Theme the party. Choose a theme that your friend will love, and decorate accordingly. Some popular themes for 40th birthday parties include:
* Disco fever
* A night in Paris
* Hollywood glam
* A tropical paradise
Serve up some delicious food and drinks. No party would be complete without food and drinks! Be sure to have a variety of options available to cater to everyone's taste. Some popular choices include:
* Finger foods
* Buffet dinner
* Signature cocktails
* Mocktails
Get the music going! No party is complete without music! Create a playlist of the guest of honor's favorite songs, or hire a DJ to keep the party going.
Have some fun activities planned. Plan some fun activities to keep your guests entertained throughout the night. Some popular choices include:
* Karaoke
* Dancing
* Photo booth
* Games
Give the guest of honor a special gift. A thoughtful gift will show the guest of honor how much you care. Some popular gift ideas for 40th birthdays include:
* Jewelry
* Gift certificate to a favorite store
* Tickets to a concert or show
* A framed photo of the two of you
Make a toast to the guest of honor. At some point during the night, take a moment to raise a glass and toast to the guest of honor. This is a great opportunity to express your love and appreciation for them.