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When we’re invited on a hen do, the first thing we ask is: “What are we doing?”. The hen party activities you choose are the highlight of the event, so it’s important to get them right. Luckily, we’ve found all the top options for you!
We’ve hand-picked the very best hen party activities from across the UK, Ireland and the rest of Europe. You can book a single activity, choose a pre-made package, or build your own from the full range of hen activities on your chosen destination page.
Whether your hen do group has mixed ages, needs to keep the budget low or you’re planning for a bride with a particular passion (e.g. fitness or travel), these hen party ideas will have you covered.
If you’re stuck trying to decide which hen party activities to book, then ask yourself these questions to find the perfect answer:
Hey girls, the hen party is officially on! Now comes the really important bit: deciding what you’re all actually going to do. Because yes, cocktails, dancing and a few glasses of fizz are always a winner, but there’s a whole world of hen party activities out there if you want to give the bride a weekend she’ll really love.
Whether your bride is happiest with a cocktail in her hand, secretly fancies herself as a Strictly star, loves getting creative or would happily spend all afternoon being pampered, there’s a hen party activity to suit her.
The good news is that you don’t need to settle for one activity. Pick something for the daytime, add a few drinks, head out for dinner and then get your glad rags on for the evening. That’s a full hen do sorted in style.
So, where do you start? The best hen party activities are the ones that get everyone involved without making anyone feel uncomfortable. You’ll want something that gives you plenty to laugh about, keeps the group together, is really fun and fits around everything else you’ve got planned.
Here are some trending hen do activities to inspire you:
Let’s kick things off with a hen party classic. Cocktail making is always a winner when you’ve got a group of girls who enjoy a drink and don’t mind getting stuck in.
You’ll have a host showing you how to make a selection of cocktails, then it’s your turn to shake, stir, pour and garnish your creations. It’s hands on, social and there’s usually a little friendly competition when everyone decides their cocktail is obviously the best one.
It’s also a great way to start a hen do because nobody needs to sit around making awkward small talk. You’ll be too busy shaking cocktail shakers, tasting drinks and laughing at whoever gets the measures slightly wrong.
And yes, you’ll get to drink what you make. We wouldn’t want all that hard work to go to waste, would we?
Girls, meet your new best friend: the prosecco bike. If you want to make an entrance, this is the hen party activity for you. A prosecco bike brings the drinks to you, usually with a beautifully decorated bike and someone serving up glasses of fizz while you’re out and about.
It’s a fun addition to a hen weekend because you can combine it with sightseeing, photos or a wander around the city. Get the bride dressed up, gather the girls together and let the fizz flow.
It also makes for some cracking photos, especially if the bride gets to take pride of place. Just keep an eye on how much you’re drinking because there’s nothing worse than being the girl who starts the prosecco bike full of confidence and finishes it wondering where her shoes have gone.
Who doesn’t love brunch? Add cocktails, fizz and a few hours with the girls and you’ve got a very tempting hen do activity.
Bottomless brunch is a great option if you want something really fun and relaxed, particularly when you’ve got a group with different personalities. You can eat, drink, chat and catch up without anyone having to be dragged onto a dance floor or pushed into something they’re not comfortable doing.
Depending on the venue, you might also get music, entertainment, games or a themed menu thrown into the mix. Get everyone dressed up, book your table and settle in for a few hours of food and drinks before heading off to your next activity. Just remember, girls, brunch is not a race. You’ve got a whole hen weekend ahead of you!
Fancy doing something a little cheekier? Hen party life drawing should definitely be on your list. You’ll be guided through a drawing session by an artist while you try your hand at sketching a model. You don’t need to be good at drawing and, frankly, the less artistic you are, the more entertaining it can become.
It’s a great choice for groups who want something a bit different from the usual hen party activities. You’ll have plenty of laughs, everyone can have a go and there’s a certain amount of hilarity involved when the girls start comparing their artistic efforts.
It’s cheeky without needing to take itself too seriously, which makes it a great daytime activity before heading out for food and drinks.
Right girls, it’s time to get your groove on. A dance class is one of those hen do activities where you really don’t need to take yourself seriously. Whether you’re a total dancing queen or you’ve got two left feet, you’ll have fun learning a routine together.
There are loads of themes to choose from, so you can pick something that suits the bride. You might fancy a pop routine, a movie-inspired class or something a little more cheeky if she’s up for it like burlesque or pole dancing.
The best bit is watching the group try to keep up. Someone will get the routine immediately, someone will go completely the wrong way and there’ll always be one person who starts freestyling halfway through. It’s a great way to get everyone involved and you’ll have plenty of laughs along the way.
Now this is how you make a hen party feel like an occasion. Get the girls on a party boat and enjoy your own floating celebration. Depending on where you’re heading, you could have music, drinks, food, DJs and plenty of opportunities to get the cameras out. It’s a great option if you want an activity that feels a little different from simply heading to a bar.
A party boat can also work really well as part of a full day. Get everyone together for the boat trip, head somewhere nice for dinner afterwards and then carry on into the evening. And let’s be honest, there’s something rather fabulous about waving at people from the water while you’re all dressed up for a hen do.
