What are the best birthday celebration ideas for girlfriend to make her feel like a queen? In this article, we pick the best ways to celebrate your girlfriend’s birthday. Having a loving and caring girlfriend by your side is not something you want to take for granted. And let’s not forget – a whole-hearted gesture is all that she needs sometimes.
You can celebrate your girlfriend’s birthday in many ways. You can throw her a party, take her traveling, or romanticize her over a candlelight dinner date. Is she adventurous, or does she like to stay on the low? What does she like? It would be best if you answered some questions before deciding how to approach the celebration to pull it off successfully. The most important thing is to gift her to you. Give her your time and undivided attention and in a way, let her do what she wants with you.
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Your girlfriend’s birthday is an occasion to celebrate, so do it right. She will cheer you up when you’re feeling down and put a smile on your face. Return the favor. You want to go the extra mile and make her feel special. It’s her day.
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Keep scrolling because we have prepared a list of thoughtful and exciting surprises to make your girlfriend’s birthday unforgettable. So let’s get on it.
Gift her a spa session
Who doesn’t love spa treatments? Men often see spa sessions as a waste of money, yet women adore them. I think it’s because men usually don’t want to give it a chance, as if it will make them less masculine. Truth is, both of you need it from time to time. As an ideal birthday surprise, get her a lovely spa session with a massage to start the day. Join her if you can and if she wants you to. Let that be the perfect intro to what you have prepared for the special day, but make sure she will have the free time to relax. You don’t want her rushing from one side of the city to the other to ensure she manages everything. The spa is all about reaching the zen state. It’s one of the most common girlfriend birthday ideas, and not without reason.
What about cosmetic makeovers?
Let’s not lie – every woman loves to look pretty. Your girlfriend will definitely love a nice makeover. Find a professional stylist and let her play around. Maybe she’ll play around with her hairstyles and makeup and find a completely different look than she usually sports. Why don’t you combine the makeover with the spa if you’ve decided to splurge more significant amounts for this celebration? Let her relax, then she’ll pretty up and get ready for the main course, which can be a restaurant, a concert, or whatever she likes to do socially.
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Treat her to a nice dinner
You know that beautiful restaurant that recently opened in the city and is the latest talk of the town? Now is the time to visit it. Try something you haven’t done before. My girlfriend didn’t like sushi, and you know what I did? I got her the best possible sushi, obviously hurting my wallet in the process, and she couldn’t say no. I mean, she could, but that thing was so tasty she couldn’t stop eating it. Then it became her new favorite meal. So drink some wine, eat desserts, and treat yourself to the finer things in life. Both of you deserve it.
Or prepare the dinner yourself
What’s more romantic than a guy who can cook? Depending on the tools and space you can access, arrange a sweet setup that will sweep her off her feet. Throw some rose petals or lavenders around, light some candles, play some Barry White and pour her a glass of wine as soon as she walks in. If you have a balcony or a rooftop, use it. You can even add fresh flowers when you prepare a dinner table. Get her a lovely dress and perfume and tell her you want her to wear them for the night. Depending on your budget, get creative.
Take her to a concert or festival
Concerts and festivals can be so fun. People nowadays should definitely go to more concerts. For many, sharing and enjoying music is one of the most extraordinary bonds you can create with another person, all while creating memories that will last a lifetime. I love when the electric energy of a live music experience hits me, and I end up in ‘the moment.’ Find a band or an artist that connects you and your girlfriend, and enjoy the show. If you decide to go this route, note that finding a concert that overlaps with your girlfriend’s birthday date will be challenging. That shouldn’t be a problem. Maybe you even end up celebrating her birthday twice.
Throw a party
If your girlfriend is the more social type or even a party beast, gather all the people she cares about and have some fun. Whether at home, a restaurant, or some third option, find a place and atmosphere she likes and throw her a good time. Send out invitations as early as possible. If you’re planning on keeping it a secret, remind the invitees not to say anything to the birthday girl. Make sure your girlfriend is not one of those people who don’t like surprises. If you’re unsure, talk to your girlfriend and ask her how she feels about it. Whatever she says, respect her wishes.
Take her on a vacation
If your girlfriend is celebrating a milestone birthday, such as 30 or 40, take her traveling. It’s an excellent opportunity to go somewhere you have never been. Why not a cruise, or skiing trip? If the budget is tighter, take a one-day trip to a place near you where you share some memories. Most women dream of taking time off for their birthday, and if you can make it happen, you definitely should. If there’s a possibility of a surprise trip, maybe you should do it. That depends on your girlfriend’s character and whether she can take time off work without getting in trouble.
Plan a game night
Invite a couple of friends over and throw your wife a surprise games night featuring her favorite games. Whether it’s a board game, a card game, or a video game, give your girlfriend a chance to let her hair out and wind down with some friendly competition. Game nights can be fun, educational, and memorable. They might even become a tradition if you love them so much.
Cuddle and watch a movie
Two years ago, my girlfriend was pregnant and had only one birthday wish – to stay at home, cuddle, order expensive food and watch a good movie. It’s a (movie) date. More and more people resort to staying at home for special moments, which makes sense. You will reduce all the unnecessary distractions around you and focus only on yourself. The two of you can feel close and enjoy the finer things in life, all without a care in the world. If you need help deciding what to watch, check our list of the 10 best movies of all time, and pick any you have yet to see, trust me.
Girls’ night out
Maybe what your girlfriend wants the most is a night out with her girlfriends. If that’s the case – you organize it. Unless she explicitly mentions she wants to do it herself. Make a reservation at her favorite restaurant or club, and invite some friends to join her. You can surprise her by fakely taking her out for a birthday dinner and then letting her see her friends when she unsuspectingly arrives. If you can, get her a cake. Women love cake. The two of you celebrate it afterward or on your own another time.
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