How to Throw a 40th Surprise Birthday Party

Is the time coming up for that special someone in your life to turn the big 40? If so why not surprise them with a birthday bash on their special day!

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Guest list and invitations
• Birthday cake
• Black balloons and over-the-hill party decor
• Party favors
• Adult party games
• Food of choice
• Refreshments

1. Up to 2 months in advance, compile a guest list of who you will be inviting to the party. Remind them it is a surprise.

2. Set up the party space with over-the-hill party decor, black balloons and tablecloths.

3. Have guests hide until the birthday recipient walks in.

4. Serve light refreshments and birthday cake.

5. Open presents and play games.

Tips & Warnings

• Have guests park their vehicles elsewhere and walk to the party location to prevent a spoiler.
• Confetti, silly string and other crazy party favors are good for 40th birthday parties.
• Order pizza or serve light foods to spare extra work on the hostess.

Resources

• Oriental Trading

[opiper]

on 9/12/2009 Sounds fun and smart jp! I eloped with my parents so why not throw a surprise party for myself? Thanks!

[CBPope]

on 11/11/2008 O-K. Very Interesting:)

[jpwhickson]

on 2/14/2008 I threw a surprise birthday party for myself. The invitations read "For me, by me, don't tell me." Everyone jumped out and yelled surprise after I let them all in and left the room.