So you’re turning the big 3-0; growing older and wiser and moving out of your twenties. Although the media would love us to believe that turning 30 means that we’re getting old, that’s simply not the case! Turning 30 is a wonderful milestone, filled with self-confidence, self-acceptance, security, and fun! We’ve put together 10 brilliant ideas to ensure you throw the 30th birthday bash you truly deserve.
1. A tribute to the memories
You’ve spent three decades collecting heartwarming memories with your loved ones, so why not celebrate that? Have a table dedicated to photos of your past, important milestones, and memories that have shaped you into the person you are today. Include some of your favourite outfits, CDs or possession that your friends and family know you so well for!
2. Bold signage
Being embarrassed about getting older and wiser is so passé. Celebrate moving out of the uneasy adolescence of your twenties and into the secure, confident and capable decade of your thirties by hiring light up letters. There’s nothing cooler than self confidence. Install bold, giant ‘30’ light up numbers, so your guests know that this is your favourite birthday yet!
3. “Grown up” cake
You’re finally 30, which means you’re now allowed to inflict your “acquired tastes” on everyone around you. If you want rum, champagne or cognac in your cake – go ahead! You deserve it. Perhaps you’re on the other end of the spectrum, and would rather a cookie dough cake, or a whole wheel of cheese! Whatever you desire, go for it. You don’t have to answer to anyone else!
4. Custom chocolates
Kiss your twenties goodbye with a bowl full of chocolate kisses. Personalise them with with initialed labels, the number 30 or other special, personal notes. If you’re going to be having a sit down meal, another great idea is to put a personalised chocolate at each seated place for your guests to admire with both their minds and their mouths!
5. Costume party
Inject a dose of fun into your 30th birthday party by incorporating a fun theme! Time-oriented themes always work well, and are a huge hit with guests. Think 90’s, 1920’s or disco 80’s – something that you and your guests can revel in!
6. Candy bar time capsule
Sweeten the deal at your 30th birthday by treating your guests to a sugar-coated blast from the past. Load your candy bar time capsules with all your favourite sweet things, plus the lollies that everyone misses from the corner stores of your yesteryears.
7. Photo booth with props
What better way to let your hair down than to throw a silly pose in a photo booth! Most modern photo booths come equipped with great props that will liven up any photo shoot. As well as this, a photo booth gives guests photostrips to take home with them – a tangible memory of the night’s festivities!
8. Message wall
A message wallpaper or canvas is a great way for guests to leave their mark on your 30th birthday. Have friends inscribe sweet nothings, birthday cheer or memories from years gone by. Then, when the party is over, take the paper or canvas home with you so you can cherish the messages for years to come.
9. Party favours
Don’t let your guests leave your fabulous 30th birthday party empty handed! One of the best things about going to a birthday party when you were a kid was getting yummy party favours to take home with you. Reinvigorate this tradition by filling your party bags with adult goodies such as liqueur chocolates.
10. Personalised playlist
Remember, this party is totally yours. Therefore, you get to choose what to eat, what to wear and – most importantly – what music to be played! The music curates the atmosphere of any party, so make it fun by bringing back all the hits from the musical eras your life.
Don’t shy away next time it’s your turn to blow out the candles; celebrate your 30th birthday with style and grace. Stick to these 10 fantastic ideas to make your party truly unforgettable!
