Unique 25th Birthday Ideas

Turning 25 years old is a milestone in that you are halfway through your 20s and have lived a quarter of a century. Commemorate this birthday with an out-of-the-ordinary celebration. Whether you throw a theme party at home, embark on an adventure or celebrate at a favorite spot, you can create an unforgettable affair on any budget.

Instead of a typical cocktail gathering at home, celebrate the birthday girl's 25th birthday with a sophisticated wine tasting party. Offer two reds and two white wines and to keep the party as fuss-free as possible, pair the wine with platters filled with cheese, crackers, fruit and jam.

If the celebrant is a beer aficionado, celebrate his turning 25 with a beer tasting party. For simplicity, offer just four to five different beers. Sample beers lightest to darkest, or lowest alcohol to highest alcohol content. Take a sip of water or a bite of cracker in between beers to cleanse your palette or pair your beer with food.

Give the birthday celebrant who enjoys drinking bar ware such as a distinctive corkscrew, a fancy wine bottle stopper or a set of beer mugs with a logo of a favorite brew.

Mark your 25th year by turning your home into a speakeasy and throwing a decadent roaring 20s bash. Ask guests to come dressed in theme to add to the overall flair of your party. Add prohibition era vices like bathtub gin in unmarked bottles and candy cigarettes. Play music from the era such as jazz or ragtime. For additional authenticity and an illicit touch, include games such as poker or roulette. For a chic themed gift, give the birthday guy cufflinks that feature dice or a cocktail glass. Present the birthday girl with a strand of faux pearls to wear with her flapper dress.

If the celebrant is an adventurous sort, organize a group lesson such as parasailing to commemorate a 25th year. After gliding through the air, celebrate on the ground with his favorite snacks and beverages.

Perhaps the birthday guy prefers the great outdoors. Celebrate the birthday with a camping trip. After a day of hiking in the wilderness or canoeing down the river, head back to camp and grill a birthday dinner featuring the celebrant's favorite meat. Then finish the meal off with s'mores in lieu of a birthday cake.

For an adventurous and memorable gift, present the guest of honor with lessons to an activity such as rock climbing, tango dancing or the martial arts.

Even though the guest o honor is halfway through her twenties, she can still celebrate like a kid by having her party at a spot that was a childhood favorite. Depending on the season, choose a roller rink or ice skating rink for some energetic fun. Give her a flirty skating skirt and sparkling shoelaces to adorn her skates.

If the birthday guy loved sports growing up, celebrate his 25th birthday at a batting cage or with a game of softball. Afterwards, enjoy traditional baseball fare like hot dogs, peanuts and beer. For a nostalgic gift, present him with packs of vintage baseball cards or a glove and ball.