12 Epic Hens Night Ideas in Melbourne, VIC, Australia (2024)

In search of hen night ideas and based in Melbourne? We’ve got 12 epic hen night ideas in Melbourne that will ensure the night is a memorable one, especially for the most important participant: the bride-to-be herself!

We share ideas from some of the most exciting public venues in Melbourne, as well as a few hidden gem spaces courtesy of Peerspace. Peerspace is the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals and makes it easy to discover and hire special venues in cities across the globe. And as you’ll soon see, Melbourne’s selection is second to none!

1. Use Peerspace to book the ideal event venue for your hen night

As the internet’s largest marketplace for all types of short-term rentals, Peerspace is the most useful tool to help you find the ideal venue for a hen night in Melbourne that you’re planning yourself (perfect for many of the ideas on this list!).

Peerspaces are listed by locals who invite you to celebrate all your special moments in their unique spaces. You can even reach out to your venue’s helpful host if you have any questions or requests.

You’ll find all kinds of venues, from this versatile event space with lots of natural light in Malvern, to this well-lit, spacious studio in Collingwood.

2. Host your hen night at Maison Burlesque

Melbourne’s own Maison Burlesque offers several hen night packages that make it the ideal destination for fans of burlesque. It’s also great for those looking to dabble in a potential new hobby. They have more than a decade of experience hosting burlesque-themed events. Options include burlesque workshops, catered events, and/or more standard burlesque show tickets.

3. Make it a night full of pampering with a trip to the spa

Visit one of the city’s many world-class spas as one of our favorite hen night ideas in Melbourne. After all, it’s more rejuvenating and less exhausting than the usual wild night out. Some of the top-rated spas in Melbourne include Sensu Spa, Relax Day Spa, and Relinque. But if you’re not exactly sure where to begin, Time Out’s list of Melbourne’s best spas is a great place to start.

Our luxe spa party ideas guide is chock full of useful information if you want to throw a memorable spa party during the hen night!

4. Set sail with your girls on a dinner cruise

Looking to enjoy a dinner cruise with your favorite ladies? There are tons of options throughout the city, but Melbourne Boat Hire is a great example, offering all-inclusive hens party boat cruise packages for up to 35 guests. These cruises offer wine and champagne, plenty of delicious food, and your favorite tunes on the onboard sound system. It’s all overseen by an experienced captain and with fantastic views of the city while you float down the Yarra River.

5. Sing your heart out during a fun karaoke night

A night of karaoke at Yum Sing House, KBOX Karaoke, or pretty much any of the options on this list of the city’s best karaoke bars is one of our favorite hen night ideas in Melbourne. There’s a reason this is a classic. Nothing gets you out of your shell and ready to have a great time more than a few rounds of karaoke (not to mention some delicious food and drink, which are definite essentials for nights like these).

6. Head to a comedy club for some serious laughs

If the bride-to-be is a big fan of live comedy or simply loves to laugh, visiting a comedy club is an unbeatable hen night idea in Melbourne. Some of the best comedy clubs in the city include Comedy Republic and the Comic’s Lounge, but here are even more comedy club recommendations if you’d like to consider all your options before you decide. Whichever destination you choose, it’s hard to go wrong with a hen night centered entirely around laughter!

7. Have even more laughs by taking a pole dancing class

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to pole dance, a 1.5-hour pole dance party at Pole Divas is a fun and invigorating way to start your hen night! You’ll be given complimentary beverages and then you’ll learn how to put together your own pole dancing routine courtesy of one of their professional instructors.

8. Hire a private chef and throw a dinner party

Is the bride-to-be a foodie (or simply loves to eat delicious food)? Then this is a wonderful way to start your hens night – with a great meal prepared by a talented chef. If you’d rather not host in your own home, consider hosting it in a rental venue that comes with its own functioning kitchen.

For instance, we love this warehouse studio apartment with a large private roof deck in Prahran. In addition to the full kitchen, this studio also has soaring ceilings, industrial chic concrete floors, and stunning views from the balcony and the rooftop deck. What better setting to enjoy a mouthwatering dinner?

9. Up your own kitchen skills and enjoy a cooking class

Perhaps instead of having all the food prepared for her, the bride-to-be would have more fun making the food herself and honing her skills as a chef in the process. If that’s the case, a hen night cooking class (such as those offered by Otao Kitchen cooking school) could be the perfect activity.

Check out these 7 great function venues in Melbourne ideal for any event you might be planning!

10. Winery and wine-tasting tour in the nearby Yarra Valley

The Yarra Valley region is known for producing fantastic wine. Considering it’s only an hour’s drive from Melbourne, visiting some Yarra Valley wineries is a top-notch choice for oenophiles (wine lovers, that is!) in search of a fun way to celebrate their impending nuptials with friends. Kangaroo Hopping Tours, for instance, offers hens day packages with not just visits to wineries and wine tastings, but also multi-course lunches, chocolate visits/tastings, and more.

Want to make it a more personalized event? Then consider booking this spacious and stunning venue on beautiful grounds in Plumpton. It’s a winery that offers you personalized packages with tasty wine, scrummy catering, and amazing views all part of the experience!

11. Add a creative element by hosting a paint and sip hen night

If you and your friends love to sip wine together but would rather do it in the comfort of your own home (or someone else’s), hosting your own paint-and-sip night is an easy, fun, and affordable option for a hen night. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started! And if you’d rather not host it at home, then consider renting a Peerspace like this wine and cocktail bar in Windsor.

12. Spooky ghost tour hens night

Those with a fascination for the paranormal – and the downright spooky – will adore this unique hen night idea in Melbourne. Take one of the city’s many ghost tours! Courtesy of Time Out, here are a few of Melbourne’s top options when it comes to ghost tours. Favorites include Lantern Ghost Tours’ Altona Homestead Ghost Tour and Drinking History Tours’ Hidden Bars and Creepy Tales Tour, among many others.

Hen night ideas in Melbourne: conclusion

Melbourne has something for everyone. From luxurious spa days to thrilling ghost tour adventures, there’s something for everyone. So gather your closest friends, put on your silliest matching hen night accessories, and get ready for an unforgettable hen night in Melbourne!

We hope that you are more excited than ever for the hen night you’re planning! All you need is your favorite options from this list and the perfect party venue rental through Peerspace to throw a hen night the bride-to-be will always remember.

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