Girls' Sleepover Ideas: Fun Activities to Keep Everyone Entertained!
Sleepovers are more than just a fun way to spend time with friends—they're a rite of passage for many girls.
Whether you're a mum planning an amazing girls' sleepover party for your daughter or a teenager who has persuaded your parents to let you host a sleepover with friends, this guide is full of all the cutest and best ideas.
From prepping sleepover essentials to lining up the best sleepover games, we’ll help you create a night packed with fun and memories.
So, if you're ready, let's plan a seriously epic slumber party step-by-step!
Sleepover Essentials
No girls' sleepover party is complete without the right essentials. Whether you’re hosting or attending, here’s a quick checklist to make sure the night goes smoothly:
- Cosy Sleep Setup: Ensure there are enough sleeping bags, blankets, and comfy pillows for everyone. Create a fun atmosphere with string lights, fairy lights, and soft music to set the perfect slumber party mood.
- Beauty Products: For a little pampering, include some face masks, nail polish, and lip balm. A pillow mist also goes down very well as a little luxury touch. These girly sleepover beauty essentials will make everyone feel relaxed and have fun while adding to the excitement of the night.
- Tech Essentials: Don’t forget phone chargers, portable speakers for music, and a tablet or laptop for movie watching. It's all about creating the ultimate girls' slumber party setup!
- Snacks and Drinks: Keep the best snacks (more on that below!) and drinks handy. Hydration is important—make sure to have water or fun flavoured drinks available too.
Best Snacks for Sleepovers
Snacks are the lifeblood of any teen sleepover, so let’s talk about some fun sleepover activities involving food! Here are some crowd-pleasers:
- Popcorn Bar: Make a DIY popcorn station with toppings like caramel, chocolate drizzle, and cheese powder. It’s a great snack for when you’re watching movies or playing games for girls' sleepover.
- Pizza Night: Have a mini pizza-making session. Get pre-made dough or pizza bases, and let everyone add their favourite toppings. It’s an interactive way to bond and snack!
- S’mores Station: If you have a safe space, roasting marshmallows for s’mores is a sweet way to add excitement to the night. No fire? No problem! Make oven s’mores for that same gooey goodness.
- Fruit Platters & Dip: For something lighter, create a fruit platter with dips like melted chocolate or whipped cream. A refreshing addition to the mix of sweet and savoury snacks.
- Sweet Treats: Keep a stash of fun-sized candy, cupcakes, or cookies that can easily be grabbed throughout the night.
Read the Go-To Sleepover Packing List Of Essentials for a more in-depth guide of what to take to a sleepover.
Ideas for Sleepover Activities
Looking for girls' sleepover ideas that will keep everyone entertained? From DIY crafts to movie marathons, here are some cute sleepover party ideas:
- DIY Face Masks and Nail Bar: Set up a mini spa with face masks and nail polish. It’s a relaxing and fun activity where everyone can chat, laugh, and feel pampered.
- Craft Station: Make friendship bracelets, decorate pillowcases, or even try painting nails with funky designs. This is a fun, low-key way to get everyone involved.
- Karaoke or Lip Sync Battle: Let the teens show off their musical side! Whether it’s serious or silly, it’s all about enjoying the moment and bringing the house down with laughter.
- Photo Booth Fun: Set up a DIY photo booth with props and fun backdrops. Encourage the girls to take quirky pics they can share on social media or print out later as keepsakes.
Fun Sleepover Games
No girls' sleepover party is complete without some fun sleepover games! From the classics to some new twists, here are ideas to get the party started:
- Truth or Dare: The ultimate teen sleepover game. Keep it light and fun with silly dares and harmless truths!
- Treasure Hunt: Organise an indoor treasure hunt with clues hidden around the house. This is a perfect way to get everyone moving and working together. You can grab our ready-made printable treasure hunt for teens in the shop.
- A whole bundle of sleepover games!!: Check out our printable girls' sleepover games bundles! These ready-made games are easy to download and set up, with funzies stuff like sleepover bingo, This or That, What's On Your Phone, Candy Dice Game and more.
- Charades: This classic game always brings the laughs, especially when everyone tries to act out silly prompts.
- Pillow Fight: An old-school favourite—set some ground rules, and let the feathers (or pillows) fly!
Best Sleepover Movies
Choosing the right movies can take your girls' sleepover to the next level. Here’s a list of five films for tweens and five for teens that will keep the fun going:
For Tweens (Ages 9-12)
- The Princess Diaries: A modern-day fairytale with humour and heart.
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone: A magical adventure perfect for a slumber party.
- Frozen II: Animated fun with a great message about sisterhood and bravery.
- The Parent Trap: A hilarious tale of twin sisters on a mission.
- Descendants: A Disney movie packed with music, magic, and adventure.
For Teens (Ages 13-16)
- Mean Girls: A classic teen comedy that’s always a hit at sleepovers.
- Clueless: Fashion, fun, and a total 90s vibe.
- To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before: A sweet rom-com perfect for a teen girls' sleepover.
- Pitch Perfect: Sing-offs and fun comedy in this musical favourite.
- Twilight: A moody vampire romance, ideal for a cosy night in.
I'm certain these cute teenager sleepover party ideas will help you throw the best girls' sleepover ever!
Whether it's creating a comfy atmosphere with sleepover essentials or keeping everyone laughing with fun sleepover games, this guide has everything you need to make your next slumber party a truly special one, whether it's for a birthday celebration or just because!
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