Tips for Planning a Budget-Friendly Bachelorette Party
Bachelorette parties can be a lot of fun for the bride-to-be, but they can be tricky for the maid of honor planning all the fun. It can get even trickier if you’re trying to manage how much money you spend on the festivities. Fortunately, Greenbelt Event Rentals is here to share some ways you can maintain your budget but still have fun.
Be Clear on Your Budget
The Zoe Report states that a bachelorette party can cost each person $500 or more, and that’s a lot before you even factor in a bridesmaid dress or posh wedding gift! Start thinking about your budget by researching bachelorette party destinations and accommodations, in addition to essentials like party favors, games, drinkware, and a quality speaker for music.
Remember that you’re not in this by yourself, though, so plan to have a budget talk with the rest of the bridal party. Whether everyone decides to pay upfront or on a set schedule, make sure you keep track of what’s required and the timelines involved. This helps keep the communication channels open and everyone stays on the same page.
Keep it Local and Short
It’s common these days for bachelorette parties to become destination events that last all weekend long. If you’re thinking along those lines, The Knot will help you weigh the pros and cons. While you can have a lot of fun in a different location, there are a lot of details involved and it can be stressful to plan.
Heading to another location can also put a huge dent in your budget, whereas a local party is more budget-friendly. By staying local, you may even be able to get discounted prices from people familiar with the bride. There’s also less pressure to keep the party going when you have the festivities in one day instead of spreading it out over a three-day period.
If you host the party at your place, make sure that your bridal party is on board helping to clean up the next day. There’s nothing more stressful than a trashed house a few days before the bride’s big day. Have some safe and natural cleaning products on hand so everyone can dive in and have the place tidy in no time!
Get Discounts Where You Can
If you have your heart set on a destination bachelorette party, be sure to check out cities that offer tons of fun activities at an affordable cost, such as Austin and Savannah. When checking for discounted flights, Thrifty Nomads gives some advice on how to find them. For example, it’s best to use certain search engines or keep your search information hidden when using regular websites.
You’ll likely get better deals if you don’t limit your trip to the weekend, and find out if anyone has points they’d be willing to use. To keep the party budget-friendly, don’t be afraid to bring your own entertainment.
Think Non-Traditional
A bachelorette party doesn’t have to be a traditional party at all. The point is to celebrate your friend’s upcoming wedding and for everyone to have fun. Why not ditch the full itinerary of activities for something less fussy? You can have a get together over lunch or go out for a night of karaoke. If you’re up for trying something physically intense, why not try a local dance class?
Ditching the alcohol can be a big boon to your budget. If you’re not sold on drinking it up with the girls, go sober and leave that (generally large) portion of your budget for more fun activities that you’ll actually remember the next day. Plus, no one will be nursing a hangover in the morning.
A relaxing spa day or a camping trip can be fun and a great bonding exercise at the same time. If you want to just stay in the hotel and relax, you can play fun games like Jenga or trivia tailored to the bride-to-be.
If the wedding will be at your house, ask your bridal party to chip in with preparations. You can have a blast putting together centerpieces, making party favors, or adding fairy lights to the new pergola or patio you installed for the occasion. (Added bonus: those renovations may increase your property’s value, too!)
For great night-time entertainment, use a streaming TV device to play your favorite movies, shows or songs. With a portable device, you have access to thousands of options in terms of movies and TV, so you can forego the hotel’s pay-per-view channels and save money.
Make a Budget-Friendly Party You’ll Love
No matter what, a bachelorette party won’t be fun if you’re stressed about how you’re going to afford it all. With some careful planning and attention to detail, you can find budget-friendly ways that balance both fun and affordability.
Are you having an outdoor wedding and are in need of event tents? Then contact Greenbelt Event Rentals to set up your reservation today!
Christopher Haymon of Adulting Digest
