Las Vegas has been a paradise for bachelors and bachelorettes for decades, with brides and grooms to be coming for one last mega party with the pals before tying the knot. Below, you'll find the newest packages from The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails and from Circa Resort & Casino.
For the Bachelor
Bachelors’ parties are known for being a wild time, but for your special stag do in Vegas, consider something a little more elevated. For the whiskey fan, the packages from The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails (The Cosmopolitan, 702.698.7434) that were introduced earlier this year might be perfect.
First, a little about The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails—this upscale, working barbershop inside The Cosmopolitan gets patrons looking good with a variety of services and the speakeasy gets them feeling good with great cocktails, craft beers and food.
One of the best things about the private bachelor party packages here are that they include what a groom to be might already need to accomplish, that is, making sure that you look ready to face the wedding with grooming or cuts. What’s better than that is that both packages include a whiskey tasting.
For The Original, get the entire crew tidied up with a one-hour experience that includes a cleanup and a beard trim or shave, plus the whiskey tasting, which is guided by a mixologist so you can learn as you sip. The whiskey flights consist of original Bulleit bourbon, Bulleit 10-Year-Old bourbon, Blade and Bow bourbon, George Dickel original bourbon and George Dickel Bottled in Bond whiskey. The Full Works include the same whiskey tasting, plus more extensive grooming in a two-hour package, with cuts, beard trims or shaves, waxings and hot towel lathers. It almost puts a ladies spa day to shame. The packages start at $300 per person, but there are plenty of add-ons if you want a little extra, such as additional whiskey and bourbon tastings. Although it might seem obvious, you need to make a reservation, thus ensuring you get the attention you need.
After your party gets all spiffed up, consider pushing through the janitor’s closet to the speakeasy beyond, where you’ll find some kind of musical entertainment most nights—there’s karaoke on Tuesdays with a band and country rock on Wednesdays. Food and more drink may be in order—light bites include wagyu sliders and vegan sliders, pizza pockets, mini lamb gyros, hot wings, spicy tuna, Hamachi tostadas and deep-fried Oreos.
And the drink menu here is extensive, with the mixologists providing a show as well. You might want to continue your whiskey journey, and the cocktail menu features a variety of whiskeys and variations, including the Danger with Suntory Toki whiskey, Cointreau, and City Lights Shine Cherry Lemon white whiskey (this one is distilled locally in Las Vegas). If you still want to sip, there are plenty of choices, from the Bulleit that you just experienced to the many bottles available for purchase, including some rare ones. Just remember to imbibe with caution; no need for a Hangover situation here.
So, are you ready for the big day? Because your fiancée surely will be.
For the Bachelorette
So, the planning is almost over and the big day approaches. Getting the girls together in Las Vegas to send off the bride allows you to let down your hair and bond at the same time.
For your bachelorette party, take advantage of Circa Resort & Casino’s (circalasvegas.com) amenities with their “Bride’s Last Ride” Vegas Vickie bachelorette packages. If you don’t know, Vegas Vickie is the name of the giant neon cowgirl that kicked up her heels on Fremont Street for decades before being hung in the brand-new Circa casino.
For your soirée, there are two options to choose from, the Boots & Bling package and the Rhinestone Cowgirl package. And yup, these packages are suitable for everyone, even if you’re not a country gal.
If you prefer the daylife, reserve the Rhinestone Cowgirl package. You and three of your party will be picked up by a limo and whisked to Circa, where you can start off with mimosas at the Vegas Vickie’s lounge, where the original 25-foot tall Vegas Vickie sign hangs nearby, and have five pro photos snapped in front of the iconic neon sign. You’ll also get Vegas Vickie swag, including cowgirl hats, tote bags, boot koozies and badges for bride, maid of honor and bridesmaids.
Then head to Stadium Swim, the resort’s massive six-pool complex with enormous TV screens, where your daybed awaits. Chill out with drinks and food (there’s a $400 food and beverage credit) and dip your toes in the pool. The cost for the Rhinestone Cowgirl Package is $800 for up to four people; adding additional bodies is $200 each. You’ll need to cover any amount over the $400 food and beverage credit.
The Boots & Bling pack swings in a different direction. The bachelorette party starts with a limo pickup, then you’ll stop in at Vegas Vickie’s to pick up your swag of custom gloves, koozies, cowgirl hats and badges for the bride and bridesmaids; sip on mimosas; and get your photo session completed. After that, take care of any pangs of hunger at 8 East, where the pan-Asian cuisine is sure to satisfy; your party will have a $125 food and beverage credit. Some of the dishes you’ll want to look for include cumin lamb lollipops, ginger chicken dumplings, brisket fried rice and Asian tiramisu, with ladyfingers soaked in green tea instead of espresso.
Top it all off at the Legacy Club, Circa Resort & Casino’s upscale rooftop nightlife venue, with a cocktail course, where an experienced mixologist leads you through tastings and you indulge in specialty cocktails. For four people, the Boots & Bling package is $600, each additional person is $150, and you will need to pick up any overage if your 8 East credit is exceeded.
So, single girls, send off the bride in style as she begins her life of wedded bliss.
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