18th birthday party ideas
BY A PROFESSIONAL PARTY PLANNER
Ideas include:
Special 18th Birthday Party Ideas
Personalized / Unique 18th Birthday Party Ideas
18th Birthday Party Decorations
18th Birthday Party Activities
18th Birthday Party Food & Drink
18th Birthday Party Dessert Tables
18th Birthday Party Invitations
18th Birthday Gifts
18th Birthday Party Ideas for Men
i’m matt james
professional event producer
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CONTENTS
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01 MAKE IT SPECIAL
Thoughtful ideas that celebrate the person, not their age, focus on the feel-good, and make a 18th birthday special
02 MAKE IT personal
How to add creative twists and personal touches to create talking points and memorable moments
03 18th birthday party decorations
How to maximize your budget by concentrating your 18th birthday party decorations in a few key areas
04 18th birthday party activities
How to break the ice, provide conversation-starters, encourage mingling, and create atmosphere
05 18th birthday party food
Why food stations geared towards small bites, tasting plates, and DIY options are better than buffets
06 dessert tables
How a dessert table can lend visual spectacle, save time, and maximize budget for a 18th birthday party
07 18th birthday party drinks
Get that professionally-catered look and give traditional drinks a creative twist
08 18th birthday party invitations
Why invitations needs to excite, inspire, and give guests something to look forward to
09 18th birthday gifts
Avoid uninspiring and clichéd gifts in favor of something that’s unique, meaningful, or a treat
10 18th birthday party ideas for men
18th birthday party themes, decorations, and ideas aimed at men