A bachelor party is a fantastic way of bringing the groom’s closest family and friends together before the wedding. You’ll naturally want to create long-lasting memories with the groom before he embarks on his next chapter with his partner. For those who don’t have the budget to shell out on a Vegas trip, here are some great party ideas that will suit every preference.
Road Trip
If the groom loves heading out on the open road, why not go on a long-distance trip that takes in the sights and sees of the United States. If your guest of honor has a favorite city and it’s within budget, you can take a themed road trip and stop off at places he’s sure to enjoy. If he loves taking in the scenery, you must include a stop or two at a National Park. You may find not everyone can hop along for the ride, so it may be worth arranging events in different places during the trip.
Paintball
If your guest of honor is an adrenaline junkie and enjoys a bit of rough and tumble play, why not consider paintballing? Paintball is an excellent game where you can let off steam, have tons of fun, and work as part of a team to win. If the groom is full of stress before the big day, paintball can make any bachelor party more memorable, not to mention keep his stress levels at bay. Wherever you live in the country, you’re sure to find a paintballing activity nearby.
Skydiving
The sky truly is the limit when it comes to planning a bachelor party, so why not take it literally and go for a skydive? Skydiving is incredibly fun and not for the faint-hearted, so it’s only best to choose this idea if you know your guest of honor will love it.
Bar Crawl
If the groom isn’t a huge fan of activities and would prefer something more laid-back, you can’t beat a good old-fashioned bar crawl. Make sure you rally up the troops and map out a plan of bars so you can all drink a pint (or ten) and have a night you’ll never forget. A bar crawl is an excellent way to bring everyone together for a fun-filled night of laughter. Whether you house it in your groom’s hometown or book a weekend away somewhere the guest of honor has always wanted to go, you’re sure to have the time of your lives.
Rock Climbing
If your guest of honor loves being outdoors and is usually found climbing or hiking at weekends, he’s sure to enjoy a rock-climbing trip for his bachelor party. There are tons of health benefits you can gain from rock climbing too, such as strengthening your muscles, improving balance, and increasing endurance. If an outdoor climb isn’t within reach, there may be indoor climbing centers nearby you can check out.
Whatever you decide on planning for the bachelor party, make sure you keep your guest of honor’s wishes, hobbies, and personality in mind. That way, you can be confident you’ve created a bachelor party all attendees will enjoy and remember.