{"id":20723,"date":"2025-07-24T22:25:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T03:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=20723"},"modified":"2025-07-24T22:25:00","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T03:25:00","slug":"eighteenth-birthday-party-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/eighteenth-birthday-party-ideas","title":{"rendered":"18th Birthday Party Ideas for Every Type of Personality"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-20731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/two-18th-birthday-party-invitations.jpg\" alt=\"18th birthday party ideas: two 18th birthday party invitation cards with confetti in the background\" width=\"850\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/two-18th-birthday-party-invitations.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/two-18th-birthday-party-invitations-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/two-18th-birthday-party-invitations-768x563.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turning 18 is a right of passage \u2014 as a teen officially becomes an adult! An <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18-year-old<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can register to vote, open their own bank account, buy some age-restricted items (like lottery tickets in most states), and more. This is a significant new chapter in their lives and an occasion that deserves to be extra special.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To figure out the perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday bash<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, consider the teen\u2019s personality. Are they an introvert or extrovert? Do they love being the center of attention and surrounded by lots of people, or would an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">intimate gathering<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">closest friends<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> be more their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vibe<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help you plan the perfect celebration, check out our top <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18th birthday party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and themes \u2014 from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low-key<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gatherings to formal affairs and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getaways<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>4 <\/b><b>Low-Key<\/b> <b>18th Birthday Party Ideas<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For someone that prefers less hype and more intimate celebrations with a few <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">close friends<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loved ones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low-key<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and (mostly) <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">budget-friendly<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18th birthday party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will make their entrance into adulthood pure perfection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. <\/b><b>Game Night<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celebrating a birthday doesn\u2019t have to be extravagant to hit the mark. If your teen loves playing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">board games<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or they are a card game enthusiast, host a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">game night<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with their friends. Break out some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trivia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or team-oriented games to really get the group engaged. Games like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/codenamesgame.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Codenames<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Uno, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/consumercare.hasbro.com\/en-us\/product\/cranium-game\/84DD09AD-5056-9047-F51B-702BA83401F7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cranium<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are fun to play with a crowd.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complement the activities with game-inspired snacks and charcuterie boards (e.g., cheese stacked like Jenga blocks), and watch the fun play out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. <\/b><b>Cooking Class<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_20724\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20724\" class=\"wp-image-20724 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cooking-Essentials-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"18th birthday party ideas: Cooking Essentials Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cooking-Essentials-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cooking-Essentials-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20724\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Mint Parcel | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/cooking-essentials\">Cooking Essentials Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the guest of honor loves to cook or bake, register them and their friends for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cooking class<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you get a say in what the group cooks up, request something that aligns with the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18-year-old<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s taste buds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an at-home experience, buy your own ingredients, find an instructional YouTube video with a new or interesting dish, and let the birthday honoree and their friends follow along to make it. This could be a team-building or individual challenge with taste testing at the end. Yum!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. <\/b><b>Spa Day<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give them a day of luxury by <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/spa-birthday-party\">hosting a DIY spa day<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at home. Purchase some face masks, slice up some cucumbers, and have some hair towels ready. Put out an array of nail polish and moisturizing lotions, and turn on a soothing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">playlist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Consider going the extra mile with matching robes for the perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">photo shoot<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also book a small group at a local spa for mani-pedis, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">facials<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or massages.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. <\/b><b>Sleepover<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_20730\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20730\" class=\"wp-image-20730 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleepy-Mask-Invitation-5.jpg\" alt=\"18th birthday party ideas: Sleepy Mask Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleepy-Mask-Invitation-5.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sleepy-Mask-Invitation-5-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20730\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Bonjour Berry | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/sleepy-mask\">Sleepy Mask Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing quite like a relaxing slumber party with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">close friends<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Teens appreciate a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">laid-back<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dress code (all-day PJs!) and a late night filled with telling stories, playing games, indulging in buckets of popcorn, and making memories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up layers of comfy blankets and pillows in the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">living room<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and make it a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">movie night<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">movie marathon<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of new releases or a binge-watch of their favorite TV series. For something a bit more interactive, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">video games<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are a nice addition to the evening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>4 Formal <\/b><b>18th Birthday Party Ideas<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a new level of sophistication that comes with turning 18. Bring that to life with one of the more formal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18th birthday party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Fancy Restaurant<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invite some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">family members<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or friends to toast the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18-year-old<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your life with a special night out at a fancy restaurant of their choice. Give them a few options if they\u2019re not familiar with the best eats in town. Consider restaurants with five-star ratings and five-course meals to make it a real treat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steakhouses, farm-to-table establishments, and sushi joints tend to offer exceptional fine dining experiences. Or, if they\u2019re into the jazz or classic music scene, opt for a fancy restaurant with live music.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Gatsby-Inspired <\/b><b>Dinner Party<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_20729\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20729\" class=\"wp-image-20729 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shimmering-Deco-Diamond-Invitation-4.jpg\" alt=\"18th birthday party ideas: Shimmering Deco Diamond Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shimmering-Deco-Diamond-Invitation-4.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shimmering-Deco-Diamond-Invitation-4-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20729\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Claudia Owen | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/shimmering-deco-diamond\">Shimmering Deco Diamond Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give the freshly minted adult a new experience by <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/roaring-twenties-party\">hosting a Roaring &#8217;20s dinner party<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When you send your <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/\">digital invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, request that guests dress to fit the Gatsby-inspired theme.