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21 Hen Party Game Ideas So Good, You’ll Want to Play Them All
Planning a hen do party and looking for perfect hen party game ideas that are actually fun? You’ve landed in the right place, girl!
We’ve been organising hen parties across Ireland and abroad for years, and trust us, we’ve seen what works (and what flops).
Whether you’re hosting in a hotel, hitting the pubs, or staying in with Prosecco and your besties, these amazing hen party games will have everyone laughing, bonding, and maybe blushing a little.
Hen Party Game Ideas: List of Games to Take Your Celebration To Next Level
- Truth or Dare
- Mr. & Mrs. Quiz
- Prosecco Pong
- Who Knows the Bride Best
- Charades: Hen Edition
- Never Have I Ever
- Pin the Willy on the Hunk
- Sexy Bingo
- Pass the Balloon (Thigh Version)
- Lipstick Pictionary
- Memory Lane
- Advice for the Bride
- Hen Party Scavenger Hunt
- DIY Flower Crown Contest
- Love Story Timeline Game
- Dare Card Challenge
- Selfie Bingo
- Hen Party Pub Quiz
- Spa & Chill Trivia
- Bridal Bingo
- Movie Drinking Game (Rom-Com Edition)
Classic Hen Party Games
1. Truth or Dare
Truth or Dare is the ultimate ice breaker, perfect for groups who are meeting for the first time or just need that spark to get the giggles going.
Minimum Players: 3+
How to Play:
- Sit in a circle with everyone facing in.
- One person asks another: “Truth or Dare?”
- If they say “Truth”, ask them a personal question.
- If they choose “Dare”, give them a challenge.
- Rotate clockwise after each turn.
- Keep it fun, light-hearted, and slightly cheeky!
What You’ll Need:
- Pre-written truth/dare slips (optional)
- A drink in hand
- A brave group of hens
Why It’s Fun:
Classic, flirty, and full of surprises. You never know what’s going to come out next!
2. Mr. & Mrs. Quiz
Before the party, you secretly get the groom to answer a set of questions. On the hen night, the bride’s put on the spot. The room fills with laughter as she tries to match her partner’s answers.
Minimum Players: 3+
How to Play:
- Collect 10–20 questions from the groom before the party.
- Ask the same questions to the bride in front of the group.
- Guests guess how many she’ll get right.
- Give a fun forfeit for wrong answers (like a sip of drink!).
What You’ll Need:
- Groom’s answers (pre-recorded or written)
- Question cards
- A bell or buzzer (optional)
Why It’s Fun:
A hilarious love test with some aww moments and plenty of laughs.
3. Prosecco Pong
Prosecco Pong is bubbly, cheeky, and perfect for a competitive crew. Think beer pong, but classy and just a bit more glam.
Minimum Players: 4 (2 per team)
How to Play:
- Set up 6 plastic champagne flutes in a triangle formation at each end of the table.
- Teams take turns tossing ping pong balls into opponents’ cups.
- If a ball lands in a cup, the other team drinks it.
- First team to clear the opposing cups wins.
What You’ll Need:
- 12 plastic flutes
- Ping pong balls
- A table and bubbly (Prosecco or mocktail)
Why It’s Fun:
It’s competitive, fizzy, and gets everyone giggling from the start.
4. Who Knows the Bride Best?
Gather the bride’s gang – from childhood friends to new in-laws – and test their knowledge. This quiz-style game reveals the funniest little facts and brings up memories everyone forgot existed.
Minimum Players: 3+
How to Play:
- Prepare 15–20 questions about the bride (favourite food, first crush, secret habit).
- Each guest writes down their answers.
- The bride reveals the correct ones after each question.
- The person with the most correct answers wins a prize.
What You’ll Need:
- Printable quiz sheets or whiteboards
- Pens
- A list of fun, cheeky questions
Why It’s Fun:
A mix of memories, wild guesses, and tons of inside jokes.
5. Charades: Hen Edition
Imagine a group of hens acting out “Wedding night”, “Drunk bridesmaid”, or “Mother-in-law moment” … without speaking! Hilarious from the first round, this is a great game to get everyone on their feet and rolling with laughter.
Minimum Players: 4+
How to Play:
- Write down bridal/wedding-themed phrases on slips of paper.
- Split the group into two teams.
- A player picks a phrase and acts it out, no talking!
- The team guesses within 60 seconds.
- Alternate turns between teams. Keep score or just play for fun!
What You’ll Need:
- Slips of paper with phrases
- A timer or phone stopwatch
- Room to move around
Why It’s Fun:
It’s silly, creative, and breaks the ice better than any prosecco!
Hilarious & Funny Hen Party Games
6. Never Have I Ever
The perfect game to get everyone talking and laughing, especially after a glass (or two) of bubbly!
Minimum Players: 3
How to Play:
- Sit in a circle with your drinks.
- Each guest says, “Never have I ever…” followed by something cheeky.
