Author: Jane Woods

Planning a bachelor party for your best buddy can be both challenging and exciting. It’s the guy’s last night of freedom, after all, so you want to make it as great and memorable as possible. Fortunately, you can let your imagination run wild in Edmonton as the city provides a virtually infinite variety of leisure activities.

There’s no need to stick with the traditions, though. You can go unconventional or even crazy. And since, ideally, it will be the only bachelor party in the groom’s life, here are some ideas on how to make it truly unforgettable.

1. Night in the City

You may decide to hit the town for the groom’s last night as a single man. That will be a lovely way for the groom to mingle with his buddies and accidental strangers as a free man. Boys will be boys, but watch your best friend – don’t let the stag do anything he would not want to share with the hen afterwards!

2. Bar Hopping

Edmonton offers so many options for the purpose that it will all depend on what you like to do. Put the best downtown pubs and bars on the list for one drink in each. And secure the transportation back home afterwards.

3. Wine Tour

Instead of changing bars, you can change the drinks. Numerous wine farms and whiskey bars in and out of town provide excellent opportunities for trying different types of whatever alcoholic beverage you like best.

4. Cocktails and Dreams

A cocktail party is another way out for all occasions, but you can make it different this time by personalizing the drinks or compiling a list of weird and exotic cocktails. You’ll find plenty of ideas in the bartender’s guides on the bookshelves and the internet, or ask the barman to show you what he can do.

5. Martin Scorsese Night

If you are a bunch of gamers or want to play Al Capone, many casinos in town will arrange a separate floor for your bachelor party. Spend the night trying different sorts of whiskeys while wagering on your favourite games or trying the pot luck at the Russian Roulette.

6. Dolce Habana

If gambling isn’t your cup of tea, you can still have a stylish Latino party without betting your last penny on it. Puff classy cigars and work yourselves up with tequila in La Tienda and munch delicious tacos in El Cortez afterwards.

7. Going Childish

As an alternative to all these unhealthy habits, you can spend the day on the merry-go-rounds, refreshing your memories of the fairground attractions and playing some high school games in between.

8. Escape the Trap

There are several places in Edmonton where you can have your portion of excitement by trying to escape a maze of rooms. The mazes have different themes and vary in how much you will have to knuckle your brains to escape.

9. Shooting Ranges

That’s another option for the boys to be boys again for a day, and you will be surprised how fast time flies once you touch the trigger. Besides, there are places providing bows and arrows instead of guns for a real Robin Hood experience. You may even shoot at each other as the arrow tips are well-foamed for the purpose.

10. Water Games

Otherwise, going completely childish in the Water World can be a lot of fun as well, splashing the day away like there’s no tomorrow. You can round it off with cocktails by the swimming pool in a stylish hotel to have a stag breakfast there in the morning.

11. Adrenalin Rush

Less childish, though, but still a game is to spend a morning in racing cars at the ProKarts. And if you feel you have had enough action for one day, you can relocate to the Raceway to drink beer and watch what crazy boys do.

12. Sporty Weekend

Few people consider this option, but why not? Spend a day on a golf course or a tennis court. You might even want to select several sports games and book a sporty stag weekend to play them all, one by one.

13. Paintball Party

As a combination of sports and childish games, a paintball competition is an exciting way to spend an entire day having the most delirious fun. Several venues in Edmonton will let you reserve enough room for a crazy paintball party, and if you choose this option, make sure you include good laundry in your plans.

14. Party out of Town

An alternative to a bachelor party in Edmonton is to pack necessary equipment and go to the country. Just as in the case of nightlife, the wildlife opportunities are endless. Otherwise, rent a bus, pack the drinks and snacks and hit the road. Plus, it will only cost you a few dollars each to hire a driver so that nobody is left out.

15. Night around the Fire

There are plenty of lovely and inexpensive camping sites in the Elk Island National Park for a perfect escape from the city rush. You can spend a weekend exploring bizarre wildlife and dancing shamanic dances around the fire.

16. Going Fishing

Few activities compete with this one when it comes to men’s idea of a perfect runaway. But you can make it less monotonous this time. Go fishing down the river, play volleyball by Wabamun or even rent some 4X4’s for a more thrilling adventure on the hills.

17. Big Blue

Otherwise, plan a weekend on the west coast for an alternative to the land adventures. You can play water sports, explore the ocean world, sunbathe on the yacht or chill on the beach, watching the birds fly. And remember to explore mountain passes on your way to the coast too. But should you start getting too heavy on the booze, don’t touch the surfing board or the scuba diving equipment, just in case.

18. Cozy Party at Home

But there are lots of ways to have a great and memorable stag night in the house too. Depending on what you like, you can play computer games or your favourite slot machines as the groom’s last night of boyhood. Or have a good old English house party, but make sure the hens are out.

19. Last Unmarried Barbeque

Or you could plan lots of games and activities for the groom’s last barbeque evening as a single man. You’ll have to organize the menu and the bar, though, but if you’re not keen on that, some catering services in Edmonton will do it for you with pleasure and for only a few dollars from each guest.

20. Combining the Ideas

Should the agony of choice hit you while you’re planning the event, don’t choose anything at all. Instead, you can throw it all together for a truly unforgettable blend:

Go camping by the lakes or spend a weekend on the beach. Bring different sorts of whiskeys and cigars with you to taste them all while playing your favourite slot machines and casino games.

