5 Evening Hens Party Ideas to Wrap Up the Perfect Day

In need of a little inspiration for low-key, yet unforgettable evening hens party ideas for the bride-to-be in 2024? Go above and beyond the standard dinner and drinks and add a little creative twist to the hens night! Satisfy your entire group and have them laughing with an arts and crafts class or foodie experience that serves to break the ice and celebrate the bride-to-be's uniqueness. These hens night ideas will keep the party going and have everyone talking about the celebration for years to come.

If your party has women of all ages and non-drinkers attending, coming up with epic hens party ideas requires a little creative thinking. There are hundreds of fantastic hidden gems tucked away in the back streets and unassuming suburbs of your city, and we're here to help you discover them! Whether you’re based in Perth or Sydney, you’re about to discover some awesome hens ideas to suit every bride-to-be. From cooking classes, paint and sip and cocktail making classes, organising the hen's party won’t seem as daunting as you once thought!

Ditch the restaurant and learn to cook your food together

Rather than booking dinner at a local restaurant, why not book a cooking class so you can spend the evening having fun in the kitchen together? Cooking classes are really popular for hens parties in 2024 because they bring everyone together without any awkward silences. As a team building activity (bridal team, that is!) you’ll make plenty more memories together while learning how to cook restaurant-worthy dishes. Support local chefs and you’ll learn loads of tips and tricks to build your confidence in your own kitchen. With cooking classes all over Australia, you might like to consider some of the various cuisines from around the world. 

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Forget the bars and learn to make your own cocktails

If the bride-to-be would prefer something a bit more exciting than sitting in a bar on her hens night, get her behind the counter and learn to shake, stir, and pour classic cocktails! With hundreds of cocktail classes in Australia to choose from, you have plenty of options for hosting an epic evening with the gang. 

Head down to Polly Bar, which is known as one of Melbourne’s first cocktail bars, and learn how to make cocktails with expert mixologists! Have fun learning how to make Polly Bar’s signature cocktails: an espresso martini, Aussie punch and a gimlet. Located in Fitzroy, you’ll have access to loads of bars to go to after the class too.

In Sydney, head over to York Street which is home to some of Sydney’s best hidden bars. You’ll find Stitch Bar hidden underground offering private cocktail making classes, one of the most popular hens party ideas in Sydney! Opt for the mystery box creation and you could learn to make your very own cocktail with some of the top mixologists in Sydney.

Get arty while you drink

Another fantastic hens party idea is to combine an arty activity with drinks! If you’re not sure how to round the night off before some of the party will need to exit, a paint and sip class will be just the right idea. Paint and wine classes are one of the most popular hens party activities in 2024 because it’s something everyone can take part in. 

In this relaxed class, it’s all about having fun while bringing out your inner creativity. Learn to paint a famous painting and sit back with a glass of wine on the other hand. If you have non-drinkers in the group, they'll feel comfortable as you’ll all be taking part in the same activity. 

Celebrate a down to earth bride with pottery classes

Head on down to an evening pottery class for hens parties and relish the mess! From a wheel throwing class to a clay hand building class or a cheeky clay and sip class, there are a bunch of pottery classes to choose from all around Australia. Not only will your group learn a new skill and maybe even pick up a fresh hobby but they'll leave the class with a personal keepsake that acts as a memento of your night out! 

Add some drinks and nibbles to the mix with clay and sip classes to get the party started. Pottery classes are a fun and unique way to start off the hens night. Being a low impact, beginner-friendly activity that most people can do, it's an inclusive way to start off the evening with mums and mother in laws in tow before the potentially wilder part of the evening kicks off. Whether you want to keep it low-key or start off a long night on the right note, a pottery class promises an entertaining time for all.

Get dolled up with a makeup class

Sometimes the best part of a night out is the part before the night out when you're getting ready with your girlfriends, enjoying some drinks and anticipating what's to come. Well why not add a professional twist to the pre-drinks portion of the evening with a private makeup class for you and your group? Learn the art of applying your makeup correctly and get dolled up to the nines before stepping out in style. This hens party idea is the best way to kill two birds with one stone, ensuring everyone is ready for the hens night and making it a bonding activity. 

Once the class is done, everyone will be equipped with the knowledge to look their best on the actual wedding day as well as being ready with a full face of professional makeup for the night ahead.

With plenty of options to choose from, do something a bit different and surprise everyone with epic hens party activities they'll keep in the memory bank for years to come.