The Best 30th Birthday Party Ideas – Thirty and Thriving!
Your 30th birthday party isn’t simply to celebrate the end of your twenties, it’s also the start of a new chapter in your life. Here are 15 memorable 30th birthday party ideas, fit for every budget and lifestyle!
Whether you want to keep it low-key and make a bang for your buck or if you wish to go all out, these 30th birthday party ideas can help you throw a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable beginning to your “dirty thirties”.
In an interview with Elle Magazine, Mark Ahmed – the Director of UK’s leading events company, Scarlet Events – said that your thirties is a significant milestone, and milestones only happen every few years.
Why is 30th birthday special?
Although you might have splurged to celebrate your Sweet 16th, 18th, and 21st, celebrating your 30th is a total game-changer as most people tend to be more mature when reaching this age. It’s when they choose something sophisticated rather than extravagant – elegance and poise are key!
And although it might be tempting to spend the entire day contemplating what life has to bring in the next decade, celebrating it with loved ones will surely lift your spirits.
Turning 30 can be quite intimidating when you’re in your late twenties, but it’s surprisingly wonderful and liberating once you get there. Embrace this new journey with open arms! After all, we only turn 30 once in our lives so read on for our top 30th birthday ideas.
30th Birthday Party Ideas
Plan a fun getaway
Gather a group of your closest friends, and reserve a unique rental! Whether it’s a beach house or a woodsy cottage, unleash your inner wanderlust with a fun-filled getaway or road trip!
‘90s throwback party
Being sentimental about your past is a natural part of turning 30. So have your choker necklaces, butterfly hair clips, and jelly sandals in clutch because it’s time to throw the ultimate ’90s throwback party!
Roaring 30s party
Bid farewell to your roaring twenties with a Great Gatsby-inspired birthday bash. Put on your best dapper look, and ring in the new decade in style. It’s all about glitz and glamour!
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Black and White affair
Dress up to the nines with an elegant black and white party. This sleek and sophisticated motif calls for everything black and white – from the invitations and dress code, down to the decorations.
Haute Couture Party
Have you ever wished to wear runway-style clothes, but couldn’t find the right opportunity? If that’s the case, now’s your chance! Throw an extraordinary haute couture party to make your 30th birthday unforgettable. Distinguished by a playful yet polished dress code, this theme encourages guests to embrace creativity and explore their fashion boundaries.
Casino Night
With a casino-themed party, you can recreate Las Vegas or Monte Carlo on your own terms! Cocktails, casino games, and a casino-inspired color palette like red, black, and white characterize this theme.
Karaoke Night
Sing your heart out with a karaoke night! Whether you choose to do it at home or a pub, accompanying it with dinner, drinks, and dancing will make it memorable. Blast your favorite nostalgic songs to relive – and say goodbye to all the highs and lows of your twenties!
“Kiss” your twenties goodbye party
This quirky take on saying goodbye to your twenties is a fun way to welcome in your thirties!
You only need food and decorations in the shape of lips for this theme. Opt for pink and red pastries like cakes and cookies with “kisses” all over, and add a touch of gold here and there to glam up the place.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s party
Skip the hassle of planning a full-course menu, and opt for easy-to-serve breakfast foods like pastries, tea, and coffee with a Breakfast at Tiffany’s-themed party.
The color “Tiffany Blue” embodies this timeless and sophisticated theme. Welcome your guests into a room filled with flowers, pearls, and silver décor, and encourage them to come over in their best Audrey Hepburn-inspired look!
Spa weekend
While it can be rewarding if you have started a career and/or a family in your thirties, there are days when you just want to slow down, take a break, and relax. Pamper yourself by booking a trip to the spa! Whether it be a high-end escape or a more rustic retreat, the point is to step back and take a breather. You deserve it!
You can relax in a hot tub, have massages or hot rock treatments, enjoy facials, or do yoga and meditate. Most of these places provide a diverse selection of options to help you ease up and unwind.
Travel abroad
Domestic or international, the adventure is totally up to you. Treat yourself to the vacation of your dreams!
Traveling is beneficial because it broadens our horizons and teaches us the value of exploring new things rather than just staying in our comfort zone at all times.
A night of mystery
Turn your evening into a suspenseful game of whodunit with a murder mystery party! There are lots of free scripts available online as well as mobile apps that can help you enjoy the sleuthing experience to the fullest. You will surely make some great memories in honor of the “death” of your twenties.
Low Key 30th Birthday Party Ideas
Pizza and game night
Organize a pizza and game night if you prefer something low-key and chill! You could simply order in from your favorite restaurant. Or for a fun twist, shop for ingredients and make it at home with your personal touch!
Provide a variety of exciting games. From console games like Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and Wii to classic retro board games like Twister, Monopoly, and Chutes and Ladders. There is surely something for everyone to enjoy.
Wine-tasting party
Thirty marks the beginning of true adulthood with all the complexity it entails. Why not celebrate it with something equally refined like wine with a side of hors d’oeuvres? Wine only gets better with time, and so do you!
Take a mixology class
From tequila shots and rum-coke to a whole new array of sexy cocktails, level up your drinking game by taking a real-deal mixology class with your besties!
Practice the art of crafting the perfect drink under the supervision of a friendly mixologist. And learn a lifelong skill that will only improve over time.
How can I celebrate my 30th Birthday at home?
There is no right or wrong way to celebrate a 30th birthday. If a night in is more your cup of tea then go for it! Invite some friends over for a dinner or a backyard BBQ. Or plan a movie night with some close friends. Or say goodbye to your 20s by sitting around the fire together with a good glass of wine.
30th Birthday Party Ideas Final Note
If you have a 30th birthday around the corner, then we hope these fun 30th birthday party ideas help you plan an amazing 30th birthday celebration. Remember, you only turn 30 one, so make the very most of it!
About Author
Jane Sheriff is the founder, creative director, party planner and mom of three. She started Darling Celebrations back in 2012 to share easy and beautiful ideas for celebrating the special events in life.
