Top 5 50th Birthday Party Ideas

Level 50 Unlocked – Top Tips for 50th Birthday parties

So what makes a memorable 50th?

A key thing to remember when booking entertainment for a 50th Birthday Party is to try to provide something which is both unique AND nostalgic.

It’s important to note that your target audience will be attracted to games and entertainment from their youth. For example, a 50 year old in 2025 will gravitate to games from 1985 – 1995 as they would have been 10 – 20 years old at that time.

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Arcade Games

1985 to 1995 was the golden era of arcade games. You could create a nostalgic atmosphere by hiring some contemporary arcade games from this era such as ‘Super Mario’ or ‘Tetris’.

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80’s and 90’s Movie Themes

Targeting some popular movie themes from the era could be a hit! Perhaps try a ‘Top Gun’ theme or ‘Back to the Future’ theme as these were the main big screen fixtures of the time.

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Popular 80’s and 90’s Music

Every event needs a top notch playlist! Why not incorporate some of the most popular artists from the era to tie in the theme of your event? For example, Madonna, Michael Jackson or Nirvana.

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80’s and 90’s Dress Code

From the leg warmers and bright colours of the mid 80s to the ripped jeans and flannel shirts of the ‘grunge’movement of the mid 90s, a dress code is a great way of extending the theme to all of your guests and making them a part of your event!

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80’s and 90’s Toys and Collectibles

From the leg warmers and bright colours of the mid 80s to the ripped jeans and flannel shirts of the ‘grunge’movement of the mid 90s, a dress code is a great way of extending the theme to all of your guests and making them a part of your event!

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