LGBTQIA+ Hen’s & Joint Pre-Wedding Party Ideas

Your pre-wedding celebration should feel like you - from the guest list and music to the activities you actually want to do.

You might be planning separate hen’s parties, bringing everyone together for one celebration or skipping traditional labels altogether. There’s room to create a day that suits your relationship and your favourite people.

At Dancing Hen’s Nights, we welcome LGBTQIA+ couples and mixed-gender groups. Here are some ideas for planning a dance party as part of your celebration.

Choose the Celebration That Suits You

Before choosing activities, decide how you’d like to celebrate. Separate parties can give each partner time with their own friends. A joint party brings everyone together, which can be especially appealing if you share a friendship group. You could also combine the two: spend the afternoon doing separate activities, then meet for dinner or an evening out.

There’s no need to follow a particular format. Start with what you’d both enjoy, then work through the practical details.

Invite Your Favourite People

Your guest list doesn’t need to follow traditional bridesmaid, groomsman or single-gender party arrangements. Invite the people you want beside you, whether that includes friends, siblings, cousins, parents or a mix of everyone.

For a joint celebration, think about how well guests know each other. An activity early in the day gives people something to do together and can help take the pressure off introductions.

When you inquire about a dance party, tell us a little about your group, the occasion and the atmosphere you’d like to create.

Pick a Dance Theme Around Your Music Taste

Choosing a theme is easier when you start with music you love. It might be an artist you both listen to, a favourite era or the songs that always get your friends onto the dance floor.

Some ideas to explore include:

Y2K Pop Queens

For a group that loves throwback pop, take inspiration from Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, the Spice Girls or the Pussycat Dolls. Outfits could be as simple as coordinated colours or a nod to your favourite music video.

Disco Glam

Think sparkle, flares and a shared love of disco. This theme gives guests plenty of room to interpret the dress code in their own way.

Glam Cowgirl

If country-pop is more your style, plan a Last Rodeo celebration with cowboy hats, boots for the photos and outfits you can comfortably dance in.

Burlesque Showgirl

For guests who enjoy a theatrical theme, feather boas and showgirl-inspired choreography can set the scene for a glamorous afternoon.

Taylor Swift Bridal Era

Planning a celebration with a group of Swifties? Choose outfits inspired by your favourite eras and make the music part of the occasion.

Not sure which direction to take? Our Party Finder can help you explore the dance styles.

Make the Dress Code Flexible

A shared colour palette, a little sparkle or a favourite music era can bring the group together without requiring identical outfits.

Let guests choose clothes that suit their style and feel comfortable to dance in. If you’re using titles on T-shirts, sashes or decorations, check what the people celebrating would actually like them to say.

Small details like this help make the party feel personal.

Plan for Different Confidence Levels

Your group might include enthusiastic dancers, complete beginners and a few people who feel unsure about joining in.

No previous dance experience is needed for our parties. Your instructor will break down the choreography, and guests can participate at their own pace.

Before booking, tell us about any accessibility needs or participation concerns so we can discuss the dance style and venue options with you.

It’s also helpful to share the activity and clothing advice with guests beforehand. You can keep other details a surprise while still giving everyone time to prepare.

Choose Where to Celebrate

A mobile dance class can work well if you’re gathering at accommodation, a home or a private venue with suitable space.

We travel across South East Queensland and Northern NSW, including the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Byron Bay and surrounding areas. Gold Coast studio options are also available.

If you’re considering pole dancing, this style is held at our Gold Coast studio rather than as a mobile class.

Keep the Rest of the Day Simple

You don’t need a packed itinerary to make the celebration special. A dance class followed by a shared meal can give everyone time to enjoy the occasion.

For a joint party, agree on the budget and main activities together before asking guests to commit. Share the expected costs early, and leave room between bookings for travel and getting changed.

The aim is a day you’ll enjoy with people who make you feel celebrated.

Let’s Plan Your Pre-Wedding Dance Party

Whether you call it a hen’s party, a joint celebration or simply a party with your favourite people, we’d love to hear what you have in mind.

Send us an enquiry with your preferred date, location, approximate numbers and any dance themes you’re considering.