Celebrating a milestone birthday soon? Let’s pick out your theme.

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Whether you’re turning 30, 70, or 100 (or any age in between), we’ve got the themes that will make your birthday celebration totally memorable.

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In our books, milestone birthdays are a HUGE deal. Whether you’re celebrating your own or brainstorming for someone else, we’ve rounded up all of our best age-specific themes all the way from 30 to 100. Take a look below for inspiration for your next big bash! 

A woman laughing at a party while holding a martini.

30

  • 30, flirty & thriving
    Make it a “13 Going on 30” theme or simply don your most coquette look.

  • RIP to my 20s/Death to my 20s
    Think dark funeral vibes — but chic. Bonus points if people give eulogies.
  • Tying up my 20s
    We just love any excuse to put bows on everything.

  • Party like it’s 1995
    Time really flies… add all of your favorite details from the ’90s (Tamagotchis? The Spice Girls?) and throw the most nostalgic night ever.

  • Now that’s what I call 30
    Really just an excuse to break out the fully choreographed dance to “Genie in a Bottle” from when we were teens…

  • A ’tini bit older
    It’s in the name! Host an elegant martini night with friends (bonus points if the decor is all kinds of ’tini tiny miniatures).

  • I’m turning thir-tee
    Hit the green with a golf-inspired party. If you’re heading to Topgolf, we’ve got just the Invitations to match.

  • Thir-tea party
    Celebrate another year with a quaint and dainty tea party full of sweet pastries, little cucumber sandwiches, and stunning florals.

Ready to plan yours? Check out our full collection of 30th Birthday Invitations

35

  • (Thirty) Five Guys
    Take some inspo from a classic burger joint and celebrate your new age with fries galore.

  • 35 is a vibe
    Just channel peace, love, and grooviness, dude.

  • Working 9 to (3)5
    Throw down for 35 with all things Dolly Parton.

  • Now that’s what I call 35
    Really just an excuse to break out the fully choreographed dance to “Genie in a Bottle” we have from when we were teens…

  • Bet on 35
    A poker party? How very adult of you. We’re betting on this theme being a total hit.

Turning 35 this year? Take a look at these party-ready designs

40

  • 40-love
    Have a ball with a tennis-themed party (psst… we won’t tell if you use this theme for pickleball instead).

  • Back to the Future
    This 1985 film shares a birth year with you! Send your guests back in time with a sci-fi soiree.

  • Sporty forty
    Think field day… for adults. Custom sweat bands not required… but highly recommended.

  • May the 40th be with you
    Never too old for lightsabers and the Death Star.

  • Cheers to 40 years
    A toast to you. Let the champagne flow and enjoy the new decade!

  • Golden Girls
    A 1985 classic — just like you. Dress like our ’80s icons and gather your best friends!

  • Four-tee party
    Hit the green with a golf-inspired party. If you’re heading to Topgolf, we’ve got just the Invitations to match.

  • Four-tea party
    Celebrate another year with a quaint and dainty tea party full of sweet pastries, little cucumber sandwiches, and stunning florals.

Hitting the big 4-0 this year? Start your celebrations with our 40th Birthday Invitations

45

  • Studio 45
    Everybody disco! Bring the lights of Studio 54 to your 45th year with a dazzling nightclub concept.

  • Speed limit: 45
    Sports cars, traffic cones, and signature drinks called “Anti-Freeze” and “Transmission Fluid”. You’re totally on track ;) 🏎️🏁

  • May the 45th be with you
    Never too old for lightsabers and the Death Star.

  • Midlife crisis
    Grab a grey wig, accept that it’s okay to feel totally lost… and make this party feel like a trip to Vegas. It’s time to let loose.

  • Working 9 to (4)5
    Throw down for 45 with all things Dolly Parton.

Oooh… throwing a 45th birthday party? Get started with one of these designs

A woman playing golf at Topgolf.

50

  • Grease
    Grab the leather pants and hairspray… we’re hopelessly devoted to this party theme.

  • Hawaii 5-0
    Mix up some mai tais and make your way to the beach with this hot and tropical concept.

  • 50 shades of grey
    We’re keeping it PG, don’t worry. Go for a monochrome setup with grey and silver details.

  • Fif-tea party
    Celebrate another year with a quaint and dainty tea party full of sweet pastries, little cucumber sandwiches, and stunning florals.

  • Working 9 to 5(0)
    Throw down for 50 with all things Dolly Parton.

  • RIP to my 40s
    Think dark funeral vibes — but chic. Bonus points if people give eulogies.

  • Fif-tee
    Hit the green with a golf-inspired party. If you’re heading to Topgolf, we’ve got just the Invitations to match.

  • Midlife crisis
    Grab a grey wig, accept that it’s okay to feel totally lost… and make this party feel like a trip to Vegas. It’s time to let loose.

  • Aged to perfection
    It’s time to celebrate the finer things in life — decadent wines, good cheeses, you…

A whole half century! Take a look at our Invitations inspired by the big 5-0. 

55

  • Double nickels
    This theme just makes cent-s!

  • Angel numbers
    The 55 angel number is associated with divine energy — channel the changes of your life with a spiritual celebration.

  • Aged to perfection
    It’s time to celebrate the finer things in life — decadent wines, good cheeses, you…

  • Studio 55
    Everybody disco! Bring the lights of Studio 54 to your 55th year with a dazzling nightclub concept.