- Anyone who has done it, takes a sip.
- Keep going until everyone’s slightly tipsy and totally bonded!
What You’ll Need:
- Drinks for each guest
- A brave bunch of girls
Why It’s Fun:
Reveals juicy stories and shared secrets. Always gets the giggles going, even with shy guests.
7. Pin the Willy on the Hunk
A cheeky spin on a childhood game, but way more fun and slightly naughty. Perfect after a couple of cocktails!
Minimum Players: 3
How to Play:
- Put up a poster of a hunky man on the wall.
- Blindfold one player and spin her around.
- She tries to “pin” the willy sticker on the right spot.
- Closest one wins the round!
What You’ll Need:
- Poster of a hunk
- Cut-out paper willies
- Blu Tack
- Blindfold
Why It’s Fun: Silly, playful, and causes uncontrollable laughter. A total hen party classic!
8. Sexy Bingo
This isn’t your granny’s bingo; this version gets cheeky fast and keeps the energy high all night long.
Minimum Players: 4
How to Play:
- Give each guest a sexy-themed bingo card.
- Squares include things like “Flirted with a stranger” or “Sang karaoke.”
- Mark off as you go during the night.
- First to complete a row or full card wins!
What You’ll Need:
- Printed sexy bingo cards
- Pens or markers
- Optional prize for the winner
Why It’s Fun:
Flirty, wild and perfect for mixing with a night out. Shy ones join in too!
9. Pass the Balloon (Thigh Version)
It’s awkward, competitive, and absolutely hilarious. This game always brings the house down with laughter.
Minimum Players: 6
How to Play:
- Divide the group into two teams.
- Line up each team side by side.
- Place a balloon between the thighs of the first player.
- They must pass it to the next player without using hands.
- First team to the end wins!
What You’ll Need:
- Balloons (at least 1 per round)
- Open space to play
Why It’s Fun:
Thighs, laughter, and balloons, need we say more? So fun to watch and play!
10. Lipstick Pictionary
Imagine drawing on someone’s face with lipstick… then guessing what it is. Pure chaos in the best way.
Minimum Players: 4
How to Play:
- Split into two teams.
- One player draws a bridal/wedding-related word on a teammate’s face, using lipstick only!
- The team guesses what it is before time’s up.
- Rotate artists every round.
What You’ll Need:
- A few lipsticks
- Timer (or phone)
- List of bridal-themed words
Why It’s Fun: Messy, glam, and full of laughs. Plus, it makes for hilarious photo memories.
Classy Hen Party Games
11. Memory Lane
A sweet, heartfelt game for those teary-eyed moments, this one’s all about looking back and showing the bride some love.
Minimum players: 4
How to play:
- Ask each guest to write down a special/funny/sentimental memory they share with the bride.
- Fold and place all notes in a jar.
- The bride picks one at a time and tries to guess who wrote it.
- Reveal the author after each guess!
What you’ll need:
- Small slips of paper or cards
- A pen for each guest
- A decorative jar or bowl
Why it’s fun:
It’s emotional, personal, and makes the bride feel truly cherished. A guaranteed memory-maker and tearjerker!
12. Advice for the Bride
Perfect for winding down with wine, this one creates a keepsake full of love, laughter, and cheeky wisdom.
Minimum players: 3
How to play:
- Hand each guest a card or piece of paper.
- Ask them to write their best (or funniest) marriage advice.
- Collect in a box or read aloud anonymously.
- Optional: Let the bride guess who wrote what.
What you’ll need:
- Notecards or advice cards
- A pen for each guest
- A small box, jar, or envelope to collect advice
Why it’s fun:
A mix of sweet and hilarious advice makes this game both touching and fun. Plus, it’s a lovely keepsake for the bride.
13. Hen Party Scavenger Hunt
Take the party out and about with cheeky challenges that bring big laughs and bold memories.
Minimum players: 4 (teams of 2+)
How to play:
- Create a list of fun dares and challenges (e.g., “get a selfie with a stranger”).
- Divide into teams and give each team a list.
- Set a time limit to complete as many as possible.
- Regroup and share the funniest moments!
What you’ll need:
- Printed challenge lists
- Phones for photo evidence
- A prize for the winning team
Why it’s fun:
It’s adventurous, full of laughs, and perfect for bonding during the hen weekend. Great ice-breaker, too!
14. DIY Flower Crown Contest
Add a creative twist with a calming and super Instagrammable craft session the bride will love.
Minimum players: 3
How to play:
- Set up a craft station with all the supplies.
- Each guest makes their own flower crown within a set time.
- The bride (or all guests) vote for the best one!
What you’ll need:
- Faux flowers or fresh blooms
- Floral wire and tape
- Scissors and ribbon
Why it’s fun:
It’s girly, pretty, and makes for the cutest photos. Also doubles as a lovely handmade keepsake!
15. Love Story Timeline
Test who remembers the couple’s story best, a sweet mix of romance and friendly competition.
