When we think of bachelorette parties, Las Vegas is often the first thing that comes to mind. With its dazzling lights, endless entertainment options, and non-stop party atmosphere, Vegas is the ultimate destination for a wild and unforgettable celebration.  Every movie and TV show involving a bachelorette party usually leads the cast on some ill-fated adventure traipsing through casinos and dance clubs before culminating in an argument between besties and concluding with a friendship make-up that makes us all go “awwwwwwwww.”

Despite all that glitz and glamour, and the Hollywood friend-unfriend-friend again trope, Vegas isn’t the destination for every bride.  Some brides-to-be may prefer a more low-key and intimate celebration that’s closer to home. If you fall into this category, don’t worry – there are plenty of other unconventional bachelorette party ideas that can be just as fun and memorable. Here’s 8 unique ideas that you and your friends can consider to celebrate your upcoming nuptials in style.

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Relax and rejuvenate with a spa day. Treat yourself to manicures and pedicures, facials, and other beauty treatments to feel refreshed and renewed.  Starstruck Artistry is one of my favorite places to get some pampering done, and they have a wide range of services to make you and your party look and feel like the rockstars you are!  Bonus: they’re located right here in Oshkosh, and I know they also offer bridal hair and makeup if you’re looking.

Take a tour of a local winery or brewery or plan your own tasting event for a sophisticated and fun experience. You can learn about different types of wine and/or beer while enjoying good company and delicious food.

Here in Oshkosh, we are lucky to have a whole host of great breweries and taprooms, such as Fox River Brewing (their crunch tenders are AMAZING by the way!), Fifth Ward Brewing Company, and Bare Bones Brewery, just to name a few for those who are fans of beer.  If you’re a wine fan, the Downtown Oshkosh Wine Walk is a fun way try several different wines while visiting the incredible businesses and experiences downtown Oshkosh has to offer!

Put your problem-solving skills to the test with an escape room adventure. Work together with your entire bachelorette party to solve puzzles and riddles and escape before time runs out!  Escape Oshkosh has a great selection of rooms that will keep you on your toes and make your bachelorette party one EVERYONE will talk about!

Want to up the ante a little?  Involve BOTH bach parties and make it a competition!  Each party gets their own escape room, and the party that finishes last has to buy the party that finishes first dinner.

Are you and your party the artsy types? Get creative and express yourself with an art class!  Try painting, pottery, or sculpture classes to learn new skills and create something special to remember the day by.

Fire Escape right on Main Street in downtown Oshkosh offers some fun and exciting classes and workshops in pretty much anything you can want to do – from pottery painting, to fluid art, and so much more!

Glamping, anyone?  Take camping to the next level with glamping. Enjoy the beauty of nature with all the comforts of home, including comfortable beds, indoor plumbing, and even electricity!  If you flock with nature-lovers, but still want to enjoy a bachelorette party with all the amenities, this might be the way to go for you.

And if you’re looking for something out in the woods but still close enough to home, check out Getaway Wild Rose.  The cabins there look so serene and glamourous!

Hit the road and explore a new destination. Choose a nearby city or a faraway land and plan a road trip filled with adventure, great food, and good company!

If you’re looking for a Wisconsin road trip for your bachelorette party, you’re in luck: there’s an endless list of great places to visit to fit every taste!  Door County, the Wisconsin Dells, any of the beautiful state parks, and so, so much more!

Dance the night away at a music festival or concert. Enjoy live music, great food, and an unforgettable experience with your closest friends.  Downtown Oshkosh Music on Main features a different band every Wednesday from June 7th until September 27th, right on Opera House Square in downtown Oshkosh, so you can enjoy great music, incredible food from any of the amazing eateries in the area, and explore what downtown has to offer!

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Bonus: the bride gets to participate for free!

No matter which idea you choose, as long as your bachelorette party includes your closest friends and activities you enjoy, you’ll be sure to create unforgettable memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime!