Modern weddings are filled with creativity, celebration, and a little bit of breaking tradition, and over the past few years, a new trend has been quietly taking the party world by storm – the Sten-Do.

Combining the best of a stag do and a hen party, Sten-Do’s are fast becoming a popular choice for couples who want to celebrate their final days of singlehood together, enjoying double the fun.

Traditionally, the happy couple would celebrate separately with their respective friends, each embarking on their own celebrations. But as some weddings have started to become less traditional, with the focus being on embracing inclusivity and sharing experiences, couples are increasingly choosing to mark this milestone together. A Sten- Do allows both partners and their closest friends, to make memories together.

One of the biggest reasons couples are opting for a Sten-Do is the overlap of social circles. Very often, each person’s friends and family already know each other, or will soon meet at the wedding, so bringing everyone together beforehand helps break the ice and strengthens connections. By celebrating collectively, couples can enjoy shared experiences with each other, without anyone feeling left out, creating a sense of community around the wedding event.

A Sten-Do may make the lead- up to the wedding feel more intimate and exciting than it already is. Rather than dividing the fun into separate events, the couple can enjoy activities they love side by side, from adventurous getaways like zip-lining or kayaking to relaxed weekends at the spa or at a countryside retreat, sharing the experience allows both partners to see each other’s friends in their element and enjoy the camaraderie as a bigger group. Couples can design a Sten-Do that reflects their combined personalities, and it becomes an opportunity to celebrate who they are as a pair, not just as individuals, while including friends from both sides of the relationship. Even planning becomes easier, with one event to coordinate instead of two separate parties.

Ultimately, the increase in Sten-Do parties reflects a broader shift in wedding culture; today’s couples are less bound by tradition and more focused on experiences that feel meaningful and inclusive. Social media has amplified this trend, with photos of couples enjoying joint celebrations inspiring others to rethink the conventional stag-and-hen format. It’s not just about partying, it’s about creating lasting memories together with those who will be part of your married life.