When was the last time you had a night in with your besties, where the wine flowed, the conversation was unfiltered, and nobody had to worry about getting up early for work or carpool duty? If it’s been way too long, it’s time to fix that—because nothing beats a Girls’ Night In… with wine, of course!
Here are five fun and easy wine-themed ideas to make your next girls’ night unforgettable.
1. Wine Roulette: A Fun Wine-Tasting
This is just like a potluck but with wine. Since everyone has different wine preferences—some love dry reds, while others won’t touch anything but a sweet Moscato—this is the perfect way to mix it up and try something new.
How to Play:
- Set a price point for each bottle of wine
- No “yucking” someone’s yum (aka no bashing someone’s wine preference)
- Everyone brings something to add to the charcuterie board (your gonna want snacks)
- Make it a blind tasting—wrap bottles in foil or use numbered bags.
- Have each guest bring tasting notes (most wines have them online)
- Pour small 1-2 oz tasting samples
This is a great way to expand everyone’s palate and maybe even discover a new favorite wine!
2. Guided Wine Tasting
Want to learn some basic wine etiquette? Consider having a guided wine tasting at your house. A WineShop At Home Consultant can join your next Girls’ Night In event via zoom or in person depending on your location.
This experience includes a 6-bottle sampler, with a consultant guiding you through wine pairings, tasting techniques, and food combinations. Grab the details here.
3. “Book Club” & Wine – With a Twist
Book Club is synonymous with Wine Night! You can take the traditional route —read a book and gather to discuss—or switch it up by listening to a popular podcast and chatting about it instead.
Let’s be real: Most of us already spend enough time in the car commuting, waiting at practice, or in the school pickup line to knock out a podcast episode. Why not make it a discussion topic for your next wine night… I mean book club?
4. DIY Paint & Sip: Get Creative While Sipping Wine
A little preparation will lead to a lot of fun! Head to a craft store for paints, easels, and canvases, then find a YouTube painting tutorial to follow. Each friend brings a bottle of wine to share, and you sip while you paint.
Want something more low key? Grab some $1 wine glasses and paint those instead. Bonus: Once you have the supplies, you can do this event over and over again. It could even become mom’s version of dad’s poker night when you make it aa traveling Paint & Sip night where a different friend hosts each time!
5. Wine-Inspired Recipe Swap & Tasting
Moms everywhere know the eternal struggle: “What’s for dinner?” Here’s a fun way to get new meal ideas while drinking wine.
How It Works:
- Each friend brings a written recipe and a bottle of wine that pairs well with it.
- Decide if you will cook the dishes or bring them pre-made.
- Eat, drink, and be merry!
Pro Tip: Start a shared Pinterest board. Everyone can then Pin their recipe and the wine pairing for easy access the later.
Bonus: When All Else Fails… Go to a Wine Bar
If planning a night in feels like too much, there’s always the easiest option—gather your crew and head to a local wine bar. Zero prep, all fun!
What’s Next?
Which of these Girls’ Night In ideas are you trying first? Drop a comment below and let me know! And if you need wine recommendations, I’ve got you covered—just ask. Cheers! 🥂