Birthdays

Planning a birthday or looking for a birthday wish? Whether you’re celebrating someone turning 1 or 81, we’ve compiled ideas for every type of birthday party. Find unique decor that reflects your style or fun party games to keep everyone entertained. Tiny moments of joy, like blowing out birthday candles with family and friends, are not only important, they’re a time to celebrate your life so far and look ahead to the future. We compiled a list of ideas and resources to make sure your birthday celebrations are worth remembering. Keep scrolling to discover the best party ideas for every big birthday, from where to go to themes, decoration, activities, food, and more!

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February 8, 2024

The Best Online Invitation Maker

When throwing a party, Shutterfly’s invitation maker should be the first place you look to create unique and personalized invitations. Whatever the event, we have different design templates and more customization opportunities on our invitation maker. 8 min read

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November 30, 2023

90+ Birthday Instagram Captions for Anyone

Find the perfect birthday Instagram captions to make your loved ones feel extra special on their big day. From heartfelt messages to funny and clever lines, discover a wide range of caption ideas to accompany your birthday posts. 9 min read

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November 21, 2023

Best Online Calendar Maker for 2024

If you're searching for a calendar maker, then you've come to the right place! We offer a variety of templates to help you make your own calendar that can be personalized for your needs. Try out your design skills to help you organize your schedule. 5 min read

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September 21, 2023

How to Write Thank You Messages for Birthday Wishes

Looking for the right words to say thank you to your friends and loved ones after they have wished you well on your birthday? Thank them with a personalized thank you message for their birthday wishes they gave you this year and how grateful you are. 8 min read

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September 19, 2023

Invitation Etiquette

Whether for a birthday celebration, a wedding, a baby shower, anniversary, graduation, or a formal holiday party, lean on our helpful guide for tips on invitation etiquette, from style and wording through RSVPs and the art of saying thank you. 4 min read

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September 6, 2023

How To Make the Best 50th Birthday Party Invitations

Ensure your 50th birthday bash is one to remember with a custom birthday invitation that sets the tone for your event. Following these five easy steps, you'll create a truly memorable 50th birthday invite with Shutterfly. 4 min read

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August 31, 2023

How to Make 60th Birthday Invitations Online

Reaching the milestone of a 60th birthday is a cause for celebration with friends and family. Our guide will walk you through five simple steps to create a standout birthday party invitation that will make an immediate impression. 4 min read

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August 30, 2023

20+ Unique Birthday Gift Ideas

Celebrate someone you love with personalized birthday gifts from Shutterfly. With our vast selection of gift ideas, you can personalize something special for everyone on your list. 6 min read

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August 15, 2023

The Best Happy Belated Birthday Wishes

Birthdays are about more than just the day—they're about celebrating life and the bonds that make it special. Lean on our helpful guide to the best belated happy birthday wishes when sending greetings a bit later than planned. 3 min read

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July 28, 2023

The Best Birthday Hashtags for 2024

Birthdays are all about celebrating and connecting, and in the modern age, this means announcing your big day (or birthday party) with the best birthday hashtags. Lean on our amazing collection of bday hashtags to tag your friends and family on social media, boost your reach, and get maximum engagement. 3 min read

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July 20, 2023

The Best Birthday Invitation Wording Tips, Ideas, and Examples

Whether it's a milestone birthday, a themed or surprise party, or a simple, intimate gathering, crafting the right birthday invitation wording is essential to make your guests feel excited and eager to attend. Check out our guide to find the best tips, ideas, and examples to help you create impactful invitations, whether fun or formal. 6 min read

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July 11, 2023

Summer Party Ideas and Themes for 2024

Warm weather calls for a fun summer party with family and friends. Whether you’re celebrating a kid’s birthday or working with your neighbors on the annual block party idea, we’ve provided a creative list of summer party ideas to get the party started. 8 min read

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