So get ready for a stag do that will be talked about for years to come!

Preparing for a Hilarious Stag Do

Assembling the elements for a hilarious stag do is both an art and science. From gathering a group of friends who love a good laugh to setting a budget that won’t compromise the fun, each detail matters in creating an unforgettable celebration for the groom-to-be.

Selecting the right group: Friends who love a good laugh

When it’s time to pull off a hilarious stag weekend, you need a guest list of fellow stags that will deliver and make the stag party epic. You want a group of friends who will enjoy a laugh and will make that last night of freedom unforgettable for the groom.

FUN FACT:Some popular stag do themes include superheroes, pirates, and sports teams.

Setting the budget: Ensuring affordability without compromising on fun

You need to also ensure that you can pull off the stag party within the budget while also ensuring it’s the night of the groom’s life. Work out the activities and fun and games you will want to do and ensure your group can afford the amount.

PRO TIP:Take advantage of group discounts and package deals for activities and accommodations.

Destination Delights

Uncover how unconventional cities like Edinburgh, Amsterdam, and Budapest can offer the perfect stage for your stag do. Each city brings its unique comedic atmosphere and a plethora of hilarious activities to make your celebration unforgettable.

Edinburgh

The Comedy Capital is a great destination to hold that stag weekend. With a lively, vibrant atmosphere, you will find comedy around every corner and you are bound to have a fun time in the hilarious city.

Amsterdam

A city of laughter and liberties, the groom and the gang will have an unforgettable time in Amsterdam. A real winner, you will have such a funny stag in the city with so many fun activities to be had that makes this a sure-fire winner.

Amsterdam: A city of laughter and liberties, the groom and the gang will have an unforgettable time in Amsterdam.

Budapest: Tons of Funny Activities on Budget

The capital of Hungary will also be a great destination for some of the biggest moments of hilarity during the stag. From funny activities to pranks, this is a great place to hold the stag do.

ons of Funny Activities on Budget

The capital of Hungary will also be a great destination for some of the biggest moments of hilarity during the stag.

18 Funny Stag Do Ideas

1. Comedy Club Night

You can have a hilarious night by heading to a comedy club night as a fun last minute stag do ideas. Conduct a comedy club night crawl and plan a route around the city. You are in for a sure-fire winner with jokes aplenty and potentially some embarrassing moments for the groom. The whole group will enjoy the night together and it can even kick start the stag do in a light-hearted start with plenty of laughs ahead. 

2. Tank Rodeo

Another fun activity which will draw lots of laughter from the stags is a tank rodeo. Popular in Hungary, your group can drive tanks while tackling crazy obstacles. You will all get into competitive spirits as you challenge each other to find who is the best tank driver.  Whether the groom is a tank fanatic or just up for a wild adventure, Tank Rodeo guarantees an unforgettable time. 

Tank Rodeo

Another fun activity which will draw lots of laughter from the stags is a tank rodeo. Popular in Hungary, your group can drive tanks while tackling crazy obstacles.

3. Bubble Football:

Another fun activity that always sees the gang in fits of laughter is Bubble Football. A twist on the traditional game of football, it adds an element of hilarity with the game taking place in giant inflatable bubbles. As everyone rolls around the field, there will be bouncing and stumbling galore, providing some funny moments that the groom and his friends will never forget.

stag do games bubble football

4. Fancy Dress Pub Crawl

While a pub crawl is a fun activity for the stags, add fancy dress to make it hilarious for the group. Organise a pub crawl in a great destination such as Budapest where everyone has to dress up in outrageous costumes and visit the Ruin Bars. Whether you opt for superheroes to animals, go crazy and get some epic pictures as the night goes along. 

Fancy Dress Pub Crawl: While a pub crawl is a fun activity for the stags, add fancy dress to make it hilarious for the group.

5. Slow & Furious Trabant Tour:

Another funny activity which will see some memorable moments is a Slow & Furious Trabant Tour! Look no further than Hungary if you want to try this where you can buckle up and prepare for a fun experience as you and the lads make your way through the streets in the Trabant cars. As you ride the East German cars, you will not only be having fun but you can enjoy some sightseeing and an adrenaline rush too.

Slow & Furious Trabant Tour:

Another funny activity which will see some memorable moments is a Slow & Furious Trabant Tour!

6. Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP)

Another fun and thrilling activity that you can take part in is stand-up paddleboarding. If you have ever given paddleboarding a go, standing up is a twist that can make it even funnier for the gang.  You can even add in some challenges, for instance, having a relay race where you have to pass the paddle to the next person.  A unique and fun water activity.

 7. Comedy Roast

The jokes on the groom with a comedy roast. Get the gang to organise a fun comedy roast for the groom-to-be. Each person can take turns to poke fun at the groom. While you need to be careful to be lighthearted so the groom doesn’t get too insulted, a comedy roast gives you a chance to share some funny stories about the groom. It will provide some memorable moments and everyone may learn a new thing about the groom. 

8. Outdoor Games Olympics 

Why not arrange your own Olympics with some outdoor games that will see some running, falling and laughing for the group? As well as some running races, why not add some old-school sports days races such as the sack race and egg-and-spoon race? Divide the group into teams and compete against each other with the winning group getting a trophy.

