To all the lucky ladies that got engaged over the break a big congratulations to you all. And of course a big congratulations to all you lucky chicks who’ve been chosen to be maid’s of honour and bridesmaids! Don’t worry it may seen scary now thinking of all the planning that needs to be done. Don’t stress though we’re here to help with all things hen party! We have all the best 2018 Hen Party Locations and packages to ensure your hen will be one to remember!

Carrick on Shannon

Carrick on Shannon  has always been a popular choice for hen parties and that doesn’t look like it’s going to change in 2018. The hen capital of Ireland Carrick on Shannon has some of the best activities, restaurant options and nightlife out there. One of the best things about Carrick on Shannon is how hen friendly it really is! Pretty much everywhere in this gorgeous town welcome hen’s with open arms!

Carlingford

Carlingford is a location that really burst onto the scene in 2017 and it’s not disappearing this year! It’s easy to see why people love Carlingford so much. The town is simply stunning and the accommodation, activity and restaurant choices are second to none! On top of that the nightlife there is cracking too. Carlingford really is a top spot for a 2018 hen party and our packages are just €99pp!

Ennis

Ennis is one of our newest hen party packages for 2018! Clare has always been considered a popular spot for a night out so it’s no surprise that Ennis has become a go to for hen parties. Ennis is along the Wild Atlantic Way making it a big attraction for tourists and hen parties. Of course it has all the favourite hen party activities as well including dance classes, cocktail making classes and so much more!

Cork

One of our favourite city hen party locations is the beautiful Cork! Cork has always been a loved location for hen parties but it has really come into it’s own in the last few years. Cork’s nightlife scene is absolutely brilliant with so many new cocktail bars, nightclubs and late night venues on offer! As well as all that Cork boasts so many amazing hen party activities including the growing in popularity Escape Rooms and Jail Break as well as the classics like Paint a Nude and Pole Dancing!

Waterford

The stunning Waterford is a hen party location very close to our hearts. Only the second city to make it onto our 2018 Hen Party Locations list, Waterford is simply stunning. A small city in the sunny south east, Waterford has everything the larger cities like Cork, Dublin and Limerick would have just with the feel of a town! This hen party destination has everything to make sure the bride’s last weekend of freedom is one she’ll never forget!

Of course we have so many more hen party destinations on offer but we wanted to narrow it down to a few of our faves!

Let us know what hen party locations you love or where you’ve been chicks! We love a good hen party story!

Plus we have amazing packages in all the locations above including accommodation, activity, meal pub and club for just €99pp! So why not drop us an line now for more details on all our 2018 Hen Party Locations. You won’t be disappointed!

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We can’t hide it chicks, Winter is definitely one of our favourite times of year! From all the comfy knits to the Christmas celebrations what’s not to love about this time of year! So if you’ve decided to have your hen party soon here are just a few of the Winter hen party ideas that we love!

Cocktails

We know cocktails are normally associated with the Summer but there are so many Winter Cocktails that you just have to incorporate into your Winter Hen Party! From the classic Mulled Wine to a yummy old fashioned and loads more. There is a winter cocktail to suit ever bride to be and her hens. And if you fancy learning how to make these delicious cocktails yourself why not take a cocktail making class, available on all our packages nationwide!

Black and Sparkles

If you are having a winter hen party why not create a winter colour scheme for all the chicks to stick to? Let the bride to be wear sparkles and the rest of the group black or something along those lines. This way the bride to be will stand out from the crowd! We just love this idea!

Fairy Lights and Decorations

We just LOVE all the decorations around the place during Winter. They just make everything that little more cheery. Whether their Halloween decorations or Christmas ones we love them all! So if you are having a self catering hen make sure to have some decorations around the place just to set the mood. And even if you are not having a self catering hen party you can still decorate the bride’s hotel room for the night. A sweet little idea but one she’ll really appreciate and definitely love!

Yummy Food!

Let’s face it the food in winter is definitely at its best! Incorporate some traditional Winter food as part of the hen party. Think cinnamon and you can’t go wrong chicks!

So if you’re having a Winter Hen Party let us know your plans we’d love to hear them!

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One of our favourite things about the summer has to be summer hen parties! In summer everyone is in great form, the sun is (sometimes) shinning and the wedding and hen party season is in full swing. What we love about summer hen parties most has to be the choice the group has. From all the amazing activities available to the choice of going camping or to a festival!

