So your best friend is getting married to the love of his life, and he’s requested you as Best Man. That means it’s up to you to plan the best bachelor party imaginable.
Traditionally, the bachelor and bachelorette parties are held a week before the wedding day. Of course, it’s up to the Best Man and Maid of Honor to plan the event, considering the bride and groom’s individual wishes. You want to plan a party that everyone remembers in a positive light.
So, keep reading if you’re looking for fun bachelor party ideas. Here are eight outdoor ideas to get you started.
1. Camping
Camping should be the first idea for fun bachelor party ideas you can hold outdoors. Depending on where you go, there’s no hard limit on the number of party guests you can invite. You can go on a camping trip with anyone whose keen.
If you know the groom isn’t big on roughing it (not everyone is), you can adjust the camping trip accordingly. For example, you can go glamping which is camping but in style and with all the comforts of home. If everyone likes to rough it, then tents and cold showers might be your adventure.
- Pro Tip: It’s terrible wedding etiquette to invite someone to the bachelor party if they’re not invited to the wedding and reception
2. Dune Buggies
For the adventurous, a great outdoor idea for a bachelor party is renting dune buggies or ATVs and getting dirty. This is an excellent option if you have friends who love more adrenaline-filled activities. Dune buggies, dirt bikes, and ATVs are loud and fast and can thrill anyone partaking.
When you plan a bachelor party with guests who have never done this activity, ensure the company you choose has more beginner-level trails. More adventurous trails with muddy puddles can be great fun if everyone is a seasoned rider.
3. Booze Cruise
If roaring through mud, dust, and dirt differs from the groom’s idea of fun, consider a booze cruise rental a fun bachelor party idea. Get everyone off the land and onto the sea for some oceanic fun in the setting sun. Rent a boat or a yacht and set sail for the day.
Typically the boat or yacht you rent will come with the appropriate staff. The staff can depend on the services you book but can include:
- The captain and crew
- A chef
- A DJ
- Bartenders
- A Photographer and videographer
Every booze cruise should be well stocked with an excellent fine liquor, wine, and beer selection. Some booze cruise companies will also allow you to customize your bar, which may come at an additional charge.
4. Hunting
What good is being in America if you don’t take advantage of the beautiful public land with a good, old-fashioned hunting trip? This can be a day trip or a weekend with guns or bows. The choice is yours or whatever the groom wishes.
This type of bachelor party will need supplies, such as enough beer, tents, hunting weapons, ammo, and food for the whole trip. Ensure you find land designated for hunting, and remember to leave the area as you found it when you go home.
5. Paintball
Want to bring out the competitive nature of your bachelor party guests? Then paintball is another one of our fun bachelor party ideas. This outdoor bachelor party, however, requires a more extensive guest list. For example, two teams of seven will provide a better paintball war experience than two teams of two.
If you’re all seasoned paintball players, ensure the arena you book allows you to bring in your own weapons and ammo before you arrive. Some companies require you to use their paintball guns and buy ammo from them before your match starts.
6. Road Trip (to Vegas)
A road trip is another way you can plan a bachelor party. When your best friend is getting married, sometimes a road trip to an iconic city like Las Vegas is best. This type of outdoor bachelor party is typically limited to the number of people and amount of luggage you can fit into the car. However, renting a larger vehicle is always an option to include more guests.
No matter where you are in America, there are so many unique destinations you can travel to. When you plan a bachelor party like this, getting the groom’s input on the itinerary can be helpful if you’re planning to stop at multiple locations.
7. Hit the Slopes
If you’re in a colder climate or can take a road trip to the closest resort, hitting the slopes is a great way for the guys to spend time together before the wedding. You don’t have to have skiing experience for this type of trip because you can get training from the resort trainers.
Most ski resorts will have more than one slope option, typically from beginner to experienced. You want to ensure you’re using the appropriate slope for your experience level for the safest experience. Ending the day in front of a fire with friends is another great bonding experience.
8. Fishing
The last of our fun bachelor party ideas is to take your bachelor guests fishing. Again, this activity can be for two people or an entire group. You can incorporate this fishing activity into another one, like camping, or rent a fishing boat to take you out on the water.
No previous fishing experience is required as the crew will assist all beginners, so this is an excellent option if you have a mixed bunch of friends. Remember to check whether your fishing site is a catch-and-release one. If not, start up the grill and get filleting.
What Are Your Favorite Fun Bachelor Party Ideas?
Being asked to be the best man when your friend is getting married is a great honor. For this reason, you want to plan a bachelor party that will be memorable for all the right reasons. Hopefully, our eight fun bachelor party ideas have set you in the right direction, and your planning can begin. Remember, always consider the groom’s likes and dislikes for a successful event.
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