Alcohol Free Hen Party Ideas

Alcohol Free Hen Party Ideas

Published on Jul 2, 2024

Alcohol-free hen parties, also known as sober hen dos, are the rising stars in the world of pre-wedding celebrations. Whether the hen is pregnant, tee-total or simply doesn’t like booze; our hen party experts have created the ultimate guide that will help you have an unforgettable hen weekend without alcohol.

What are the benefits of an alcohol free hen party?

There are a million reasons to ditch the drinks for your hen do. Here are just a few:

1. Save Big Bucks: Alcohol can seriously inflate the cost of a night out. By skipping the bar tab or switching to soft drinks/mocktails you can splurge on a fancy spa day, a luxurious getaway, or that killer activity whilst still having a memorable hen night out with the girls.
2. Sharper Memories: No more “What happened last night?” moments! A clear head means you’ll remember every giggle and inside joke long after the hen party’s over.
3. Embrace the Energy: Ditch the post-cocktail slump and enjoy a full day (or weekend!) of activities without feeling sluggish. The morning suddenly opens up with the opportunity for a sea swim, yoga session or anything your hen wants to do without having to worry about a hangover.
4. Inclusivity Rocks: Not everyone drinks and an alcohol-free hen do ensures everyone feels comfortable and included. Friends who are pregnant, on medication, religious or simply don’t drink will feel welcome without any pressure.
5. The Wellness Factor: Feeling fantastic on your wedding day is a priority! A sober hen do allows you to focus on your health and well-being before the big day.

Top alcohol free hen party ideas:

1. Pamper parties: Spoil yourselves with a spa day, facials, or mani-pedis. You can even arrange a mobile pamper day where beauticians come to you! The perfect way to make the most of a hen party house, save some money and still relax on the hen weekend.
2. Get Crafty: Sharpen your pencils and attend a life-drawing class. A hunky nude model will host the event whilst you all paint/draw every last muscle and crevace!
3. Embrace Nature: Go on a hike, have a picnic in the park, or try a spot of glamping under the stars. One of our top locations for hiking hens is Snowdonia.
4. Afternoon Tea: Indulge in some delicious cakes, pastries and sandwiches at a local tea room. Alternatively, if you’re looking for a naughtier hen party idea, our afternoon tease includes a butler in the buff to serve the cakes.
5. Channel Your Inner Foodie: Take a cooking class together or have an intimate dinner party. You could hire a private chef to cook up a storm, some hunky butlers to serve or if you’re looking for a daytime activity our Bake-Off challenge is super popular with sober hen parties!
6. Game Show: Design challenges based on the bride’s interests, award silly prizes, and get ready for laughs. Alternatively, hire a professional host who will create a bespoke experience and can either host it in a local pub or in the comfort of your own home.
7. Dance classes: Take a private dance class, like salsa or Bollywood, or attend a high-energy Zumba session and let loose together. Burn some calories and learn some signature moves to take onto the dance-floor on the hen night out.
8. Bubble Mayhen: Compete in a mixture of active hen party mini-games all while in a giant zorb! Games include queen of the ring, British bulldog and Bubble Football.
9. It’s a Knockout: You’ll need to work together against other hens and stags to earn points in classic it’s a knockout games! Side-splitting fun and caters to all levels of fitness!
10. Pottery making: After a successful throw-down, pottery making has become a popular activity for sober hen dos! Carve bespoke mugs, pots or anything you may desire.
11. Mocktail making class: Either arrange for everyone to make some alcohol-free cocktails or our mixologists can do a blend where some of the group have boozey drinks and others make a mocktail version.
12. Themed Shenanigans: Choose a theme like a murder mystery dinner, a roaring 20s night out with flapper dresses, or a superhero sleepover complete with costume contests.
13. Pool Party Paradise: Rent a house with a pool for a day of splashing, pool floats, and poolside games. Don’t forget the mocktails and poolside snacks!
14. Chocolate making hen party: everyone will make and decorate their very own giant chocolate button. You’ll then team up with the person next to you to make yummy fresh cream ganache and then pipe truffles into whatever shape you like.
15. Live Music: Enjoy an evening of live music at a local bar or concert venue. Catch your favorite band or discover a new artist, all without needing alcohol to have a good time
16. Escape room: An escape room is the perfect ice-breaker for your alcohol-free hen party. Team up and learn each other’s skills – or lack of!
17. Paddleboarding: What better way to spend the morning than on the water! Whether it’s your first time or you’re an expert, paddleboarding is a great way to have some fun or you can relax and take part in a paddle-yoga class!

