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If you\u2019re in charge of throwing a <\/span>75th birthday party<\/span> for your mom, dad, <\/span>grandparent<\/span>, friend, or <\/span>loved one<\/span>, you might be drawing a blank. What\u2019s a good <\/span>75th birthday party theme<\/span> that will delight the <\/span>birthday honoree<\/span> and entertain guests at the same time? What do <\/span>75-year-olds<\/span> want to do at a party?<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019ve done the brainstorming for you with this guide full of <\/span>75th birthday<\/span> ideas. We have nine fun themes to riff on plus customizable <\/span>digital invitations<\/a><\/strong> to match each one. Let\u2019s dive in!<\/span> Design: 2birdstone | Dirty Martini Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n This classic <\/span>75th birthday party idea<\/span> \u2014 a cocktail party \u2014 comes with a <\/span>twist<\/span><\/i>. The <\/span>special occasion<\/span> will be all about martinis! Buy some <\/span>high-quality<\/span> gin and vodka options, vermouth, and plenty of lemons and olive jars. Include <\/span>extra-special<\/span> ingredients like:<\/span><\/p>\n You can put up a simple recipe as a template for guests to follow or have a bartender mixing up drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n For <\/span>75th birthday party decorations<\/a><\/strong>, have a <\/span>birthday banner<\/span> that reads, \u201cA Tini Bit Older.\u201d Blow up olive-green balloons and tape red circles on them so they look like floating olives \u2014 a simple <\/span>DIY<\/span> that will delight your guests.<\/span><\/p>\n If guests need <\/span>gift ideas<\/span>, have them bring a spirit to share.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Holly Whitcomb | Loaded Layer Cake Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n Quiz your <\/span>birthday honoree<\/span> on trivia from the year or decade they were born. All the party guests get to play too, of course! This trivia game will likely be for the year 1950 or so.<\/span><\/p>\n Here are some sample trivia questions to walk down <\/span>memory lane<\/span>:<\/span><\/p>\n You could also do a few trivia questions from each decade they\u2019ve been alive or focus the trivia on their passions, like musicals, baseball, or travel.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Robinson Creative House | Pickleball Court Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n A lot of <\/span>75-year-olds<\/span> are anything but fragile! Keep your active <\/span>loved one<\/span> moving and grooving with a <\/span>pickleball party<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n To start, reserve a court at your local pickleball spot. Pack a net because many outdoor courts require you to bring your own, and ask guests to bring balls and paddles. Dress code: athletic shoes and breathable fabrics!<\/span><\/p>\n At the event, pair up your partygoers, and host a friendly competition. Bring a prize for the winner if your <\/span>guest list<\/span> is full of competitive types. Select a scorekeeper team for those with mobility issues, and set up an area for non-pickleballers to sit and chat.<\/span><\/p>\n Supply extra paddles, water bottles, Gatorades, granola bars, and a celebratory cake for the end.<\/span><\/p>\n For a variation, you could do squash, tennis, bowling, or even chess.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Signature Greenvelope | Foiled Book Club Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n Have you heard of <\/span>The Moth<\/a><\/strong>? It\u2019s a story slam event where people share a true, personal story without notes. Take inspiration from the iconic event and have everyone prepare to share a story about the <\/span>guest of honor<\/span>. You can share a prompt, like \u201cFunniest Thing Donna Ever Did\u201d or \u201cYour Favorite Memory With Bill.\u201d The <\/span>birthday honoree<\/span> can share a story of their choosing, if they\u2019re so inclined.<\/span><\/p>\n To help the storytelling go smoothly and ensure everyone gets the chance to share their <\/span>cherished memories<\/span>, have someone time each person and raise their hand when they reach, say, three minutes. Combat performance anxiety by telling everyone that the story doesn\u2019t need to be revelatory, funny, or polished \u2014 just true!<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Carrie ONeal | Dinner Is Served Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n Instead of laboring in the kitchen on the <\/span>special day<\/span>, hire a private chef to cook a fabulous meal for the <\/span>75th birthday celebration<\/span>. You can find private chefs on <\/span>Airbnb Experiences<\/a><\/strong> or do a Google search for your area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For your part of the <\/span>party planning<\/span>, focus on a nice <\/span>playlist<\/span>, some <\/span>table decor<\/span>, and drinks. The private chef could make a <\/span>birthday cake<\/span>, too! This is the <\/span>perfect gift<\/span> to yourself as the planner.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Claudia Owen | All That Glitters Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n A traditional <\/span>75th birthday party theme<\/span> is diamond white, so lean in with an <\/span>all-white party<\/a><\/strong>. Diamonds signify the strength, elegance, and brilliance of a <\/span>75-year-old<\/span>. Capture the spirit of this theme with an all-white dress code, silver and white <\/span>table centerpieces<\/span>, and lots of sparkles. Have the <\/span>guest of honor<\/span> wear shimmering silver to stand out against all the white.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Cynthia Jacquette Art and Design | Ready to Rock Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n Is your <\/span>loved one<\/span> into a certain type of music? Hire a local band to play at the party, or take everyone out to a music event. Maybe they\u2019re into big band, swing, jazz, classical, or classic rock and roll. Whatever they like, there\u2019s bound to be a performer for hire near you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You could also set up karaoke if they\u2019re the performing type and have them croon the night away with their pals at their <\/span>birthday bash<\/span>. Having a microphone will be perfect for singing \u201c<\/span>Happy Birthday<\/span>\u201d!<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Hooray Creative | Fabulous Las Vegas Invitation<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
\n<\/p>\n1. \u201cA Tini Bit Older\u201d Party<\/b><\/h2>\n
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2. Decades Trivia<\/b><\/h2>\n
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3. Pickleball Party<\/b><\/h2>\n
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4. Story Party<\/b><\/h2>\n
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5. Private Chef Party<\/b><\/h2>\n
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6. Diamond White Party<\/b><\/h2>\n
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7. Concert or Musical Event<\/b><\/h2>\n
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8. Casino Night<\/b><\/h2>\n
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