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A wild bachelorette party, in four lines
The decisions to make before booking anything.
- Per head
- $1,540About three hundred more than the same weekend kept tame, as a Revelwick estimate
- Big evenings
- OneOne big evening and a relaxed day either side
- Ask the bride
- FirstWhat wild means to her: late dancing, a show, a dare or an adventure
- Agree the cost
- 12 weeks outShare the per head number before anyone books a flight
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Wild bachelorette party ideas for an evening out
Fun, loud ideas for the girls.
Nightclub with bottle service
A reserved table, dancing and a DJ for the big event.
A male revue or drag show
A seated show with drinks, and laughs for everyone.
A bar crawl
Three or four bars close together, with the first one reserved.
Karaoke
A booth, a playlist and the guest of honor on the first song.
A party bus
Music, lights and a driver between dinner and the club.
A drag brunch
A daytime party with performers, drinks and a lot of energy.
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Daytime and adventure ideas
Exciting experiences for a crew that wants more than a club.
A boat party
A chartered boat with a captain, music and swimming.
A pool party or day club
A cabana, a DJ and a pool in the afternoon.
A pole or burlesque class
A private class for the group before going out.
Adventure activities
Zip lining, white water rafting, paddleboards or axe throwing.
A scavenger hunt with dares
Photo dares around town for the girls to post. See bachelorette scavenger hunt.
A tattoo or piercing
Matching small tattoos for anyone who wants one, agreed in advance.
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Wild Las Vegas bachelorette ideas
The classic destination for a party weekend, with options for every budget.
A walk on the Strip
Photos, fountains and hotel lobbies before dinner.
A pool party
A day club cabana with a DJ and drinks.
A show
A comedy, magic, male revue or drag show for laughs and entertainment.
A club with bottle service
A VIP table and dancing until late.
A suite party
Getting ready together with music, balloons and a champagne toast.
A helicopter or zip line experience
A unique thrill over the Strip lights or downtown, to elevate the trip.
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Themed party ideas
A theme sets the dress code and the vibe for the celebration.
Neon or glow party
Neon outfits, glow sticks and a black light.
Disco
Sequins, a mirror ball and a dancing playlist.
Last fling before the ring
A classic theme with a veil for the bride.
Lingerie or pajama party
A private party with gifts for the bride's wedding night.
Rock star or VIP
Leather, sunglasses and a red carpet photo setting.
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Party ideas at the house
For a group that wants to stand out without going far.
Drinking games
Classic party games with a bachelorette twist.
Truth or dare
Dares the bride has agreed to, written on cards.
How well do you know the groom
A funny wedding quiz with shots or prizes.
A private entertainer
Booked only if the bride wants one and the house rules allow it.
A karaoke setup
A microphone, a speaker and a list of songs for everyone to sing.
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Destinations for a party weekend
Cities built around nightlife and parties.
Las Vegas
Clubs, pool parties and shows. See the Las Vegas bachelorette party guide.
Miami
Beach days, clubs and late dancing.
Nashville
Honky tonks, a pedal tavern or party bus and live music all day.
New Orleans
Music, bars and a walkable evening.
Austin
Rainey Street, Sixth Street and a lake day.
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What lands at a wild party, and what gets regretted
Sorted on whether it is worth the money and the argument, not on how it photographs.
Worth doing
- One boat, one afternoonMusic, swimming and the whole group together, with a set end time.$90 to $140 a head
- A late evening with a table, onceOne big evening with a reserved table, rather than two.About $200 a head
- A burlesque or pole class in the afternoonA private class for the group, before going out.$45 a head
- Something physical outdoorsA zip line, paddleboards or a bike ride for an adventurous crew.$60 to $110
- A photographer for forty minutes in daylightOutfit photos before going out, while the light is good.
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The big party, hour by hour
A plan for the big Saturday. Adjust the times to the city.
Six: dinner, booked
A private room or a long table reserved for the whole group, so everyone eats before drinks.
Eight: photos
Outfit photos outside before going out.
Nine: one bar
Start at one bar with room for the group, or plan a short bar crawl with the first stop reserved.
Eleven: the split
Anyone heading home goes now, and the rest carry on. Say at dinner that both are fine.
Eleven thirty: the club
One venue with a reserved table and somewhere to sit and dance.
Two: head home together
Agree in advance who calls the end and books the rides.
Sunday: a slow morning
Brunch, water and nothing booked before noon.
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How to make a wild bachelorette party unforgettable
The bride, the budget and a fun atmosphere for everyone.
A wild bachelorette party is a celebration the bride will not forget: a big night out, a show, a pool party or an adventure. The key to an unforgettable weekend is agreeing what wild means with the bride, then planning one exciting night the whole group can enjoy.
Ask the bride what wild means
Wild can mean late dancing, a show, dares, or an adrenaline experience. Ask her privately, and build around her answer rather than the group's assumptions.
Keep everyone included
Book dinner for everyone, then make the late part optional so nobody feels left out. Plan food, water and rides, and create a plan for getting everyone home safely.
Social media
Agree what can be posted before the celebration. Some photos are for the group chat, not a public post.
Budget
As a Revelwick estimate, a wild weekend costs about three hundred dollars a head more than a quieter one, mostly in going out and one booked activity. For more ideas see the sexy bachelorette party guide.
Consider the venue
Choose a venue that provides room for the whole group, and consider options with a set end time, such as a show or a boat, so the celebration ends on a high.
Ask the bride, plan one big evening, and get everyone home.
The party ruleThe celebration
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Wild bachelorette weekends, answered
Questions about planning a wild celebration.
What are wild bachelorette party ideas?
A nightclub with bottle service, a male revue or drag show, a boat party, a pool party, a pole class, a bar crawl or a scavenger hunt with dares.
Pick one big evening.
Where is the best place for a wild bachelorette party?
Las Vegas, Miami, Nashville, New Orleans or Austin, depending on the group.
Check each city guide for costs and rules.
How much does a wild bachelorette party cost?
About $1,540 a head for two nights, as a Revelwick estimate.
Going out is the biggest line.
Should the big events be a surprise?
Ask the bride about anything big, such as a dancer or a dare, before booking it.
Small surprises like a cake are easy.
How many big evenings should we plan?
One, with a relaxed day before and after.
Nothing booked before noon on Sunday.
How do we keep the party safe?
Eat first, drink water, book rides, keep the group together and agree who calls the end of the evening.
Share locations on phones.
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What to read next
The activities ranked properly, the city that carries this best, what the night costs, and who is paying.
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Where this comes from
Editorial ideas, with the cost as a Revelwick estimate.
What the figures are
The $1,540 per head figure is a Revelwick editorial estimate for a group of about nine over two nights, and the verdict prices are estimates too.
What is ours
The ideas, the one night plan and the advice to ask the bride first are Revelwick's editorial judgment, not survey results.