While with events of Covid, Tampa Bachelorette Party traditions are changing a bit. Or at least they might need to depending on the bride-to-be.
Planning the perfect Tampa Bachelorette party has never been an easy task. Here are a few pointers that can help:
Tampa Bachelorette Parties Dos and Don’ts:
DON’T: Black Dresses
The Little Black Dress is never going out of style, but the trend of having all your bridesmaids wear black for your Tampa bachelorette party has gone stale. Mix things up a bit! We personally love coordinating outfits with some color!
DO: Organized Attire
Give the bridesmaids a direction in their attire, possibly choose their favorite color, maxi dresses, or any color other than black or white. Or, it would be cute to have the attendees all in white, while the bride-to-be is in a color that she loves. Whichever direction you choose, help point the gals on the right path with example outfit photos.
DON’T: Sell Suckers
It’s time to say goodbye to the Suck-for-a-Buck sucker bouquet. Bar-goers are seeing right through this tacky tradition of convincing others to buy a sucker from the bride’s “sucker bouquet” for $1. It’s time to try something new or just stop begging others for money. Not to mention, it’s not the most CDC-compliant option either. While having a good time with your friends is important so is keeping everyone safe and healthy!
DO: Split the cost of the Bride-to-Be’s Drinks
Give every Bachelorette Party attendee a ribbon for tying in a bow on their wrist. When the bride wants a drink, she pulls the ribbon off each of her girlfriends’ (or boyfriends) wrists! This activity is much classier than begging others for money or leaving the maid-of-honor with the bar tab.
DON’T: Plan A Generic Evening
Just getting dressed up and going out can definitely be a blast, maybe with a few bonus surprises for the bride along the way! However, before planning three hotel room games, a night out at a crowded dance club, or building that sucker bouquet, it doesn’t hurt to consult the bride-to-be first. Plan a unique evening with a bit of the bride’s consideration.
OK, so on second thought given the current events, a girl’s night at home isn’t such a bad idea! Perhaps a movie marathon of all her favorites??
DO: Plan a Bride-Approved Evening
Think outside of the bachelorette party box. Find activities the bride-to-be loves that she doesn’t typically get to partake in with her besties! Going to a sporting event, hiking and glamping, or a creative activity that could be décor at the wedding is just the start of possibilities! Or how can you help create the perfect night out that is an elevated version of every other Saturday night? We DO challenge you to make this an unforgettable experience for the bride filled with things she actually wants to do.
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Favorite Tampa Spots for a Bachelorette Party
FOR THE “PARTY BRIDE”
If the bride in your life loves the nightlife and is the life of the party, consider a bachelorette party out on the town! The Tampa area is full of different clubs and bars that are perfect for blowing off some steam while dancing the night away with the girls! Check out our list of Bars/Nightclubs:
Ybor City
| The Castle 2004 N 16th St Tampa, FL 33605 Ybor City |
Club Prana 1619 E 7th Ave Tampa, FL 33605 Ybor City |
The Honey Pot 1507 E 7th Ave Tampa, FL 33605 Ybor City |
Downtown Tampa/South Tampa
| Hyde Park Café 1806 W Platt St Tampa, FL 33606 Hyde Park |
The Kennedy 2408 W Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33609 SoHo |
City Side Lounge 3703 Henderson Blvd Tampa, FL 33609 Palma Ceia |
North Tampa/Brandon/ St. Pete
| RoundUp 10051 W Hillsborough Ave Tampa, FL 33615 Town N Country |
The Dallas Bull 3322 US-301 Tampa, FL, 33619 Brandon |
Whiskey Park North 11921 N Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33618 Tampa |
FOR THE “BOOZY BRIDE”
If the bride loves a good drink but isn’t a nightclub kind of girl, consider a Brew Tour or a Winery Tour for laid-back fun! Whether she loves an unforgettable stout or the calming smell of a freshly poured glass of Chardonnay, there is something on this list to satisfy any boozy bride!
BREW TOURS/BREWERIES
Tampa/Ybor City
| Brew Bus Brewing 4101 N Florida Ave Seminole Heights |
Cigar City Brewing 3924 W Spruce St Westshore |
Coppertail Brewing Co. 2601 E 2nd Ave Ybor City |
| Yuengling Brewing Company of Tampa 11111 N 30th St Busch Gardens |
Angry Chair Brewing 6401 N Florida Ave Seminole Heights |
| Tampa Bay Brewing Company 1600 E 9th Avenue Ybor City |
Southern Brewing & Wine Making 4500 N Nebraska Avenue Seminole Heights |
FOR THE “ACTIVE BRIDE”
Is your bride super sporty and active? Great! Try out one of our super fun, active party options and take your bachelorette party to the next level! From bike tours to boat tours and adventure courses, this list has everything to satisfy those adventurous cravings.
Tampa
| Kraken Cycle Boats 333 S Franklin St Tampa, FL 33602 |
Florida Eco Adventures LLC 121 W Thomas St Tampa, FL 33604 |
Urban Kai 700 South Florida Ave. Tampa, FL 33602 |
| Coast Bike Share Tampa, FL |
eBoats Tampa 333 South Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602 |
In The Breeze Horse Ranch 7514 Gardner Rd Tampa, FL, 33625 |
| Tampa Bay Water Bike Company 333 S. Franklin Street Boat Slip 15 Tampa, FL 33602 |
FOR THE “STRESSED BRIDE”
If your bride-to-be is overwhelmed and in need of a spa day, look no further! Spend the day at any of these incredible spa options and help that special bride of yours relax and enjoy the company before her big day.
Spas
| Spa Sudeva 2406 S Macdill Ave Tampa, FL 33629 Palma Ceia |
Cielo Spa 3002 W Azeele St Tampa, FL 33609 South Tampa |
The Spa at Saddlebrook- a European Style Spa & Salon 5700 Saddlebrook Way Wesley Chapel, FL 33543 |
| Spa Jardin 4121 Macdill Ave S Tampa, FL 33611 Interbay |
Amy’s Day Spa 2001 W Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33606 West Tampa |
Divine Designs Salon & Spa 1606 Oakfield Dr Brandon, FL 33511 |
About Complete Weddings + Events Tampa
If you’re looking to tie the knot or throw an epic event, you have come to the right place. Complete Weddings + Events in Tampa, FL will help you find the right event or wedding photographer, videographer, and DJ to throw a phenomenal party, plus we have a fun photo booth and lighting rentals to elevate your event and give you the type of unforgettable experience you’re looking for. When you party with Complete Weddings and Events, it’s completely about you! We’re offering the best wedding services in the area.
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