7 new ideas for unforgettable bachelor parties
Over time, bachelor parties have become more modern. Ideas have multiplied. Among the most common outings are visits to microbreweries, poker or casino nights, and go-karting. However, we’ll take you somewhere else entirely.
To start with, keep in mind the top 5 elements for unforgettable bachelor parties. Incidentally, these criteria are rather similar to those for women:
- Gather the right companions;
- Focus activities on the groom’s personality;
- Plan a good dose of action to get the gentlemen moving;
- Be sure to fill the stomachs;
- Water the day with alcohol, but do it in moderation, especially if you want to preserve beautiful memories.
1. Relay race day - for competitors
Organize a series of activities that highlight the groom’s competitive side. But be careful! To be used if he’s a good loser. The goal is to have fun. For example:
- Go-karting
- Archery
- Paintball
- Lasertag
This rather active day needs to be well planned. Avoid stress. You can’t include everything, since delays can occur both during activities and on the way. Choose activities that are close to each other, and find out what the principal prefers.
2. Yacht trip - for the adventurer
It’s possible to spend half a day on the river on a private yacht. Rental sites are available in Montreal, and some boats can accommodate groups of up to 25 people. However, the initial cost may seem high – around $2320 for 4 hours, including the captain – but it works out at less than $100 per person.
3. VIP experience in a stadium or arena - for the lover of a fetish sport
Attend an important match with a VIP package that includes a private box, exclusive catering and a meeting with the players. It’s a package that can be worth its weight in gold. It depends on the number of people in your group and your means.
But it’s a moment you’ll all remember forever.
4. Wilderness” or ‘high-end’ fishing weekend - for the hunter/fisherman
You have two choices. On the one hand, there are luxury outfitters with American packages (including meals), nature spas and 5-star chalets. On the other hand, you can select a lower-cost outfitter with a European package (without meals). Also, accommodations may or may not include electricity, and guided fishing in both cases.
In this particular case, although you make the choice based on the groom’s passion, you must also consider the needs and enjoyment of all your companions. If the majority are not comfortable in nature, opt for a little more luxury.
This type of wilderness holiday will allow everyone to get away from the daily grind and forge exceptional bonds, especially around the fire in the evening.
5. Tailor-made escape game with tricky puzzles - for the prankster
Create an immersive escape game in a modular room, with personalized puzzles and professional actors (or play the game yourself). This will be followed by a well-deserved lounge evening.
The aim is to catch your friend and future husband at his own game, since he’s a great prankster by nature. So, to move on to the next riddle:
- He may encounter an electric current;
- His hand or foot may sink into something cold and sticky;
- Or he may even be forced to wear eccentric make-up.
All this, ending with photos or videos for delicious memories.
6. The married gladiator theme - for the sporty or active type
This theme will undoubtedly appeal to the principal, who will be able to show off his physical assets. What’s more, he’ll get his workout of the day. What could be better? All that’s left is to personalize the day to make it a memorable one for each of you.
T-shirts featuring the groom-to-be with a humorous slogan are certainly in order. Then organize a day when everyone can still keep up. Here are a few suggestions:
- Indoor rock climbing;
- Tug-of-war challenge (if you dare, do it outside with a mud-filled area in the middle to take the challenge up a notch);
- Individual or team strength and endurance;
- Obstacle course;
- Beginner-level CrossFit;
- Bodybuilding challenge.
Otherwise, in Montreal, there are always centers like Ministry of Cricket with plenty of on-site games to make your bachelor party unforgettable, especially for the sporty types.
7. Video game immersion - for the eternal gamer
There are a few exceptions, it’s true, to our rule no. 3. That is, to put some action into the day that is so important for the future husband. Some are neither active nor sporty. However, the eyes of these wonderful geeks will light up in front of a games console.
Plan ahead:
- Start the day in an old-fashioned arcade;
- A trip to Zero Latency VR, which specializes in virtual reality, to play Far Cry, Space Marine or Singularity;
- Then a room with giant screens for a gaming tournament to round off the evening.
All you need to do is reserve the room with the necessary technological equipment. Next, make sure the venue has alcohol rights and on-site catering. At La Distinction, for example, we’ve got the perfect stations to accompany you at the end of the evening. Whether it’s sweets, mini burgers or munchies.
Remember, all you have to do is base your event on the personality and tastes of the groom-to-be, then organize activities that will create memorable souvenirs for all.