  • Speed limit 55
    Sports cars, traffic cones, and signature drinks called “Anti-Freeze” and “Transmission Fluid”. You’re totally on track ;) 🏎️🏁

  • Working 9 to (5)5
    Throw down for 55 with all things Dolly Parton.

This is a fun one! Find a unique design for your 55th birthday party

60

  • Six-tee party
    Hit the green with a golf-inspired party. If you’re heading to Topgolf, we’ve got just the Invitations to match.

  • Six-tea party
    Celebrate another year with a quaint and dainty tea party full of sweet pastries, little cucumber sandwiches, and stunning florals.

  • Groovy 60s gala
    Go-go boots ✅ Tie dye ✅ Bell bottoms ✅

  • Revenge of the 60th
    Never too old for lightsabers and the Death Star.

  • Diamond jubilee
    Diamonds are the gemstone of your 60th birthday! (Feel free to send this to your significant other. 😉😉) Celebrate in style with a day dripping with diamonds.

  • 30, flirty, and thriving (round 2!)
    You don’t look a day over 30 (no, seriously).

Ready to plan yours? Check out our full collection of 60th Birthday Invitations

65

  • Route 66
    Create a truck stop for 65 with gas station snacks and your best road trip playlist on blast.

  • Speed limit 65
    Sports cars, traffic cones, and signature drinks called “Anti-Freeze” and “Transmission Fluid”. You’re totally on track ;) 🏎️🏁

  • Working 9 to (6)5
    Throw down for 65 with all things Dolly Parton.

  • Party Like It’s 1960
    Lean into nostalgia and celebrate the best of the ’60s — aka go-go boots and bell bottoms.

Here’s to 65! Kick things off with one of these special Invitations

70

  • That 70s Show
    Can’t control the weather, Jackie… can control if you have an epic 70th birthday.

  • Seven-tee party
    Hit the green with a golf-inspired party. If you’re heading to Topgolf, we’ve got just the Invitations to match.

  • Seven-tea party
    Celebrate another year with a quaint and dainty tea party full of sweet pastries, little cucumber sandwiches, and stunning florals.

  • Swanky ‘70s soiree
    Get groooovy with bell bottoms, platforms, and a tie dye station.

 

  • Sock Hop
    Break out that old poodle skirt… it’s a dance party!

Happy 70th! Celebrate with a special 70th Birthday Invitation

A couple laughed together while eating at a restaurant.

75

  • Working 9 to (7)5
    Throw down for 75 with all things Dolly Parton.

  • 75th disco
    Disco balls everywhere. That’s it, that’s the party theme.

  • That ’70s Show
    Can’t control the weather, Jackie… can control if you have an epic 75th birthday.

  • Diamond Jubilee
    Diamonds are the gemstone of your 75th birthday! (Feel free to send this to your significant other. 😉😉) Celebrate in style with a day dripping with diamonds.

  • Back in my day
    Ask the birthday person about their favorite memories from childhood and plan their party around that!

75 reasons to PARTY! Get started here

80

  • Eigh-tee party
    Hit the green with a golf-inspired party. If you’re heading to Topgolf, we’ve got just the Invitations to match.

  • Eigh-tea party
    Celebrate another year with a quaint and dainty tea party full of sweet pastries, little cucumber sandwiches, and stunning florals.

  • Back to the ’80s
    Ahh, the time of shoulder pads and scrunchies. Celebrate your 80th year with a nod to the ’80s!
  • Dancing to the oldies
    Looking for a unique and experiential theme? Turn your venue into a jazz club for the night.

  • Back in my day
    Ask the birthday person about their favorite memories from childhood and plan their party around that!

  • Strong as oak
    The 80th birthday gift is centered around oak! Celebrate the strength and resilience of the birthday person with a woodland theme and earthy oak details.

  • 80 for Brady
    80th birthdays are literally our Super Bowl. BTW, jerseys with the birthday person’s name on the back make this theme a total touchdown.

Celebrate your 80th in style with these curated Invitations

90

  • Tie dye (nine)tees
    Get the whole family together with a wholesome tie-dying party!

  • Nine-tee party
    Hit the green with a golf-inspired party. If you’re heading to Topgolf, we’ve got just the Invitations to match.

  • Nine-tea party
    Celebrate another year with a quaint and dainty tea party full of sweet pastries, little cucumber sandwiches, and stunning florals.

  • ’90s nostalgia night
    Give grandpa some frosted tips and throw “Don't Speak” by No Doubt on the karaoke machine — instant recipe for lifelong memories.

Happy 90th! Start your celebration with a custom Invitation

100 

  • Silver Dollar Party
    This theme just makes cent-s! Lean into silver details to celebrate a hundred years of your special person!

  • 100% _____
    Insert your loved one’s name, and make the party all about the little things that are totally 100% them!

  • Roaring ‘20s 
    Think Great Gatsby... art deco details, lively jazz, and all things opulent.

  • 100 grand (candy party)
    A classic candy bar = a totally sweet theme!

  • The party of the century
    Gather every possible party decoration you can think of (confetti, streamers, balloons, etc.) — pull out all the stops! A cute addition: add a photo from every century of the birthday person’s life!

Wow, 100 years! We would be absolutely honored to be a part of your century celebration — explore our 100th birthday party invitations here

As we grow older, we sometimes forget to celebrate our birthdays like we did as kids. We’re here to remind you that EVERY milestone is worth celebrating… and all you need to start is a seriously stellar theme!

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