Minimum players: 3
How to play:
- Prepare key moments from the bride and groom’s relationship (e.g., “first date,” “engaged”).
- Mix them up and give to guests.
- Guests put them in the correct chronological order.
- Bride confirms the correct sequence.
What you’ll need:
- Pre-written relationship milestones on cards
- A flat surface to arrange the timeline
Why it’s fun:
It brings everyone into the couple’s journey. Sweet, nostalgic, and always good for an “aww” moment.
Hen Party Games for a Night Out
16. Dare Card Challenge
This one’s for the bold hens! Perfect when you’re out at the pub and ready to stir things up with a little mischief.
Minimum players: 3+
How to Play:
- Prepare cards with dares in advance or use a mobile app.
- Shuffle and place them in a cute deck or envelope.
- One by one, each guest draws a card.
- She must either complete the dare… or face a funny forfeit.
What You’ll Need:
- Pre-written dare cards or a hen party dare app
- Pen and paper (if you’re making your own)
- A sense of adventure!
Why It’s Fun:
It brings out the wild side and keeps the energy high all night. Watch the shyest one shine!
17. Selfie Bingo
Out and about with phones in hand? This game adds a fun mission to your pub crawl or hen weekend stroll.
Minimum players: 2+
How to Play:
- Hand out bingo cards with selfie prompts (e.g., “with a stranger,” “in the loo,” “doing a shot”).
- First to complete a row (or the whole card) wins.
- Set a time limit to make it thrilling.
What You’ll Need:
- Printed or digital bingo cards
- Smartphones for photos
- Optional prizes for winners
Why It’s Fun:
Fun, spontaneous, and you’ll end the night with the best and funniest photo memories of the hen party.
18. Hen Party Pub Quiz
Great for a pub setting with cocktails flowing. Keeps everyone laughing, guessing, and learning secrets about the bride!
Minimum players: 4+
How to Play:
- Create three quiz rounds: one about the bride, one about the couple, and one random/funny round.
- Use a host (maid of honour, maybe?) to read questions aloud.
- Teams write answers and tally scores at the end.
- Offer a silly prize for the winners.
What You’ll Need:
- Prepped questions
- Quiz sheets and pens
- Small prizes or cocktails for winning team
Why It’s Fun:
It’s cheeky, competitive, and guaranteed to bring lots of laughs, perfect before hitting the dance floor!
Games for a Hen Party in Hotel
19. Spa & Chill Trivia
Picture this: robes on, facemasks applied, candles lit, and a bit of wedding-themed trivia to keep things light and fun.
Minimum Players: 3
How to Play:
- Everyone gets comfy (robes and all!)
- Designate one person as quizmaster (or rotate turns)
- Ask wedding or bride-related trivia questions
- Keep score or just play for laughs
- Optional: Add prizes for correct answers or forfeits for wrong ones
What You’ll Need:
- Pre-written trivia cards (wedding, bride, or couple themed)
- Chill-out playlist or soft background music
- Candles or low lighting
- Facemasks or spa kits for the full vibe
Why It’s Fun:
Relaxing yet playful, perfect to bond and laugh while staying cozy and pampered in your hotel room.
20. Bridal Bingo
Want a simple game everyone can play with a drink in hand? Bridal Bingo brings the fun with a wedding twist.
Minimum Players: 2
How to Play:
- Give each guest a bingo card filled with bridal-themed words/phrases
- Read clues aloud or play throughout the night
- Players mark off matching squares
- First to complete a line (or full card) shout “Bride!” and wins
What You’ll Need:
- Bingo cards (customised with phrases like “veil,” “first dance,” “wedding cake”)
- Pens or markers
- Small prizes or forfeits
- Optional: Wine or snacks for added fun
Why It’s Fun:
It’s low effort, light-hearted and keeps everyone laughing, even better when played with bubbles and bridal banter.
21. Movie Drinking Game (Rom-Com Edition)
End the night with PJs, prosecco and a rom-com. This game turns your favourite chick flick into a hilarious drinking challenge.
Minimum Players: 2
How to Play:
- Choose a popular romantic comedy (bonus points if it’s bride-themed)
- Create a drinking list (e.g., “Take a sip when someone cries”)
- Play the movie and follow the drink rules throughout
- Optional: Assign different drinks for different rules
What You’ll Need:
- Rom-com of choice
- A TV or a laptop to watch
- Drinks (wine, cocktails, or mocktails)
- Printed or digital rule sheet
- Snacks and blankets for cosy vibes
Why It’s Fun:
Chilled, silly, and full of giggles, the perfect way to unwind with your girls before bed on your hen weekend.
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Conclusion
There you go, 21 hen party game ideas that are worth playing.
Whether you’re going classy, cheeky, or full-on competitive, there’s something for every group here.
Don’t forget to include a mix of games to suit everyone. Some guests might be up for dares, while others just want a sweet memory to share.
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