Special occasions mean making incredible memories with your friends. From simply chilling out to planning an all-out party weekend, there are so many ways to mark an occasion and have a great time together in the process.
Milestones mean bonding opportunities, so it’s worth knowing how to plan according to your taste, style and budget. Whether it’s a birthday or an anniversary, we’ve outlined a few of our favourite ideas for celebrating in this article.
Our top 4 ideas for memorable celebrations with friends
- Plan a surprise
Organising a surprise party is one of the most thoughtful ways to celebrate a special milestone event. The hard part is keeping the secret, though, so you might need to coordinate the finer details with their loved ones. Try not to mention it in front of them, even in code!
Getting the surprise right is sure to turn into one of the most memorable days for your friend. You could even try to convince them that they’re going to a different function: if they already know they’re going out, they might not be quite as suspicious!
- Go on a trip together
Planning a weekend getaway with your friends is one of the most fantastic ways to celebrate a milestone occasion. Whether it’s a four-day road trip, a weekend beach holiday or a quick-stop adventure in a new city, travelling together could be the best way to go about it.
If you’ve never been on holiday together before, it’s worth going in a small group size. Set your expectations from the start and try not to put too much pressure on the group. With a budget and a few ideas for your itinerary in mind, you’ll be sure to make the celebration one to remember.
- Host a dinner party
Why not gather for a special dinner party?
Whether you choose to host it at home or book a table at your favourite restaurant, you could have a wonderful time and celebrate with a toast to the occasion. Hosting some games could be a wonderful way to add some excitement to the evening, so why not play themed Deal or No Deal bingo? Expect thrills, suspense, and belly laughter!
At home, you could pick out your friend’s favourite ingredients beforehand and then invite your nearest and dearest to prepare a delicious meal. Why not toast to the occasion or book a table on an outdoor terrace and talk the night away under the stars?
- Volunteer together
Lastly, it feels good to make a difference, so why not volunteer together?
In doing so, you could raise money for a charity with a cause that’s close to your friend’s heart. Whether you run an official timed event like the Leeds 10k or think of your own ways to fundraise together, the possibilities are vast. You could help at a charity, visit a local community venue, or even cook homemade cakes for a charity bake sale.
No matter what you choose, it’s sure to be a meaningful experience if you do it together.