Numerous casinos provide mobile apps to play your favourite games and have a thrill together. And in-between, you can go for a swim or roam in the woods to stretch your muscles and take some cool pictures.

Conclusion

Planning a bachelor party in Edmonton is easy, and there’s a lot to do outside the city too. It all depends on your tastes, fantasy and budget. But remember two sacred rules:

• The groom pays for nothing!
• Don’t plan it for the night before the wedding!

Issue the invitations well in advance, finalize the date, reserve the venues and unleash the power of your imagination. For everything else, there is a bank card!

When planning a wedding party, you might want to get a sweetheart table. This decor element never goes out of fashion and easily fits interiors of any style, be it an old barn or a modern loft. 

From this article, you will get to know how big a sweetheart table is and why so many couples like it so much. 

What is a sweetheart table?

A sweetheart table is a wedding bridal table where only the newlywed couple seats. All the guests of the ceremony can be seated at one big table or around several smaller ones. But the bride and the groom might want to enjoy greater privacy and get a small table just for the two of them. 

They can place their table in the center of the room so that everyone can see them. Otherwise, they might put it in a beautifully decorated corner where the waiters won’t disturb them too frequently. Both options will look incredibly sweet and romantic.

The only shortcoming of such an approach to wedding design is that it prevents the newlywed from joining the general conversation. Some couples might prefer to stay together with the attendants. In all the other aspects, that would be a superb design solution for your big day!

Sweetheart table sizes and shapes

To learn the size of a table, you should specify its shape. 

• Round

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Usually, the size of the sweetheart table is 3ft or 4ft, if it is round. Such a size guarantees maximum intimacy — but at the same time, you will be able to put a decor item in the center. 

Photographers adore round-shaped tables because they enable them to create perfect shots. The bride and the groom look each other in the eyes and there are no unwanted items in the background. You might want to get such a table only for the sake of pictures!

• Half-moon-shaped

On a half-moon-shaped table, you will have more room for decorations. Besides, the couple will be facing the guests. The size of such a furniture item is half 5ft round.

• Square

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The square wedding table size is normally 4ft. You can add two more chairs to it so that your parents or siblings can join you.

Other types of wedding tables and their dimensions

Don’t forget that couples also need multiple tables for the guests. Let’s talk briefly about the dimensions and advantages of diverse furniture items, starting with head tables. 

• Straight 

This is a highly popular solution for groups of up to 12 people, who will be seated on one side. Such a piece of furniture should be 2.5’ wide and 24’ long.

• Two straight ones

The size of each one should be 2.5’ wide and 12’ long. Each item should be able seat up to 6 people in a straight line. You can place one on either side of your sweetheart table to add symmetry to the premise.

• King

If you opt for a piece of furniture that is 5’ wide and 24’ long, it should seat a maximum of 26 people. It is a relatively new design trend that is rapidly taking off. Some couples say that it helps them to create a less formal atmosphere at their events.

• U-shaped 

Such a piece of furniture can seat up to 16 people. If needed, you can easily find space for extra seats. This table should be 2.5’ wide and 20’ long, with a 6’x2.5’ banquet table extending forward from either end. Such a shape enables the guests to see the newlywed very well.

• Round 

You will probably need to choose from 6’, 5’ or 4’ options. Such furniture items can comfortably accommodate up to 10, 8 and 5 people, respectively.

• Banquet 

Now, let’s focus on rectangular tables, known as banquet tables. You can put buffet lines on them or your guests can leave gifts on them. Plus, you might need such a table if you invite a DJ. Currently, one of the hot design trends is combining rectangular banquets with round ones. This adds diversity to the room and makes it look more Instagrammable. 

• 6′ banquet 

Usually, it would be 30” wide and 6’ long. Some people call them “90×132” because the distance from the ground to the surface is 30”. Such a table will accommodate from 6 to 8 people. Three guests can take a seat on each side plus one person on each end.

• 8′ banquet 

These are 30” wide and 8’ long. They are also dubbed as “90×156” — because, as you might guess, the distance from the ground to the surface is 30”. Here, you can seat 4 guests on each side plus one on each end (up to 10 people in total).

• Cocktail tables

Apart from savoring delicious meals, your guests will be sipping cocktails. For this, they will need cocktail tables. These can be either high or low.

• High 

Their height is 42” and their diameter is 36”. You can put up to 4 chairs at such a table — but this is optional. High cocktails tables perfectly double as cake tables. If you put your cake there, it will become the primary focal point of the event!

• Low

Their diameter is just the same, 36”. Their height is 30”. The smallest items are 30” high and the diameter is 30”. Again, you can seat up to 4 guests here — or, well, a maximum 5. By the way, such a piece of furniture might easily become your sweetheart table!

• Cake Tables

One of the key attractions of the big day is a wedding cake, so dedicate a special place to showcase it. Cake tables are usually 3ft low round, but there are no strict rules. Choose the best-fitting size and decorate it with tablecloth, flowers, candles, etc.

Final Thoughts

It’s important to know the sizes of the furniture items to plan your decorations wisely. When booking a venue, discuss with its team in advance where they will recommend you how to put your wedding tables. Most likely, they will offer you several stunning decor options for it too. 

A sweetheart table will enable you to take amazing photos and enjoy a bit of intimacy at an event where (as funny as it might sound!) you will hardly have a spare minute for each other.

Hopefully, this article came in handy and now you know everything about the wedding tables.