Hen Party Game Ideas
Fun, inclusive, and classy games to keep everyone entertained.
1. The Mr. & Mrs. Quiz (The Classic)
The ultimate test of how well the bride really knows her fiancé. This is the #1 most popular hen party game for a reason.
What you need:
A list of 15-20 questions sent to the groom in advance (record his answers on video if possible!).
How to play:
Sit the bride in the centre of the room. Ask her a question (e.g., "What is his most annoying habit?" or "Who is the better driver?"). If she matches the groom's answer, she’s safe. If she gets it wrong, she takes a sip of her drink or does a forfeit.
Why it's fun:
It puts the spotlight on the bride and usually reveals some hilarious secrets about the couple.
💡 Ben’s Pro Tip: Play this just after dinner to get the energy back up before the evening entertainment starts.
2. Prosecco Pong
A classy twist on the American college classic "Beer Pong."
What you need:
A ping pong table (or dining table), plastic prosecco coupes (or standard plastic cups), ping pong balls, and plenty of fizz.
How to play:
Split the group into two teams at opposite ends of the table. Arrange 6 cups in a triangle at each end. Teams take turns throwing a ball into the opponent's cups. If it lands in, the opponent drinks the glass. The first team to clear the table wins.
Why it's fun:
It’s active, competitive, and gets everyone cheering.
💡 Ben’s Pro Tip: If you are in a rental house, this is a great garden game if the weather is nice.
3. Draw The Groom (The Artistic Challenge)
Since you’re booking a life drawing class, this is the perfect warm-up!
What you need:
Cheap paper plates and pens.
How to play:
Everyone places a paper plate on top of their own head. Without looking, they have 60 seconds to draw a portrait of the groom. The results will be terrible and hilarious. The bride picks the winner.
Why it's fun:
It levels the playing field—even artists will struggle to draw on top of their own heads!
💡 Ben’s Pro Tip: Keep the best drawings to show the real life model when he arrives—or stick them on the fridge for the weekend.
4. The "Toilet Paper Couture" Challenge
Don’t roll your eyes—this classic can be genuinely high-fashion if you add a competitive edge.
What you need:
10+ rolls of cheap toilet paper and some sticky tape.
How to play:
Split the group into teams of 3 or 4. Pick one person per team to be the model. The teams have 10 minutes to create a "Couture Wedding Dress" using only toilet paper. Put on some runway music and have a fashion show at the end.
Why it's fun:
It forces people to work together and get creative. You’ll be surprised at how competitive it gets!
5. "Guess the Memory"
A sentimental ice-breaker that connects the group.
What you need:
Post-it notes (or small cards), pens, and a bowl.
How to play:
Everyone writes down a short, funny, or sweet memory they have with the bride (e.g., "The time we got lost in Barcelona" or "School chemistry lessons"). Fold them up and put them in a bowl. The bride reads them out one by one and has to guess who wrote it.
Why it's fun:
It’s a lovely way to introduce friends from different parts of the bride's life (e.g., school friends vs. work colleagues).
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6. Pass the Parcel (The Hen Edition)
Nostalgic fun with a grown-up twist.
What you need:
A prize wrapped in multiple layers of paper. Between each layer, write a dare or a forfeit.
How to play:
Just like the kids' version—play music and pass the parcel. When the music stops, unwrap a layer and do the dare (e.g., "Do an impression of the groom" or "Make a toast to the bride").
Why it's fun:
Everyone knows the rules, and it builds suspense. Make the final prize something nice, like a mini bottle of gin or a face mask.
7. Two Truths and a Lie
The perfect game for groups who don’t know each other well.
What you need:
Nothing! Just drinks.
How to play:
Go around the circle. Each person states three "facts" about themselves—two are true, one is a lie. The group votes on which one is the lie.
Why it's fun:
It’s a great conversation starter and you learn fascinating things about the other guests.
8. The "Date Night" Jar
A gift that keeps on giving after the wedding.
What you need:
A mason jar, wooden lolly sticks (or nice cardstock), and pens.
How to play:
Ask every hen to write a date night idea on a stick. It can be simple ("Cook a meal together") or adventurous ("Go rock climbing"). Put them all in the jar for the bride to take home.
Why it's fun:
It’s a creative, low-pressure activity that leaves the bride with a meaningful keepsake.
9. Gin Tasting Challenge (DIY)
A sophisticated activity that saves money compared to hiring a pro.
What you need:
3 or 4 different bottles of gin (decant them into plain jugs so nobody sees the labels), tonic, and garnishes.
How to play:
Blind taste test! Pour a small measure of each for everyone. Have the group rate them and try to guess which is the "expensive" craft gin and which is the supermarket brand.
Why it's fun:
It feels fancy but is actually very easy to set up in an Airbnb.
10. Scavenger Hunt (The Photo Challenge)
Get everyone out of the house and interacting with the locals.
What you need:
A printed list of photo challenges.
How to play:
Split into teams. They have one hour to capture photos of items on the list. Classy examples: "A photo with a man in a uniform," "The group posing like Charlie’s Angels," "A stranger giving marriage advice."
Why it's fun:
It creates an album of photos from the weekend that aren't just selfies.
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