Does he spend his late nights mostly alone in his basement on some sort of gaming console? Does he often use the words “noob” to describe someone who performs poorly in a game?  Does the term “shopping” to him mean lining up in front of Best Buy at 12 a.m. waiting for the release of a brand new videogame? Does he spend most of his spare time on gamers’ message boards and other online gaming chat lines?  If any of the above describes your best friend then he is most likely a nerd.  If your nerdy friend happens to also be getting married, then he is most likely going to want a bachelor party that suits his nerdy tastes.  If you’re not sure how to organize a nerdy bachelor party because you may not be a nerd yourself, we’ve got some great ideas outlined below – non-nerdy friends will approve too!

 Laser Tag/Paintball

Make your nerdy friend feel like he’s in a videogame with an epic game of laser tag.  Check out Rinx Toronto and feast your eyes on its 3,300 square foot environment complete with lights and special effects to heighten your experience.  Create two teams out of your group of friends and map out a plan of attack towards the opposing team.  It has the “nerd factor” for its use of mental strategy like a video game, laser guns and a unique maze-like structure.  Similarly to laser tag is the game of shooting your opponents with a paintball gun. Check out Defcon Paintball or Eastie Boyz Paintball in Toronto.  Unlike laser tag, paintballing can cause physical harm.  It is advised that you take every precaution possible, ensure protective masks are on at all times and be aware of the minimum distance shooting range rules between yourself and your opponent.  However, like Call of Duty, paintballing can be a lot of fun – with fresh sand and the backdrop of a jungle-like terrain.

 Arcade Game Night

 A nerdy night can include your childhood favourites; pinball, ski ball, shuffleboard, videogames and 80’s arcade games like Pac-Man.  Dave and Buster’s and Playdium are notorious for hosting such elaborate gaming centres.  You and your buddies can spend hours enjoying the gaming and entertainment fun; collect tokens from the videogames you do well in, pick out a teddy bear prize for your patient girlfriend waiting at home and then wind down and enjoy some delicacies and at the venue’s restaurant. 

 Go Karting

Think Mario Kart and other classic, often goofy, racing videogames.  This is definitely a nerd haven!  It’ll be great going through the rounds on the winding track and passing each checkpoint and you will be connecting with your inner child.  Sorry there are no shells, bananas or other power-ups to throw your friends’ karts off the track.

 Simply Videogames

 He’s only into his joystick and console? He won’t come out of his shell and do some of the crazy things they do at bachelor parties?  You’re on a budget? Host a Guitar Hero Party, have your friends come dressed as their favourite rock star and rock out to some familiar tunes.  Set up a cooler of beer surrounded by ice cubes and put out snack food like nachos and dip on a table. Being a nerd is not always about videogames either – set up some board game stations with Chess, Checkers, Risk, and whatever board game happens to be at his place.

This is the bachelor party that never ends.  Let’s be honest – do you want your buddy’s amazing bachelor party to end early? Not really.  The party should go on for as long as possible. But of course, that doesn’t mean staying at the same dull venue all night long either.  You want to make sure that it’s not only a night to never forget, but a night that is constantly evolving and keeping all your friends enjoying themselves and well-entertained.  This is also known as the multi-destination bachelor party.  This is a night jam-packed with exciting places to see and activities to do.  No idea where to start? Have no fear; we’ve got your itinerary below.

  First: Sports Game

 This can start as early as right after work on a Friday evening – literally at 5:30pm!  Starting the night off helps you plan a little better for the upcoming events ahead, too.  It gets the group ready for a full night of partying and everyone likes to get their party started as soon as they finish work!  That aside, check out a sports game at a nearby stadium or bar.  It can be a hockey game, soccer or anything that happens to be playing that night.  Nothing beats hanging out with the guys by visiting a stadium or sports bar to watch your favourite team play.

 Second: Shoot a Game of Pool

 After the game, head over to a bar to play some pool or arcade games.  Sometimes, the pool tables can be located at the same bar you watched the hockey game at.  It is a great way to catch up with the guys.  Share some funny stories about the Groom or talk about how crazy your boss is while enjoying a few beers and some bar food.  Playing pool doesn’t have to be the only games you and the guys play.  You can check out mini golf, bowling or a variety of indoor games that don’t consume much time.  After all, the real fun is yet to come…

 Third: Wind Down

 Rejuvenate and relax.  Head over to the Groom’s house for some pre-drinking before the fourth venue.  Here you can invite more of your buddies, play some video games and reserve your energy for the party.  You’re going to need it!  Winding down, however, doesn’t have only include hanging out at the Groom’s house.  You and the guys can visit an upscale restaurant and select some fine delicacies for dinner – after all, this is no ordinary night! 

 Fourth: Check Out A Club

Be it a strip club or a regular dance club, this is where the party happens!  Arrange for a taxi or limo (if applicable) beforehand and ensure everyone has a way to get home as well.  Make sure a booth is booked so that you and the guys can revel in some much-deserved V.I.P. partying with a bottle service “fill-up station”.  After the club, you and the guys can check into a nearby hotel or arrange to have your buddies crash at the groom’s place (with his consent, of course).

 Lastly, If you are planning a multi-venue bachelor party, ensure it is communicated well on the invitation.  You can add an estimated time-line on each invite or include a few cell phone numbers so that if someone chooses to come to only part of the event, they can be sure to arrive at the right time.  Make sure you arrange for the groom and those nominated as “most likely to get drunk fast” to have a ride to each destination at all times – arranging for several cabs if need be.