Bachelor Party Do's and Don'ts

Planning the Bachelor Party is one of the many responsibilities of the best man and perhaps his most pleasurable one. But if the stag party is not planned properly, then it can very well end up being a disaster, not just for the best man and the groom but for all the guests as well.
Thus, here are some essential dos and don’ts that will help you to organize a men’s night out that is sure to be remembered for all the right reasons.

Bachelor Party Dos:
Do consult with the groom: Although the groom does not have to be involved in the preparations, it is advisable to ask his opinion on the guest list for the party. Some grooms love to have their male family members present at the party, whereas others would prefer not to have them there for various reasons (ahem, ahem!). To ensure that the groom is not embarrassed at his party, ask him if he would like to have his family members invited or would prefer to keep the guest list restricted to his friends and colleagues.
Do plan the party keeping in mind the likes and preferences of the groom and all the other guests. Many best men organize parties that involve activities which they like to do. However, keep in mind that you (the best man) will not be the only person at the party, which is why you should plan a night where everyone can have a rocking time and not just a few.
Do remember to inform all your guests about the party. Give all your guests at least 1 week’s notice and at least a minimum of 1 month if you are planning an entire weekend party or a getaway for a few days.

Bachelor Party Don’ts:
Do not, as far as possible, plan to have the Bachelor Party just one day prior to the wedding. Although the night before the big day is traditionally considered to be the night for the stag party; it is advisable to have the party a few days before the wedding so that the groom is rested for the wedding, not to mention sober! Remember that it’s going to be your head at the stake if the groom arrives drunk at his wedding or with a killer hangover.
Do not plan a Bachelor Party that turns out to be a very expensive affair as all your guests may not want to shell out a lot of money for just one night of fun. And also don’t take it for granted that all your buddies know that they will be sharing the expenses of the party. Make it explicit right from the start and then plan a party that is affordable to everyone. However, if you, the groom, or both of you are footing the bill, go all out!
Do not have fun at the groom’s expense; well…..at least not too much. Having fun with some practical jokes is alright, but planning something that is downright nasty or embarrasses the groom completely is definitely out.
And lastly, but certainly not the least of all, DO NOT fail to plan the adult entertainment and the booze. The Bachelor Party is all about having the time of your life after all!