Jessica Norton Asbury Park offers a range of activities that suit all tastes and styles, making it a fun and versatile destination to host a fabulous bachelorette celebration. Treat the bride-to-be with a Jersey Shore extravaganza. From the classic boardwalk to eclectic shopping experiences as well as endless entertainment opportunities and unique eateries, our city by the sea is an ideal place to host a pre-wedding celebration. Besides the obvious choices of a beach day, a show at The Stone Pony, and a night out at Porta, there are so many fun things to do around Asbury Park for bridesmaids to enjoy their last hoorah with the bride before her big day. Read on for all of our picks for memorable activities for a bachelorette party in Asbury Park, New Jersey.
Asbury Park
Asbury Lanes | 209 4th Avenue
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Guests can eat, drink, and bowl at Asbury Lanes. Once there, visitors can grab a cocktail, or enjoy a meal at the on-site retro-themed diner, which has everything from delicious boozy shakes to loaded waffle fries. The Lanes don’t take reservations, so availability is on a first come first serve basis. Each bowling lane can accommodate up to six people per party. Asbury Lanes also hosts local and national touring acts, DJs, and themed events. Be sure to check the event calendar to see what’s on the schedule.
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Arm Vibes Bracelet Bar | 645 Cookman Avenue
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Arm Vibes Bracelet Bar, located inside the Shoppes in the Arcade, is the Jersey Shore’s first permanent jewelry experience. Permanent jewelry is welded together instead of secured with a clasp — though clasp options are also available. The boutique features a build-your-own Bracelet Bead Bar, making it a fun spot for customizing pieces for yourself or with friends. The entire shop is also available to book for private parties and special events.
Freedom Rocks | 550 Cookman Avenue #106
Freedom Rocks crystal shop and boutique regularly hosts experienced readers, mediums, and a variety of spiritual services at its Cookman Avenue location. The shop is also home to a special Aura Camera, which captures an Aura Photo designed to reflect a person’s energetic field at a specific moment in time. After the photo session, guests can sit down with a knowledgeable staff member for an aura reading to discuss the colors captured and their meanings. Aura photography is available during store hours based on staff availability, though appointments are recommended. Visitors can also check Freedom Rocks’ event calendar for happenings like yoga classes, community gong baths, tarot card readings, and other wellness-focused events.
Hot Sand | 550 Cookman Avenue #103
This spot is where the “I Do” crew creates some gorgeous glass art pieces. Hot Sand Studio in Asbury Park provides hands-on glass-blowing instruction where participants can learn about the art of glass-blowing and make their own candy dish, cup, vase, or ornament. The studio has a viewing area where guests can watch everyone make their own one-of-a-kind items. No prior glassblowing skills or artistic knowledge is required.
House of Independents | 572 Cookman Avenue
No trip to Asbury Park is complete without live music, and House of Independents is one of the city’s go-to entertainment venues. The space regularly hosts themed DJ nights, tribute parties, comedy shows, and performances from both local and national touring acts throughout the year. Conveniently located across the street from Asbury Ale House, it’s an easy addition to a night out in downtown Asbury Park.
The Paranormal Museum — Paranormal Books + Curiosities | 621 Cookman Avenue
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For anyone who loves all things spooky and Halloween-inspired, The Paranormal Museum is a fun stop while visiting Asbury Park. Located on Cookman Avenue, the museum and shop features haunted artifacts, paranormal memorabilia, and a variety of themed experiences throughout the year. Visitors can also book one of the guided ghost tours, including boardwalk strolls, downtown walking tours, and haunted pub experiences that explore the city’s history and local legends. Tour schedules and tickets are available on the website.
Silverball Retro Arcade + Museum | 1000 Ocean Avenue
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Silverball Retro Arcade on the Asbury Park boardwalk is packed with more than 200 games, including vintage pinball machines, skee ball, air hockey, and other classic arcade favorites. Guests can purchase an all-day pass, which allows for unlimited gameplay and re-entry throughout the day — no coins or tokens required. The arcade also has an on-site cafe serving classic boardwalk-style snacks and bites, plus a photo booth for capturing memories during the visit.
SweetDaniB Cookie Kitchen + Petite Party Studio | 717 Bangs Avenue
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Guests can create sweet memories at SweetDani B Cookie Kitchen with a private cookie decorating class. Cookie artist and expert Dani Boglivi-Fiori will share her icing tips and techniques with your small group to create a fabulous platter of cookies in the theme of the guest’s choice. Prospective bakers can fill out this form to inquire about booking a private cookie party.
Tandem Cycle | 1160 Kingsley Street
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For anyone who loves a good workout class, Tandem Cycle is a popular indoor cycling studio located on Cookman Avenue. The beat-based classes are known for their high-energy playlists, themed rides, and motivating instructors, creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere for riders of all experience levels. Tandem regularly hosts themed classes spanning a variety of music genres and artists, and no prior spin experience is needed to join in. Riders can bring their own spin shoes or rent a pair on-site.
Uncorked Wine Inspired Creations | 612 Cookman Avenue
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Uncorked Wine Inspired Creations, located on Cookman Avenue, is a local art studio offering wine-inspired creative experiences in a relaxed and social setting. The studio hosts a variety of hands-on workshops and events, including painting classes, DIY projects, and private group experiences, making it a fun stop for celebrations, date nights, or group outings in Asbury Park.
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Ocean Grove
Armadillo Tintype | 66 South Main Street, 2nd Floor Studio #26
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Armadillo Tintype by Vanessa Maestri Wagner creates handcrafted tintype and ambrotype photographs using the historic 19th-century wet plate collodion process. Located inside the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove, the studio offers individual and small group portrait sessions in a unique vintage photography style. Sessions are available by appointment and include both the photography process and hand-finishing of the final plate. While the plate is being prepared, guests can explore nearby Ocean Grove and Asbury Park. Booking information, available session options, and private appointments can all be requested online.
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