Wanting to escape the daily grind with your girl gang? Perhaps, in a not–so–usual way — something that takes you and your girls back to the carefree days?
Well, you’re in luck. You’ve landed on a guide that’s a complete golden ticket to an unforgettable and exciting adventure!
Along with a step-by-step guide on how to plan a girls night out, we’ve also shortlisted UK’s best city hotspots and hidden gems in picturesque corners here.
Let’s dive in!
Step 1: Decide Who’s In
First, create a list of all your close girl pals. Ring each one of them and inquire about their availability. If anyone of your close friends is occupied with something urgent and can’t make it this weekend, consider postponing the night out to the next weekend, or perhaps, for an upcoming holiday.
Once you have everyone available on the same day, you can proceed with the next steps.
Also, if none of your close friends are available any time soon, do not cancel plans! Ask your colleagues, neighbour friends, or good people you haven’t checked in with for a long time. Everyone loves being a part of a fun night out!
But note that the guests on your list should not exceed the count of ten. If the group is too large, someone might feel left out or all the girls might not get a good chance to really connect with one another. The ideal count of guests for an awesome girls night out ranges from 4 to 10.
Step 2: Choose A Theme
The purpose of choosing a theme for your girls night out is to get everybody in sync. Consider what common interests you share with your guests. Whether it’s based on fashion, food, movies, or even holidays, settle for a theme that all of you will enjoy.
Ideally, the theme should have a fun vibe. It should dictate your outfits and even activities! For example, if you settle for a Barbie theme, you and your girl gang can dress as your favourite Barbies, shop for a Barbie aesthetic, go watch the Barbie movie, or even enjoy a pink (all Barbie-themed) dinner!
Step 3: Pick Location(s)
Next, it’s time to decide on locations. Remember, you cannot leave this part for the last moment. If you do, everything is likely going to be messed up!
Here are some of our top picks for a perfect girls night out:
- Tonight Josephine
- Skylight
- Karaoke
- Oblix at The Shard
- Swingers
- Pergola
- Prosecco Pong at the Queens
Or maybe try out our favourite and have a paint and sip session with Pinot & Picasso!
You can also watch a movie. Just make sure to check show timings in your nearest theatre and book tickets early. We’ll recommend the same for a popular restaurant.
Also, always keep a backup plan for each location! If one place is packed, unreachable, or inappropriate for some of your guests, you can always shift to plan B.
Step 4: Pick Activities
Lastly, decide on an activity for each hour you’ll be spending together. Since it’s a girls night out and not a girls night in, we don’t recommend blocking hours for exchanging stories and gossip. You can do that over dinner.
So, plan activities like attending a concert, tasting all the desserts on your favourite food street, attending a paint and sip class, etc.
But remember the idea here is to have plentiful activity ideas for each hour beforehand. This will help avoid any awkward silences and will keep you from breaking the tempo.
Tips To Add Some Spice To Your Girls Night Out
Incorporate some of these in your girls night out and make it even more fun:
- Themed Invitations: Send out themed invitations to create excitement from the very beginning. For example, if the theme is retro, use fonts and images reminiscent of the 80s or 90s.
- Mystery Location: Keep one of the locations you’re going to visit a secret until the day of the event. Provide clues or a riddle to add an element of surprise and intrigue.
- Live Entertainment: Hire a local musician, comedian, or performer to entertain the group. Live performances can add an unexpected twist to the night.
- Personalised Goodie Bags: Prepare goodie bags for each guest filled with personalised items, such as their favourite snacks, mini pampering products, or small cute gifts related to the theme.
- Photo Booth: Set up a photo booth at your place with fun props and backdrops. You can take fun pictures before leaving and create lasting memories.
- Surprise Activity: Similar to the mystery location, keep one of the activities a surprise. It will add an element of adventure and excitement to the night.
- Fortune Teller or Tarot Card Reader: Visit a fortune teller or tarot card reader. It’s a unique and entertaining experience.
- Secret Message Scavenger Hunt: Organise a scavenger hunt around your house or nearby area. Plant hidden messages or clues leading to a surprise destination or prize.
- Midnight Snack Bar: In between activities, take your group for midnight snacking (including treats and munchies to keep the energy up).
- Themed Costume Contest: Hold a costume contest with fun prizes for the best outfits.
- Flash Mob Dance: Coordinate a flash mob dance with the help of a professional instructor and have everyone join in for fun. Record the performance!
