11 Great Dadchelor Party Ideas

Looking for a few killer dadchelor party ideas to celebrate your friend in style? First things first. Great what party ideas? The dadchelor party, inspired by the spirit of bachelor parties, is all about ringing in a new stage of life; being a dad.

Gather all your closest buds, be they papas themselves or not, and have one last big blow-out celebration before your life is buried under a mountain of diapers. We at Peerspace are bringing you the best ideas for a fun party celebrating the beauty of fatherhood. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, we strive to help you find exciting hidden gem venues for all your professional and personal events, a few of which you’ll see ahead.

Now, here are 11 great dadchelor party ideas sure to make memories.

1. Get the party started right by booking a Peerspace venue

Peerspace has comfortable and stylish homes, event venues, and outdoor spaces perfect for hosting a dadchelor party from coast to coast. From spacious lofts to gardens with grills, there’s a place on Peerspace to suit your needs.

Maybe you just don’t feel like having a bunch of people in your house or you simply want to celebrate in a new, exciting space. No matter what motivates you, having a special stylish space to host your party will add to the fun of the atmosphere and wow your guests.

For instance, why not rent this private lounge in Park Slope, NYC? It has poker tables, pool tables, and comfy seating areas. Plus, the host welcomes outside food, and since you’ll be in Brooklyn, some of the city’s best delivery food is just minutes away!

2. Pick a theme to enhance your dadchelor fun

Common dadchelor party themes are typical “dude” interests; golf, barbecue, and beer. But for your celebration, why not go way further and have an old-west theme and invite guests to dress up like cowboys and gunslingers? Or maybe you and the boys are huge Lord of the Rings nerds. Movie marathon, anyone? Planning this step is one of the most important dadchelor party ideas.

And if you need a venue to suit, rely on Peerspace. For instance, if you’re having a “Wild West”-themed dadchelor party, then you need to check out this Old Western town in Temecula, CA, complete with a saloon. It’s a five-acre space with several Wild West-themed buildings, allowing you plenty of space to gather and celebrate.

3. Hit the road and make it the trip of a lifetime

If you have a small, tight-knit group and the budget permits, go all out on your last hoorah before months of sleepless nights. If you’re in a road-tripping distance of, say, Vegas or Atlantic City, you can have a wild weekend or one parked at the penny slots, whatever makes you happy. Get the boys together with a great road playlist, play a ruthless game of punch-buggy, and make memories.

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4. When it comes to a dadchelor party, it’s all about the bar

No matter if you’re hosting a party at home, your best bud’s house, or a slick rental on Peerspace, you’ll want to have the bar fully stocked. This is one of the key differences between a dadchelor party and a baby shower. While the latter tend to be more lemonade and tea affairs, the former go all-in on the booze. You could invite everyone to bring a pack of their favorite hipster IPA or put together a menu of sophisticated cocktails if that’s more your style.

To make it more of a hands-on event, why not book this unique craft distillery in LA that offers tastings and cocktail-making classes? It’s a fun way to celebrate while potentially learning an amazing new cocktail recipe you’ll want to whip out at every gathering.

5. Bring on the delicious food and host a baby-Q

The Baby-Q, a BBQ to celebrate the coming baby, is a solid choice for a more simple dadchelor party. It’s nothing too complicated, just a backyard barbecue with your bros. Have some cold brews on hand, and you’ve got yourself a good old-fashioned get-together. To enhance it to be more about the coming baby, you can incorporate and shake up classic baby shower games like those later in this article.

6. Hit up your favorite brewery

If you don’t feel like dealing with hosting a party but aren’t up for a whole weekend trip, why not take a trip to your favorite local brewery? Artisanal beers have exploded in popularity across the country, so no matter where you live, there’s sure to be a chill brewery serving beer and fancy burgers near you.

If you’re looking to rent out a brewery but don’t feel like calling around, use Peerspace instead. You can find breweries near you that you can rent by the hour, many of which have fun food and games on-site, too.

7. Have a card game showdown

Guys can talk a big game about their poker skills, but have you ever challenged them to it? Bring out a bottle of fine liquor and let the games begin. It doesn’t have to be just poker either; its variations or other classics like blackjack are a great way to fill the evening. Tying back to our first idea, a night of card games could be your theme for the party.

This clubhouse-inspired East Austin, TX home may be just what you need to bring this idea to life. It’s a 1,100-square-foot private residence that offers you a poker table, an arcade room, a backyard with lawn games, and a concession stand.

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8. Ramp up the competition and compete in the Diaper Olympics

Your creativity is the only limit here. The first idea is common at these kinds of parties. Get a few baby dolls and all the fixings for changing; diapers, powder, and wipes. Blindfold contestants and time them trying to change the toy baby’s diapers. Another idea is a variation on cornhole where tightly wrapped diapers replace the beanbags. Think up your own game ideas beyond these for some wholesome dad-to-be fun.

9. Head outdoors and have a blast with your guys

Maybe your little one will grow up to love nature, but it’ll be a while before you can find out. So take this opportunity to spend time with your pals in the fresh air. You could go to the shooting range, fish on the lake, or camp for the weekend at a national park. You’ll be glad you spent the time outside in a few months when you’re spending nearly all your non-working hours at home with the little one. For its relaxing simplicity, this is one of our favorite dadchelor party ideas.

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10. Bring on the novelty gifts

Typically the dad party comes after the traditional baby shower, so you’re probably good on the practical gifts department. Friends and family will already have the diaper genie, multi-pack of pacifiers, and crochet blankets covered. So for the dadchelor party, the focus tends to be more on novelty gifts, like a dad toolkit complete with Tylenol, baby wipes, and nose clips for changing time. Or funny baby onesies you can find all over Etsy and Amazon.

11. Book a space that lets him show off his team spirit

For the dadchelor who lives and breathes sports, why not book time at a venue that lets him show off his fandom? We’re suggesting you book out a local sports bar, athletic facility, tennis courts, or whatever his thing is and host a dadchelor party there.

For the dadchelor in Chicago who is crazy about the Bulls, check out this urban event lounge in the South Side. It is a 2,000-square-foot event space dedicated to the Chicago Bulls and features a basketball net, a private bar, comfy lounge seating, a golf simulator, and a loft space with a pool table. It’s easy to see how an amazing space like this can turn a regular evening into a spectacular event with little to no work on your part!

Dadchelor party ideas: conclusion

It can feel like this time is all about the mom-to-be, but dads deserve their time in the sun too. Leave the pastel cupcakes to the ladies and have a party your way with your best buds. We’ve shown you 10 great dadchelor party ideas to have fun and get you ready for this totally new stage of life. From gathering your closest friends to chugging down some cold brews, with a little planning, we know you’ll have a blast.

We hope some of these dadchelor party ideas speak to you and your group of friends and you feel well on your way to planning an epic gathering. Choose your favorite ideas, book a sensational celebratory venue through Peerspace, and help the dad-to-be enter this next stage in life strengthened by his bonds of friendship.

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