12 Epic Hens Night Ideas in Sydney, NSW, Australia

There’s a mind-boggling array of things to do in Sydney, but don’t get too overwhelmed. To help you choose and get started, we’ve selected 12 of the absolute best hens night ideas in Sydney. Just keep reading for the inside scoop!

1. Book a venue on Peerspace

There’s no denying that choosing the right venue can make or break a hens night (or any event, really!). Therefore, we recommend that you use Peerspace to find the ideal venue, especially if you’re planning an event of your own.

As the largest online marketplace for venue rentals by the hour, Peerspace can save you tons of time and energy. The platform quickly and easily connects you with the best and most affordable spaces in Sydney. This light-filled, architect-designed Mediterranean home in Rose Bay is an excellent example of what we’re talking about. It even has a pool!

2. Send out invitations in advance

Invitations are the most important way to set expectations for your party, so they’re a big part of the early planning process. You’ll find lots of variety and options that fit your aesthetic on Etsy, like these lovely rainbow invitations that are super easy to edit and print yourself (we love instant gratification!).

If you’d prefer the ease and convenience of a digital invitation, there are plenty of those, too. Here’s a pretty pink one that we love as an example. Either way, the sooner you send your invites, the sooner your guests can start preparing for whatever hens night idea in Sydney you’ve cooked up!

3. Dance class

Hire a dance instructor to teach you and your friends some new dance moves in your dance style of choice. If you need a private space where you can host this hens night idea in Sydney, this dance and fitness studio and boutique gym in Glebe would be the perfect choice. It has full-length mirrors, beautiful wooden flooring, and a high-quality speaker system as well as kitchen facilities and a gym with specialized equipment.

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4. Scavenger hunt

One of our favorite hens night ideas in Sydney has to be a classic scavenger hunt like those hosted by Hens Treasure Hunt. They describe it as “an ideal way to get guests mingling, show newcomers the city and share some cheeky time with your bride” – and we wholeheartedly agree! You can choose between the Rocks neighborhood (full of history) and Kings Cross (more of a nightlife district), depending on the preferences of the bride-to-be.

5. Movie night

Rent a Peerspace that comes with a projector and have a movie night where you show all of the bride-to-be’s favorite films! This is a great option for groups that would rather celebrate more privately, preferring a night into a night out.

This luxury urban oasis in Mascot is a great example of what Peerspace has to offer. It boasts “beautiful resort-style interiors and a relaxing outdoor entertaining area with double bifold doors creating a continuous flow from inside to outside.” It also comes with an open-plan living/dining arrangement as well as a contemporary kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. It’s no wonder it’s so well-reviewed–it’s tough to imagine a better location for a truly luxurious and elevated movie night experience.

6. Have a photoshoot night together

Is there nothing you and your friends love more than dressing up, doing your hair and makeup (or better yet, having it done professionally!), and having your photos taken together? Then rent a photo studio for a few hours and hire a makeup artist and a professional photographer for a glamorous night that makes you all feel like models.

This light and airy photo studio in Darlinghurst comes with a side dressing room for wardrobe changes and hair/makeup. It would be a great choice for this style of hens night, but if you’re looking for something a bit different, there are lots of choices out there when it comes to Sydney-based photo studios on Peerspace.

7. Escape room

Love puzzles and the thrill of overcoming a challenge? Collaborate with your besties and work together to find your way out of an escape room. Sydney provides plenty of great escape room options, but the top-rated one (with a five-star rating along with more than 2.7K reviews on Google!) is Next Level Escape. Reviewers comment that the puzzles are a ton of fun and provide great opportunities for group collaboration, and also say that the hosts/guides who work there are welcoming and entertaining.

8. Attend a drag show

There are tons of opportunities to enjoy the art of drag throughout Sydney! It’s impossible for us to recommend just one drag show, so instead, browse Time Out’s wide-ranging list of options, “from dinner and a show to bingo” (and much more!).

9. Private pottery classes

For a bride-to-be with a creative streak, a private pottery class is one of our favorite hens night ideas in Sydney. If you’re looking to get a little wilder at some point in the night, then starting things off with a pottery class is a great way to ease into things. At Clay Sydney, their hens night private classes can accommodate groups of 8 to 40 people, making them a versatile option that also happens to be BYO!

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10. Go on a food tour of Sydney

Whether you’re drawn to a wine and cheese tasting tour or you’d prefer a tour of the diverse cuisine of Sydney’s Chinatown, there’s something here for every food lover.

11. Rent a limo for the evening

Whatever activities you end up deciding on for your hens night, renting a limo to ferry you and your friends from place to place is going to take your evening up a notch luxury-wise. It also provides a practical and reliable way to get around. Contact a limo rental company like Sydney Limo for a specific hens night package and options including standard stretch limos and even stretch Hummers.

12. Go for a hike

Maybe, after all this, a hens day sounds better than a hens night. For brides that love hiking and the great outdoors, it’s hard to beat a hike as a way to bond with friends and loved ones and a source of mood-lifting endorphins before the big day. Sydney is blessed with lots of hikes in and around the city. As a start, check out this list of 20 scenic hikes in the region.

Find unique hens night venues in Sydney on Peerspace