Murder, she planned: Hosting a Killer Hen Night

Summer's coming, Hen nights are looming. And we all know that planning a hen night 'in' is essential: to save money, accommodate the mother of the bride or just spend a fun, quiet night in, before you go 'out, out'!

But if you're planning a summer hen night and fancy something a little more fabulous (and a lot more mysterious), why not grab your sunhat and your magnifying glass, because nothing bonds a group of hens faster than accusing each other of cold-blooded murder.

Set the Scene: Hen Nights with a Hint of Homicide

Whether you’re headed to an airbnb, hosting in a garden, or gathering in a hotel suite with the AC cranked up and rosé on tap, there’s a murder mystery that fits.

Our top picks for all-girl summer shenanigans:

• Killer Queens – feathers, fishnets, and femme fatales. Yes please.

• Murder in the League of Supergirls – super heroes or super villains? Don your capes and masks and solve the mystery!

• Murder at Down-at-Heel Abbey – 1930s stylings at a stately home, completely with a glorious dowager duchess, flappers and adventurers!

These games are gloriously camp, delightfully wicked, and designed for hens who want something more than just willy straws and regret. All characters are female, so the bride tribe can fully commit to their alter egos—think has-been pop stars, super heroines, or flappers with secrets.

Games That Bring the Girls Together

Not everyone at a hen party knows each other—and that’s what makes a Whodunnit Dinners game pure genius. From the moment characters are handed out, everyone’s got a role to play and a reason to mingle. Shy cousin? She’s now a blackmailing villain. New work friend? Secretly the ex-wife of the victim. Auntie Carol? An internationally wanted criminal.

It’s instant ice-breaking, full-throttle fun, and a guaranteed way to avoid those awkward clumps of “I don’t know anyone” chat.

Add Some Killer Extras

Once the murder’s been solved (and the bride’s been cleared of all charges), keep the chaos going with these summer-friendly hen games—each with a Whodunnit twist:

🎯 Prosecco Pong – Poisoned Edition

One glass contains vinegar instead of bubbles. Who’ll be the unlucky assassin?

🎭 Bridal Balderdash

Guests must make up outrageous facts about the bride. The more believable the lie, the more points they get.

🍸 Deadly Cocktails

Serve themed drinks like Blood Orange Bellinis, Corpse Revivers, or Mojitos of Mayhem. (Add tiny daggers to the garnish for flair.)

Wrap It Up: One Night, a Million Laughs

The best part? These murder mystery kits are instant downloads, meaning you can whip one up for a spontaneous night in, or prep well in advance for a full weekend of mischief. No expensive props. No complicated rules. Just print, assign roles, and unleash the drama.

All that’s left is to figure out which of your friends has been hiding a secret identity... and who’s stolen the last Aperol spritz.

Ready to host a hen night to die for?
Explore our All-Girl Hen Night Games here.