How Do You Host a Hens Night?

Put the Bride Into Account

A wonderful time for you might consist of topless waiters, a trip to a male strip club, and a wild night of partying on a tropical island. But tonight isn't your chance to shine. What kind of music does your pal listen to? She might be a bit reserved and not relish the idea of drawing attention to herself by parading about town with a penis attached to her hat.

On the other hand, she might really enjoy this kind of stuff. Instead of a Hangover-fueled weekend getaway, she might opt for a relaxing day at the spa followed by high tea. This is especially significant if the bride is expecting a child or is currently a breastfeeding mother. She probably doesn't want to spend the evening soberly watching her closest pals get hammered. If you want to make the details of the evening a surprise, you may still find out what she enjoys and what she would like to do without giving too much away.

Consider the Other Guests

Hosting a weekend party with luxurious hotels and limitless cocktails may be in the cards if most of your pals are single, insane, and have some disposable income. If the other visitors, like yourself, have children, mortgages, and other responsibilities, it's unlikely that they'll be able to afford such a luxury.

Keep in mind that there will be other visitors. Perhaps some of the moms will only be able to make it for dinner, or maybe they'll only be able to come for the spa day. Don't throw a party where only some people can attend.

The hen party's transportation should not be a stressful ordeal. Hire a chauffeured limousine or party bus. in so that guests may journey together and become acquainted with one another. Facilitating this way ensures that attendees can put less thought into logistics and more into enjoying the event.

Consider the Theme

In terms of activities, a hen's night is not lacking in options. You might want to go out for a fancy meal and some dancing, throw a themed party at your place or a hotel room, relax at a spa, go skydiving, vacation at an island resort, catch a game, or do anything else your heart desires.

However, having a theme in mind can help to inject some more creativity into the evening. Give your party an extra dose of merriment with a theme, whether it's 1950s housewives, 1930s pinups, the '70s, or the roaring '20s.

Consider the Budget

It's not cheap to throw a hen party, what with the cost of food, beverages, lodging, and activities. Spending money on decorations, cakes, caterers, hotels, and limos is inevitable. Make sure you're prepared by formulating a strategy.

You may plan a hotel stay for the group and propose ordering a sushi platter or baking pizzas to save money instead of eating at a pricey restaurant. You want to do something nice for your friend without breaking the bank. In the event that the cost of the trip to the city is too high for the group, make sure everyone is on the same page and willing to make sacrifices.

The bridal party, in planning the perfect hen's night, must first settle on a reasonable budget for the essentials that visitors will be expected to purchase. Keep in mind the financial limitations of your guests and avoid unnecessary extras like pink stretch Hummer limos, strippers with uneven spray tans, and homemade floral crowns that no one will ever wear again. If you want to know how much money your guests should bring, look up the types of short-term loans they might be eligible for on the Nimble website and multiply that number by two.

Splurge on Everlasting Gifts

Use plastics that won't decompose for hundreds of years to honour a marriage that will endure a lifetime. A box of 10 penis straws can be purchased from eBay for $6.95, which is a steal for an item that will never go out of style.

Tasteful Entertainment

No event to which you would bring your great aunt would be complete without some form of adult entertainment, and a hen's night would be no exception. The bridesmaids will have to deliberate at length whether or not a stripper is suitable for the bride. After concluding that the bride-to-be could be offended by a Magic Mike viewing party in her living room, all you can do is sit back and wait for a rebellious bridesmaid to schedule one anyway. One stripper with half regrown breast hair for every three traditionalist family members is the optimum ratio for ensuring hen's success.

Do What Has Always Been Done.

Inevitably, the number of bridesmaids in the bridal party will decrease by one by the end of a good bachelorette party. Tradition dictates that the bridesmaid will abandon the after-wedding dance party at 1 a.m., leaving the husband with an extra groomsman at the altar. This will give your guests something to talk about, and will provide you someone to throw the finger of blame at if the cake toppers don't show up on time.

Engage in Hen-Night Banter

The typical person knows about 25.000 words. You won't need any of these responses on a hen's night since you can just say "Woo!" instead. Try to work as many "Woo!"s into the conversation as you can to add some energy and excitement to the big event. Case in point:

• When asked how they knew the bride, they were surprised. "Woo!"
• "Where are the children tonight?" "Woo!"
• "What happened to your shoes?" "Woo!"

Use this phrase in your daily life, in church, and when watching the films of Hong Kong action filmmaker John Woo to get ready for your hen's night.

Congratulations! Your hen party preparations are complete. Your dancers should remain unmarried and remember that while marriage is a lifelong commitment, penis straws decompose slowly over the course of 200 years. Reusing them is the best option. Check out our extensive list of Hens Party Ideas for your bestie.

Follow the Cocktail Collective's Bachelorette Party Advice

Venue

When in doubt, keep it simple. It's far less stressful if the hens have their party in someone's house or rented space. When travelling from one location to another, guests may become dispersed. Yes, it's true that some people will inevitably fall behind.

