Start the night on an adventurous note by learning sexy moves at Tantra Fitness (314 Water St). Tantra Fitness provides a variety of bachelorette party packages with private classes in lap dance, pole dance, and more, for up to ten guests. You don’t have to be an expert! Classes are introductory and can be customized to your comfort level. You can even inquire about incorporating silks or the aerial hoop, if you prefer a more advanced challenge.
Another unique option is hosting your own pin up party at New World Beauty Bar (306 W. Cordova St) located inside New World Design. Reveal your inner diva and get properly primped by a professional clothing stylist, make up artist, and hairstylist from East Vanity Parlour. Commemorate your new look and strike a pose! New World Beauty Bar offers 1950’s glamour photo shoots with Pin-Up Perfection Photography.
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It’s time for a little beautification! Perch yourself on the royal throne at Queens Boutique (12 E. Cordova St) to decorate your talons with creative, head-turning nail designs. Afterwards, get your coif properly styled by Gastown’s talented hair wizards at Colourbox (305 W. Cordova St) or Pony Salon (73 E. Cordova St). If you like edgy, bold hairstyles, stop by Sugar Skull Studio (68 Water St) for unique, custom hair tattoos.
As evening descends, enjoy a fun, casual dining experience at Salt Tasting Room (45 Blood Alley). Sip on fine wines and choose from their diverse selection of artisanal cheese, local charcuterie and condiments to create your own personal tasting plate. Secret Location Tasting Room (1 Water St) provides a creative culinary experience in an ultra chic room. Enjoy three, five, or ten course tastings paired with incredible wine and crafted cocktails. Looking for a truly original experience? Executive Chef Jefferson Alvarez can whip up a personalized multi-course dinner by request.
If you prefer a more vibrant setting, head to Bambudda (99 Powell St) to enjoy nouveau Chinese and creative concoctions served by playful barmen. The Diamond (6 Powell St) is a more sophisticated cocktail destination with an extensive drink menu of classic libations and inventive cocktails. The bartenders are among the most talented in the city and can easily create an original concoction on the spot.
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Then, dance the night away at multi-level nightclub, Brooklyn Gastown (80 Alexander St). The chic dance-lounge has a killer dance floor and is great venue for accommodating large parties. Receive the VIP treatment with bottle service at one of three private sections. Guilt & Company (1 Alexander St) is a funky spot to get your live entertainment fix and final rounds of cocktails. The underground tavern features a lineup of eclectic talent performing burlesque, psychedelic rock, fusion belly dance, and more. With nightly live shows, this is easily one of the hottest spots in town, so make sure to arrive early to get a table seat by the stage!
