I love any party with a theme or an activity – it really brings the guests together, and everyone has so much fun participating.
One of my favorite party activities is a scavenger hunt, and one of the most fun types of parties to attend is a bachelorette party – so I love the idea of having a hen hunt!
A hen do is another term for a bachelorette party, and a hen hunt is a scavenger hunt that takes place during the party. But the settings, themes, and list items make hen hunts stand out from other party scavenger hunts. If you’re not sure where to start with hosting a hen hunt, I’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about bachelorette party scavenger hunts, including easy printables that take the stress out of planning and some AWESOME prize ideas.
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What Is a Hen Hunt?
A hen hunt is a fun (and usually sexy) twist on a scavenger hunt that can be played as part of a bachelorette party. But this is no average scavenger hunt: participants may compete to:
- Get a gentleman to buy them a drink
- Propose to a stranger
- Dance on a table
- Buy a shot for the bride-to-be
- Photobomb someone else’s picture
- Ask a nearby couple for marriage advice
… and so much more! The tasks can range from fairly tame and innocent (like taking a picture with the bride-to-be) to completely wild and outrageous (I’ll let you use your imagination)!
The winner of the hunt is the person who checks the most items off their list (preferably with photo proof). It’s a great idea to award first, second, and third place prizes, and to bring bags of party favors for all participants!
How to Throw a Hen Hunt
It’s quite easy to host a hen party scavenger hunt. You can play the game as part of your bachelorette festivities, or center the entire party around it.
Here are a few important things to remember for your hen hunt:
- Bring enough copies of the printable lists to your party so every guest has one
- Play this game in public! The scavenger hunt game typically works best if your party is out somewhere, preferably a bar where people are getting loose and having a good time.
- Choose a scavenger hunt that works with your hen do theme, or choose a generic hunt that works for any theme.
- Make sure everyone has their phone, a camera, or some other way to document proof of completing their scavenger hunt items!
Hen Party Scavenger Hunt Printables
You don’t have to be a creative genius and come up with the items and design for your hen hunt yourself. There are tons of bachelorette party scavenger hunt printables out there that make throwing a hen hunt super easy. Take some of the stress out of being a bride-to-be or a party planner by browsing this list of printables I put together for you, and choosing the one that works best for your party.
1. Hens on the Hunt
This hunt works for any theme, so it’s a good place to start if you don’t want your party to be tied to a particular style.
2. Bachelorette Scavenger Hunt
This hunt has a points system, with lower-point finds like “Find a guy with the same name as the groom” and higher-point list items like “Get a guy to give you his boxers (or briefs)”!
3. Disco Cowgirl Hen Hunt
Whether your hen do takes place in Nashville or you just love wearing cowboy boots, this scavenger hunt is the one for you. I love the pink disco cowgirl theme, and the design comes with two skin-tone options!
4. Camp-themed Scavenger Hunt
Not all hen hunts need to take place in a bar – this one is designed for a camping hen do, with times like “Find a pinecone and decorate it like a mini-bride” and “Sing a campfire song to your fellow campers.”
5. Taylor Swift Scavenger Hunt
Okay, I’m OBSESSED with this hen hunt for Swifties! The graphics are “Gorgeous” (see what I did there) and there are, of course, 13 clues!
Hen-Do Scavenger Hunt Free Printables
6. Nautical Bachelorette Hunt
These printables are nautical-themed in case you’re going to be on a boat or anywhere near water for your party.
7. Vegas Before Vows
Whether you’re going to Las Vegas or hitting up a local casino for your hen do, this hunt is the one for you.
8. Dazed and Engaged
Embrace a hippie theme with these psychedelic scavenger hunt printables.
9. Barbie Bach
Come on Barbie, let’s go party – with this cute hot pink (what else?) Barbie-themed hen hunt!
10. You Mermaid For Each Other
Does the bride love fantasy creatures? The purple mermaid theme makes these hunt printables super cute and whimsical.
11. Classic Hens Party
The design and list items on this scavenger hunt are simple and elegant, in case you want to keep the party PG-rated and *classy.*
12. The One Where They’re Going to a Party
Is your bride obsessed with the TV show Friends? Then could this Friends-themed scavenger hunt be any more perfect?
13. Last Rodeo
This rodeo-themed party printable pack includes more than just a scavenger hunt – it’s also got drinking games, Bachelorette Bingo, a quiz on how well guests know the bride, and more!
14. Ring hunt
If you’re having the hen do at home or in a more contained space, this is a great idea for a scavenger hunt. Buy some cheap rings (I recommend these) and hide them all around your party space ahead of time. Guests search for the rings during the party, and whoever finds the most, wins!
Hen Do Scavenger Hunt Prizes
What would a competition be without prizes? No hen hunt is complete without some fun (and sometimes raunchy) rewards for the winners. Here are a few of my favorite ideas for hen hunt prizes.
1. Self-care kit
Getting your hen hunt winner one of these luxurious boxes is basically like treating them to a day at the spa.
2. Hangover Cure Kit
After a long night of hunting, the winner is going to need these remedies!
Pro Tip: These kits are inexpensive and make great party favors for all guests, too.
3. Bling tumbler
How SICK is this blinged-out tumbler? It comes in a variety of colors, so you can pick your favorite as the top prize. Bonus points if you fill it with extra goodies, like candy or condoms!
4. Burt’s Bees Essentials Travel Kit
This kit is a favorite amongst beauty lovers – it has 5 travel-sized skincare items by a well-known brand.
7. Coffee gift card
Pro Tip: Gift card prizes are easy to throw in your purse and bring along to the party.
Bachelorette Hunt Prizes
I got really into finding cute ideas for bachelorette scavenger hunt prizes. It’s such a fun way to give your friend a beautiful gift! Here are a few more of the best ideas I found.
9. Pink crystal candle
Okay, I’m jealous of whoever wins this gorgeous pink candle with real healing rose quartz.
11. Kate Spade travel jewelry case
This beautiful travel jewelry box is the perfect prize if you do a ring hunt! But it works as a prize for any type of scavenger hunt, too.
12. Aromatherapy shower steamers
13. “Friendship Is Good for the Soul” Mug
14. Pressed flower necklace
This dainty little necklace with a real pressed forget-me-not flower ensures that your winner will never forget your bachelorette party hunt.
After finding all of these ideas, I can’t wait until my next friend or family member gets married so I can suggest one of these hen do scavenger hunt printables (and prizes!). There’s just something so fun about having an activity at a party that really brings guests together and helps make lasting memories.
So, which of these hunt printables did you like best? Which prize would you most want to win if you were participating in the game? Let me know in the comments!
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