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Celebrating a 40th birthday is a big deal. It\u2019s a time to honor years of success and overcoming challenges while looking forward to new growth, passion pursuits, and just enjoying life. For this milestone birthday, there are countless ways to mark the occasion. You can go all-out with a big bash including coworkers and acquaintances or keep it low-key with your best friends and closest loved ones at a small shindig.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here, you\u2019ll find easy party planning tips for your special day, plus 40th birthday ideas for themes and activities. That way, you can have the perfect party whether you want a big blowout or something a little simpler. Each party idea is paired with a matching digital invitation to make the party planning process even easier.<\/span>
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Planning a 40th Birthday Party: The Basics<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Planning a 40th birthday party for yourself or a friend can be loads of fun, but it can also be challenging with so many elements to consider. By breaking down the party planning into simple steps, it\u2019s easier to make sure you don\u2019t miss a thing. Here\u2019s a quick breakdown for organizing your celebration \u2014 you can also check out our <\/span>event planning checklist<\/strong><\/span><\/a> for more helpful tips.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Choose a Venue, Date, and Theme<\/b><\/h3>\n

The first thing to do is figure out a time, date, and location for the event. For a big party, do this anywhere from three to four months in advance. This way, you can coordinate with vendors and make sure the date is suitable for the birthday honoree and close loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the first steps in party planning is choosing a theme. Popular 40th birthday party themes include specific decades (like an 80s theme party or <\/span>90s theme party<\/a><\/strong>) or an over-the-hill party. You can also tailor the theme to the type of event you\u2019re hosting. For example, you can host an afternoon tea or <\/span>backyard party<\/a><\/strong> and build the decor and food choices around those types of events.<\/span><\/p>\n

When planning, think about the guest of honor\u2019s favorite things. Do they love to be outdoors and grill? Or do they enjoy relaxing afternoons wine tasting? Maybe they love spending time at the local art museum. Think about how they like to spend their time and choose a celebration to match.<\/span><\/p>\n

Send Out Invitations<\/b><\/h3>\n

Once you have the date, location, and theme worked out, it\u2019s time to send out invitations. While paper invites are an option, make it easy on yourself (and the planet) with <\/span>digital invitations<\/strong><\/span><\/a> like those from Greenvelope. Digital invites are easy to update and you don\u2019t have to hassle with trips to the post office. Plus, an online dashboard makes it easier to track RSVPs.<\/span><\/p>\n

On the invitation, include the following details:<\/span>
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