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Minneapolis bachelorette party ideas
A Minneapolis bachelorette is at its best in summer, when the lakes and patios open up. These are the bookings to build the weekend around.
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Group activities for a Minneapolis bachelorette party
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Lake Minnetonka boat day
Lake Minnetonka is about 30 minutes west of Minneapolis, with pontoon rentals and charters for groups. The summer group day in the Twin Cities.
Brewery crawl
Northeast Minneapolis and the North Loop have a dense cluster of breweries and taprooms. Guided brewery tours handle the route and the driving.
Paddle the Chain of Lakes
Bde Maka Ska and Lake of the Isles sit right in the city, with canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals. An easy, cheap group afternoon in summer.
Show at First Avenue
First Avenue is one of the most famous rock clubs in the country. Catching a show there is a Minneapolis group night that's hard to beat.
Learn to curl
Curling is a real Minnesota pastime, and local curling clubs offer learn-to-curl sessions for groups during the winter season. Surprisingly competitive and great for teams.
Planning tips for a bachelorette party
How organizers keep it cheaper and calmer.
Book the one or two anchor activities first (a boat, a show, a tour) and leave the rest of the weekend loose. Over-scheduled bachelorettes run late and cost more.
Collect money before you book. Most experiences need one payment up front, and the organizer shouldn't be floating the whole group.
Private tours often cost less per person than individual tickets once you pass about 8 people. Always price both.
Check the cancellation policy before paying. Free cancellation up to 24 hours is common, and it matters when flights slip.
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