Celebrate together with Combined Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties on Lake Travis! The modern way to party - guys and girls together for one epic celebration. Choose from ATX Disco Cruise ($85-105/person) or Private Boat Rentals for larger groups. Austin's only combined bach party boat experience with DJ, photographer, and all-inclusive packages.
More couples are choosing combined celebrations - and for good reason. Save time, save money, and bring everyone together for one unforgettable party! Combined bach parties are the modern trend because they create incredible energy with all your friends celebrating together.
One party is always cheaper than two separate events. Friends from both sides bond before the wedding - no one misses out. Combined groups create an unmatched party atmosphere with more people, more energy, and more fun!
Perfect for couples who want to celebrate with all their friends, save on costs, and create shared memories. Lake Travis provides the perfect setting with beautiful scenery, amazing weather, and party boat options for any group size.
Choose from three packages designed specifically for combined celebrations:
From professional DJ to photographer, giant floats to party supplies - we've got everything covered for your combined celebration:
Under 30 people total? The ATX Disco Cruise is your best bet at $85-105 per person. Professional DJ, photographer, and multi-group party atmosphere creates incredible energy. Most combined bach parties choose Disco Cruise for the value and built-in entertainment.
Over 30 people or want complete privacy? Choose Private Boat Rentals starting at $200/hour (4-hour minimum). Boats accommodate 14-75 guests with complete customization. Perfect for larger combined celebrations or groups wanting exclusive boat experience.
We'll help you choose the perfect option based on group size, budget, and preferences. Both options deliver unforgettable combined bachelor bachelorette experiences on beautiful Lake Travis!
Save money with one party instead of two separate events. Everyone together means no one misses out on the celebration. Combined groups create unmatched party energy and atmosphere.
Friends from both sides bond before the wedding. Shared memories and stories that last a lifetime. Easier planning with one date, one location, one celebration to coordinate.
Perfect for modern couples who want to celebrate together, maximize fun, and create inclusive celebration where all friends party together!
Book 6-8 weeks in advance - combined parties are trending and weekends fill quickly! All cruises are BYOB (bring your own beverages). Party On Delivery can coordinate convenient alcohol delivery at retail prices with 100% buyback on unopened bottles.
The marina is 30 minutes from downtown Austin with ample free parking. Party Squad and Ultimate packages include 25% transportation discount. Most combined parties run 4 hours with 11am-3pm being the most popular time slot.
Questions about group size, package selection, or customization? Our team specializes in combined bachelor bachelorette parties and will help you plan the perfect celebration for your crew!
What is a combined bach party? Both bachelor and bachelorette parties celebrate together on the same boat. Saves time and money, and everyone bonds before the wedding.
How many people can you fit? Disco cruise handles 20-40+ people comfortably. Private boats accommodate up to 75 guests for larger combined celebrations.
Disco cruise or private boat - which is better? Under 30 people total, disco cruise is the best value. Over 30 or want complete privacy, choose private boat. We'll help you decide!
What if guys and girls want different things? Plenty of zones on the boat: party floats, DJ dance area, lounge sections. BYOB keeps beverage preferences flexible for everyone.
What are the best activities for mixed groups? DJ dance floor, giant party floats, swimming - universal fun everyone enjoys together!
How far in advance should we book? Book 6-8 weeks early, especially for weekend dates. Combined parties are trending and popular time slots fill quickly.
Can the bachelor and bachelorette groups have their own space on the boat? Yes. The boat has multiple zones — a DJ dance area, floating platforms, lounge areas, and sun decks. Groups naturally spread out and come together. The combined energy is part of what makes it work.
What if the bride wants something different from the groom? That is exactly the point. BYOB means each group brings whatever they want to drink. The DJ plays music everyone enjoys. The floats, the lake, and the dancing are universal. There is no agenda to fight over.
Is there a minimum group size for a combined party? No minimum. One person from each side is fine. Most combined groups run 10-30 total, which is the sweet spot for the ATX Disco Cruise format.
Can we have sashes, banners, or decorations? Yes — bring whatever you want. Many combined groups do matching sashes for the bach and the bride, or coordinating colors. The photographer captures all of it.
A combined bachelor bachelorette party on the ATX Disco Cruise works differently than you might expect — and it works better than most people anticipate. Here is what actually happens.