Garden Hen Parties

If you want something classy yet simple for the summer you can’t go wrong with a garden hen party. Held in one of the bridesmaids or brides houses a garden hen party is the perfect way to soak up the sunshine on the big day. If the weather is good a BBQ or afternoon tea outside is perfect. On top of all the fab food and drink a garden is the perfect place to play all your hen party games. We especially love a garden hen party if the hen is a full weekend. That way you get the chilled out vibes of a garden party along with the madness of a night on the town with all your chicks!

Cocktails

What’s a summer hen party without some cocktails. Belini’s, Sex on the beach, mojito’s and margaritas are all definite winners for a summer hen. If you fancy incorporating the cocktails into your activity a cocktail making class could be perfect for all the group. There are also loads of activities apart from cocktail making that you can drink along the way like Paint a Nude and one of our favourites Build A Willy.

Festivals

Summer is the season of festivals so it’s no surprise that summer festival hens are quickly becoming a thing! With everything from Indiependence in Cork to Sea Sessions in Donegal and everything else in between. A festival hen party is perfect for a bride to be that loves music and those festival vibes. Definitely not for everyone but we certainly love it! Get all the girls in their flower crowns and best boho look and make sure the bride to be is the only one wearing white. Temporary tattoos are a fab addition to a festival hen party as well!

No matter what you have planned for the hen party be sure to soak up everything it has to offer because it will e all over before you know it. Here’s hoping you all get the sunshine! If you have any more ideas for a summer hen be sure to let us know events@henpartycentral.ie. We love hearing all about your experiences chicks.

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With Mother’s Day this weekend we couldn’t help but think should your mother come on the hen? This has been a question on many brides minds for a long long time and to be honest the answer hasn’t really changed all that much. Simply put if you want her there then she should be there, this decision is 100% up to the bride to be!

Whether you get on great with your mother or if she gets on your nerves asking her to the hen party is a big deal! Sometimes it can determine how the hen party will go, what activity you will do, whether you’ll end up in a nightclub, whether there’ll be a stripper, the list goes on. So you really need to consider all these things before asking her. It’s as much for your enjoyment as it is for hers. She definitely won’t like sitting in the corner like a prune while everyone else is having fun!

What activities can you do?

There are so many activities out there that are so much fun and will keep the bride to be and her mother (and maybe mother in law) happy! One activity we just love to kick off the hen party is Afternoon Tea. Afternoon Tea is classy, fun and more importantly super tasty! Or if your mam doesn’t mind a little bit of cheekiness why not do a Paint a Nude class or Build a Willy. They won’t require any major effort but all the group will definitely love them!

It Could Make the Day Really Special

Having your mother on your hen party with you can be a really special experience. She was more than likely your first female influence and one of the people that you value most in the world. Sharing your last big weekend as a single woman is a big deal so your mam will more then likely be delighted to be included in that!

Invite Someone Else Her Age Too

Just to make sure that your mother doesn’t feel like the oldie among all the spring chicks invite someone else the same age to come too. Whether it’s an aunt, your mother in law or a cousin. Someone that your mam knows well enough to hold a conversation with is always a good idea.

Of course there are some drawbacks to having your mam come on your hen party. It’s possible you may not feel like you can relax and unwind as much as you should on your big weekend. If this is how you think you will feel then it’s probably best not to invite her. Having your mam on your hen though can make the night even more memorable!

If you want to make the best of both worlds why not have a mini hen party before or after the real one for the more mature group. That way you can invite your mother, mother in law and any other aunts, cousins or friends you like. Again think something classy and elegant!

Let us know what you think about having your mother at your hen party chicks email events@henpartycentral.ie

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The hen party is all about making the bride to be feel as special as possible. Let’s face it if the bride is happy everyone else is too. So to help you out with all your hen party planning we’ve come up with 5 Nice Ideas to Surprise the Bride to Be on the Hen Party. They’re guaranteed to make her laugh and cry all at once…winning combo if you ask us!  Check out our ideas below…

Daddy’s Girl

If the bride to be has a very soft spot for her dad then our Daddy’s Girl idea is the perfect way to surprise her. Ask her dad to write a short letter to his little girl explaining why he loves her and wishing her well in her upcoming marriage. Give it to the bride to be at the hen party dinner or on the way to the hen. Or if you’d prefer ask her dad to record a video message. Both will have the same effect…a sobbing (with happiness we must add) bride to be! Just make sure you get her reading or watching the message on video so she can watch it back later!

Date Night Jar

Why not surprise the bride to be with a Date Night Jar. Ask all the girls to write their ideas for a date night for the happy couple on a piece of card or paper. Once everyone has one written pop them into a decorated glass jar and present it to the bride to be on the hen party. Guaranteed her and her fiancee will never run out of a date night idea again. Be as creative as you like just make sure that it’s realistic too!

