1. Escape

Are you not a big fan of birthday parties and in search of unique ways to celebrate your birthday? Why not pack your bags and escape to a faraway destination? Celebrating your birthday somewhere else can be a lot of fun, as you won’t have to do anything. You can take your guy, or even your best friend. It will be low-key, relaxing and fun.

2. Game Night

As you’re getting older, you may think your birthday parties should be more mature every year. But why not plan a game night with friends and feel young again? You can play video games as well as offline games that you used to play in your childhood. It’s fun, it’s silly and you will remember this night for the rest of your life.

3. Cooking Workshop

If you’re into cooking, or if you want to learn how to cook, a cooking workshop with a small group of friends can be a lot of fun. You’ll have plenty of cuisines to choose from, but you can also opt for a cupcake workshop or a chocolate workshop. It’s fun to get messy and to actually create something on your birthday. Some cooking workshops allow you to indulge in your creations at a dinner table afterwards.

4. Karaoke

If you throw yourself a birthday party, or someone else does, you can add a karaoke element to make the party more fun. After a few glasses of booze, karaoke doesn’t seem like such a bad idea at all, and you’ll find that people will remember the night forever. Try to have a mix of modern songs and oldies to bring back memories.

5. Picnic

If you’re looking for a cheap way to celebrate your birthday, you can plan a picnic and ask your guests to each bring one dish. You’ll have a great mix of flavors and snacks, and being outside on your birthday will give you lots of energy. If you want something warm to nibble on, opt for a barbecue.

6. Brunch

If you don’t feel like throwing a party at night and suffering from a hangover the next day, you can always organize a birthday brunch. You can do this either at your favorite brunch spot in town or in your own home. Ask your friends to bring something or go shopping yourself. Mix up some mimosas and there you go - your birthday party is complete.

7. Go Shopping

It’s your birthday, and so it’s totally OK to buy yourself a gift or two. Going shopping on your birthday with a friend or your mom can be a lot of fun, as you’ll be on the road for most of the day, while still feeling special. Don’t forget to stop over at a restaurant to eat some cake.

Although birthdays are fun, they can become rather boring, especially if you celebrate it the same way year after year. Trying something new can make your birthday a lot more fun, and the best thing is that there is something for every budget. How do you like to celebrate your birthdays?