Five Great Hen Party Ideas

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The build-up to your wedding is probably the most exciting part of the wedding because, on the day, it all goes very fast and then it’s over - pretty much like Christmas as a kid. Planning a hen party with your bridesmaids can be a lot of fun, and usually, the maid of honour will take charge of the planning so the bride can sit back and enjoy the party. If you’re the planner or just want some ideas for your own hen party, here are five excellent hen party ideas.

Hire A Limo
Ever travelled on a party bus before? It’s a great way of getting your hens to and from a location in style and a gorgeous stretch limo will not only wow those in the party but will turn the heads of everyone you drive by. It’s often described as a rolling nightclub on wheels, and most are big enough to cater for large groups. Some of the traditional features you’ll expect are:

• Plush seating and some are often heated.
  
• Colourful lights and a DJ music system for playing all your favourite tunes.
  
• A full bar to help get the party officially started.
  
• Flat screen TVs for playing any musical channels available.
  

There are also a variety of party vehicles that come in all different forms. From fire engines to hummers, you’ll be spoilt for choice when picking one to suit your style and party size.


Cocktail Classes
Pizza making classes? No thanks. Cocktail classes are the only lessons you should be learning on a hen party, and this is guaranteed to go down very well with all your girls (and boys). It’s a great activity to do before you go out for the night and it’s also a chance for your friends and family members in the group to get to know one another and bond. Lots of hotels and bars will offer this service, and you’ll typically pay a group charge or per person.

A mixologist will be there to talk you through making your own cocktails and with free reign on the spirits, you can afford to go a little wild. There will also be options to make mocktails too so if someone wants to stay off the juice, they can still have fun making the non-alcoholic versions. And the best thing about this experience is that there’s no right or wrong way of doing it, as long as you’ve mixed it all together and it’s drinkable; then you’re onto a winner.


Outdoor Adventures
If your party is more of an adventurous, adrenaline-seeking group, then you may want to explore the outdoor options that are available, wherever you go for your hen party. Depending on your age group and perhaps your pain threshold, here are a few suggestions:

• Assault Courses
  
• Ziplining
  
• Paintball
  
• Go Karting
  
• Horse Riding
  
• Total Wipeout
  
• Wakeboarding
  
• Kayaking
  
• White Water Rafting
  
• Segways
  

The list goes on, and these activities are great for groups as they usually do significant discounts that will make it a little easier on everyone’s budget.


A Mini Cruise
If you fancy a taste of the glamorous life, perhaps a mini cruise is just what you’re after. Start off at the nearest port and take a trip out to sea where you can spend a night or two on board and enjoy a private party for just your group. Some can journey to other locations depending on where you leave from. Amsterdam is a popular spot on these mini cruises as well as Dublin, Bruges and Rotterdam.

Mini cruises are also a little treat for everyone as it’s like a little holiday away but with all your close friends and family taking part.


Fancy Dress
Sometimes it’s the simple ideas that can create the recipe for a crazy night out. Fancy dress is a very much commonplace for hen parties, and they can get quite creative. Some tend to go for the ‘dress up as the hen’ option or will wear masks with the lovely bride to be’s face on. Others might go for a themed fancy dress that relates to the bride or groom. If you need some inspiration, here are a few to get you started:

• Saints & Sinners
  
• Cops & Robbers
  
• Where’s Wally
  
• Army Chicks
  
• Burlesque
  
• Musical Stars
  
• Disney Princesses
  
• Great Gatsby
  

Whatever hen party activities and themes you go for, make sure you invite those you want with you to celebrate the last few months...or days, of being single. Be sure to play plenty of party games throughout to keep the party going!