HENS NIGHTS

HENS NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN

○ HENS PARTY      ○ GIRLS NIGHT      ○  BIRTHDAY PARTY      ○ LADIES NIGHT

Get yourselves to Melbourne and start this hens party in style. With men of all descriptions and moves that make you sigh, these boys aim to please you, and to tease you and to make you go wild! Ladies, grab your girls, get dressed up and pour the fizz because tonight is your night.

When you enter a city like Melbourne, you know you’re getting a good time. The nightlife is always set to wow with bars and clubs aplenty, waiting to take your order. It’s a metropolis for culture; if you’re a junkie for art and music, you need to check out the museums and galleries. Come on, girls, it’s a no brainer! It’s got the surroundings with more diversity than most.  With rolling green countryside, harbour and beach, as well as exciting, town-central bustle, Melbourne exudes style and sophistication. Often topping the list for the world’s most livable cities, it’s definitely a place to come and check out.

Picture this; you’re best friend has just called to say she’s engaged! Congratulations are in order- and so is a hens party. Exciting times. However, it’s fallen on your shoulders to organise the whole thing!  This is a big deal, and it can be incredibly daunting if you’re not the party organising kind. Where do you start? What do you do first? Don’t worry; Magic Men are here to help. With advice and support and the knowledge behind organising thousands of parties, we know precisely how to pull off a hens night that is sure to make her wild with excitement.

What is a hens party?

Contrary to popular belief, a hen, as in hens party, has no direct link to chickens or poultry.  It does, however, have something to do with birds in general. Rooted in old English, a hen was the term associated with the female of any species, which over time, also came to be associated with ladies. Women who gathered together for any reason were known as a group of hens.

Historically, hens parties as we know today didn’t exist. Pre-wedding gatherings did exist, though, and further back than you might think. The earliest known records are in ancient Greece, where both men and women would gather the night before the big day in preparation and celebration. For a bride, this was called Proaulia. As with most things, they’ve evolved over time and are now a more elaborate affair. However, it wasn’t until the 1970s a hens party became associated with weddings and not until relatively recently, it became the cheeky and often naughty event it is today.

The Checklist

Where to start with planning an event of this magnitude can be unnerving. There is so much to remember, so you’re likely to be feeling a little overwhelmed. Before you embark on planning the hen’s party, follow this checklist of the fundamentals. Try to make the most of this fabulous opportunity- see it as a rewarding challenge than a scary one.

Speak with the bride

Always speak to the bride before you plan anything. There may be things she’s totally opposed to or something she desperately wants to include. Knowing these could make all the difference. Traditionally the maid-of-honour will plan the entire event as a surprise for her best friend; however, in more recent times, some brides-to-be are keen to have more of a say or even plan the weekend herself- at least that way, it’s precisely what she wants. A new trend is also emerging, a STEN party. STEN is an amalgamation of the words stag and hen. This celebration includes both the stag and hen in a weekend with all their friends together at the same time.

Decide on a date

The ease of settling on a date will depend mainly on the group’s size and will need to take into account their other commitments, such as work and family. To begin with, ask the bride for some dates that she can do. Then give the group this selection that together you can narrow down. There will always be one weekend that stands out for availability above the others and usually, hens can shuffle workdays and childcare to attend.

Settle on a location

After you have spoken to the bride, you’ll soon gain an idea about her location ideals. It’s a possibility she may want to stay reasonably close to home and spend more time partying than travelling, but this won’t always be the case. She might want to make the most of this opportunity, and if the budget allows, go abroad to an entirely new scene.

Discuss the budget

The budget is the driver of the weekend. Knowing what the rest of the group can afford is crucial in settling on any ideas you may have.

Although you may be super excited and desperate to book, doing so before you know the budget is a wrong move. Once you know what you have available to spend, you can search for the best options around, such as accommodation and activities. You can also stretch the cents as far as possible to allow for special little extras. A much more popular idea than princes of the night is the Magic Men show.

Book accommodation

Arriving at the accommodation and getting yourself settled in and ready for wherever activities you’ve chosen is always exhilarating, so do take your time and find what’s perfect for you. Depending on the hen’s party you’re thinking of creating, the accommodation may or may not be significant. If you’re planning to be out and about for the most part, then you’re just looking for something clean and straightforward where you can lay your head after you’ve danced until you dropped; not spending too much of the budget. If, however, you’re thinking of glamping or spending more time in the accommodation for a game filled pyjama party, you could hire a house. It’s worth browsing and spending a little more time browsing to choose the best option for you.

Book the activities

Shop around when you’re looking at activities. Search to see all the options a location has. If you’re away for the whole weekend, you’ll have quite a lot of time to fill. There are vast options to choose from- there is the naughty such as strippers, topless waiters and strip clubs, to the nice, like cocktail making, spa treatments or vineyard tours.  Based on what the bride wants and what’s on offer, make sure it suits her. Look for deals and ways to make the weekend a little less stressful, such as hens packages that combine more than one aspect of the weekend.

Once these big things are all set, you can move on to the finer details and begin to make it all sparkle and shine for the bride to be.

Five ways to Survive a Hens Do

Let’s be honest; it’s not uncommon for a hens party to end in carnage! This is the time you can relinquish your usual responsibilities, let loose and go wild. Don’t be ashamed; it happens to the best of us. You’ve drunk a little too much, danced hard, you’re feet are killing you- you might even have beer fear! Follow these five simple steps to find a little light when you’ve partied hard.

