You’ve been chosen to plan the afternoon tea bachelorette party, this is one of the most timeless and elegant ways to celebrate. Afternoon tea is perfect for the bride that is more low key and may not like nightclubs and late nights as much. This is a great way for the group to be in an intimate setting with the bride. And, the bride-to-be will have the opportunity to relax and bond with everyone.
General Tips
Extravagant groups that want to feel like royalty should consider finding a high end hotel or restaurant that offers afternoon tea.Â
For the slightly more adventurous group, you may want to hire out a picnic event company so you can have your tea at the park or the beach or even in someone’s backyard.
Group who are more DIY, a potluck style afternoon tea bachelorette party where everyone pitches in for the little finger sandwiches and desserts is perfect. This can be done at someone’s home or someone’s entertainment room if they live in a condo or private housing complex.Â
No matter which style you choose, there’s no better way to celebrate the bride than showing how much you cherish and adore them. If you need help with planning, refer to these ideas below.
Afternoon Tea Restaurants in the US
- Camellias at Hotel Bennett – Charleston, South Carolina
- Maison Danel – San Francisco, California
- Babe’s Tea Room – Denver, Colorado
- Courtyard Tea Room (at the Boston Public Library) – Boston, Massachusetts
- Gracie’s – Portland, Oregon
- Rose and Blanc – Los Angeles, California
- Tea Lounge (at the Waldorf Astoria) – Las Vegas, Nevada
- The Palm Court (at the Plaza Hotel) – New York, New York
- The Tea Room Restaurant – Miami, Florida
- The Phoenician – Scottsdale, Arizona
Picnic Event Planners in the US
- The Picnic Drop – Central Florida
- Pretty Luxe Picnics – Atlanta, Georgia
- The Table Service – OC, LA, IE, California
- Table and Eve – OC, San Diego, Los Angeles, California
- Picnic ‘n Chill – Bay Area, California
Final Thoughts
With so many ways to plan an afternoon tea, there is a reason this is a classic for a bachelorette party or bridal shower. You can go as budget friendly or as luxurious as your group allows. Besides, it’s the perfect setting to make the bride-to-be feel special and attended to.