A Year of Firsts

Another brilliant way to surprise the bride to be on the hen party is with our Year of Firsts Idea. A Year of Firsts involves the lovely couple celebrating each big moment in their first year of marriage. Fill a basket with bottles of wine with handwritten tags explaining when to open each bottle. These moments could include their first fight as a married couple, their first weekend away, their first date night,anything you can think of really works. To top it all off have one bottle of champagne with the tag ‘On Your First Anniversary’. *Someone get the tissues, we’ve got crier on our hands*

Memory Box

If the bride to be is sentimental then there is nothing better then a memory box for her hen party! Get a large decorated shoe box and fill it with memories of all the good times you’ve spent together. Pictures, tickets, jewellery literally anything that brings back a good memory! Or why not create a memory box after the hen party fill it with pics of the group, receipts for shots at the bar, a momento of the activity, the restaurant menu. Again anything you can think of that will fit and will bring back the fabulous memories you’ve shared together! LOVE IT!

A Kiss Frame

A Kiss Frame is another fab way to surprise the bride to be on the hen party. Get all the girls going on the hen party to kiss a sheet of card with lipstick to leave their mark. All the chicks must then sign underneath their lip print to let the bride know which is which. Frame the card and write a short message on the back of the frame and present it to the bride to be on the big night!

These 5 nice ideas to surprise the bride to be on hen party are just a few of our favourites, there are so many more out there that are perfect for every bride to be… Just check out all our nice ideas over in our inspiration section now!

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Planning a hen party chicks? Want something out of the ordinary and completely unique? No problem, here are 5 Unique Activities for Your Hen Party! Unique Activities are a must for a unique bride to be, if she likes things a little different it makes sense that she would like her hen party activity to be the same! Hen Party Activities are so important to get right so it is crucial that you really think about what the bride would love to do before you organise anything!

Ann Summers Party

Ann Summers is an Irish based company that specialises is playful lingerie, sex toys and fancy dress. An Ann Summers Party brings all the group together with a Ann Summers representative that shows all of the products to the group. This activity is so unique and definitely one that all the chicks will love. If the bride to be as a cheeky side as well this activity is so great! This is also a great way to get a shy bride out of her shell and in full hen party swing!

Hula Hoop Class

Trying to think of something completely unique, well then why not go for a Hula Hoop Class for the hen party! A Hula Hoop Class is so much fun and will definitely bring back a few amazing memories from your younger years. Best thing about this class is that there is absolutely no experience necessary and it is perfect for all ages! A Hula Hoop Class is definitely something that the group won’t see coming so you’ll get the added bonus of the surprise factor…winning!

Twister

When we think of Twister we think of hanging out with friends and family and just having a laugh, so it makes sense that Twister also makes an amazing activity for a hen party! Twister for your hen party can be held in a private bar area, Twister + Alcohol = so much fun! Playing Twister for your hen party allows all the chicks to get to know each other in a really fun laid back way, kicking off the night in style!

Build A Willy

We’ve mentioned Build a Willy a few times before when talking about hen party activities so it’s no surprise that we had to include it in our list of 5 Unique Activities for Your Hen Party! Build A Willy is so brilliant. Not only is it a great way to kick off the night but it is absolutely hilarious, a definite winner when it comes to hen party activities!

Clubbercise

If the bride to be loves dance then you can’t go wrong with Clubbercise for her hen party. More than a dance class Clubbercise is will work off those extra carbs you’re sure to gain on the hen weekend 😉 Clubbercise is definitely unique and a great way get all the girls up on their feet and learning a few moves before you hit the club that night!

If you are planning a hen party ladies check out our activity section of our site for all these unique activities and so much more! Email us now events@henpartycentral.ie

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Some chicks really have the fear when it comes to planning a hen party. Instead of thinking about how amazing and wonderful it could be they think of everything that could go wrong. One of the most important factors to get right when planning the hen is location! Here are our top Locations for your 2017 Hen Party!

Carlingford

Carlingford is proving a very popular spot for 2017 hen parties! A coastal town in Louth, Carlingford is packed with history, an amazing nightlife and brilliant activities ensuring the hen party is a success! Carlingford is so close to Dublin too making it really accessible no matter where you’re coming from! Carlingford is still one of the newer hot spots for a hen party in Ireland so it’s a great way to go for something a little different while guaranteeing a great weekend! Check out Taaffes Castle for one of the best cocktail making classes around!

