Do you have another birthday looming on the horizon? Want to have a fun birthday party, but the recession’s got you feeling a bit blue? If you think that there’s no way to throw a great birthday party for $100, then think again: we’ve got the scoop on the most fabulous, out-of-the-ordinary birthday themes and ideas that will have your guests looking forward to your next birthday!
And the best part about these fun and frugal birthday party ideas is that they can all be done for under $100. Get ready to be regarded as the party planner of the years by using these tips and ideas:
It's All About the Theme
Sure, you can decorate your home or apartment with cheap streamers and balloons, but who wants to mark their birthday like that? Instead of looking for cheap decorations, go for a birthday theme that's cheap but extremely fun. For example, you could throw a birthday party where everyone has to dress up like their favorite D-list celebrity or a fun celebration "Early Halloween" party where your guests dress up in their favorite costumes, or simply throw on a custom birthday girl shirt. Whatever you choose, make sure that you supply plenty of home-baked goods centered on the theme. Remember, it's not the amount of money that you throw at the party, but the novelty of the theme that will always be remembered by your guests.
Location, Location, Location
Fortunate enough to live near a fabulous location, like the beach or a beautiful state park? Instead of keeping your party indoors, take the celebration outside, weather permitting. Have a bonfire on the beach and bring out campfire favorites like s'mores, or buy some cheap fireworks and set them off (if it's legal, of course!). You can also ask guests to bring their favorite beach or campfire foods to cut down on costs, which means that you'll have more money to spend on your cake!
Get Inspired By The Carnival
This idea is especially great if you're planning a birthday party for a small child. Lots of party planning experts are now moving towards fun party themes that center around the circus or carnival, so why not steal a page from their book? Have a watermelon eating contest where the winner gets a small prize, make tons of popcorn or even take the kids to a nearby farm for a fun and frugal afternoon with the animals. It's a great way to have a birthday celebration that's out of the ordinary, but won't break the budget.
Last-Minute Tips.
While you can plan a great birthday party for under $100, if you're not willing to sacrifice on the food, cake and decorations, you might have to consider cutting down on the guest list a bit to accommodate your budget. A guest list of seven or eight people will work well with this budget, especially if you're planning a more elaborate party with expensive food and decorations. Just a few small sacrifices will add up to big rewards when it comes to throwing a great birthday party for $100!
