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Palm Springs Bachelorette Party Ideas: 7 Activities to Choose From
Updated: Oct 20
Choose Palm Springs bachelorette activities around the guest of honor: a welcome photo session, pool time, getting ready together, a slow morning, an early outing, vintage shopping or dinner downtown. This list helps you choose activities; use the planning guide for dates, budgets and accommodation decisions.
1. Start with a welcome photo session
Keep arrival day flexible. Once everyone has arrived and settled in, choose one shared photo moment and a simple welcome meal. Confirm any decorations, setup or photography arrangements with your accommodation before making reservations.
At The Muse, parties and events require a full hotel buyout. Individual suite reservations share the courtyard with other guests. All guests must be 21 or older, and quiet hours are 10PM to 8AM Pacific time.
2. Make the pool day the main event
Pick a swimwear theme, inflate the floats and call it the headline act. On a full buyout you can add our bartender package: three hours of service with ice, drinkware and up to three cocktail selections. Alcohol is purchased separately, so the bride picks the menu and the maid of honor picks up the receipt.
3. Get glam without leaving the property
Book hair and makeup at home with Glam Squad Services, have the bride's suite decorated with a room makeover, and add a photography experience so the group photo isn't 14 selfies. Browse every add-on in Muse Experiences.
4. Start one morning slow
Book in-room massages (60 or 90 minutes per person, at least 48 hours ahead) or a private yoga session for the whole group, $150 with three days' notice. It's the reset button between night one and night two.
5. Hike early, nap later
Palm Springs mornings are made for it. Pick an easy trail at Indian Canyons (check seasonal hours first) or ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway up the mountain. Go early, bring more water than you think, and be back at the pool by noon. More trail ideas live in our easy hikes guide.
6. Shop the mid-century side of town
Do a self-guided drive past the famous modern homes, then hit the Uptown Design District for vintage and boutiques. Our vintage shops guide has the list.
7. Go big downtown, then come home
Dinner on Palm Canyon Drive, drinks on Arenas Road, and a drag brunch the next morning. Want dinner to come to you? Book a private hibachi dinner at the hotel. Buyout groups can also book Party on Wheels for the ride.
Which activities should you combine?
For a relaxed day, pair a slow morning with pool time and dinner out. For a day of exploring, choose one early outing, allow time to return and get ready, then head downtown. Pick the version the group will enjoy rather than trying to fit every idea into one weekend.
When to go
October through May is peak bachelorette season in Palm Springs, with warm days and cool nights. Summer is hotter and quieter, which means more pool time and easier dinner reservations. Book early for spring weekends and festival dates.
Where should the planning start?
Use the weekend planning guide to agree on dates, guest count and budget. Use the separate checklist to assign tasks and confirm reservations. Once you know the activities you want, confirm that your accommodation permits them.
Activity questions to settle before booking
How many people can stay at The Muse for a bachelorette party?
Up to 22 overnight guests on a full hotel buyout, across nine suites with nine bathrooms.
Is The Muse adults-only?
Yes. All Muse guests must be 21 or older, including on individual stays and full hotel buyouts.
Can we play music at the pool?
Yes, at reasonable volumes until 10PM.
What's included in a buyout?
The courtyard pool, the six-person hot tub, the outdoor fireplace, pergola swings, a BBQ grill, grab-and-go breakfast from Aspen Mills, parking and Wi-Fi.
Ask the Muse team about your dates and proposed activities before confirming vendors or making group arrangements.
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