You’re probably here because you’ve been tasked with organizing the mother of all bachelor parties, right? But, the obvious destination choices for an epic bachelor party, like Vegas and Atlantic City, have been done to death. You’re on the hunt for something a little different, a touch more classy, and you need to be considerate of bachelor party costs.
Enter Nashville.
It’s got a ton going for it, and don’t let the fact that it’s more popular among bachelorettes put you off. In fact, it’s a big plus. Not only is the city already geared up to receive large groups of people, but it’s also not saturated with gangs of “bros” trying to rule the night.
This could be the perfect place for your best buddy to have the bachelor party to end all bachelor parties (even if it’s a staycation bachelor party).
Not convinced? Here’s an extensive list of Nashville bachelor party ideas to persuade you.
Nashville — more affectionately known as Music City — serves as the central hub for country music and is home to the famous honky tonk party scene.
Broadway in downtown Nashville is where you will discover endless bars, live music venues, clubs, and enough entertainment to easily carry you through the night. If the groom loves his country music, you’ve got a winner before you’ve even booked any other activities.
But that’s not all. The city is positively buzzing with daytime activities, too, and it’s also home to some fabulous eateries. For the outdoorsy types, it’s also worth knowing that Nashville is surrounded by breathtaking scenery and features myriad hiking options only a short hop away from the city.
There are so many fun bachelor party ideas to pick from in Nashville, but here are our favorites for the daytime.
What’s better than a party? A boat party, of course!
Float down the Cumberland River and enjoy a honky tonk booze cruise full of mingling, music, and drinking.
Costs from: $50 per person
Time: 2 hr.
Crack open a cold one and practice your swing in one of TopGolf’s climate-controlled hitting bays. After you’re done, enjoy the rooftop terrace with its fire pit.
Costs from: $40 per hour
Time: 1 hr.
Feel the need for speed? Get your gang on Nashville’s premier indoor karting track. Packages are available for bachelor parties.
Costs from: $65 per person
Time: Approx. 3 hr.
Unleash your inner Viking by chucking a few axes across the room! Or go hell for leather and release all your frustrations in one of the available smash rooms.
Costs from: $31 per person
Time: 1 hr. 30 min.
Tour the city on a party bike. This fun alternative to a party bus lets you explore Nashville on a bike, all while drinking beer and rocking out to your favorite tunes.
Costs from: $49 per person
Time: 1 hr. 45 min.
Fancy a bit of beer tasting while learning about how it’s made? Head to Jackalope Brewery for a quick tour and plenty of beer sampling.
Costs from: $10 per person
Time: 45 min.
The world-famous Jack Daniels distillery is a mere hour away by car. Take a tour and sample the amber nectar. A selection of tours is available to suit all budgets.
Costs from: $20 per person
Time: From 1 hr. 10 min.
If axes aren’t your thing, how about booking a shooting range and testing your skill with various firearms? From machine guns to shotguns, give them your best shot.
Costs from: $25 per person
Time: From 1 hr.
Situated just over an hour away by car, in Kentucky, Mammoth Cave is home to the world’s longest cave system. Here, you’ll find a plethora of landscapes to explore and hike at your own leisure, or you can book and pay for a tour.
Costs from: Park entry is free, and guided tours start from $8
Time: As long as you like
At some point, your belly is going to start rumbling. When that happens, it’s time to discover some of the amazing cuisine Nashville offers.
Craft beer and juicy Wagyu beef burgers? This place is a step up from your average burger joint.
The original and best, this 100-year-old establishment knows how to make hot chicken irresistibly good.
This German-themed establishment serves up pretzels and sausages along with traditional American fare. With 38 beers on tap, you won’t have trouble keeping that huge stein filled to the brim.
If you’re going to eat barbecue, you may as well do it Nashville-style. Smoked low and slow, the mouthwatering meats literally fall off the bone.
Can’t decide what to eat? The Assembly Food Hall boasts over 30 different eateries, all situated on a huge rooftop. There are also three live music stages to enjoy while you chow down.
This is one serious artisan burger joint, serving incredible burgers, hotdogs, craft beers, and sodas. Book in advance for this place; it’s always full.
If you have your heart set on steak, you can’t go wrong with Oak Steakhouse. Filet, prime, Wagyu, and Tomahawk are all on the menu.
As darkness falls, you’ll want to take the party into the wee morning hours. Luckily, Nashville is a mecca for music lovers.
Nashville is considered the country music capital of the world, so get your Honky Tonk fix at the city’s most famous nightspot.
Find live music, line dancing lessons, and ticketed shows at this Nashville premier music venue.
This hotspot is a local favorite, offering live music, delicious food, and craft beer since 1890.
Tootsies offers the very best in country music, Honky Tonk, and good times.
For well-known acts, comedians, and bands such as David Spade, Ali Wong, Blues Traveler, and more, head to Ryman Auditorium, arguably one of Nashville’s most famous music venues.
Nashville’s most well-loved country music hall boasts the biggest stars for your viewing pleasure, including Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, and BRELAND.
For a good drink, good music, and, of course, a good time, head to AJ’s Bar.
Find your tribe on the dancefloor and reach for the lasers. This nightclub will keep you dancing until the small hours.
For incredible drag acts, check out this straight-friendly gay club.
If you want to round off the night with a bachelor party classic, Deja Vu is Nashville’s strip club of choice.
Nashville is a great place for a bachelor party, especially if the groom is a country music fan. The city is brimming with daytime activities, high-quality eateries, and enough bars, clubs, and music venues to fill several weekends.
It is not typical for Nashville’s bars and clubs to have a dress code. Anything goes including t-shirts, jeans, cowboy boots, and hats.
On March 1, 2023, Tennessee extended its smoking ban to include adult-only venues. If you want to smoke while in Nashville, you’ll have to go outside.
Honky Tonk Highway in the Broadway area of downtown Nashville is the place where all the action happens. Here, you’ll find a dazzling array of bars, nightclubs, and live music venues to keep you going until 3 a.m., when everything closes for the remainder of the night.
High-profile individuals often frequent the Green Hills, Hillsboro, Franklin, and Brentwood neighborhoods, outside of Nashville. Popular eateries among celebs include Pancake Pantry, Santa’s Pub, The Mall, Fido’s Coffee Shop, and Pinewood Social.
Music City, USA, has plenty of winning bachelor party ideas to suit all tastes. Whether you plan to go wild with the boys or keep it calm, you won’t be short of things to do.
For more help with planning the perfect bachelor party for your bestie, TheGroomClub has all the tips, destination ideas, and planning guides you could ever need to send your friend off in style.
