Where to Have a Bachelorette Party in Michigan

Welcome to your ultimate Michigan bachelorette party guide! Whether you live in Michigan or are planning a destination bachelorette party, you won’t regret celebrating the bride-to-be in the Great Lakes State. From sandy shorelines to picturesque wineries and lively nightlife, here are our recommendations for where to have a bachelorette party in Michigan.

Where to Have a Bachelorette Party in Michigan

1. Traverse City

Traverse City is the #1 destination in Michigan for bachelor and bachelorette parties. In fact, we have an entire blog dedicated to hosting a bachelorette party in Traverse City. There are about 50 different wineries throughout the Traverse City region. If that doesn’t scream perfect bachelorette, we don’t know what does! The area is also known for its gorgeous beaches, great bars, hidden speakeasies, and so much more. No matter what season your bachelorette party is, Traverse City is a great choice!

Five things to do in Traverse City for a Bachelorette:

• Winery Hopping on The Old Mission Peninsula (Chateau Chantel, 2 Lads Winery, Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, etc.)
• Beach Day at Traverse City Public Beach
• Nauti Cat Cruises
• 7 Monks Taproom
• Low Bar Speakeasy

2. Holland

A lively town on the shores of southwest Lake Michigan, Holland is the perfect place for a beach bachelorette party. Spend the day at Holland State Park with your squad before getting ready and hitting the quaint downtown for an evening of fun at places like New Holland Brewing Company, The Curragh Irish Pub, or Hopcat. There are plenty of adorable Airbnb’s and cabins in Holland that can comfortably sleep 8 to 12 guests, such as this stunning beachfront Lake Michigan property.

Five things to do in Holland for a Bachelorette:

• Holland State Park & Beach
• Hopcat (order the crazy fries!)
• Retro Boat Rentals in Saugatuck
• New Holland Brewing Company
• Holland tulip Gardens

3. Detroit

The Detroit revival is here! In the past few years, Detroit’s reputation has morphed from battered to beaming. Downtown Detroit is the perfect place for a Michigan bachelorette party. It has everything — food, entertainment, nightclubs, and shopping. Some must-dos when visiting the Motor City for a bachelorette celebration include the Willis Showbar, taking a ride around town with Party Bus Detroit, a Detroit Tiger’s baseball game at Comerica Park, and so much more! View our full guide to a Detroit Bachelorette Party here.

Five things to do in Detroit for a Bachelorette:

• Detroit Tiger’s baseball game
• Detroit Rolling Pub
• Willis Showbar
• Table No. 2
• Bad Luck Bar

4. Marquette

If the bride is a fan of adventure, wilderness, and road trips, Marquette in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a must for the bride-to-be! This area is particularly perfect if the bride is dreaming of a summer camp, glamping, or brewery-themed bachelorette party. Rent a cabin on Lake Superior, such as this incredible beachfront escape. Marquette is also home to some of the state’s best breweries, so don’t leave without taking the bride to Ore Dock Brewing, Blackrocks Brewery, or Barrel + Beam. If your bride loves a bit of adventure, visit Presque Isle Park to take a dive in Lake Superior on a hot summer day or head over to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore for some group kayaking.

Five things to do in Marquette for a Bachelorette:

• Presque Isle Park
• Brewery Tour
• Pictured Rocks Kayaking Tour
• Escape Marquette
• Sugarloaf Mountain

5. Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is one of the most popular destinations in the state for a bachelorette party. The options for celebrating the bride are endless, from peddling around the city on the Great Lakes Pub Cruiser to an authentic British high tea at High Tea Grand Rapids. Enjoy cocktails on the roof of Mertens Bar and plan a Sunday brunch or bottomless mimosas for the bridal crew at either the Rockwell Republic or Matchbox Diner & Drinks. Our biggest tip for a bachelorette party in Grand Rapids is staying downtown so that everything is within easy walking distance. Read our full guide to a Grand Rapids bachelorette party here.

Five things to do in Grand Rapids for a Bachelorette:

• Great Lakes Pub Cruiser
• Mertens Rooftop Bar
• Rockwell Republic
• High Tea Grand Rapids
• Amway Grand Plaza Spa

6. Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island is Michigan’s most elegant destination for a bachelorette party! If the bride-to-be loves history, unique destinations, and tasty sweet treats, look no further. Mackinac Island is one of the top destinations in the state for both weddings and bachelorette parties for many reasons. Located in Lake Huron between the Lower and Upper Peninsula of Michigan, the island has no vehicles, making the main modes of transportation horses and bikes. There are numerous historic hotels to choose from, our favorites being The Inn at Stonecliffe, the Island House Inn, and Mission Point Hotel & Resort. For a special dinner for the bride, make a reservation at The Grand Hotel. Get dressed up and arrive by horse and carriage to an evening they will never forget. Oh, and don’t leave the island without sampling some tasty and world-famous fudge!

Five things to do in Mackinac Island for a Bachelorette:

• Rent bikes
• Grand Hotel Dinner
• Pink Pony Bar
• Mackinac Island Carriage Tour
• Horn’s Gaslight Bar

7. Glen Arbor

Our favorite quaint and quiet town nestled along the lakeshore of Northern Michigan, Glen Arbor is surrounded by award-winning wineries and the famed Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. If the bride prefers long walks on the beach over late-night clubbing, we love Glen Arbor! Stay along Michigan’s most scenic highway, M22, and spend the days winery-hopping or testing out one of the many local beaches. We recommend a stay at The Homestead Resort, a Lakefront Michigan resort with a beachside pool, restaurant, and one of the best sunset spots in the state.

Five things to do in Glen Arbor for a Bachelorette:

• Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
• Lake Michigan Beach Day
• Glen Arbor Wines
• Dune Climb
• Boonedocks