9. Escape Room Experience:

Another fun activity that has grown in popularity in the last decade is the Escape Room Experience. Not only is it a great way to test the group’s problem-solving skills, but it is a chance to bond and have a laugh while trying to get out of the challenging themed room.  Choose a themed room in a location like Budapest that’s designed to be fun and entertaining rather than scary.

Cheap stag do ideas: Escape rooms. Another fun activity that has grown in popularity in the last decade is the Escape Room Experience.

10. Karaoke Night

Nothing beats karaoke for a great night that sees everyone singing their hearts out with laughter from the rest of the group. Go for unexpected song choices and even group up to deliver some duets and group songs that will get everyone. Don’t forget to serenade the groom and it’s guaranteed to be a memorable and entertaining evening.

11. Hilarious Photo Scavenger Hunt

Spice up a scavenger hunt by making it photo-based. You can set up some funny and embarrassing photos of the groom-to-be and the group that need to be taken during the stag do. Whether you get them to take a photo with a local, with a statue or even photobomb someone else’s photo, it will make for a hilarious challenge and the photos will last a lifetime.

12. DIY Beer Tasting

A DIY beer-tasting session is a great way to get everyone trying some new, interesting beers that can provide some funny descriptions and some unique faces. As you all sample each brew, you might discover some surprisingly hilarious reactions and find a new favourite beer along the way for you all to enjoy in the future. Snap up some recipes online to ensure they are not completely in the dark.

A DIY beer-tasting session is a great way to get everyone trying some new, interesting beers that can provide some funny descriptions and some unique faces.
TRAVEL TIP:Stay flexible and be prepared for unexpected changes or delays in your travel plans.

13. Impersonation Contest

Get ready to get into character with an impersonation contest. Each member of the stag do gang will have to impersonate someone famous or well-known. The group then will need to be split into smaller groups and then try to guess who the person is. It will provide some funny moments as the members of the party try to impersonate the catchphrases of the celebrity.

14. Dance Off:

Get the groom and his friends dancing with a dance-off competition which will provide some wacky moves and hilarious moments. Each person can choose a dance style that they love or create their own routine which they will then show off to the other stags as they compete and dance off with another member of the group. As the pair battle it out, it will provide some funny moments and show who knows their breakdancing to disco.

15. Celebrity Lookalike Contest

Another fun activity which will see the groom and the gang laughing is a celebrity lookalike contest. Get the members of the group to dress up as a celebrity of their choosing. Perhaps they look like one already or help them to create the perfect look. They can then go around the city centre pretending to be that celebrity much to the amusement of the others in the group. The winner is the one who gets the most interactions with strangers who believes it’s them.

16. Funny Cooking Class

You could all join up on a cooking class for the stag do to provide some funny moments as the gang learn to whip up some delights. You can either do this on an official course or do your cooking class at home. As the members of the group try and make the dinners, the fails will be spectacular. You will soon know who is the real Gordon Ramsey out of the group.

17. Stand-Up Comedy Workshop

You can also have some fun by learning how to become a stand-up comedian. Why not hire a professional comedian to conduct a stand-up comedy workshop for your group? It will provide some hilarious moments as the members of the group learn the art of joke-telling, timing, and stage presence. Why not even put on a mini comedy show at the end, with each person performing their own short routine?

18. Go-Kart Racing

There’s nothing quite like go-kart racing to get the whole gang fighting it out to be the next Lewis Hamilton. While it’s a great way to unleash your competitive side with some go-kart racing, it can be an amusing time for everyone too as everyone takes part in a funny and friendly race. See who can complete the fastest lap time. Just remember to cheer on the groom-to-be even if he comes in last place! Add fancy dress to make it even more hilarious.

Go-Kart Racing: There's nothing quite like go-kart racing to get the whole gang fighting it out to be the next Lewis Hamilton.

Conclusion

A stag do is a great chance for the groom to have some fun and laughter with his friends and family before he gets hitched. He can unwind and relax amidst the stress of the wedding. And funny activities are fun for all of the group and a chance for them to bond and experience some hilarious moments that will be talked about for years to come. Therefore, plan a laughter-filled stag through stag do companies such as Stagmadness that will ensure the groom has the night of his life.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can stag do activities be funny and enjoyable for everyone?

You can arrange several stag do activities that will be fun for everyone. While the groom is the main focus of the stag, organising activities such as stand-up comedy workshops and cooking classes will be memorable and a lot of fun for the whole party. Add in some drinking games and it will be even funnier for the group.

How can I ensure the pranks and jokes don’t go too far?

You want to respect people’s boundaries even if you want the stag to be a fun time for everyone. You don’t want to offend the group or one of his family members. Therefore, choose activities that are light-hearted fun and discuss the groom’s expectations before you go.

Are there any safety considerations for funny stag do activities?

You need to also remember that safety is a priority even when it comes to funny stag do activities. Therefore, ensure nobody drinks far too much during the stag. Pre-decide on a limit so nobody gets sick during the stag do. Also, ensure everybody knows a set location and the name of the accommodation just in case they get lost during the fun activities. 

Veronika Tomasikova

Stag expert since 2019 Veronika has dedicated herself to exploring and sampling all the adrenaline-filled activities, bars and clubs to ensure only the best make the cut! With over 3100 Bachelor Parties organised her know-how guarantees an Epic trip!