What Are the Best Hen Party Games to Play Before Your Unique Experiences Session?

Games break the ice, spark laughter and unite guest hens around the bride-to-be. Before your hen party recording studio session with CoverStar, warm up with these quick and fun activities to set the perfect tone.

Hen party games fuel excitement, encourage teamwork and create unforgettable memories; these 12 expertly curated challenges work as icebreakers, post-activity wind-downs or competitive highlights.

What Equipment Do You Need for Hen Party Games?

• Printed cards or slips with game instructions
• Pens and paper for quizzes and doodles
• Simple props: balloons, blindfolds, plastic cups
• Small prizes: novelty gifts or sweet treats
• Sound system for music-based games

How Do You Play “Musical Mannequins”?

Musical mannequins is known for its playful freeze moments.

1. Hens dance while music plays.
2. When the music stops, everyone must freeze.
3. Anyone who moves is out.
4. Continue until one hen remains.

Materials: upbeat playlist and speaker.

How Do You Play “Hen Party Quiz”?

A hen party quiz tests everyone’s knowledge of the bride-to-be.

1. Prepare 10 questions about her life and favourites.
2. Hens write answers on paper.
3. Reveal correct answers and award points.
4. Highest score wins.

Materials: quiz sheets, pens, small prize.

How Do You Play “Truth or Dare Jenga”?

Truth or Dare Jenga adds dares to a classic block game.

1. Label each block “Truth” or “Dare”.
2. Hens remove one block without toppling the tower.
3. They complete the challenge on the block.
4. Game ends when the tower collapses.

Materials: wooden Jenga set, marker.

How Do You Play “Bride and Groom Pictionary”?

Pictionary is perfect for creative teams.

1. Split into pairs; one draws, one guesses.
2. Use wedding-themed prompts (first kiss, wedding cake).
3. 60-second timer per round.
4. Correct guesses earn points; highest wins.

Materials: flipchart pad, markers, timer.

How Do You Play “Pass the Parcel – Hen Edition”?

Pass the Parcel brings surprises and laughter.

1. Wrap a gift in multiple layers.
2. Include a challenge between layers.
3. Pass parcel while music plays.
4. Music stops; holder unwraps and completes challenge.
5. Final unwrap reveals main prize.

Materials: music, parcel, challenge notes.

How Do You Play “Cocktail Mastermind”?

Cocktail Mastermind combines mixology with memory.

1. Select three cocktails and list ingredients.
2. Show list for 15 seconds.
3. Hens write ingredients from memory.
4. Closest answer wins a drink voucher.

Materials: printed lists, pens, voucher.

How Do You Play “Two Truths and a Lie”?

Two Truths and a Lie sparks conversation.

1. Each hen states three facts—two true, one false.
2. Others vote on the lie.
3. Correct voters earn points.

Materials: none.

How Do You Play “Balloon Pop Challenges”?

Balloon Pop Challenges add excitement.

1. Insert challenges into balloons before inflating.
2. Hens pop balloons on “Go!”
3. Complete challenge inside.
4. First to finish all wins.

Materials: balloons, challenge slips, pins.

How Do You Play “Hen Party Scavenger Hunt”?

A scavenger hunt turns the party into an adventure.

1. Create a list of ten tasks around the venue.
2. Split into teams; set 20-minute limit.
3. Capture evidence (photos or items).
4. Team with most wins.

Materials: printed lists, smartphones.

How Do You Play “Memory Lane”?

Memory Lane celebrates shared moments.

1. Pass a jar of sentence starters (“My best memory is…”).
2. Hens write slips and place in jar.
3. Read aloud; bride guesses authors.

Materials: jar, slips, pens.

How Do You Play “Lip Sync Battle”?

Lip Sync Battle creates hilarious performances.

1. Hens draw song titles from a hat.
2. Perform 30-second lip sync routine.
3. Judges score creativity, energy, accuracy.
4. Top score wins prize.

Materials: song list, speaker, props.

Summary: These 12 hen party games combine fun, friendly competition and memorable moments. Detailed rules, clear materials and expert tips ensure every activity runs smoothly. For complete planning, explore our Hen Party Bag Ideas and Exceptional Stag Do Experiences pages.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How many hens should play? Most games suit groups of 6–12, but you can adjust rules for smaller parties or larger gatherings of 15+.
• How long does each game take? Quick icebreakers like Musical Mannequins last 5–10 minutes. Longer challenges, such as the Scavenger Hunt, run 20–30 minutes.
• Which games suit post-studio celebrations? Relaxed activities like Memory Lane and Balloon Pop Challenges help guest hens unwind after a recording session.
• Where can I find more hen party planning tips? Visit our What Is a Hen Do? and Unique Experiences pages for inspiration.