13 Engaging Men’s Retreat Ideas (2024)

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Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $50 — $250 per hour.

Planning a men’s retreat is a little more complicated than planning a bachelor’s party. After all, we’ll assume that if you’re planning a men’s retreat, you want to focus on the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of your attendees, as well as perhaps even address some gender stereotypes along the way. Whether you’re planning a religious or secular retreat or an event for friends or colleagues, we’ve put together these 13 engaging men’s retreat ideas to get you started.

Along with men’s retreat ideas, we’ll also share some awesome venues at which to host them. After all, Peerspace is the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals and connects you with stylish, well-equipped spaces in cities across the globe that help you achieve your personal and professional goals. From wellness-centric retreat spaces to event venues that provide the amenities and privacy you need for your men’s retreat, you can find it all on our platform.

Now, let’s get on to the list!

Host your event at a memorable location to get some space from the everyday world and bond in a transformative environment. From castles and cabins to yurts and churches, Peerspace is the number-one digital platform for finding and renting unique hidden gem venues. Just search by event type, location, and capacity to find the perfect men’s retreat ideas near you.

Plus, many of the venues on Peerspace include additional amenities, such as a full kitchen, A/V equipment, game rooms, and even swimming pools.

One wonderful example is this Gesner cocoon with secluded amazing mountain views in Malibu, CA. This incredibly peaceful venue can provide your men’s retreat with an aerodynamic cocoon venue designed by Harry Gesner and inspired by the Sydney Opera House. It’s set on a deck with a Renaissance-inspired cauldron and surrounded by forest and mountain views. While here, you can also use the spas, hammocks, campfire seating, and so much more. This is just one example of the type of amazing spaces you can find on Peerspace to bring your events to life!

2. Attract (or invite) the right participants

If you’re planning a public retreat, it’s a good idea to be clear about the goals of your retreat. The same goes or even if you’re inviting guests from your workplace or social group. Different men will want different things from a men’s retreat — and your female colleagues may have opinions on it, too. The term “men’s retreat” can be used to refer to a spiritual or faith-based retreat, while a “men’s circle” or “masculinity retreat” usually refers to a secular one.

Either way, it’s important that your event doesn’t come across as an exclusive “boy’s club”. Rather, you want it to use the supportive nature of a men-only space to help men grow. Look for ways that you can include men who may be left out of other men’s spaces, such as gay, bi, and queer men, trans men, and men of color.

3. Get outside to reconnect with nature

While it isn’t a requirement that your retreat takes place in a remote location, there’s something about being in nature that encourages reflection and connection. Invite your attendees to slow down, put their phones away, and connect with their authentic selves outdoors.

Whether you lead a group hike, gather around a campfire, or meditate together, spending time outside can help set the tone of your retreat and make it easier to connect.

Check out these creative camping ideas to spur more productive campside chatter.