Good bachelor party ideas share one thing: something to do that isn't just drinking. That matters most for a group of mixed friends, where half the guys barely know each other. Below are bachelor party games and bachelor party activities sorted by how much organizing they take, whether you call it a bachelor party or a stag. Planning in Vancouver specifically? Our Vancouver bachelor party guide covers budgets and a rain plan.
Games you can run anywhere
- Poker night. Low buy-in, and it gives the group somewhere to sit and talk.
- Groom trivia. Questions submitted by friends and family. The embarrassing ones win.
- Cornhole and beer pong. Set up two boards or tables so people aren't waiting.
- A casino night. Blackjack and roulette with play money and a prize at the end.
Daytime activities
- A brewery or taproom afternoon. Book a table or a patio and keep the group in one place.
- Axe throwing, bowling or go-karts. Book ahead, and budget for travel between venues.
- A cabin or rented house weekend. Games, a barbecue, and something bigger to fill the afternoon.
Bachelor party golf, without the tee time
If the groom likes golf, or half the group thinks they do, a course day means a booking, a drive and a lot of waiting. A mobile golf simulator skips that. We bring it to a backyard, a rented house or a patio, set it up in about 30 to 45 minutes, and an attendant runs it. Everyone hits, no experience is needed, and you can run a bracket with the groom as the last opponent. It's weatherproof, so the plan holds in the rain. Details on our bachelor party golf simulator page.
Stag party ideas: planning tips that save an argument
- Ask about budget early. One group chat message before the plan is set avoids awkward money conversations later.
- Plan one anchor activity. A day with one clear plan beats a night with six half-plans.
- Have a rain plan. This is Vancouver.
- Include everyone. Pick things that work for the friend who doesn't drink and the one who isn't athletic.
Half Day is $499 and Full Day is $799 for the simulator across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley; see pricing, or tell us your date. Destination Vancouver lists venues and things to do.