Time to get your creative hats on, girls. Paint and sip is perfect if you fancy an activity that’s relaxed, social and a little bit different. You’ll be guided through a painting while enjoying a few drinks with the group. You don’t need any artistic experience, so don’t panic if your previous painting experience consists of helping the kids with a school project.
Everyone gets to create their own masterpiece, although what actually counts as a masterpiece is entirely up for debate.
It’s a lovely choice for groups because you can chat throughout the session, have a laugh at everyone’s paintings and enjoy a few drinks without the whole activity being centred around partying.
Now then, this one is definitely for the cheekier hen parties. A butler in the buff is exactly what you’d expect: a handsome butler arrives to entertain the group and help make your hen party that little bit naughtier. Depending on the package, he might serve drinks, help with games or simply provide some entertainment while you’re all enjoying yourselves.
It’s particularly good for a group that isn’t afraid of a bit of cheeky fun. Get the bride involved, give her the VIP treatment and make sure someone has their camera ready for the inevitable giggles. It’s definitely not a quiet afternoon activity, but then again, you’re planning a hen party, not a book club.
For a hen party with plenty of personality, a drag show is hard to beat. You’ll get fabulous costumes, big performances, plenty of laughs and an atmosphere that’s made for getting the girls together. Depending on the venue, you could combine your show with dinner, drinks or even drag bingo for an even bigger afternoon or evening out.
It’s also a great choice when you’ve got a larger group because everyone can sit together, enjoy the entertainment and join in when the performers get the audience involved.
Get dressed up, order the drinks and prepare for the bride to become part of the show. She might not know exactly what’s coming, but that’s half the fun.
And finally, we’re ending on a cheeky one. Dickorate is a ceramic penis painting workshop where you can get creative with some rather unusual pottery. You’ll decorate your ceramic piece using paints and your own design ideas, so this is your chance to let your imagination run wild. Go floral, go sparkly, add a name, create something completely ridiculous or make it as outrageous as your group dares.
It’s definitely not your average craft workshop and that’s exactly why it works so well for a hen do. You’ll have plenty to laugh about while everyone creates their own masterpiece, and you’ll have a rather memorable keepsake to take home afterwards.
If the bride has a cheeky sense of humour and your group is up for something a little rude, this one deserves a place on the list.
Choosing the best hen party activity isn’t just about picking whatever looks fun online. You’ll need to think about your bride first, then the group.
What does she actually enjoy? Is she the first one on the dance floor? Does she love getting pampered? Would she rather be eating than exercising? Is she crafty? Does she love a challenge? Once you’ve got that nailed down, you can start looking at activities that fit.
Group size matters too. An activity that works perfectly for eight people might be less suitable for 25, so check the minimum and maximum numbers before you get too excited.
You’ll also want to think about your location, budget and how much time you’ve got. If you’re staying somewhere central, you might be able to walk between activities. If you’re heading out of the city centre, you’ll need to allow time for taxis or transport.
Most importantly, don’t try to cram every possible activity into one weekend. The bride needs time to eat, drink, get ready, chat and actually enjoy herself too.
The trick to planning a great hen weekend is getting the balance right. You don’t need an activity booked for every hour from Friday afternoon until Sunday evening.
Pick one or two main hen party activities that your group will genuinely enjoy, then build the rest of the weekend around them. You could start with a relaxed pamper party on Friday, head out for dinner and drinks, then make Saturday your big activity day with cocktail making or a dance class followed by brunch, dinner and a night out.
If you’ve got a larger group, it’s also worth checking exactly what’s included before booking. Find out whether drinks, equipment, food, transport or any extras are included in the price, and check cancellation terms before everyone starts handing over their money. And don’t forget the bride. It’s her hen party, after all! You might know that everyone else
The hen do is all about spoiling and celebrating the bride-to-be. You’d be surprised how quickly all that spoiling adds up in cost, though. If you need to keep the hen party budget down but still want to help make the bride feel special, it’s easier than you think:
We think booking hen party activities makes the whole event more exciting and it’s an opportunity to try something you’ve never done before. However, booking an activity isn’t a necessity for a fun hen do. You could book a self-catering house, make homemade meals and play some heartfelt or hilarious hen do games at home for a really relaxed weekend.
The number of activities you plan depends on how many days the hen do goes for.
You can book more than this but just make sure you spread them throughout the day so you’re not rushing around!
You should start planning the hen party at least 3-6 months before the trip date. If you’re not sure which activities you’d like yet, you can just secure your accommodation first and then add one or more hen do activities to your booking later.
We will always do our best to try and help you book in the activities you’d like, even if it’s last-minute though!
Hen party group politics can definitely be a challenge – we’re sorry if this is happening to you.
Ultimately, this event is about the bride-to-be. So, if your group have tried to discuss which hen party activities they’d like and can’t agree, then we’d recommend going back to the source of all truth. Talk to the bride and hint at a few of the different ideas (without all the details) and ask her which ones feel right. No one can argue with that!
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