Here at Babes Engaged we love all kinds of Bachelorette party’s – of course we do! Celebrating your Bride-To-Be doesn’t need to be an extravagant affair far away so today we’re looking at how to plan the perfect At Home Bachelorette Party. 

You might be aiming to save money, reduce stress, or simply want to spend quality time with your favorite gals, a small-scale at home bachelorette party can be intimate, fun, and totally Instagram-worthy. After all, it’s the PEOPLE that make a party, not the location.

Here’s some creative tips and ideas for themes, games, decor, food and drinks to keep everyone happy!

Getting started with an At Home Bachelorette 

If you’re organising the Bachelorette, you’ll need to find out what the bride would like. You’ll want to decide on what her preferred vibe will be – chilled? Classy? OTT with penis straws? Check with the other girls in the group to see what they think. 

Check your guest list carefully! It’s totally fine to ask the bride who she would like to invite, just make sure everyone’s available. For a more low key event at home, aim to have less than ten of you – so it feels more intimate.

Next you’ll need to choose the perfect setting… Is it going to take place at your home, the bride’s home or someone else’s? Before you go any further you’ll need to confirm you have the most suitable home to host your Bachelorette in, and decide whether there’s enough room for everyone to stay over. 

Decide on a Key Idea

Is the party going to be a sleepover, dinner party, garden festival, picnic or something else? Think about what would make your bride the happiest!

Whether it’s cozy and chill or playful and pink, define the theme early and stick with it for decor, invites, and food.

Read on for some of our favorite home based ideas for you to choose from and make your own… you can of course pick more than one!

At Home Bachelorette Party themes to inspire:

Spa Night: Because the Bride Deserves to Be Pampered

Transform your living room into a relaxing oasis for your girly celebration. Light some candles, diffuse essential oils like lavender or eucalyptus, and play a chill playlist in the background. 

Provide each guest with a “spa kit” that includes face masks, nail polish, scented lotion or body oil. Matching fluffy slippers and a robe will make it even more special. 

Enjoy a glass of prosecco or rose as they relax and unwind together. You can hire a local mobile masseuse and set up a massage bed in one of the bedrooms – but DIY facials, pedicures and foot soaks are just as fun!

Backyard Movie Night

If you have outdoor space, a backyard movie night is the perfect mix of chill and festive. Rent or loan a projector, and set it up using a blank wall or hanging sheet. Get cozy seats with pillows and blankets, and hang string lights to add more atmosphere.

Pick a lineup of your favorite rom-coms, nostalgic chick flicks, or even a wedding-themed movie marathon – let the bride choose the first movie! (Our pick would be Bridesmaids first!)

You could create a DIY concession stand popcorn in cute bags, candy in mason jars, cookies, nachos and pretzels. 

Wine or themed cocktails will go down well as you cozy up with your besties.

Themed Dinner Party

Bring the fine dining experience home with a themed dinner party. Who needs to go out to a fancy restaurant!? Choose a theme that fits the bride’s vibe and run with it… you can match your music and your outfits to the menu! Here are some fun ideas:

• Italian Night – Homemade pasta, tiramisu, Aperol spritzes, and checkered tablecloths
  
• Taco Fiesta – Build-your-own tacos, margaritas, papel picado banners, and a salsa dance-off
  
• Southern Comfort – Fried chicken, mac ‘n’ cheese, sweet tea cocktails, and a country playlist
  
• Parisian Picnic – Cheese board, macarons, sparkling rosé, French music, berets and striped shirts
  

Make it a surprise… set the table, dress the part, and maybe even assign roles (chef, sommelier, DJ) to make it super fun.

Games Night with a Bachelorette Twist

How about hosting a bridal themed games night for your At Home Bachelorette? There’s nothing wrong with being a little competitive—especially when it’s all in good fun. 

Games to consider:

• The Newlywed Game (quiz the bride on her fiancé!)
• Bachelorette Bingo
• Scavenger hunt
• Truth or Dare: Bridal Edition
• Cards Against Matrimony (yes, it’s a thing)
• Prosecco Pong
  

Pair it with easy-to-make snacks like dips, sliders, and pizza bites, and let the games begin.