If you choose to have your hen party in one central place, you won't have to worry about scheduling transportation or keeping everyone on time. If you have the celebration in one location, you can customise the event by adding special touches like your own decorations.

Theme

The perfect approach to celebrate may be found in the hens night's theme, which is chosen based on the bride's personal tastes. Having a consistent theme can help bring the whole event together, from the decorations to the table centrepieces to the food and drink served.

Be as sassy or as refined as you like. Anything goes, from '80s to retro to more subtle takes on smart, stylish, vintage, and glamorous.

Cocktails

It's just our opinion, but we think a hens party isn't complete without some libations. It's hardly worth the hassle of going out to get your cocktail fix when you can easily prepare your own at home. Start the party off right with one of our cocktail boxes, complete with everything you need to prepare fancy drinks like those found in upscale bars, but at home rates (or queues).

Champagne, gin, and lemon juice make up the French 75, the perfect cocktail for a glamorous hen party. The French 75 is the ideal beginning to any hens party because it is both easy to make and impressive to serve.

Beachcomber is full of flavour and colour. This tropical favourite combines white rum, triple sec, and cherry liqueur with fresh lime juice for a delicious cocktail that is perfect for a hen's party with a vintage theme. It will definitely lift spirits just by looking at it.

For a timeless cocktail, the Daiquiri is unrivalled. The Daiquiri, with its perfect harmony of citrous and sugar, is perfect for low-key festivities but also steals the show when the fun really gets going.

Finally, whether or not your hens night has a theme, the magnificent Margarita is a must-have. One of the most popular drinks in the world is the "Reposado Margarita," which combines the smooth taste of reposado tequila with the tartness of fresh lime juice from Hawke's Bay. Margarita is the person to call if you're looking to throw a bash. Guaranteed.

Games

Now that we have the booze taken care of, we can begin making plans for the games. Hen parties aren't complete without cocktails, and they're definitely not complete without embarrassingly funny party games. Here are a couple of our favourites to inject some lightheartedness into the evening.

A wedding dress made out of toilet paper would be fun, cheap, and crazy. Create teams of four, choose a "bride" from among you, and challenge the other members to make a TP couture masterpiece!

Competitors don blindfolds and take turns pinning trunks to various hunks in this adult version of the popular children's game. The highest quality of laughter is assured.

Game plan some questions about the bride that everyone can answer as a group and call it bridal trivia. A fun way to share memories, bond with guests, and learn more about the bride.

Encourage your guests to try their hand at mixing cocktails with the ingredients provided in our cocktail boxes and have the bride pick a winner.

A popular hens party game is charades, which may be adapted by focusing on female-centric media such as romantic comedies. A later-in-the-evening time slot guarantees some of the evening's most memorable moments!

Food

There's enough stress involved in hosting a successful hen party without having to worry about whipping up an elaborate supper for your guests. Nibbles, tapas, finger snacks, mini-dishes, and sweet sweets are perfect for keeping you and the bride-to-be going strong.

Glassware & Decoration

Serve your visitors' beverages in unique glasses for an extra level of sophistication. There's a lot of "wow" in the details.

• To properly deliver a classic French 75 or for a champagne toast, champagne flutes are required.
• A lively Beachcomber should wear hiball spectacles.
• The Daiquiri, a perennial favourite, is especially stunning when served in a martini glass.
• A proper margarita should be served in a margarita glass.

If you run out of glasses, you may help your guests identify their own by tying a different coloured ribbon around it. This can complement the decorations and even fit in with the hens' theme! Stickers with your name on them are another wonderful way to identify and keep track of your glasses.

Give each attendee a cocktail glass as a keepsake of the best hens party they'll ever be a part of.

You can think of Cocktail Collective as your party-planning partner, as they will provide you with all the cocktails you need to have a hen's party that will be spoken about for years to come.

To learn more, check out our post on How to host a bridal shower?

Get organised

It's understandable that you'd want the big day to go off without a hitch—after all, this is your best friend—but refrain from being full-on bridesmaidzilla.

You'll be in charge of making sure anywhere between 5 and 50 women are going to have a great time, so start planning and booking from months in advance. Need a holiday house? Give yourself at least six months. Are you looking for transport? Make a list of different companies and find out their rates before choosing one. Keep everything you need in a diary or planner so you can keep tabs on the night's events.

Personalise The Night

Now that the hard work is done, it's time to put the finishing touches on a memorable evening. Whether it's old photos, specialised decorations, a theme based on her favourite movie, or simply just playing her favourite music at the perfect time, she'll be grateful and the evening will be one she'll never forget.

Learn Who She Does and Doesn't Want to Attend

We understand that you wish to relieve the bride of the responsibility of organising the wedding celebration and that you wish to surprise her. But, do you think she'll have fun on her hens night reuniting with the second cousin she clashed with a year ago? Avoid any potential embarrassment by running the guest list by her first.

