If your summer is already tied up with the wedding, you might want to consider the best April stag do locations, as this month is that sweet spot in the calendar.
And let us be the first to tell you: April is one of the best months for a stag weekend… fact!
Why?
Well…
- You won’t have to fork out on the ridiculous summer prices.
- You get to hit up all the cities without battling through the summer crowds.
- And although the weather can be a bit of a wildcard – not really spring and not quite summer – you can still have an absolute blast.
Scroll below and find the best April stag do location for you guys.
- Top April Stag Do Locations in the UK for 2025
- Top April Stag Do Locations in Europe for 2025
- Tips & Ideas for Your April Stag Do
- Epic April Fools’ Day Stag Do Pranks
- Plan Your Stag Do with StagWeb
The Most Popular April Stag Do Locations in 2024
According to our stats, 57% of the stags who booked their April stag do with StagWeb in 2024 chose the UK over Europe.
- Dublin
- Liverpool
- Cardiff
- Berlin
- Bristol
- Benidorm
- Prague
- Newcastle
- Edinburgh
- Albufeira
Our Head of Sales, Jamie Birleson, predicts that many of these destinations will stay popular in 2025 and even increase in popularity due to their affordable out-of-season prices, epic nightlife and great weather (in certain places!)
Find out what makes each of them a winner below! 👇
Top April Stag Do Locations in the UK for 2025
- Newcastle
- Bristol
- Bath
- Bournemouth
- Manchester
- Liverpool
- Edinburgh
- Cardiff
Newcastle
We were not surprised to see the Toon popping up in our April stats. What makes the city particularly attractive during that month is the range of premium accommodation that’s available at an unbelievably better price point. Drop us an enquiry if you want to hear our offers!
Bristol
Bristol’s non-stop party culture really lives up to its name and this certainly doesn’t change for April. We suggest checking out the bars alongside the harbourside – you’ll quickly forget what day, month, or year it is once there!
Bath
In April, Bath has just about shaken off the buzz of the winter markets and tourist crowds and is taking a well-deserved breather while still being a fun place for stags to visit. Believe us, we know what we’re talking about – we’re based here!
Bournemouth
April is like the opener to the summer season in Bournemouth, which makes the town a stag favourite. What’s more, if you go later in the month, there’s a decent chance you’ll catch some good weather and maybe even squeeze in a few beach days.
Manchester
Manchester’s raging party scene delivers on every front. Because of the affordable city’s constant buzz, a Manchester stag do is top-class year-round, making it a popular choice for the groom’s celebration in April.
Liverpool
Liverpool is one of our most popular stag do locations, and the city is well-equipped to welcome groups all year round. If you like partying, Mathew Street is where you want to be, regardless of the month, so don’t hesitate to check it out in April.
Edinburgh
Scotland’s capital is one of the UK’s most vibrant cities, and a certified legendary stag do location. Edinburgh is lively all year round, so it guarantees an April stag weekend for the history books, packed with massive nightlife and unique activities.
Cardiff
Rain or shine, Cardiff’s clubs will be more than happy to welcome your group year-round and give the groom-to-be the send-off they deserve. In April, the tourist crowds haven’t formed yet, which leaves the city at the mercy of the party gods.
Top April Stag Do Locations in Europe for 2025
- Berlin
- Amsterdam
- Benidorm
- Dublin
- Lisbon
- Barcelona
- Budapest
- Tenerife
Berlin
Topping our April charts, Berlin for a stag do was chosen by a whopping 24% of the groups that celebrated during that month in 2024, and we don’t see this number going down anytime soon. The city is perfect for stags who want to experience a totally different culture, try some mouth-watering grub, and join an infamous party scene without the tourist crowds hogging the bars.
Amsterdam
With its famous Red-Light District, boozy canal cruises and party bikes, The Dam is bucket list material through and through. Being less than an hour’s flight away from most major UK airports, it’s an easy choice if you don’t want to travel far, and what’s more… it’s just as great in April, as it is in August! So why wait?
Benidorm
With its sunny weather (a constant 18-19°C in April), affordable prices, bouncing nightlife, and scenic beaches, it’s not hard to see why stag groups love Benidorm. The city has a year-round appeal as a stag do destination, and April is no exception.
Dublin
As long as Dublin’s pubs and distilleries stay open in April, there’s still hope left for the world. And last time we checked, they were ready and raring to welcome your group in for a cold Guinness, so don’t hang about. Book those flights ASAP.
Lisbon
It’s not hard to see why Lisbon is favoured by groups who prefer to head abroad in April – affordable, sunny, party-minded, and boasting some of Europe’s best seafood, the city’s got the whole package prepped and ready for the groom’s memorable send-off.
Barcelona
Graced by great weather, delicious tapas and a party scene that never sleeps, Barcelona is a prime destination for enjoying summer vibes earlier in the year. With temperatures reaching a whooping 20°C in April, it’s hard to imagine a better place for enjoying a cold one.
Budapest
Hosting multiple annual festivals during April (many of which are based around music and booze), Budapest is a great choice for a stag do. By then, the city already turned its back to winter, enjoying some great weather and some even better nightlife.
Tenerife
Last, but certainly not least, Tenerife offers the ultimate weather cheat code. Enjoying more sun than most of us will see in our lifetimes and keeping its famous Playa de las Américas nightlife up and kicking 24/7, 365 days a year, it’s safe to say that the groups who head there in April are always up for a great time.
And with the sun blazing at a constant 22 °C throughout the month, you’ll have to be really unlucky to catch the grand total of two rainy days each April.
Tips & Ideas for Your April Stag Do
Many positives come with celebrating your stag do in April.
For example, depending on the year, you might be able to combine the stag do with Good Friday and Easter Monday which means that you won’t have to take days off work.
Paid party holiday, anyone?
Be sure to book in advance, as some activity and venue providers could close for Easter or get booked up in advance.
Since the majority of our stag groups preferred to stay in the UK, it’s good to keep in mind that the weather can still be somewhat temperamental in April.
That’s why we’d advise booking indoor activities to avoid any cancellations. Here are our favourites:
However, those vary from destination to destination and availability is not always guaranteed, so we have an alternative for you – renting a self-catering accommodation and organising mobile activities to come to your door.
We’ve got some amazing properties listed on our website that boast hot tubs, swimming pools, game rooms and many other premium features that will elevate your April stag do.
Check them out and secure your dates with a single deposit!
Epic April Fool’s Day Stag Pranks
Let’s be honest, if the groom-to-be’s having their stag do on or around April Fools, they’re basically asking for a stitch-up.
Don’t miss your chance! Here are some of our tried and tested hilarious pranks:
1. Stag Arrest
Have the groom ‘arrested’ and taken behind bars in a top strip club where a sexy stripper will interrogate them.
You’ll be picked up from the airport and taken to your accommodation. However, your minibus will stop on the way and help a poor, lost and dare we say, kind of hot hitchhiker who’ll put a smile on the groom’s face.
The groom will get a knock at the door… oh-uh someone’s here to strip the bed and not only the bed…
This one is a classic. The groom will enjoy the sizzling girl vs girl show until, suddenly, it’s his turn to join?!
Love these ideas? We’ve got more on our stag do pranks page.
Plan Your Stag Do with StagWeb
As the leading party experts in the UK, we know that organising a stag do for April could be tricky.
Why not leave it to a professional?
We have an easy instalment-based payment system to help you collect the money from the stags and a VIP portal to keep everyone in the loop.
Call us on 01225 474200 or send us a free stag enquiry and let one of our Destination Specialists help you plan your April stag do.
