It’s almost your birthday and you still don’t know what to do or if you should throw a party. It’s your birthday you can do what you want, go where you want, and eat a tonne of cake (unless you are one of those weird people who work on your birthday.)
Need some inspiration? Here are some fun ideas to help you celebrate your birthday in style.
Picnic birthday
A picnic is a budget-friendly birthday celebration and a way of involving your friends and family in the birthday event. You could even host an outdoor BBQ picnic by using a portable BBQ, just make sure you do research to know which parks allow barbecues (and consider using hot rocks to make sure your BBQ meats cook evenly.) Have everyone invited to bring a dish of their choice, whether it’s cake or sandwiches, as long as it’s edible. It doesn’t even have to be birthday-themed.
Take a trip
Visit a place you have never been to before, whether it is a new city or an international holiday. Look into deals and consider visiting the place you have always talked about going to. Browse on Tripadvisor for inspiration or do something daring- spontaneously book a flight before you get second thoughts. Maybe all you need is a day or two away to celebrate your special day- a chance to escape life’s stresses and reflect on the new year ahead.
Watch a play
The play’s the thing, especially on your birthday if that’s your thing. Celebrating by attending a live performance is a memorable way of celebrating your birthday. This choice of celebration is great for those who prefer to be entertained than to be the entertainment, but make sure you pick a genre you enjoy.
Cheer on the actors, get lost in the plot, and don’t forget to let everyone know it’s your special day. Who knows, you might even get a birthday shoutout if you put in a cheeky email request ahead of the event.
Spa day
Relax, it’s your birthday after all. Going to the spa for your birthday is one of the best ways to treat yourself, and often it is a much-needed time of relaxation. So, whether you’re looking to go alone, with friends, or with your significant other, a spa day can make your day feel extra special and indulgent.
Note: you don’t need to wait for a ‘special’ day to treat yourself to a spa day.
Go to a theme park
You are never too old to go on the rides, so go to a theme park, invite some friends or go alone and make some lasting memories. Going to a theme park will surely keep you young and is one thrilling way to celebrate your birthday.
Experience something new
Use your birthday as a time to do something new. Forget birthday balloons, take flight in a hot air balloon. Or get a tattoo- something meaningful or something a little daring.
It’s your special day, so embrace the opportunity to do something different and a bit outrageous. Just make sure you don’t have regrets the day after.
Get a whole new look
Dye your hair, get a whole new outfit, and use your birthday as the perfect reason to have a glow up. As you enter a new year of life, take this opportunity to reflect on who you want to be, what you want to look like, and what your values are.
Part of this transformation might involve shopping for new clothes or getting a stylish haircut. However, it’s equally important to reassess your friendships and relationships. As you grow older and (hopefully) wiser, consider letting go of old, less healthy connections and building healthier practices in your life.
Final thoughts
Happy almost-birthday. However you choose to celebrate, make sure it’s on your terms. Forget societal expectations and Pinterest-perfect parties because this is your day. Don’t be afraid of getting older, either. After all, you’re not just ageing, you’re levelling up.
And remember, you don’t need a special day to treat yourself to any of these experiences. Every day is worth celebrating.
