The
bachelor party is a special time for the groom and close male friends to spend
time together before the wedding ceremony. This event was originally called
stag night or the bachelor dinner. This tradition originates from the 5th
century BC in Sparta when the groom would gather with his male friends the
night before his wedding. His male friends would toast the groom to ward off
evil spirits. Bachelor parties have always had a reputation for lots of
drinking. Today many people refer to bachelor parties as the grooms "last taste
of freedom" and their last celebration of single status. The party allows the
groom and wedding attendants to release their jitters before the wedding.
Bachelor parties, like bachelorette parties, are typically held close to the
wedding date, but it should not occur the night before the wedding. This would
put unnecessary stress on the groom and wedding attendants. Also, you don't
want anyone hung-over or exhausted for the wedding day. Anywhere from a week
before the wedding to two nights before the wedding are good times to have the
party.
The best man is usually in
charge of making the arrangements and he should talk to the groom about who to
invite to make sure everyone will get along. Of course the groom, best man and
the ushers should all be included, as well as any other close friends or
family. Keep in mind that this should be a small gathering of very close
friends and family, with only about 10-15 people. The best man should also ask
for the groom's input on what he would like to do. This is a time of
celebration and the groom's preferences should be taken into account. There are
endless options on what to do; hire a female stripper; go to a strip club,
dance club or bar; spend a day on a boat; take a hike; go to a sporting event;
go on a ski trip; or go gambling. The key here is to have fun! People usually
drink during bachelor parties, but don't let things get out of control. It is
the best man's responsibility to help keep things under control and to make
sure the groom doesn't do anything he is going to regret. Make sure everyone
has a good time, but it is never acceptable to cheat. Traditionally the party
ends when the groom makes a toast to his bride
By Nicole Mazzeo
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