{"id":2133,"date":"2021-01-31T09:32:39","date_gmt":"2021-01-30T22:32:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/?p=2133"},"modified":"2021-12-06T03:10:56","modified_gmt":"2021-12-05T16:10:56","slug":"18th-birthday-party-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/18th-birthday-party-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Unforgettable 18th Birthday Party Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We used to live in simpler times. In 1994, life was good. I was living with my family on two acres of property next door to a horse paddock with a dam and rolling plains as far as the eye could see. High school had finished and my parents let me invite 100 friends to my 18<sup>th<\/sup> birthday party held at our semi-rural family homestead.<\/p>\n<p>That my parents let me invite 100 teenagers was unforgettable enough, but the party itself was one I\u2019ll never forget. Some gifts I received (that my parents know about) that I still hold dear today included a silver ring from one of my best friends and a glory box (big wooden chest) from my parents.<\/p>\n<p>I ran amuck with my friends and we lived out all the drama that 18-year-olds enjoy at parties.<\/p>\n<p>The police weren\u2019t called. Everyone got home safely. We all had a great time.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2142 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/app\/uploads\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-big-party.jpg\" alt=\"18th Birthday Party Ideas - Big Party\" width=\"670\" height=\"447\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-big-party.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-big-party-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-big-party-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 670px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 670\/447;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>But that was 21 years ago. Back before Facebook existed! Back before gate crashers were a force to be reckoned with! Things are a little different now. Today, teenagers and parents have to be much more creative in their choice of party. So I\u2019ve compiled a list of 18th party ideas that, importantly:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t require 100 people attending in order to be enjoyed.<\/li>\n<li>Involve rather than exclude people under 18 who don\u2019t drink.<\/li>\n<li>Won\u2019t end up on the evening news!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So check out the 10 unforgettable 18<sup>th<\/sup> birthday party ideas below and be sure to let us know if you have any other ideas you\u2019d like to share.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Weekend Adventure Party<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2136 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/app\/uploads\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-adventure-weekend-low.jpg\" alt=\"18th Birthday Party Ideas - Adventure Weekend - Water Skiing\" width=\"670\" height=\"447\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-adventure-weekend-low.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-adventure-weekend-low-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-adventure-weekend-low-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 670px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 670\/447;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ideal for 18-year-olds who are into physical activity and physical fun, having a weekend adventure is an opportunity to enjoy clean air, good company, great food, and plenty of wholesome excitement. Accommodation options, depending on budget, may include camping, cabins, a house for hire, or a hotel.<\/p>\n<p>Before deciding where to stay, have a good think about the types of activities the group might enjoy \u2013 and don\u2019t be afraid to make them challenging and strenuous! An early night, as a result of healthy exhaustion, can only be a good thing!<\/p>\n<p>Ideas for activities to consider include sailing, kayaking, bushwalking, or horseback riding.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever you decide to stay, be sure your guests know the ground rules and consider safety. Follow all the guidelines set by local authorities and make sure they\u2019re clearly communicated to the group.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Movie Marathon Slumber Party<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2137 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/app\/uploads\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-movie-night-low.jpg\" alt=\"18th Birthday Party Ideas - Movie Marathon Slumber Party\" width=\"670\" height=\"447\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-movie-night-low.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-movie-night-low-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-movie-night-low-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 670px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 670\/447;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for 18th birthday party ideas that are a little more relaxed, turn your home into a cinema. Hire a home cinema system and screen an all-night movie marathon of new releases or old classics \u2013 whatever rocks your teenager&#8217;s boat.<\/p>\n<p>Transform the space into an authentic cinema experience with popcorn, soft drinks, hot dogs, chips, and candy galore. Hire a popcorn machine and fairy floss machine.<\/p>\n<p>Invitations can be created as movie tickets and the space can include beanbags, mattresses, cushions, etc.