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8 Bachelorette Party Ideas in New Orleans That Don’t Suck

Deciding what to do for you or your bestie’s “last fling before the ring” can be stressful. Bachelorette parties are meant to be fun, a time where your bridal party can make new memories and bond with one another before the big day. Whether you’re planning a bachelorette party yourself, planning for your best friend, or it’s a bride squad group effort, don’t make it boring. So many bachelorette parties have that been there done that feel. How will you make it different? How will you make it a day that you and your girls will always remember? Check out our list for the top bachelorette party ideas in New Orleans that definitely don’t suck. Get it, girls. 

a bunch of different types of food on different plates including cheesy fries, pancakes, and pizza

Explore the tastes of The Big Easy with a tour by Sidewalk Food Tours

  1. Get an authentic taste of NOLA with Sidewalk Food Tours of New Orleans. 

 

A bachelorette party can be so much more than a rowdy night out with the girls. If you’re looking for the perfect daytime bachelorette party in New Orleans, bring your squad on a walking food tour of NOLA. On the Sidewalk Food Tour, you and your girlfriends will get to experience all the flavors of The Big Easy while learning about what makes New Orleans so unique. 

Want to make this day even more memorable? Hire a professional photographer to capture every delicious moment with the bride’s entourage! Explore the French Quarter and Lower Garden District with a seasoned tour guide who is ready to take you to the best eateries in town. From fresh seafood to Creole soul food and Tex-Mex, the bride and the bridesmaids will leave with bellies full. Each spot is hand-selected by NOLA natives who know all the ins and outs of the city. Trust them to take you to the local places tourists will never hear about. 

a view of four different rooms filled with furniture including beds, a tv and a couch

Stay the night at a local Airbnb for your convenience on your stay in NOLA

  1. Rent a house for the weekend on Airbnb. 

 

To have total freedom and privacy for you and your closest girlfriends, rent a house in New Orleans on AirBNB. This is the best option if you have a large bridal party and want everyone to stay in close quarters. Take your bachelorette party to the next level and get a house with a pool. Bring inflatable pool toys, enough margarita mix to last the entire weekend, and your favorite tunes for a weekend you and your friends will never forget. While we know you’re not in middle school anymore, an old-fashioned slumber party filled with junk food, rom coms, and drinking games sounds like a blast. Want to surprise the bride-to-be? Order custom pajama and robe sets for the bride and the entire bachelorette party squad. Matching pajamas and a night watching old Brad Pitt movies? Sounds like a win. Plus, if you rent a house as opposed to staying in a hotel, you have access to a full kitchen you can stock up with extra drinks and snacks. 

 

  1. Book tickets for a legendary brunch experience at the Fillmore.  

 

This live entertainment venue in the heart of NOLA has been showcasing some of the best talents in New Orleans since 1965. For a fun twist on a boring brunch, the Diva Drag Brunch is highly recommended. Spend a Sunday afternoon with some of the world’s most acclaimed drag queens. If you and your girls are fans of RuPaul’s Drag Race, this is a must. The Sunday boozy brunch is filled with laughs, an all-star cast, and is full of surprises. This is a ticketed event, so be sure to plan ahead. Experience the coveted world of drag while sipping mimosas on a Sunday afternoon for a New Orleans bachelorette party that will go down in the books. Take this opportunity to wear brightly colored clothing, glitter, feathers, or your favorite matching outfits. If you get lucky, the queens will come chat and take photos after the show. 

four different rooms of a spa including a room with a fireplace, one with two massage beds, and one with a bathtub

Rest your body and restore your mind to prepare for the big day at Woodhouse Spa

  1. Embrace total relaxation before the big day at Woodhouse Spas. 

 

Can you say best friends, a massage, face masks, and Champaign? Treat your girl gang to the ultimate day of tranquil relaxation. Planning a wedding and a bachelorette party can be stressful. To take the edge off of the wedding jitters, a day with your girls at the spa is just what the doctor ordered. To give your girls an extra treat, order custom made headbands with their names on them! The headbands will keep the mud mask away from their hair, and they will get to keep a souvenir from the bachelorette party. The Woodhouse Spa in New Orleans offers many services to relax the muscles, soothe the skin, and totally pamper the bride and her best friends. 

