10 ways to make it a day the groom will never forget!
Whether you're throwing a bachelor party for a big cuddly teddy bear or the manliest man of the whole gang, one thing's for sure: there needs to be something to do. On this page you'll find ideas to suit many tastes – laid-back chilling, lively adventure or fierce competition.
1. Hero in the line of fire
For a groom who craves adrenaline, the best bachelor party plan is action. How about kicking off the day at a shooting range to try clay shooting, archery or maybe paintball? It suits calm observers and reckless chargers alike. Just remember: safety matters as much as fun.
2. A sauna experience fit for a man
A sauna is an absolute must for a lads' night – and of course for a bachelor party too. Add atmosphere by choosing a smoke sauna, the steam of a wood-fired sauna or even a sauna raft out on a lake. A sauna alone isn't enough, though – throw in a birch whisk, cold drinks and a mini sauna Olympics where you battle for titles such as King of the Steam or Emperor of the Whisk Throw. Remember to save some water for the drinking glasses as well as the sauna bucket.
3. Man of mystery
Escape rooms are brilliant for bachelor parties – especially if your group has plenty of wit and a thirst for adventure. For example, PakoMielle'sThe Ransomed Bride is a fun way to challenge the groom to see whether he can rescue his partner before the big day. Live actors make the game really action-packed, so you'll come face to face with both the kidnapped bride and the villains. The game also builds up to a climax where you escape from a balcony by rope..
4. A journey of flavours
Everyone from hipster to caveman knows that at a bachelor party you eat and drink well. How about a whisky or beer tasting led by a pro? Or would a grilling championship tempt you – split the group into teams, pick some "secret ingredients" and see who can put together the most perfect burger? The after-party is easily sorted around a campfire or on a terrace, playing Mölkky for example. The best thing the groom could ask for is grilling and chilling with you lot.
5. A whole day of competition
If the groom has a competitive streak, organise your own bachelor party pentathlon. Events can be anything from welly throwing to pool, and from floorball to driving simulators. At the end of the night, crown the champion with a medal – and perhaps there's a small prize waiting for the day's most sportingly spectacular failure too.
6. Starring the groom
If the gang is musical (or at least thinks it is), a karaoke party or making your own music video can be hilarious. Write new lyrics to a familiar song about the groom's life, film a video and watch the result together in the evening – a memory to last forever. Maybe you'd even dare to show a clip of the bachelor party antics at the wedding?
7. Retro gaming day
If the groom's heart beats for gaming culture, you could book a session at an old-school arcade or hold a console tournament. Pair the retro vibe with pizza, fizzy drinks and a 90s playlist – and suddenly you're back in childhood without a care in the world, or a single wedding plan.
8. A proper gig experience
One great way to spend a bachelor party is doing something together that you'd never otherwise get round to. Is your favourite band playing? Is there a festival nearby, a stand-up night or even improv theatre where the groom could get up on stage? Music and laughter bring a group together.
9. A trip into the unknown
One of the most reliable bachelor party ideas is a mystery trip. Don't tell the groom anything in advance – pack a bag, blindfold your unsuspecting victim and whisk him off to, say, a cottage, another city or a camping trip. Make sure the trip includes his favourite things: board games, sausages, maybe even some overnight survival-style activities.
10. A final style upgrade
Does the groom tend to wear the same T-shirt year after year? Now's the perfect time for an upgrade. Do a round of vintage shops together, or book a style consultation and a trip to the barber. His future spouse will thank you when the groom turns up at the altar looking fresh!