The Best 50th Birthday Party Themes Guide

Half a century is not a milestone to allow to slip by, uncelebrated and unnoticed. When planning this party there's no need to limit yourself to the tried and true. A great 50th birthday is one that has a theme related to the birthday person's interests or the milestone birthday itself. A festive theme is what will really make or break your party. At 50, your friend might not be young enough, or funny enough, to appreciate an "over the hill" party anymore. Think about going with a kinder, gentler approach. Use these 50th birthday party ideas and design the party around activities or a theme that the guest of honor enjoys.  Whether it's a golfer, a gardener or a traveler, you can find a theme that fits the guest of honor. It's a great time to look back at all the good things that have happened and to look forward to all the good things that will happen.

Here are some examples of 50^th birthday themes that you can choose. If the person for whom you are throwing a 50th birthday party has a good sense of humor, you might consider this standard theme as a party idea. The location might be in a graveyard or even a funeral home. The decor is black, and features gravestones plus other funereal paraphernalia. Silver and gray are good accent colors for balloons and party ware. If you're going out to eat, a ride in a limo or hearse is a good touch. Otherwise, plan classic funeral fare, such as sandwiches, cold salads and bars. The 50th anniversary is the golden anniversary, so why shouldn't the 50th birthday be golden, too? This makes an elegant theme for anyone turning 50. Decor should be gold and white, with fancy china and crystal if possible. If desired, look for some items with gold sparkle or glitter. Don't forget some elegant dinner party centerpieces in gold vases. Serve an elegant seated meal, such as lamb or steak, with sides like green beans and caprese salad. Complete the party with a tiered cake with gold decorations and yellow punch and champagne to drink. Play up the nostalgia, because 50 years is a lot of time to remember. Things change over the years so celebrate the past as your 50th birthday party theme. Decor can be pictures of the person's life throughout those 50 years. Look for retro home items at thrift shops to add a little extra ambiance from the past. Fifty is supposed to be an age of maturity, so go for a very sophisticated and mature type of party. Quiet, classical music, three or four good wines, half a dozen good cheeses, and some fancy crackers are all you need to make this party go well. The decorations should be subdued and classic, with linen tablecloths and napkins, and the fancy crystal, china, and silver on the table. Hand out party favors of miniature bottles of wine or liqueur. When it comes to a 50th birthday party, the sky really is the limit. As long as you plan a party that's in line with the birthday person's personality and interests, it's a guarantee that the party will be a success.