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s up to your house rules and your child\u2019s preference whether they want all girls, all boys or a mix of both. The great thing about this idea is that, even if there are boys and girls staying overnight, no-one\u2019s going to get up to too much mischief if they\u2019re all sleeping in the same room as each other!<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid to offer all the other trappings of a traditional all-girls slumber party \u2013 facials, nail polishing. The teenage boys will love having a go as well.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Casino Party<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2138 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/app\/uploads\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-casino-night-low.jpg\" alt=\"18th Birthday Party Ideas - Casino Night\" width=\"670\" height=\"510\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-casino-night-low.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-casino-night-low-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-casino-night-low-150x114.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 670px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 670\/510;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Bring the sophistication of a casino into a safe space at home where the bets are smaller and the risks are few! There are an abundance of casino themed party supplies you can buy online to make a real splash.<\/p>\n<p>To mix things up, make the dress code Black Tie or invite guests to dress up in Gangster and Flapper costumes or James Bond\/Bond Girl inspired outfits \u2013 both respectable, good-looking 18th birthday themes.<\/p>\n<p>Play Texas Hold&#8217;em Poker, Black Jack, or Roulette. Hire the equipment you need; options range from simple tables to spectacular lit up LED designs.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t know anyone to run the show, you can even hire the full Casino experience complete with the host.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Bonfire Party<\/h2>\n<p>Something like this is ideal for a rural or beach location, but before firming up the event be sure you have any necessary public permits and that your local community doesn\u2019t have fire restrictions! The last thing you want is the fire department or the police shutting down the fun.<\/p>\n<p>Provide structure around the evening by inviting each guest to prepare some performances to share with the group \u2013 it might be singing, guitar, drumming, storytelling, or slam poetry.<\/p>\n<p>Marshmallow roasting is compulsory. Drinking may be welcome, but if it\u2019s held in a public place there may be restrictions. If it\u2019s held on private property, that\u2019s completely your call &#8211; and up to you to supervise.<\/p>\n<p>This is not meant to be a sleepover event or an out-of-control rager with over 100 people. More of a chilled night sharing performance with 20-30 friends. Once the party is over, everyone can make their way home.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Royalty Dinner<\/h2>\n<p>Is your 18-year-old daughter a princess? Or your 18-year-old son a prince? Give him or her the mantle of Queen or King for the night and be royal.<\/p>\n<p>The guy in the video below is not only hilarious but has some great ideas. All your friends will have so much fun pretending to be royal for the night. I mean, there\u2019s nothing more fun than poking fun at royalty right?<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Royalty Party Ideas : Party Planning\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6VYGL3yXQXw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>6. Master Class<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2139 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/app\/uploads\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-cooking-class-low.jpg\" alt=\"18th Birthday Party Ideas - Cooking Class\" width=\"670\" height=\"447\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-cooking-class-low.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-cooking-class-low-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-cooking-class-low-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 670px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 670\/447;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At 18 there is so much living and learning ahead so why not combine the two and get everyone off to enjoy a master class? Nothing boring! We\u2019re not talking about how to make pikelets. Here\u2019s a list of ideas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Surfing<\/li>\n<li>Diving<\/li>\n<li>Pasta Making<\/li>\n<li>Barista Basics<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate Tasting<\/li>\n<li>Life Drawing<\/li>\n<li>Bellydancing<\/li>\n<li>Makeup Application<\/li>\n<li>Organic Cooking<\/li>\n<li>Cocktail Mixing<\/li>\n<li>Archery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>7. German Sparkle Party<\/h2>\n<p>What is a German Sparkle Party you ask? Well, you simply haven\u2019t lived until you\u2019ve attended one, so be the first off the rank to host one of the coolest 18th birthday party ideas around.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Do you like to Party-party?<br \/>\nYes, I like to Party-party.<br \/>\nDo you like to Dancy-dance?<br \/>\nYes, I wore my party Pants.<br \/>\nI like German Sparkle Party.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Full of techno music, this is essentially a themed costume party where those who attend wear anything sequined or glittery or glow mesh!<\/p>\n<p>Think sequined skirts, sequined ties.