Top Bachelorette and Wedding Group Activities in and around Asheville

Asheville is the ideal hub for a bachelor or bachelorette party weekend or getaway, offering a big variety of ways to party, pamper, dine, dance, and experience something unique! And don’t forget the awe-inspiring, nearby Blue Ridge Mountains which open the gateway to a full spectrum experience of Western North Carolina's great outdoors! (Feature photo: Namaste in Nature Yoga Hikes)

Bachelorette Party and Other Wedding Group Experiences in Asheville

Wedding Party & Wedding Group Activities 

Adventure awaits you in the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains with plenty of hiking, waterfalls, ziplines, river rafting, skiing, tubing, and more. We even have an Alpine Coaster! While you can put together your own itinerary with our Top 70 Outdoors Guide including hiking, waterfalls, scenic drives on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and more, there are also many ways to upgrade your experience with a guided tour that will accommodate a fun group experience. Be sure to book any large group activities in Asheville ahead of time to ensure a seamless and fun experience for your large party!


Group SUP Yoga on the French Broad River in Asheville Photo courtesy of Love Shine Yoga Festival

Asheville Food and Nightlife

If a night on the town is on the bucket list for your Bachelorette weekend, then downtown Asheville can deliver unique experiences! Unlike many small towns, Asheville has a lively and vibrant nightlife offering exciting ways to hit the town. From an award-winning food scene to rooftop bars that showcase the city skyline with the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville does more than just craft beer. On any night you can enjoy live music, dancing, and the art scene, including the Rivers Art District with its own flavor of restaurants, galleries, and shops. Need a reboot from your night out? See our Top Brunch and Breakfast Spots in and around Asheville like Sunny Point Cafe, the original Tupelo Honey, and more.

Asheville Spas & Pampering

Let's be real, a true bachelorette weekend must include some pampering! Asheville's long-running reputation (since the 1800s!) as a destination for relaxation and healing means you have access to many different ways to pamper! The high concentration of practitioners in yoga, bodywork, holistic health, and alternative therapies means you can choose from some of the best spas, treatments, and varied experiences during your getaway in Asheville. See our Wellness Guide for some fun ideas like Asheville Salt Cave, yoga hikes, 

Archetypal Reading & Blending by Asheville Wellness Tours & River Island Apothocary

Other Group Wedding Experiences

If you have a destination wedding in and around Asheville, chances are you have lots of family and friends wanting to make the most of their trip! Luckily, there is much to do and experience in a group setting that will bring friends and family together for fun bonding. Find many Guided Tours & Experiences plus, lots of ways to enjoy group activities in Asheville on your wedding weekend. 

Stay where you play! There are lots of unique lodging options that accommodate large groups and offer onsite activities or packages that will create a well-rounded group getaway, bachelorette weekend, or wedding weekend. See our Wedding Accommodations page for a full list of vacation rentals, hotels, and more that offer group lodging.