s okay with his bride. If he doesn’t want a stripper, don’t force it on him. It’ll be a disaster if the groom walks out of the party, or if the wedding is canceled because the bride got angry.

Snacks For The Boys

Food isn’t very important during a bachelor party, but it’s still good to have a few munchies around to keep the guests full and happy. Prepare the usual snacks for the party, including chips and dip, nachos, mini sandwiches and peanuts. Make sure you have enough beer and alcoholic drinks to keep everyone in a jolly mood!

Seeing your favorite friend getting hitched is wonderful, but before the big day, it’s your responsibility to bring him back to his single days with a fun bachelor party. Remember these considerations when you’re planning one. The groom will surely thank you after the fun all-boys bash.

* If you want to surprise the celebrant, be sure to read how to plan a surprise party.