Carrick on Shannon

Carrick on Shannon is the hen capital of Ireland, it is absolutely bustling and perfect for a group looking to run into a few stag groups as well! One of the best things about Carrick on Shannon is that it is super hen friendly, making it a great place for the bride to be’s last weekend as a single woman. Carrick on Shannon is the home of one of the best pub around Dunnes Bar! The crack is always mighty, you chicks will LOVE it!

Waterford

Waterford is always popular for hen parties, not only is it a bustling city with a brilliant nightlife, it is also packed full of activities perfect for a hen party! It’s known as well for its amazing food, from tapas to Asian and everything in between. What chick doesn’t love food eh? Waterford is definitely one for a group looking for a city hen party without having long travel times between destinations while they’re there, nearly everything is in walking distance…ideal! Check out Waterford Castle’s amazing dinner menus, fantastic food in a castle, what could be better!

Galway

Who doesn’t love Galway! Besides from being one of the most beautiful counties in the country it is also one of the top locations for a 2017 hen party! Shop street is where you’ll find most of the hot spots of the city, including some great bars like Coyotes! Why not try a Gin Tea party in Buskar Brownes!

We have all these locations available chicks for just €99pp! Email us now events@henpartycentral.ie

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Ok chicks let’s be honest. These girls will be your rocks, right hand women, a shoulder to cry on and some that will get you home safe the night of your hen party after one to many cocktails. Not only will they be your crew on the hen party but they’ll also be your bridesmaids.

There’s no real formula for the perfect group of friends, the ideal hen party group or even bridal party but I’m sure your friends, even as disfunctional as they can be at times will be the 5 types of bridesmaids you’ll need.

Planner Chick

I don’t even need to write that much and you already know which one of your friends is the ultimate planner. She’s that girl that you have actually said she should have her own event planning company. She’ll be your go to girl for organising an unforgettable hen party weekend, be able to advise you on selecting items for the wedding and she’ll make sure everything that is involved in getting married goes off with a hitch.

This friend is often seen with a bluetooth device in her ear and holding a clip board that also has a phone on it. She’s on par with Monica from friends but we love her because she has your best interests at heart.

Funny Chick

Oh the funny chick will be needed. She’s that girl who will accidentally or purposely get you back in the room, calm you down or cool your mini-meltdown. She knows how to break a tense atmosphere with a joke, funny story or even just have a brain fart that gets everyone in the party laughing. I know you’ve been saying you won’t get worked up on the big day, but you will and the funny chick will be there to seemingly melt those worries away.

The Party Chick

You can always count on this one to get the party started and be the one who’s still partying as the sun comes up. You already know which of your friends falls under this category. Regardless if you are on the hen party night, the wedding night or just a regular Saturday night she’ll be the first on the dancefloor and will have you all out there shortly afterwards. The party chick is also the girl to quiz about songs for a hen party playlist and a wedding playlist. This girl always seems to have a bottle of prosecco in hand, in case you run out of some bubbly.

The Social Chick

This girl will take more photos on her phone over the course of the hen party weekend and wedding day that she should really be a professional photographer. She’ll be posting pictures of the hen party weekend and big day on Facebook and Instagram that will actually feel more like she’s giving live updates of the day. However, she’ll probably have more intimate moments on her camera that you’ll love. And even though you might get a bit annoyed when she’s asking to take pictures again you’ll be delighted to have a someone documenting the entire day. She will do this expression frequently but at least she knows what Instagram filters you love.

The Chill Chick

If this girl was anymore laid back she’d be asleep. She doesn’t care much for what dress she’s wearing and if this goes with that. She’ll do whatever is needed on the big day and for the hen party weekend. She won’t complain about anything and doesn’t do drama. She is actually the voice of reason. Having her around relaxes you and makes sure you have an unforgettable wedding and hen party that’s drama free.

So do you know which of your girlfriends will be the 5 types of bridesmaids you’ll need?

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Be honest we all day dream from time to time. At this moment in time in Ireland, any glimpse of the sun makes us slip into a trance of thinking about an actual warm sunny day in this country. It’s been cold, wet and miserable for far to long.

The same can be said for when you either start planning or book your Hen party. You start to day dream of how it will all go, who will be there, what you’ll do and so on. So this go me thinking, if money was no issue and we lived in the land of the make-believe. What would the Dream Hen Party look like for you?

I’m thinking that the dream hen party involves picking one of the world’s top party destinations, brilliant travel arrangements, high end accommodation, a list of A-list celeb friends, a celeb line up you’d like to bump into and of course who your celebrity stripper.

