Tired of giving the same old birthday gifts? Sick of throwing the same old party themes? Get inspired by this creative list of unique birthday gifts and party ideas sure to thrill the lucky recipient.
70+ original and inspiring birthday gift and party ideas
If your birthday celebrant doesn’t need another trinket taking up space on the mantel, or if that person is more special to you than a box of chocolates from the corner store, it's time to look for a birthday gift that accurately depicts how you feel. With a little thought, it's easy to give a gift and throw a party that reflects the person’s likes, hobbies, dreams and plans. Consider these can't-miss suggestions:
For the gourmet, a themed gift basket:
1. Organic foods
2. Sweets
3. Gourmet foods
4. Sushi/ethnic
5. Picnic
6. Themed (hockey, golf, fishing, baking, movies or photography)
7. Fruit
8. Chocolate
For the worldly, some culture:
9. Museum pass
10. Tickets to the opera
11. Tickets to the theatre
12. Tickets to plays
13. Tickets to symphony orchestra
14. Art class
For the thrill-seeking, an adventure:
15. Bungee jumping
16. Balloon ride
17. Parasailing
18. SCUBA diving
19. Camping trip
20. Trip to another city, province or country
21. Helicopter ride
22. Racecar driving experience
23. Sailing
24. Rock climbing
25. Theme park pass
For the eco-friendly, something green:
26. Hemp products, from clothing to accessories to hygiene products
27. Wildlife watching cruise
28. Donation to a relevant cause
For the socially responsible, culturally diverse ideas:
29. Donation to a First Nations cause
30. Gift made by artisans from First Nations tribes or developing countries
31. Gift from a nonprofit organization to help an impoverished family
For the bookworm, something geeky:
32. Science fiction gear
33. Their favourite show items
34. A novel collection
35. Band merchandise
36. Comic books
37. Video games
For the spiritual, something meaningful:
38. Books
39. Jewelry
40. Foods
41. Art
For the busy bee, a time-saver:
42. Landscaping service
43. Maid service
44. Chef service
45. Personal shopper
46. Laundry service
47. A night of babysitting
For the health-conscious, something healthful:
48. Organic foods
49. Gift certificate to a locally-owned health food store
50. Workout classes or a gym membership
For kids, a world of ideas (in order from baby to teen):
51. Baby diaper “cake”
52. Personalized holiday ornament
53. Handmade quilt (whether handmade or bought)
54. Personalized towels
55. Books or magazines
56. Blocks
57. Building sets
58. Personalized suitcase or weekend bag
59. Retro toys (mom and dad will get a kick out of it)
60. Magazine subscription or book of the month club
61. Autographed sports equipment
62. Children’s museum or attraction pass
Planning a party? Need a theme?
Here are a few ideas for unique celebrations:
63. Planetarium party
64. Movie theatre party
65. Murder mystery theatre party
66. Mini golf party
67. Beach party
68. Aquarium party
69. Museum party
70. Karaoke party
71. Sporting event party (hockey, baseball or soccer)
For kids
72. Digging for fossils in the sandbox
73. Safari party
74. Camp out in the backyard
75. Children’s museum party
76. Board game party
77. Cake decorating party
78. Mad scientist party (do simple experiments)
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