Organising a stag do in Dublin is mostly about doing a few things in the right order: fix the dates, get the group on board, choose a plan and pay on time. Here is the whole process in eight steps, with a simple timeline and the rules worth knowing before you fly.
Organising at a glance
€400–500
per person for 2 nights with accommodation
€100
usual deposit to secure the booking
1 month
before arrival the rest is paid
18
legal age to buy alcohol
00:30
pubs close on Fri and Sat
The 8 steps
Step 1
Pick the weekend
Agree two or three possible weekends with the stag. St Patrick’s week and big rugby weekends are the busiest and most expensive.
Step 2
Get a headcount
Ask everyone early and agree a budget. With accommodation, two nights usually come to €400–500 per person.
Step 3
Choose the plan
Most groups book one or two daytime activities and one big night out.
Step 4
Send us an inquiry
Tell us your dates, group size and ideas. We send you a free quote and a plan for the weekend.
Step 5
Pay the deposit
Usually €100 secures the booking. For larger groups it can be up to €50 per person – we tell you the exact amount.
Step 6
Collect the money
Collect everyone’s share before you pay, so the best man is not left covering the whole group.
Step 7
Book the flights
Flights are not part of our booking. Book them as soon as the dates are fixed – prices rise closer to the weekend.
Step 8
Pay the rest
The balance is paid one month before arrival. Send us your final numbers and arrival times for transfers.
Not sure what to book? Browse our Dublin stag do ideas, see two ready-made weekend plans or work out a budget with the cost calculator.
A simple timeline
📅 As early as possible
Dates, headcount and your inquiry. Dublin hotels were above 95% full on 62 nights in 2025.
💳 After you book
Pay the deposit, book the flights and collect everyone’s share.
🧾 One month before
Pay the balance and confirm the final number of people.
✈️ One week before
Send arrival times, check the dress code and remind everyone to bring photo ID.
🍻 The weekend
Everything is booked – turn up on time and enjoy it.
Rules to know before you fly
🪪 Bring photo ID
Bars and clubs can ask for ID, and you must be 18 to buy alcohol.
🚫 No street drinking
Drinking in public places is banned in Dublin city – fines start at €75.
🕦 Early closing
Pubs close at 23:30 Mon–Thu and 00:30 Fri–Sat; late bars and clubs at 2:30.
🎭 Fancy dress
Some venues refuse fancy dress or big groups. Check before you buy costumes.
🛒 Shop hours
Off-licences sell alcohol 10:30–22:00, from 12:30 on Sundays.
What we can book for you
FAQ
How far in advance should we book a Dublin stag do?
As early as you can. Dublin hotels are often full at weekends, so popular dates sell out first.
How much is the deposit?
Usually €100. For larger bookings it can be up to €50 per person – we tell you the exact amount with your offer.
When do we pay the rest?
The balance is paid one month before arrival.
Can we book only some parts of the weekend?
Yes. You can book the whole weekend or only what you need, for example one activity and the night out.
Do you also organise hen dos in Dublin?
Yes. See our Dublin hen do guide or send us an inquiry.
Is organising a bachelor party in Dublin any different?
No. Bachelor party is simply the American name for a stag do, so the planning steps on this page are exactly the same.