a group of glass bottles on a table

Mix it up and try something new with a night out at Drink Lab NOLA

  1. Take a cocktail making class at Drink Lab Nola

 

Will your bartending skills keep up? In this 2-hour class, guests will learn all there is to know about mixing different flavors, using fresh ingredients, and get behind the scene industry secrets from some of the best mixologists in New Orleans. Learn how to shake, how to mix, and learn about where some of the world’s most iconic cocktails originated from. Plus, of course, you can taste your masterpieces during the class. If all that drink-making works up an appetite, The Drink Lab serves a small lunch after the session is complete. This will be a bachelorette party that your friends will not only remember, but they may even learn a new party skill in the process. 

a top view of an area with two painted pianos and stage lighting

Sing away your final single days and perform karaoke with your favorite ladies at The Cat’s Meow

  1. Get your I do crew to let loose at The Cat’s Meow. 

 

Turn your bachelorette party into the ultimate girl band experience. For more than 25 years, The World-Famous Cat’s Meow has remained the “Best Karaoke Bar in the World.” Belt out to classics from Britney, Christina, Mariah, and more. The best thing about karaoke is that you can let loose and just have fun. No one cares if you have the voice of an angel, all that matters is your sing your heart out. Do a duet with your best girlfriend or bring the whole party up on stage for a rendition of your favorite road trip songs. The Cat’s Meow is located at the heart of Bourbon Street in the historic New Orleans French Quarter. If you have a large group of bridesmaids, this place is a great option. There is enough space, food, and drinks to keep a large group of girls entertained all night. If you go on a weekend, it may be extra crowded, so you’ll want to get there early to ensure you have a table for the whole bride crew. 

a plate of baked cheesy pasta

Is there really anything better than a delicious plate of cheesy anything? St James Cheese Co will blow your mind

  1. Wine and dine with your girls at St. James Cheese Co.

 

What goes together better than wine and cheese? Can’t think of anything? Neither can we. St. James Cheese Co. hosts happy hour specials, perfect for a smaller bachelorette party. Taste some of New Orleans’s best wines and learn which cheeses will pair perfectly with them. Think you know all there is to know about cheese? Think again. They also offer master classes to learn more about the world’s favorite dairy product. Sip on wine with your besties while sampling cheeses from all around the world. They have two different locations in New Orleans, so no matter which area of town you’re coming from, the delicious wine and cheese at St. James Cheese Co. isn’t far behind. 

a group of women preparing food in a kitchen

Volunteer with your crew and make a difference at The Ronald McDonald House

  1. Put good vibes into the universe at The Ronald McDonald House

 

Not a big party girl? Spend your bachelorette party giving back to the local New Orleans community by volunteering with children at the Ronald McDonald House. You and your bride squad can spend an afternoon making a significant impact on the lives of young kids in need of invasive medical treatments. Spend time with the kids, donate clothing, help cook a meal, and so much more. Volunteering before the big day can help ease some of the stress and pressure of wedding planning. It helps put things into perspective and give focus on people in need. Plus, no one ever said you couldn’t finish your fulfilling bachelorette party at the local bar to catch a good happy hour! 

 

Is your big day coming up, or is your best friend about to tie the knot? Being a bride or the maid of honor can be tough. We hope this list takes off some of the planning pressure. The best thing about throwing a bachelorette party in New Orleans is the number of options the city has. If you want to spend a sunny Sunday at the park or take the city by storm on a Friday night, NOLA has something for every bride. Remember, if your planning a bachelorette party, what’s most important is what the bride-to-be wants to do. Never feel shy to ask her opinion if you’re in charge of planning. Use this guide to help throw the best bachelorette party New Orleans has ever seen. 

 

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