Planning entertainment for a Brownies, Girlguiding or Scout event usually comes down to the same challenge: keeping a hall full of kids entertained without the noise becoming a problem. A silent disco solves that directly, and it’s already a proven favourite with Girlguiding groups specifically, alongside a handful of other ideas worth having in your back pocket.
Silent Disco
Every child wears wireless headphones instead of dancing to a speaker system, with three channels to switch between so there’s always something everyone wants to dance to. No sound system means no noise complaints from neighbouring halls or houses, and leaders can talk normally while keeping an eye on everyone.
We’ve supplied silent discos for Girlguiding groups across the UK for years, including Rainbows, Brownies and Guides events. One group told us: “Our Rainbow and Brownies Girlguiding Christmas Silent Disco party was great and the girls were already asking us to do the same next year.”
See our Girlguiding and Scouts hire page for pricing (from £130) and details on hiring for your group.
Outdoor Games and Team Challenges
Relay races, tug of war, or a simple obstacle course give the more physical members of the group somewhere to put their energy. Works well as an opener before a quieter activity, or as the main event on a dry evening with a bit of outdoor space.
Campfire Sing-Alongs
Classic songs like “Kumbaya” or “Make New Friends” round out an evening well, especially if you’re near an actual fire pit or even just battery candles indoors. Costs nothing and needs no prep, a good one to keep in the diary for a quieter week.
Crafting Workshops
Friendship bracelets, badge-making, or nature-inspired art with beads, yarn and things collected on a walk beforehand. Smaller Rainbow and Brownie groups tend to get the most out of this one, it gives quieter children something to focus on.
Outdoor Adventure Challenges
Scavenger hunts or nature walks work well combined with a badge or award at the end. A simple list of things to find, pinecones, feathers, different leaf shapes, is all the structure you really need, and it can count towards hiking or outdoor challenge badges too.
Outdoor Movie Night
A projector, a screen, and blankets on the grass works for most groups. Pair it with silent disco headphones tuned to the film’s audio and even a noise-sensitive spot can host a proper outdoor cinema night.
Example: Screen classic movies like “The Goonies,” “Swiss Family Robinson,” or “The Parent Trap” for a night of cinematic fun. Create a festive atmosphere with popcorn, snacks, and drinks, and encourage children to dress up as their favourite movie characters for added fun and excitement.
Talent Show or Skit Night
Let the group put together short performances or skits, built around a scouting or guiding theme if you want a bit of structure. Builds confidence, and rehearsal time is the only real preparation involved.
Silent Disco Hire FAQs
Is a silent disco suitable for younger groups like Rainbows and Brownies?
Yes, volume is set individually on each headset, so a Rainbow session and a Guides session in the same hall can both be comfortable without either group needing to compromise.
Will it disturb neighbouring halls or houses?
Nothing carries through walls or outside since there’s no sound system involved, which is why it’s a popular choice for halls with other groups nearby.
How many headphones do we need?
As a rule of thumb, one per child for the main session. For very large pack or district events, some groups run children through in shorter rotating slots to make a smaller set of headphones stretch further.
How long can we hire for?
Most groups hire for a single evening or weekend event. Longer hires for camps or residentials are no problem, just let us know your dates when you get in touch.
Do you offer pricing for Scouts and Girlguiding groups specifically?
Hire starts from £130 for 20 headphones, scaling up for larger pack nights, district or county events. Full pricing table is on our Girlguiding hire page.
Ready to Book Your Girlguiding or Scout Event?
Whatever you’re planning, a pack night, a district event, or an end-of-term party, we’ll help you work out the right number of headphones and get everything delivered in time.