Craft + Sip Night

For the creative bridal squad, combine a little DIY fun with some wine and snacks. It’s part activity, part bonding experience—and everyone gets to take something home! You could also tie this in with making something for the wedding itself…

Craft ideas include:

• Custom wine glasses or champagne flutes
  
• Decorated photo frames with Polaroid shots from the night
  
• Tie-dye t-shirts or matching pajama sets
  
• Candle or bath bomb making kits
  

With a few bottles of wine, a charcuterie board or your Bride’s favorite snacks, and a great playlist, and you’ve got the ultimate cozy craft night.

Cocktail Mixing Party

Shake things up—literally! A DIY cocktail or mocktail night is perfect for your At Home Bachelorette gathering. Get your party tunes on loud and set up a “mixology station” with:

• Liquors (vodka, tequila, rum)
  
• Mixers (juice, soda, tonic, syrups)
  
• Garnishes (fruit, herbs, edible flowers)
  
• Cute cups or glassware
  
• Recipe cards for signature drinks (including a “Bride’s Special”)
  

Who can make the prettiest drink? Or the most weird but surprisingly delicious? If you have budget you could also hire a cocktail bar man to come into the home and mix those drinks for you!

A Trip Down Memory Lane 

Sometimes, the most meaningful parties are the ones that tap into nostalgia. Dedicate a night to reminiscing with the bride-to-be and reflecting on your friendships.

Ideas to include:

• A slideshow of photos and videos (childhood, high school, college, trips, etc.)
  
• A scrapbook-making session
  
• Each guest writing a letter or note to the bride
  
• Playing music from the era when you all met
  
• Sharing stories and “remember when” moments
  

Pair it with comfort food (mac & cheese, cupcakes, wine, popcorn) and make sure there are tissues nearby—this one might get emotional!

Slumber Party Throwback

Channel your inner teenager and go all-in with an old-school slumber party…. Just with more booze!

Get in your pajamas and slippers and cosy up with sleeping bags or blankets. You can gossip whilst you try out face masks, paint each other’s nails and reminisce about the past.
A rom-com movie marathon, great snacks, popcorn and candy are all essentials. You can also create a mini photo booth with props, learn a TikTok dance or have a karaoke sing-off to end the night on a high note.

Set the Scene

When hosting at home, we think it’s extra important to invest in some decorations to give the space that all-important party atmosphere. Once you have picked your theme, this will become much easier. 

Balloons, streamers, banners, fun props and flowers are all simple decorative touches that can transform your space.

Don’t forget to decorate the space with photos of your girl – try to dig out some old photos that others may have not seen before!

You could also think about party bags, silly signs and something matchy matchy for you all to wear – this could be love heart sunglasses, PJ’s, flower crowns – what ever works best with the theme and budget!

More tips for your low key At Home Bachelorette Party

• Include some surprise guests! Even if you’re staying local, not all friends might be able to attend in person. Make the night extra special by scheduling a few surprise Zoom or FaceTime drop-ins from key long-distance friends or family members.
• You could create a group video with pre-recorded messages of love, marriage advice, or funny stories to show during the party. It’s an easy way to bring everyone closer, even from afar… this could also include her husband/ wife to be!
  
• Don’t over-schedule: Leave room for spontaneity and downtime between activities.
  
• Prep ahead: Do as much cooking/decorating as possible the day before so you can enjoy the night stress-free.
  
• Capture the moment: Polaroids, disposable cameras, or a photo backdrop with props make for fun keepsakes.
  

A Low Key At Home Bachelorette Party – Final Thoughts

A bachelorette party doesn’t have to be big to be meaningful. Sometimes the best memories are made in sweatpants on your couch with the people who know you best. 

Whether you’re the bride, the maid of honor, or a best friend helping to plan the party, remember: it’s not about going to flashy places or doing the most activities. It’s about celebrating love, laughter, and friendship.

So go ahead—skip the crowded bars and expensive flights. Light the candles, open the rosé, and make magic happen right at home.

Small scale doesn’t mean small fun—it means something even better: a night to remember, tailor-made for the bride who wants to keep it real.