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set the right ambiance with Art Deco-styled decorations, and create a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">playlist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> infused with jazz classics. Add to the air of elegance with upscale hors d&#8217;oeuvres and a signature <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mocktail<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> inspired by the era. Top the evening off with a vintage <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIY<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">photo booth<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">photo shoot<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to capture those unforgettable moments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Dinner Under the Stars<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s something enchanting about having dinner under the stars. Set up a few tables outside with elegant tablecloths, cloth napkins, candlelight, and navy and silver toned decor for the guest of honor and their friends to enjoy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mirror the ambiance with sophisticated finger foods and a fancy dessert spread (including <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday cake<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), and watch them soak in the celestial atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If their birthday\u2019s in the colder months, see if any restaurants nearby have igloo or dome seating to give the evening a more dazzling appeal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. <\/b><b>Brunch<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_20725\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20725\" class=\"wp-image-20725 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Daisy-Brunch-Invitation-3.jpg\" alt=\"Daisy Brunch Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Daisy-Brunch-Invitation-3.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Daisy-Brunch-Invitation-3-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20725\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Itsy Belle Studio | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/daisy-brunch\">Daisy Brunch Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For some people, the best meal of the day is breakfast. Hosting a buffet-style <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brunch<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mocktail<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> bar can still deliver a sophisticated <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vibe<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, just at an earlier hour. Similar to dinner under the stars, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dress up<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the table with linens, and break out the special dining ware. In lieu of candles, decorate with fresh flower arrangements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>6 <\/b><b>Getaways<\/b><b> and Outings for an <\/b><b>18th Birthday Celebration<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A surefire way to spark excitement is to spring for a special outing or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getaway<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to celebrate the occasion. Plus, it doubles as a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday gift<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would the birthday honoree prefer an adventure with just the family or with a few <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">close friends<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Plan a destination-focused celebration. Get inspired with these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18th birthday party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. A Weekend <\/b><b>Getaway<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_20728\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20728\" class=\"wp-image-20728 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Girls-Getaway-Invitation-5.jpg\" alt=\"Girls Getaway Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Girls-Getaway-Invitation-5.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Girls-Getaway-Invitation-5-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20728\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Molly My | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/girls-getaway\">Girls Getaway Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are certain milestone birthdays that call for a splurge, and 18 is on that list. Allow your teen to invite a friend or two, and take them on a weekend <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getaway<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 think a shopping trip to a big city like Chicago or New York, a country music weekend in Nashville, a beach trip to Florida, or simply a weekend in a hotel in a nearby city.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New scenery and digs with a pool are always good for the soul. Don\u2019t forget to buy a souvenir or two!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Camping Trip<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to a weekend <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getaway<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a camping trip with a small group is a nice way to celebrate a milestone birthday for those who love the outdoors. Pack some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">marshmallows<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and extra ingredients for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s\u2019mores<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, snacky foods, bug spray, and good reading materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just sit back and enjoy the soothing sounds of nature. Or if they\u2019re the adventurous type, pack fishing gear, and scope out kayak rentals and hiking trails nearby.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Concert<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_20727\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20727\" class=\"wp-image-20727 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gig-Poster-Invitation-1.jpg\" alt=\"Gig Poster Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gig-Poster-Invitation-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gig-Poster-Invitation-1-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20727\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Sarah Deters Illustration | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/gig-poster\">Gig Poster Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a music enthusiast on your hands? Spring for tickets to see their favorite musician or band in concert. Invite one or two <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">close friends<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to join in on the action and have an epic time dancing and singing away. See if you can purchase printed tickets for a special <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keepsake<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, taking the teens out for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">karaoke<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> night or to a live music venue with great tunes for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dance party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> would be a good alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Professional Sporting Event<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If concerts aren\u2019t their thing but you\u2019re still on the hunt for a truly memorable outing to celebrate their birthday, take them to a professional sporting event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are they a die hard Detroit Lions fan? See if there is a game taking place close to their birthday weekend.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do they have a summer birthday? Hit one out of the park with a professional baseball game. Go the extra mile, and see if you can get a birthday message on the jumbotron!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Casino Night<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_20726\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20726\" class=\"wp-image-20726 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diecut-Dice-Invitation-1.jpg\" alt=\"Diecut Dice Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diecut-Dice-Invitation-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diecut-Dice-Invitation-1-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20726\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Paper Raven Co. | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/diecut-dice\">Diecut Dice Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go for the jackpot by taking them out to a casino for their first slots experience. While most casinos and states require you to be 21, some states (like Minnesota) and tribal casinos have a minimum age of 18.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If that\u2019s not an option where you live, <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/casino-theme-party\">throw a casino theme party<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at home complete with a poker table, a black jack table, roulette, and casino-inspired <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party decorations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. <\/b><b>Escape Room<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do murder mysteries strike their fancy? If the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18-year-old<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a natural investigator who dominates at Clue and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trivia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">escape room<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an exceptional way to celebrate. Invite a few of their friends to join in on the action, and see if they\u2019re able to escape in time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Create <\/b><b>Lasting Memories<\/b><b> with an 18th <\/b><b>Birthday Bash<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">young adult<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s personality, there\u2019s plenty of inspiration to be found in the above <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18th birthday party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. From <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">game nights<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">spa days<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to fancy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dinner parties<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or weekend <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getaways<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18-year-old<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will feel extra loved and celebrated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One key element to throwing the best <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birthday bash<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ever: Guests to share in the fun! Choose from our collection of <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/birthday-invitation\">birthday invitation designs<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for any type of celebration \u2014 from a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low-key<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gathering to a formal theme party.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Turning 18 is a right of passage \u2014 as a teen officially becomes an adult! An 18-year-old can register to vote, open their own bank account, buy some age-restricted items (like lottery tickets in most states), and more. 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