60th Birthday Party Ideas

A 60th birthday party is the perfect opportunity to show a close friend or loved one how special they are. Over the course of 60 years, they accomplished amazing feats, forged unbreakable friendships, and created an incredible legacy. Highlight all these wonderful qualities with a matching birthday party. If you’re looking for inspiration to start planning your party, don’t worry. We’ve put together a few birthday ideas and themes just for you.

Themes for the 60th anniversary

The best birthday themes are the ones that capture the recipient’s spirit. When choosing a theme for your birthday party, ask yourself what the birthday guest of honor would like. Are they more formal or casual? Do they prefer outdoor or indoor settings? Some honored guests choose to take part in the planning of the party. Make sure whatever you decide to do matches the personality of the birthday guest. Here are some theme ideas for any birthday if you want some inspiration.

Then and now theme

Use children’s and old photos of the guest of honor. Pair them with current photos to show how far they’ve come. Match the first day of school photos with the first day of work, and so on. You can also include family photos to show the legacy they have created. Colors that work great with this theme include black, gold, and silver. Include a timeline where guests can add some of their favorite birthday memories.

Surprise Party Theme

Surprise parties can be a lot of fun. Just focus on the unexpected care shown instead of being scared to jump. Decorate the venue in their favorite colors, include their favorite foods, and invite all your friends and family. Just remember to tell your guests about your surprise from the very beginning. Throw in a scavenger hunt at the start with a party destination as a last clue for a fun twist.

60 messages from friends and relatives

Take the opportunity to shower the birthday boy with love in the 60s. Ask friends and family members to write 60 handwritten messages. You can store these messages in a large glass jar, turn them into a photo book, or create a video. This theme is well done with lots of family and friends photos hanging up and including a toast to the guest of honor.

60th Birthday Ideas for Mom

Your mom deserves the best party you can throw, so where do you start? Start by finding the perfect theme that celebrates who she is and how much she is loved. The following 60th birthday party ideas for women are great ways to have fun and show your mom that you care about her.

60s Decade Party

Dresses with hoop skirts, lots of plaid dresses and lots of dancing: what could be better than celebrating a birthday? This theme is extra fun because it brings the awardee back to their childhood of a decade. Incorporate punch and other 60s favorites like fried eggs and fondue for a totally groovy theme.

Kiss and hug party

This is a very sweet birthday theme. Fill glass jars or other decorative containers with 60 chocolate kisses for decoration. Also, feel free to sprinkle Hershey’s kisses on the table rails or around the appetizer/dessert table.

Hooray under 60 (with wine)

This theme is geared towards the wine lover in your family. Show off the winner’s favorite labels and invite guests to bring their own. Then as the main event, a blind wine tasting. It’s the perfect way to turn on the recipient’s favorite hobby and also start the party. For more tips on how to host a successful wine tasting, check out these wine tasting ideas . Then, once the party is over, send guests home with their own personalized glass of wine as the perfect party favor.

60th Birthday Ideas for Dad

Your father was by your side every step of the way. You’re dying to throw him the perfect party, but you struggle to pick the right theme. Check out these tried and true 60th birthday party themes for men.

Cheers to 60 (with beer)

Everyone knows he’s a consummate Brewer, so celebrate his birthday with beer and applause. Bring his favorite drink and consider hiring a bartender for some local beers on tap. This is the perfect theme for an outdoor party and goes great with a BBQ. And when the day is over, you can send guests home with their own personal pint glass.

Vintage Theme Party

He is of the old school, and his party must match. Create a vintage themed birthday event with lots of old photos of the recipient. Also decorate them with sepia-colored decor and old-fashioned food and drink. Plus, you can let guests know what to expect from vintage birthday invitations from the get-go.

Male Birthday

This is a very funny topic when it comes to jewelry. Think wooden crates, metal inserts, and lots of burlap. The outdoor venue is non-negotiable but will help you host the ultimate party. Include whiskeys and bourbons, as well as his favorite meaty foods to eat and drink. Ask all guests to come dressed in flannel for fun timeless photos.

60th Anniversary Party Fun Ideas

Entertainment brings the party to life. Make sure your party has something for the guests to enjoy and talk about in years to come. Here are some of our favorite ideas:

• live music. Invite a live band to play all of the winner’s favorite hits. It will make everyone at your party dance the night away.
• Party Games. Party games are a great way to include all ages in one activity. For more inspiration, check out our resource for fun party games.
• Toast. Let’s drink to the guest of honor and all the amazing things they’ve done.
• Movie night. Turn the party into a relaxing movie night by setting up a large outdoor screen and playing the winner’s favorite classic.
• slide show. Play a slideshow of the winner, their friends and family members. It makes for a fun and memorable highlight of a great party.

60th Anniversary Party Decoration Ideas

Decor makes all the difference in whether or not a party looks together. Make sure whatever decor you choose is high quality. Common decorations include balloons, banners, streamers, signs and more. Also, the more creative you are, the more options you have when creating your holiday decorations. Consider including a chronology of great accomplishments so far in the recipient’s life. You can also use good messages from loved ones in jewelry. Just make sure whatever you use has the guest of honor in mind.

60th Anniversary Party Ideas

Send your guests home with something special. These 60th birthday party ideas are sure to keep your guests talking about the celebration for years to come. Check out the ideas below:

• Personalized wine or pint glasses
• Customized Beer Opener
• Photo mugs
• glasses
• Individual Candles

60th Anniversary Party Invitation Ideas

Once you’ve chosen a theme for your party, you can start sending out invitations. Let your guests know at least three to five weeks in advance. Try using invitations that match the theme of the party . For example, use then and now birthday invitations for a photo-centered theme. Or if you’re throwing a birthday surprise, let your guests know as soon as possible with a surprise party invitation .

Also, be sure to include all important information on the invitations. This includes the who, what, when, where and why of the party. For more information, check out our resource on what to include on party invitations, or our guide to wording party invitations .