We know that birthday celebrations need to be more than just healthy – they need to be fun! Below are some ideas to get you started as you plan your next birthday celebration.

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Start an annual tradition. Celebrate in the same place every year, make a traditional meal, or plan an activity you can do on every birthday.

Be seasonal. Think about the seasons when you’re planning your celebration. Plan a picnic for a spring birthday, a hike for an autumn occasion, or ice-skating in the winter months.

Celebrate a life. If you’re marking a milestone birthday, show a photo slideshow or short film of the honoree’s life. The funnier the pictures, the better!

Pick a fun theme, and go all out! Themes are more exciting when all parts of your celebration fit in. Think about what kinds of decorations, costumes, foods, and activities could fit together to create a great themed party.

Preserve your memories. Ask guests to take digital pictures and send them to you after the party so you can create a birthday scrapbook. And post your birthday story and pictures on the Official Birthday Blog.