Be Sure Not To Embarrass The Bride

Although it's common in Hollywood to see male strippers and penis-shaped gift bags at hen parties, if you ask the ladies you trust, they'll tell you those traditions are old and tacky. Cancel Fabio and reserve a table at a fine dining establishment if your bride would rather not have her nudeness thrust in her face during supper. Once she discovers you've invited her grandmother, she'll be eternally grateful.

Keep Some Surprises

After you have successfully averted a potential battleground with the guest list, it is acceptable to leave some details a surprise. You must know your bride better than anyone else, so take use of this fact by compiling a list of her interests and seeing how many of them you can incorporate into the big day. You may inform her that her favourite restaurant is closed that night, but then surprise her by showing up anyhow.

Don't Leave Anyone Out

You may accidentally forget a few people who aren't part of your inner social circle if you don't give them a personal invitation. It's polite to greet each visitor by name when they come to prevent anyone from feeling excluded. Make sure you have some scheduled activities, such as games and group pictures, to encourage conversation and interaction among your guests.

Use Your Imagination With The Nibblies

If you and the bride have opted to host the hens night, you'll have a perfect opportunity to show off your culinary skills. You can try cooking something yourself, even if you plan to have the evening catered. Have some fun with chocolate-covered fruits (and the sprinkles), some vibrant cocktails, or a rosé jelly dessert.

We're sure you'll find the perfect Hens Party activity here for your bride. One thing to keep in mind is that modern pre-wedding celebrations are not bound by any traditional norms. You should think about what your wife might like. As a last resort, you can always follow custom and take your best friend who is about to be Mrs. out on the town while she is still in her wedding tiara.

Conclusion

The bride and her bridesmaids look forwards to hens night more than anything else. Traditionally, the night before a wedding is celebrated with a wild shindig by the bride and groom. Topless waiters, a trip to a male strip club, or a wild night on a tropical island are all possible activities for a hen's night. Getting the hen party from point A to point B shouldn't be a major source of tension. A limousine or party bus with a driver can help your guests mingle as they travel to and from your event.

Themed hen parties are a great way to get everyone thinking outside the box and have a good time. The wedding party needs to decide on a maximum spending limit for gifts before inviting guests. Don't go overboard by hiring strippers or a pink Hummer limo. For only $6.95, you can get a box of 10 penis straws from eBay; a steal for a classic accessory that will never go out of style. Everything you need to know to throw a spectacular hen party is on this list, from the location to the theme.

Inevitably funny party games are a must for hen parties. Use a toilet paper bridal dress or a blindfold to pin a hunk's trunk to his chest. The Cocktail Collective is like a party planning partner who ensures you have everything you need for a memorable hen's night. Get organised and ready for the night of your life by starting to plan months in advance. In Hollywood, hen parties often feature male strippers and gift bags in the shape of a penis.

There are no rules limiting creative pre-wedding parties in today's modern day. There is no one else in the world who knows your wife as well as you do, so use that to your advantage when planning a surprise for her.

Content Summary

• This list of hen's night activities is intended to give you a break from the norm and help you distinguish yourself as the best bridesmaid ever.
• Other than the wedding itself, Hens night is the most anticipated event for the bride and her attendants.
• Host a hen's night or bachelorette party for your best friend and her female guests as the maid of honour.
• However, having a theme in mind can help to inject some more creativity into the evening.
• It's not cheap to throw a hen party, what with the cost of food, beverages, lodging, and activities.
• The bridal party, in planning the perfect hen's night, must first settle on a reasonable budget for the essentials that visitors will be expected to purchase.
• Inevitably, the number of bridesmaids in the bridal party will decrease by one by the end of a good bachelorette party.
• Try to work as many "Woo!"s into the conversation as you can to add some energy and excitement to the big event.
• If you choose to have your hen party in one central place, you won't have to worry about scheduling transportation or keeping everyone on time.
• If you have the celebration in one location, you can customise the event by adding special touches like your own decorations.
• The perfect approach to celebrate may be found in the hens night's theme, which is chosen based on the bride's personal tastes.
• Having a consistent theme can help bring the whole event together, from the decorations to the table centrepieces to the food and drink served.
• This tropical favourite combines white rum, triple sec, and cherry liqueur with fresh lime juice for a delicious cocktail that is perfect for a hen's party with a vintage theme.
• For a timeless cocktail, the Daiquiri is unrivalled.
• Finally, whether or not your hens night has a theme, the magnificent Margarita is a must-have.
• A popular hens party game is charades, which may be adapted by focusing on female-centric media such as romantic comedies.
• This can complement the decorations and even fit in with the hens' theme!
• Give each attendee a cocktail glass as a keepsake of the best hens party they'll ever be a part of.
• We understand that you wish to relieve the bride of the responsibility of organising the wedding celebration and that you wish to surprise her.
• After you have successfully averted a potential battleground with the guest list, it is acceptable to leave some details a surprise.
• If you and the bride have opted to host the hens night, you'll have a perfect opportunity to show off your culinary skills.
• We're sure you'll find the perfect Hens Party activity here for your bride.
• One thing to keep in mind is that modern pre-wedding celebrations are not bound by any traditional norms.