The Hen Party Group

Trying to decide who is going to come on a hen party can be tricky enough. Trying to make sure there’s a good dynamic and the buzz among the girls is all positive. Everyone you decide to bring will bring something special to this wild night. The 5 famous friends I’d invite would have to be Jennifer Lawrence because she looks like she knows how to party. Amy Schumer, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler because you’ll be guaranteed some laughs. Then for a sing song and some killer dance moves later in the night Beyonce and Taylor Swift would be coming.

Kim Kardashian would be no where near this hen party as she’d obviously just try to make it about herself.

The Destination

There is so many destinations to choose from, especially when you don’t have a budget on your dream Hen. You might fancy heading to New Orleans for Mardi Gras? Party on down Bourbon Street. Or maybe the glitz of LA or Florida my take your fancy stateside. There is always Las Vegas, which let’s be honest is probably most equipped to deal with a crazy hen party.

Travel

Damn girl, this the Dream Hen Party, we are flying wherever in our private jet. It will be fully stocked, with enough wine, prosecco and gin that would give an Irish wedding a run for its money. Obviously you wouldn’t be driving to the airport to catch your flight. The chartered helicopter will bring you and on arrival in your destination a blacked out limo will taken you to your accommodation.

Accommodation

Well this will be the easiest thing you’ll decide on, on your dream hen party. It might just have a different name in the location of your choice. It might be the High-Roller Suite, Presidential Suite or the penthouse suite, whatever it’s called it will come fully stocked and with it’s own personal masseur. You’ll need to unwind a small bit after a tough flight.

Celebs You’d Like To Bump In To

As you make your way throughout the hen party night you’ll probably be hoping that you’ll meet some revellers that will love to partake in your shenanigans. Imagine coming across someone like Kevin Hart, or even the Hemsworth Brothers who just want to party with your hen party for the night.

Celebrity Stripper

I asked around office for the answer to this one. The popular choice by everyone was Channing Tatum. That was mainly down to his exploits in the Magic Mike movies.

So something to ask your friends over lunch sometime. If they were organising the dream hen party:

• Which 5 Celebs would you bring?
• Where would you go to?
• How would you get there?
• What sort of place would you stay in?
• Which Celebs would you like to run into?
• Who would your Celebrity Stripper be?

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As with most types of parties from birthdays, 60th’s, stag and hen’s you’ll be inviting a big bunch of varying characters. Here are just some of the women you’ll find on a hen party. I’m pretty sure you know a couple of these.

Never Seen A Penis Woman

More than likely this woman is married with a couple of kids, so the idea she’s never seen a penis goes out the window. But ever since her little baby arrived she seems to have a different view. That or she’s plain oblivious to the sexual goings on of women her same age. The word Penis makes her gasp, and she won’t be caught dead drinking from a straw with a penis on it either. I’d be waiting eagerly for her reaction to the stripper. That alone should be worth going on the hen party alone.

Can’t Stop Taking Snaps Woman

We all know one. She’s the one that has the up to date images of your night out on Facebook and you tagged in them looking like you’ve been dragged through a ditch backwards. None of them got the seal of approval before being posted. Also she’ll be the girl with the endless Snapchat story that will have you tapping the screen violently. You’ll probably think you have a stress fracture after the amount of times you had to tap the screen.

The Spy

She’s also known as the future sister-in-law! She could be on the trip because the groom asked you to invite her and you were shocked when she actually sad yes. She clearly only said yes so she could report back to the mother-ship…The Mother-in-Law… about what you’re like on a night out, how drunk you were and if she is in fact the right woman for her darling little boy. Hopefully you do actually get on with her, which means it will be a great hen party, but just something to keep in mind. Just saying.

Little Miss Monica Geller

This could be invariably be the maid-of-honour or whoever organised the hen. She loves rules, loves planning and sticking to the plan and ensures every one has fun at the allotted times. She is the Monica from friends in your group. And if you think you don’t have one, purposely spill a drink in the bar, the first to clean it up is your girl. She won’t be able to resist the temptation.

The Diva

Her drink of choice is gin, she will bring up stupid arguments from the past, will say things like ‘I’m right aren’t I’ as she tries to make you see it her way. She is a ticking time bomb waiting for a sly comment that actually was never uttered, It was her inner monologue, before exploding into a fight with someone over nothing and you have to play peacekeeper.

The Slut

Let’s call a spade, a spade here. There is one in every group. On a hen party she’ll resemble a sex crazed lunatic set on cracking onto every guy she meets. She is also the one trying to persuade men to take of their shirt for the ‘hen’ and may at some point come back to the table holding a pair of ripped boxers. A memento of the night for the hen she’ll say. Not sure where or who she is, she’ll be at bar having shots and forgetting the order you sent her up with as she talks to a guy.

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