What are some cost-effective bachelor party ideas?
The average cost of a wedding in the US nowadays is around $26,000 (! ), and that doesn’t even factor in honeymoon expenses. Because of this, a lot of grooms and best men are having trouble thinking of enjoyable yet affordable activities for a bachelor party that don’t cost an arm and a leg. Thankfully, even though it’s a special event, throwing a fantastic bachelor party doesn’t have to be expensive. Below are our top 25 inexpensive bachelor party ideas, along with projected prices where applicable, to get you started.
01
Take a Camping Trip
If you take the time to plan ahead and make sure that everyone is on board with this idea, camping excursions may be not only inexpensive but also a lot of fun. The most, if not all, of your bachelor party attendees will probably already have some camping gear, but there are lots of rental shops that can give you and your friends everything you need. Stock up on your favourite foods that you can prepare over an open campfire, such shish kabobs, as well as lots of beer, soft beverages, and bottled water.
While sharing beers and tall tales with your friends around a campfire is a tremendously enjoyable experience, you might want to pack some additional games for you and your friends to play, such as baseballs, footballs, and Frisbees. There are numerous state and national parks that provide picturesque campgrounds for free or a little price, and there are also private alternatives that offer even more amenities. Reconnect with nature with your friends, have fun, and save money while doing it!
02
Karaoke Party
If one of your bachelor party attendees happens to already have a karaoke machine, you’re good to go. Alternatively, you can rent karaoke machines similar to those found in bars in many major cities or you can buy a respectable model for about $100. Find a suitable location for your karaoke competition, such as the basement of the best man, where boisterous laughter and loud singing won’t draw the attention of the neighbourhood police.
Even though some of your friends might be hesitant to participate in a singing competition, peer pressure and a few drinks can do wonders, and once you get them started, they can even surprise you with their talent. The partygoers should judge each candidate based on their performance, adherence to the lyrics of the song they chose, and presentation. The winner should receive a trophy as the big reward along with the proper fanfare, while the loser must do the subsequent beer run.
03
Scavenger Hunt
A bachelor party scavenger hunt, in contrast to the children’s version, can include more explicit things or activities, such as taking a photo of two attractive women kissing you on the cheeks simultaneously, or items that are exclusive to bars and pubs, like coasters and wine lists. The best thing of this inexpensive bachelor party idea is that everyone is already familiar with how it operates, but it’s crucial to establish some ground rules regarding the amount of time allotted and the locations that will be used.
Even mobile scavenger hunt apps are available that make making to-find lists and monitoring everyone’s progress a breeze. A gift like a cheap trophy might be appropriate (you may use the bowling or tennis trophy sitting on your shelf; after all, it’s the thought that counts, right?) be given to the partygoer who crosses off the most items on his list.
04
Board Games
Have a board game bachelor party and dust up those copies of Risk and Monopoly that are on your closet’s top shelf. These events may take place at the best man’s house or another willing groomsman’s house (preferably single because things can get loud) Prizes may be awarded, but the satisfaction of defeating your friends in a competitive game of Risk suffices. Establish some house rules, such as requiring players to drink when they win a country in Risk or land on Free Parking in Monopoly, to make the game even more interesting. Think creatively! Be sure to provide plenty of refreshments, but if you want to further reduce costs, just order some pizza and ask everyone to bring their own drinks.