10 No alcohol hen do games

Two Truths and a Lie (Hen Do Edition): Everyone writes down three statements about the hen- two truths and one outrageous lie. Take turns reading them aloud, and have the group guess the lie. Award points for the most believable lies and the funniest guesses.

Never Have I Ever (Hen Do Edition): This classic gets a twist! Phrases should be specific to the bride and her friends. Everyone who has done it takes a sip of their mocktail (or simply folds a finger). Hilarious stories and embarrassing revelations are guaranteed!

How Well Do You Know the Bride?: Create a quiz with questions about the bride’s life, childhood memories, and relationship with the groom. Award points for the most correct answers, and prepare to be surprised by some hidden gems!

Mr & Mrs: This classic is always a crowd-pleaser. Ask the bride’s partner questions about her beforehand, then quiz the bride on the answers. Hilarious mismatches and unexpected insights are sure to emerge.

Balloon Stomp: Tie a balloon to each player’s ankle. Divide into teams and have them race across the room, trying to pop each other’s balloons while keeping their own safe. Laughter and chaos guaranteed!

Giant Jenga with a Twist: Up the ante on classic Jenga by writing dares on each block. Whoever removes the block must complete the dare, adding a touch of excitement and silliness to the game.

Design a Wedding Dress: Divide into teams and use toilet paper, tape, balloons, and other household items to create the most outrageous (or elegant!) wedding dress for the bride. Prepare to be amazed by the ingenuity and creativity on display.

Silent Disco Dance Battle: Rent wireless headphones and create different channels with different music genres. The fun lies in seeing people dance wildly to seemingly random music, creating a truly unique party atmosphere.

Blindfolded Makeup Challenge: One person is blindfolded and attempts to apply makeup on another person based on verbal instructions. The results will be hilarious (and hopefully, not too disastrous!)

Most likely-to: Each take turns to say a most likely to line. For example, most likely to get arrested. Or, most likely to get back with their ex. Then do a quick countdown and everyone has to vote for the person that’s most likely to do it! Everyone who voted for the most popular outcome gets a point!

What are the main reasons behind a sober hen do?

Personal Preference: Maybe the bride-to-be just isn’t a big drinker!
Health and Wellness: Focusing on healthy habits leading up to the wedding is a great choice.
Religious or Cultural Beliefs: Many religions and cultures have restrictions on alcohol consumption.

How to avoid drinking whilst on a hen party

It’s totally okay to choose not to drink while everyone else is. Here are some tips to avoiding drinking alcohol whilst on a hen party:

Be Upfront: Let everyone know beforehand that you’ll be going alcohol-free. You can say your reasons or keep it to yourself, what you choose is your decision and be clear that it will not affect their weekend.

Bring Your Own Drinks: Pack some delicious mocktails or sparkling waters to get in the mood. Just because you’re avoiding drinking on the hen party, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t indulge in some tasty beverages.

Matching glasses/flasks: Trying to keep your soberness a secret? Perhaps you’ve just found out you’re pregnant or simply do not want to cause a rumble. Purchase some matching coloured glasses (not see-through) or flasks that the hens can all drink out of during the weekend. Everyone will love having matching cups and then you can switch your booze for softs without anyone noticing. Give the chief bridesmaid a heads-up and ask bartenders to use the cups you brought with you.

Plan Activities: A packed schedule keeps everyone focused on the fun, not the drinks.

Embrace “No Thank You”: There’s no shame in politely declining a drink. A simple “No thanks, I’m good!” is all you need.

Find Your Tribe: Stick with friends who are supportive of your choice. There will always be others that will either be low or no alcohol too and they’ll support you during the weekend.

Remember, the most important thing is to celebrate the bride-to-be in a way that reflects her personality and interests. Tailor the activities to her passions, be it dancing the night away at a club with mocktails, having a karaoke showdown, or curling up for a movie marathon with her favourite snacks. An alcohol-free hen do is a chance to create a truly special celebration for the bride-to-be that no one will forget (because of the lack of sore heads). Get creative, have fun, and raise a non-alcoholic glass to a fabulous sober hen do!