When your group arrives at Anderson Mill Marina (13993 FM 2769, Leander TX 78641), you check in as a group and board together. The bachelor side and bachelorette side are not separated — you are one crew. The boat has enough space that people naturally find their own zones: some stay near the DJ booth dancing, some spread out on the giant lily pad floats, some gather at the coolers. The layout creates natural social flow rather than forcing everyone into the same three feet.
The professional DJ plays a set that works for mixed groups — dance hits, singalong moments, and crowd-interactive games that get both sides engaged. The photographer moves through the whole group throughout the four hours, capturing candid shots and posed group photos. Both sides get the full photography coverage.
The most common thing our crew hears from combined group guests is that they expected it to feel compromised — like neither side got the full experience — and instead found it more fun than a solo bach party would have been. The dynamic of the two groups meeting, merging, and celebrating together creates energy that a single-group party does not have.
The cruise runs four hours. The typical flow is 30-40 minutes of cruising, 2+ hours anchored in a cove for swimming and floating, then the cruise back. The return trip is often the most party-like segment — everyone is warmed up, the sun is getting lower, and the DJ brings the energy up for the finale.
Combined bachelor bachelorette parties have grown significantly over the past five years. This is not a trend driven by budget constraints — it is driven by what modern couples actually want from their pre-wedding celebrations.
Many couples have deeply overlapping friend groups. When 60% of the guest list knows people from both sides, holding two separate parties creates social friction. People feel obligated to attend both, which splits attention and energy. One combined party solves the scheduling problem entirely.
The wedding weekend itself is often already stressful to coordinate — hotels, rehearsal dinners, getting everyone in the same city. A combined bach party simplifies the pre-wedding social calendar dramatically. One date, one activity, one group chat.
There is also a genuine experience case. The ATX Disco Cruise for a combined group of 20-40 people creates a party atmosphere that a smaller single-gender group cannot match. More people equals more energy on the dance floor, better group photos, and the kind of shared memory that both sides of the wedding party talk about at the reception.
From a cost standpoint: one combined party almost always costs less than two separate ones, especially in Austin where bachelor and bachelorette activities have gotten expensive. The ATX Disco Cruise at $85-105 per person all-inclusive is one of the best value propositions for any Austin pre-wedding celebration, and splitting it as a combined event means each person only pays once.
Premier Party Cruises has been running combined bachelor bachelorette parties on Lake Travis for years. It is one of our most requested configurations. Call us at (512) 488-5892 or use the quote builder to discuss what your combined group looks like and which package fits best.
Here is everything you need to plan a combined bachelor bachelorette party in Austin from start to finish.
The venue decision: For groups under 30 total, the ATX Disco Cruise is almost always the right call. All-inclusive pricing means you are not coordinating multiple vendors. DJ, photographer, floats, and party supplies are all built in. For groups over 30 or those wanting a fully private boat, a Private Boat Rentals charter on the Clever Girl (up to 75 guests) gives you the whole boat.
Booking timeline: Book 6-8 weeks in advance for weekend dates, 4-6 weeks for weekdays. The ATX Disco Cruise runs Fridays 12-4pm and Saturdays at 11am-3pm or 3:30-7:30pm (March through October). Saturday slots fill fastest, especially June, July, and August.
Getting to the marina: Anderson Mill Marina is at 13993 FM 2769, Leander TX 78641. It is approximately 35-40 minutes from downtown Austin via 183 North. Free parking is available. Most combined groups coordinate a party bus or Lyft together — this is the right call if the group is drinking.
Coordinating both sides: Combined parties work best when one person owns the planning. Decide on one point of contact for each side, then designate an overall coordinator (often the maid of honor or best man). Use the quote builder on this site to get a pricing breakdown you can share with both groups.
Alcohol logistics: The ATX Disco Cruise is BYOB (cans and plastic only, no glass). Party On Delivery offers alcohol delivery directly to the marina at retail prices with 100% buyback on unopened bottles — popular option for combined groups who do not want to coordinate a Costco run.
Photography: The professional photographer covers the whole group. Both sides get digital delivery within 2-3 weeks. No need to hire separate photographers for the two sides — it is all covered.
After the cruise: Most combined parties extend into Austin proper after the cruise. Rainey Street and East 6th are 40 minutes away and have the highest density of good bars for groups. Make a reservation at a large-format bar or restaurant for dinner — walk-in for a group of 20+ rarely works on a weekend evening.