Planning a hens celebration? Steer clear of the strippers and get inspired with these party ideas.
Wedding bells are in the air, and it’s time to have one last celebration as a single lady. With everything from boozy art classes to karaoke and meals with waterside views, get all the inspiration you need with these hens party ideas in Sydney!
Take a boozy art class
Fancy sipping Champagne, eating cheese and having your hand at some still-life drawing? Boozy art classes have exploded in Sydney, and make for the perfect fun yet relaxed activity with your fellow ladies. Get the full list of available boozy art classes in Sydney here.
Host a secret dinner party
Sure, dinner and drinks are a failsafe combination. However, if you’re looking to take the adventure level up a notch, secret event curators Secret Foodies have your back. Perfect for groups 20+, pick from a themed private event package, and let the team organise everything from the venue to menu, decorations, music and more. Hop on the website, and you’ll find everything from a Secret Foodie Seafari, a Mexican Fiesta Feast to an Interactive Pasta-Making Feast. Hosted at a range of top restaurants and venues in Sydney, you’ll find out where you’re going a mere 2 hours prior to your event. How thrilling! To find out more, click here.
Throw a party to suit the bride-to-be’s party style
Does your bestie love hitting the dance floor until 3 am? Or maybe she’s more of a high tea kinda gal? Whatever her personality, Sprkle has a hen’s party package to suit every bride-to-be. The glittery bespoke party provider was founded by Ms Sparkles in 2018. Her mission? To make every woman and their besties feel fabulous. Bring your crew together for their Sparkle and Slay hip hop dance party or learn the art of Pin Up over a decadent high tea ($95 per person). From dance classes to a range of themed burlesque parties, crack a bottle of bubbles and grab a feather fan for an unforgettable night to celebrate every bride-to-be.
Learn how to ‘Slay like Beyonce’ in a unique hens party dance class
Ever wanted to slay the dance floor like Beyonce? Or Burlesque better than Christina? Now is your chance, thanks to Perth-based hens dance company F Is For Dance. Having recently expanded to Sydney, now you can bring your hens group to one of their many Sydney studio locations for a fun and unique hens party celebration. Alternatively, let the talented team come to a location that best suits you.
To book, simply jump on the website and take your pick from one of the pre-set dance themes and feature songs. Your very own professional dance instructor will guide your group, giving insider tips on how to adopt your inner bootylicious dancing babe in a 60 minute session. For more information and to book this experience, click here.
Book a meal with a view!
From Palm Beach to Woolloomooloo, one thing is for certain – us Sydneysiders are blessed with an incredible array of seaside views. For the times when the sun is out, the water is glistening and a long, lavish meal is calling your name, look no further.
Host your own party in this awesome events space
It seems everyone these days is looking for that extra special experience when it comes to planning an event. The Muse in Surry Hills is an amazing five-storey heritage listed building that’s been converted into a unique event space and co-working hub. It has its own rooftop space, offering the perfect blank canvas for an incredible hens celebration.
Go straight from the ocean to the bar
With a variety of pools and beaches with neighbouring bars popping up all around the city, why not organise a relaxed beach day, followed by afternoon cocktails in celebration of the big day. We’ve sussed out the best places to dip, dive and drink – so gather the party crew and salvage our glorious Sydney-weather.
Stay in and have cheese and charcuterie boards home delivered
If the idea of going out and being sandwiched between fellow bar-goers makes you queasy, why not opt to stay in with the crew and have a pyjama party. There’s no need to leave the house, with White Supper Club delivering artisan cheese boards, charcuterie and desserts directly to your door. All you need is the wine and you’re night is sorted.
Do a boozy brunch
The sun is shining, you’re in your prettiest frock and you’ve got the ladies around the table for a lavish feast. Next thing you know, a round of mimosas lands on the table, accompanying your Eggs Benedict. Swapping your morning brew for a tipple may sound too good to be true, but plenty of venues in Sydney are hopping on the boozy brunch bandwagon.
Book a private dining room
Away from the screaming children, cute couples and messy eaters is what you get from the sanctity of your very own private dining room. If you’re looking to celebrate without the presence of fellow diners, take your pick from Sydney’s best private dining rooms here.
Arrange a set menu
Trying to decide on what to eat at a restaurant is hard at the best of times. Add to that the designated fussy eaters and those with food allergies and you could very well spend hours staring at the menu! For a fuss-free hens celebration, opt for one of these Sydney venues taking the hard work out of ordering.
Get out of town
From Shoalhaven to Terrigal, Margret River and beyond! Sometimes escaping the hustle and bustle of the city and relaxing with the crew is exactly the kind of relaxation a bride-to-be needs. Rest, rejuvenate and celebrate by a beachside oasis with the help of our various foodie travel guides.
Drink, dine and dance at the one venue
Why hop from restaurant to bar to dance floor when you can do it all in the one venue? We reveal six of Sydney’s best places to dine, drink and dance the night away. Check-in your coat, you’ll be staying for a while.
Book a BYO restaurant and bring the hen’s favourite wine
A meal out is all well and good, until you realise you’ve spent half your week’s pay on drinks! For the times when you want to eat well, and have the hen drinking her favourite tipple, check out Sydney’s best BYO restaurants.
Go out dancing
Finding a spot to shred up the dance floor in Sydney can be tricky at the best of times. Thankfully, we asked the Eat Drink Play team to reveal their favourite spots for a boogey. Keep these destinations in mind for the post-drinks dancing needs.
Hop from rooftop to rooftop
Rooftop bars offer not only stunning views of the cityscape, but function as the perfect platform for some celebratory drinks. We scoped out the top rooftop bars in Sydney, so why not make a plan and bar hop from rooftop to rooftop.
Finish with karaoke
You and your ladies have started off with Champagne, before indulging in a feast teamed with flowing wine. Next thing you know you’re looking for a new party destination. For the times when you want more than just drinks at a bar, head to one of Sydney’s top karaoke spots..