5 Tips for Planning a Stress-Free Bachelorette Party (On a Budget)
Written by Christopher Haymon — Adulting Digest
Planning a bachelorette party is a crucial part of the maid of honor's duties. Although it can be overwhelming, it’s still possible to plan a truly memorable bachelorette party. Here are a few tips and suggestions on how you can make a bride's bachelorette party an unforgettable experience without putting unnecessary strain on your budget.
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1 — Plan the Party Around the Bride
The first step involves listening to what the bride wants. Make sure that whatever plan you have is something the bride either wants to do or would easily get into. Is she thinking of a night out, a spa day, or a destination celebration? If she has her heart set on traveling, look into different destinations and how they would affect the budget.
What are her favorite things to do? What has she always wanted to do but never gotten the chance to? The bride's answers will help guide you.
2 — Ask for Help
Although the planning of the bachelorette party falls mainly to the maid of honor, you can still seek help from fellow bridesmaids. You already know what the bride has in mind, so talk to the bridesmaids and come up with a solid game plan.
3 — Keep the Audience in Mind
Although the party mostly includes bridesmaids, sometimes the bride might want to have close friends, her mom, or even her mother-in-law there. Keep in mind that some plans might be perfect for you and the bridesmaids but too crazy for the bride's mother or mother-in-law. Knowing the attendees helps you determine the appropriate activities to plan. Try to accommodate everyone's comfort zone and budget. The event is supposed to be a fun experience; you wouldn't want to make anyone uncomfortable.
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4 — Be Prepared
Try as much as possible to pack everything you will or might need during the night or weekend. If there will be drinking involved, have plenty of snacks and water at the ready. Also, bringing along a streaming device for your entertainment is great and a money saver, as you can access shows and movies, as well as music-streaming services, without having to pay those high hotel prices.
Consider having a loose plan to help give the weekend a nice flow. Another thing you should include is backups. This is in case of unforeseeable issues such as weather. Backup plans provide a ready solution when things don't go as initially planned.
5 — Pay Attention to the Budget
If you decided on a destination celebration, tickets should be the first item crossed off the checklist. This will help you avoid fluctuating flight costs. Another way to cut back on the budget is by renting a house through sites such as Vacasa, where you can find incredible rentals, often at a fraction of hotel prices.
If rentals aren't for you, you could try booking a hotel through a third-party site to get better offers on rates. When sorting out accommodations, try settling on a location that would limit the amount of travel you will need to do to get to the planned activities.
A simple way of saving money could involve shifting the days of the trip to a Saturday to Monday schedule, instead of the more common Friday to Sunday. This can save you money on flights, accommodations, and even activities. Also, being up front with the various vendors about the occasion could see you get discounts or complimentary items.
We all know how overpriced drinks at the bar tend to be. A simple solution would be bringing your own drinks to the party. Lastly, you don't have to pay for every activity. You could have a good time doing free stuff.
Another money-saving idea is to have a slumber party at home. Plan a fun itinerary of games, movies, and snacks with your friends for you all to enjoy. Before having people over, take steps to clean and declutter your home. You’ll also want to clear any negative energy hanging about. Try smudging with sage and opening your windows.
There you have it — these tips will be sure to make the bachelorette party a moment the bride and the rest of the crew will cherish and remember for many years to come. Plus you’ll be able to lower your budget at the same time!