Hen party ideas in Sweden: activities, schedule and games
Updated 26 October 2026 · Written by Lysela
In Sweden the hen party, called a möhippa, usually takes place a few weeks to a few months before the wedding, rarely the week before, so that everyone is rested on the day. Ask the couple about the date, guest list and what the guest of honour would most like, then choose an activity by budget and energy. Here are activities in a table, a schedule for the day, games and a bingo to borrow, three ways to share the cost and what is best avoided.
Try it yourself, no account neededWhen is a Swedish hen party, and how do you plan it?
Ask about the date first
Check with the couple which weekends suit them and when the wedding is. Hold the party so that the guest of honour has time to rest afterwards.
Secret or not
Some people want a surprise, others want to know what is coming. Ask the partner or a close relative what suits them, and keep at least the time and dress code open so nobody turns up wrong.
Ask the partner for the guest list
The partner knows who is close. Ask for a list with names and numbers, and whether anyone should join or be left out.
Start a group chat
Gather everyone in one place, post the date, place and approximate cost and set a deadline to reply.
Hi, we are planning a hen party for [name]. It is on [date] in [town], starting at [time] and lasting about [number] hours. We begin with [activity] and have dinner together. Reply by [date] if you can come, and we will book. Tell us about any allergies or anything you would rather avoid.
Hen party activities by budget and energy
A party at home works as well as a pricier day. Someone lends their living room, everyone brings a dish, and you spend the time on games and memories instead of bookings.
| Activity | Budget | Energy | Suits if |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunch | Low to medium | Low | You are a big group and want time to talk. |
| Try-out class, such as ceramics, painting or cooking | Medium | Medium | The guest of honour wants to do something together. |
| Spa or bath | Medium to high | Low | They need to wind down before the wedding. |
| Picnic or a party at home | Low | Low | You want to keep costs down and skip the booking. |
| Restaurant dinner | Medium to high | Low to medium | You want an evening everyone can make. |
A schedule for the hen party
The schedule assumes a day with brunch and dinner. Remove whatever you do not want, and leave gaps between the points.
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 11.00 | Meet up and brunch. |
| 13.00 | Try-out class or spa. |
| 15.30 | Rest, change and have a coffee. |
| 17.00 | Games and bingo at an easy pace. |
| 18.30 | Dinner with a few words from friends. |
| 21.00 | Dessert, then home or on if everyone wants to. |
Hen party games and bingo to borrow
Choose games where everyone can take part and nobody has to feel embarrassed. More ideas to borrow are in the guide to wedding games, and many of them work just as well at a hen party.
How well do you know them
Ask ten questions about the guest of honour, such as their first job or favourite song, and let the guests guess. The guest of honour marks the answers.
Round of memories
Everyone tells one short memory. Set a limit of two minutes so that everyone gets a turn.
Wish cards
Everyone writes a wish or a piece of advice on a card. The cards go in an envelope that the guest of honour opens after the wedding.
Someone cries with laughter Someone tells the story of how they met Someone has forgotten their name tag Three people toast at once Someone says "when I was married" A memory from school Someone takes a selfie with everyone A toast to the guest of honour Someone swaps seats without being asked
Hen party budget: how to share the cost
Everyone splits equally
Add up what is shared and divide it between everyone who comes. The guest of honour is treated.
Optional extras
Keep the base cheap, such as brunch and a walk, and make pricier parts like the spa optional.
The guest of honour contributes
Ask them beforehand whether that is fine. Some want to pay their own share, and it helps to know.
A ceiling before booking
Ask the group for an approximate level before you book. It is easier to say no to an expensive day beforehand than afterwards.
Hi, the approximate cost is [amount] per person and covers [what is included]. The spa is an optional extra. Message me privately if it gets to be too much, and we will sort it out together.
What should you avoid at a hen party?
After the hen party comes the wedding. How bridesmaids and best men are presented on the page is in the guide to the bridal party, and the example sites show a wedding party in practice. If you are planning a matching day for the groom, see the stag party guide.
Humiliating dares
Avoid dares where someone has to make a fool of themselves in front of strangers. What is fun for friends can feel awkward for the guest of honour.
Pressure to drink
Have non-alcoholic options and never ask why someone is not drinking. Everyone should be able to have a good time.
Surprises without warning
Ask the partner about phobias, allergies or anything the guest of honour never wants to do.
Inviting too many people
Keep the group to those who are close, and ask the partner whether anyone should be included.
The wedding party on your wedding website
With Lysela, the wedding party is on the wedding website in every tier. The couple adds a name, a role in their own words, a short line and a photo for each person, up to sixteen, and guests see them in the Wedding party section. There is no contact list and nothing for planning a hen party, so that part stays in your own group chat. How it looks is visible in the wedding party on an example site.
You pay once, SEK 795, SEK 1,795 or SEK 4,900 including VAT, and the site stays up for 12 months.
What usually goes on a wedding website, and what one costs, is in the checklist.
Frequently asked questions
When is the hen party?
Usually a few weeks to a few months before the wedding, and rarely the week before. Ask the couple about the date, so that the guest of honour can rest and nothing clashes.
Who plans the hen party?
Usually the bridesmaids or a close friend. One person coordinates, and the others help with booking, food and games.
Should the hen party be a secret?
It depends on the guest of honour. Ask the partner or a close relative what suits them, and share at least the time and dress code in advance.
What does a hen party cost?
It depends on what you choose. A picnic or a day at home costs very little, a day with a spa and dinner costs more. Keep the base cheap and make the pricier parts optional.
More to read
- What should a wedding website include? Checklist, timeline and cost
- Stag party ideas in Sweden: activities, schedule and budget
- Bridal party roles: bridesmaid, best man and groomsmen duties
- Wedding games for guests: the shoe game, mingle bingo and questions for the couple
- Wedding budget: what a wedding costs and how to make a budget that holds