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"&quot;German Sparkle Party&quot; by The Something Experience (.com) official video\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/f-jN3vH26NQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Yes, I wore my rubber boots.<br \/>\nYes, I wore my rubber boots.<br \/>\nRubber boots to dancy-dance,<br \/>\nRubber boots and party pants!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>You don\u2019t need 100 people to make this party work. 99 will be&nbsp;just fine. Have fun, kids!<\/p>\n<h2>8. Zombie Party<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to 18th birthday party ideas that are a bit more out there, why not try a Zombie Party? Sure, you can have a simple zombie fancy dress party as an 18<sup>th<\/sup>. Or instead, you can play Zombie Tag or Humans Versus Zombies!!!<\/p>\n<p>What does that entail, exactly? Well, you\u2019ll find all you need to know and more at this <a href=\"https:\/\/humansvszombies.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">amazing Humans Vs Zombies resource<\/a>. Essentially, human players must &#8220;remain vigilant and defend themselves with socks and dart blasters to avoid being tagged by a growing zombie horde&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>If your 18-year-old is into Comic-con, CosPlay, or Zombie Walks, this is the party for them.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Board Game Party<\/h2>\n<p>Every parent\u2019s dream, a Board Game Party simply involves all guests bringing along a board game. Set up a game table in 4-5 spaces inside and outside the house. Mix up the 18th birthday party decorations to give every room a different theme or feel. The idea is that friends pick a game they\u2019d like to play and rotate from room to room depending on what they\u2019d like to play next. This is a wonderful \u2018getting to know you\u2019 exercise without the need for alcohol consumption.<\/p>\n<p>Great for an 18-year-old who enjoys the company of their close-knit group of friends or who wants to invite people of all ages along to the party.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2140 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/app\/uploads\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-horror-fancy-dress-low.jpg\" alt=\"18th Birthday Party Ideas - Horror Fancy Dress\" width=\"670\" height=\"447\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-horror-fancy-dress-low.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-horror-fancy-dress-low-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-horror-fancy-dress-low-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 670px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 670\/447;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>10. Fancy Dress Party<\/h2>\n<p>Who doesn\u2019t know what this is? No-one! Make something up or choose from one of the 18th birthday party themes below and get everyone to come along dressed as that theme! The wackier the theme the better! Try themes such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Wild West<\/li>\n<li>High School<\/li>\n<li>Pirates<\/li>\n<li>A coloured theme<\/li>\n<li>Sci-Fi<\/li>\n<li>Any era, like the &#8217;70s or &#8217;80s!<\/li>\n<li>Beach<\/li>\n<li>Horror<\/li>\n<li>Jungle<\/li>\n<li>Animal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What do you think of these 18th birthday party ideas? Which one would you try?<\/p>\n<p>And what do you gift your friend or family member who\u2019s celebrating their 18<sup>th<\/sup> birthday? Well, that\u2019s easy. Here at Canvas Factory, we have some of the coolest canvas gifts in town \u2013 a perfect way to celebrate this important milestone. Source some photos of friends or family and create a memory collage that will last forever. This Modish 12 collage design, below, is available for purchase. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/modish-shape-collage\">Make your own now<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2145 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/app\/uploads\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-modish-design-low.jpg\" alt=\"18th Birthday Party Ideas - Teenager Modish Canvas Collage\" width=\"670\" height=\"447\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-modish-design-low.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-modish-design-low-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/18th-birthday-party-ideas-modish-design-low-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 670px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 670\/447;\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrating an 18th soon? Check out these 10 unforgettable 18th birthday party ideas. These fun ideas are suitable for everyone and don\u2019t require a guestlist of 100 people to enjoy! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":8251,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[93],"tags":[239],"class_list":["post-2133","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-birthday-party-ideas","tag-birthday-gift-ideas"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2133","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2133"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2133\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8663,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2133\/revisions\/8663"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8251"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2133"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2133"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecanvasfactory.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2133"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}