Sleep well

For various reasons, you’re unlikely to get that much sleep during the weekend, so make sure you’re well-rested before it all kicks off. Get a nice early night beforehand so you wake up feeling fresh and can make the most of it all. Speaking of tired, once you arrive back home, you’re going to be utterly exhausted, so where you can, take the next day for yourself to recuperate and process what just happened!

Drink plenty of water

Water is the juice of life and you’re not going to make it far if you don’t stay hydrated.

Drink plenty before you head off, so you’re in the best possible state before the first alcoholic beverage touches your lips; make sure to schedule water in your night. You might not feel like a glass of H2O at the time, but you’ll be thankful you did when you don’t feel quite so queasy the next day.

Eat

A good hearty breakfast will start the day well with regular meals and snacks; it’s never a good idea to skip meals and when you’re setting out on the weekend like this. You’ll need all the calories you can. You’re sure to expend a lot of energy doing whatever your activity is or dancing until you can dance no more, as well as needing to line your stomach before, during and after sipping your way through all that champagne.

Pace yourself

As fun as it is all being together, especially if you haven’t seen each other for a long time, drinking yourself silly in the first hour isn’t a bright idea. Not only are you likely to make a fool of yourself mid-afternoon, but you’ll also end up missing out on a large part of the weekend once you’ve taken yourself to bed AND feel rubbish the next day. Take things slowly, or alternate an alcoholic drink with a glass of water to keep you going all night.

Make up some hens party survival bags

Aside from being super cute, especially when personalised to the hen crew, these little packs can also be a lifesaver during the night and the following morning. Depending on the activities you are embarking on, the content is likely to change slightly. In a general party survival bag, you could include some fail-safe things like; plasters, paracetamol, a bag of sweets, chewing gum and a reusable drinking straw.

Hens Party Packages in Melbourne

Hens party packages are the perfect way to WOW the girls and make it all the more stress-free for you. Our all-inclusive deals are ready-made. They’re also available to tailor to your needs, group, and budget with plenty of exciting and sometimes tantalising add ons and extras. If it’s hot bods you’re desperate to run your fingers down, you’re keen to watch moves to make you tingle- a night planned with Magic Men Melbourne will have you screaming in pleasure and whilst sighing in desire. Done are the days where people travel to the outdated princes of the night, come and indulge in a night at Magic Men.

Here is some more information about the packages Magic Men offer you:

Tickets to the show- As soon as the doors open, the fun begins. If you’re just itching to see the show, Magic Men ticket prices start at $50 and are your entry card to all the fun. If you’re keen for some mixing and mingling with the topless waiters, fabulous finger food and look forward to the sexy striptease that’ll make you whoop in delight, you’re going to have the time of your life. You’ll also receive complimentary champagne on arrival and indulge in the hot finger food buffet. With plenty of add ons, you can make this deal as wild as you like.

If this isn’t quite enough, The Hen Night Special Might be what ticks your boxes. With this package, you have all the fun of the show plus 3 hours of unlimited drinks and 3.5 hours of bottomless cocktails. Now we’re talking! What’s more, if you’re the hen, and you’re up for it,  you may be lucky enough to join in the show and be a part of the saucy striptease. Yes, please!

Now, the Limo and Show take this whole shebang to a whole new level. This package entitles you to all the advantages the show brings, BUT you’ll be travelling in ultimate style. It’s hot, it’s pink, it’s very long, and it’ll seat you and at least 9 of your fabulous friends. You’ll be picked up at around 5.30 and enjoy a 1-hour ride around town, complete with a bottle of champagne and a photo stop off before dropping you at the venue.

If you’re keen for a sit-down meal and then continue to the show, then the Dinner and Show package is just what you need. This glorious combination adds a tasty twist to the show package. Choose a one-course meal from the venue’s menu and take pleasure in a private space to enjoy your delicious dish before strolling over to claim your silver seats everything that goes with it.

The Party Bus and Show also makes transport to the venue sexy and will see you arrive envious style. With a built-in entertainment music system, you’ll cruise around town, getting the party started.

Hens Day Special takes care of your entertainment needs. With 3 hours of complimentary wines, beers and spirits, this package is a party before the party. You can make the most of cocktail making or life drawing class and you’ll have a personal topless waiter to serve you in with saucy sophistication.

Come on, girls, what are you waiting for- if your over the old princes of the night- come experience Magic Men! These tailor made packages designed for the perfect night out.

Looking for more hens party ideas?

If you’re still not sure what to choose, Melbourne is full of great hens party activities and hen’s party ideas. Here are some of our favourite hens party ideas Melbourne.

Hens Dinner Party

A dinner party is a timeless classic and is perfect as a launchpad into bigger and better things. Spice things up with a few drinks, or take everyone out somewhere exotic and start the hens party the right way. Magic Men Live offer a dinner and show package exactly for this reason! It’s the perfect blend of fun and food. We have a range of options available to make your own hens dinner party truly memorable. Learn more about it today.

Party It Up At Home

If a night at the club is not quite your bride-to-be’s style, why not bring the experience home? Magic Men’s male strippers can bring the magic to you, enchanting your night with a classic strip show experience in the comfort of your or your hens home. Just make your booking and a gorgeous hunk will turn up at your door with everything they need to get the party started. It’s the essential strip tease experience every hens party should have!

Take a Cruise on the Yarra

For a more creative Melbourne hens party, why not go for a boat ride? There are several great companies offering river cruises for hens parties. Plus you can’t go wrong with one of our hunks on board either! It’s the ultimate hens party package.