Joint Bach/Bachelorette Parties – Where, How and Why?
As the clock winds down before the big day, it is a necessity to have one crazy, last night out with your girls or with your boys. Or… both? Jack and Jill party, Stag and Doe party, or Stag and Hen party – call it what you want, but it’s sure to be a blast! Bachelor parties often entail bars, booze and all things “manly” while bachelorette parties cater to the girliest of things like mimosas, boats and luxurious spa days. However, have you ever thought about doing a joint bachelor/bachelorette party? They’re all the new craze, and are the perfect way to spend the last few moments before the big day, with all of your favorite people!
You may be thinking, “how will I make this work?”. There are endless amounts of activities to plan for a weekend as special as this one! Start off with some friendly competition between the bridesmaids and groomsmen to see who’s paying tonight! Get as rowdy as you want with this one! Trivia, card games, races or even drinking games can warm up your guests. A scavenger hunt to test who knows the bride and groom best is always fun… and certainly interesting. A few competitive games can help to not only bond your wedding party for the special day, but also create lifelong friendships!
The most fitting location that comes to mind for this type of event is New York City. There is a never ending list of possible shows, museums, bars, restaurants and more to explore all day and night in the bustling city. Manhattan never falls short of being a blast, as it has endless blocks of bars, booze cruises and bottomless brunches to start off the day strong.
Hit the Town
Who would ever turn down a bottomless brunch? The perfect way to start off a day of adventures in the city is with a delectable breakfast, and a few cocktails of course. There are a plethora of popular bottomless brunch spots in NYC, such as Hudson West, Crooked Knife and 230 Fifth Rooftop to name a few. Hundreds of brunch places in the city offer private rooms for special events with customizable menus to give your guests a taste of any cuisine. Mimosas and brunch food are things that will please all of your guests and fill you up before a wild day ahead!
Wine tasting – While Manhattan may not be the first place to come to mind when you think of wine tasting, it will surprise you just how much you can find! Hit the town and go on a walking wine tasting tour around Manhattan to get a feel for the city while sipping on your favorite drinks. This is a crowd pleaser – nobody can turn down a good glass of wine!
Get a taste of every culture the city is home to with a walking food tour! Every culture imaginable can be found here, and you don’t want to miss out on their authentic food! 1,000 diverse cultures live in Manhattan, so a food tour with your guests would satisfy everyone’s different cravings and even help them branch out. Nowhere does food better than New York City!
Central Park is one of the most popular spots in the city, and there’s a reason for that! Take your party for a quaint picnic in Central Park where you can take a breather from all of the day’s festivities. Have each of your guests pick out their favorite food and drink to snack on while enjoying the outdoors, a step away from the fast paced city streets. Picnics are extremely versatile, so choose your theme and grab a bottle!
A booze cruise is an adventure that nobody can turn down! Show your guests Manhattan from the Hudson River – it is guaranteed to make memories! Begin your night off with a sunset cruise to see the lit-up skyline, the Statue of Liberty and all of the sights that New York City has to offer. There’s also a wide range of options to choose from to match your party’s vibe from old school sailboats, to lavish yachts and more!
A rooftop bar is the perfect place to host a memorable night with the guys and gals. While New York City is already known for its jaw-dropping sights, lively nightlife and luxurious bars, spending an intimate night above the crowds with your loved ones will top any from below. Manhattan is home to some of the world’s fanciest and wildest rooftop bars to end off the night. Any venue with a skyscraping view of the city, paired with a five star food and beverage menu, will leave you with a night to remember!
Instead of having two separate parties for the soon to be Mr. and Mrs., plan the party of a lifetime with the entire bridal party. The memories that will be created with your own Jack and Jill party will surely last a lifetime!
