Sleepovers are a rite of passage for tweens—a night filled with laughter, bonding, and creating unforgettable memories. To make sure your tween's sleepover is a hit, it’s essential to have a lineup of activities that keep everyone entertained. From bracelet making to DIY nail art, here’s a guide to hosting the perfect tween sleepover!
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1. DIY Bracelet Making Station
Start the evening with a creative activity like bracelet making. It’s simple, fun, and lets the kids take home a personalised keepsake.
What You Need:
- Beads of various sizes and colours
- Elastic string or thin leather cords
- Charms, letter beads, and clasps
You can also pick up a kit or two that will contain all of these items rather than buying items individually.
Set It Up:
Set up a crafting station with all the supplies laid out. Encourage the tweens to design their bracelets, mix and match beads, and create matching friendship bracelets. It’s a great way to spark creativity and get the conversation flowing!
2. DIY Nail Art Bar
A DIY nail art bar allows the girls to express their style and have fun experimenting with different designs.
What You Need:
- Various nail polish colours
- Nail art stickers, glitter, and rhinestones
- Nail files and buffers
Or, we love the Nail Art Studios from FabLab, as well as the Artificial Nails and Nail Foils from TOPModel - browse the kits here.
You could also get creative with Tattoos if you prefer!
Set It Up:
Create a mini nail salon with all the supplies. Include a few easy nail art tutorials for inspiration. Whether they opt for simple polish or intricate designs, this activity is sure to be a hit!
3. Movie Marathon and Popcorn Bar
No sleepover is complete without a movie marathon! Let the kids pick a few of their favourite movies.
What You Need:
- A selection of movies or a streaming service
- Cozy blankets and pillows
- A popcorn bar with different flavours and toppings
How to Set It Up:
Transform your living room into a cozy cinema. Set up a popcorn bar with various toppings, so everyone can create their perfect snack. Then, let the movie marathon begin!
4. Slime Making
Slime making is a fun and messy activity that’s always a crowd-pleaser.
What You Need:
- Elmer's Magical Liquid and PVA Glue (for the basic slime recipe)
- Food colouring, glitter, and other mix-ins - like styrofoam balls or shaving foam!
Set It Up:
Set up a table with all the supplies. Let the girls create their own slime by mixing in colours, glitter, or other fun additions.
5. Spa Night
After all the fun, a relaxing spa night is the perfect way to wind down.
What You Need:
- Face masks, cucumbers, and headbands
- Foot soak tubs with warm water and essential oils
- You could also make bath bombs and use these in your foot soak tubs.
Set It Up:
Dim the lights and play soft music. Have the girls start with a soothing foot soak while wearing face masks. It’s a relaxing end to a night of excitement.
We love the range of kids beauty and wellness products from TOPModel, from moisturising lip and eye pads from just €1.50 per pack!
6. Midnight Snack Attack
A sleepover wouldn’t be complete without a late-night snack session!
What You Need:
- Cookies, brownies, or cupcakes - purchase pre-made or have them bake their own earlier in the evening as a creative activity before decorating and enjoying before bed.
- Hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows
- Toppings for decoration
Set It Up:
Create a snack station with a variety of treats. Let your guests build their own treat or enjoy hot chocolate while sharing stories before bed.
Hosting a tween sleepover can be fun with the right activities. From creative crafts like bracelet making and slime creation to relaxing with DIY nail art and a spa night, these ideas will keep the kids entertained all night long. A mix of energy and relaxation will ensure everyone has a great time and leaves with happy memories!