Spanish City Proposes Fines for Rowdy Bachelorette and Bachelor Parties

Valencia, a popular Spanish tourist destination, is considering new regulations aimed at curbing the disruptive behavior associated with bachelorette and bachelor parties. The city council has drafted proposals that could impose significant fines on groups whose celebrations spill onto public streets.

Under the proposed rules, group gatherings for private celebrations might be banned from public streets between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. on weekdays, with the restriction extending to 9:30 a.m. on Saturdays and the eve of public holidays. Those found to be in violation of these time restrictions could face fines ranging from €750 to €1,500.

Specific elements common to many hen and stag dos could also be targeted. The use of sexual props, clothing, or accessories featuring genitalia, as well as inflatable dolls in public spaces, might be prohibited. Individuals caught with such items could be fined up to €750.

Additionally, the proposed regulations address public alcohol consumption, with potential fines of up to €1,500 for those drinking in the streets. Fines could be doubled for alcohol consumption near protected buildings. More serious offenses, such as failing to cooperate with authorities or disrespecting vulnerable individuals, could result in heftier fines between €1,500 and €3,000.

If enacted, Valencia would become the first Spanish city to specifically target bachelorette and bachelor parties with such regulations. This move follows similar measures implemented in other Spanish cities to address tourist behavior. For example, Vigo introduced legislation in 2022 with a €750 fine for public urination on beaches or in the sea. Marbella implemented a similar ban on urinating in the sea across 25 beaches in 2024. In Barcelona and Majorca, wearing swimwear or being topless in shops and restaurants can incur fines of up to €300.