What to do for parents 30th anniversary

by Emily
(St. Louis)

My parents will celebrate 30yrs next June and I want to do a party. They met and got married in California so if I could tie that in that would be great. They do so much for my kids and I that I want to do something really special for them. I am an only child so it is falling solely on me, I am having my family and my best friends help me out. I wasn't able to do 25yrs so that is why I want to make this extra special. I don't know what to do as far as directions or themes or anything. My parents are pretty laid back people, they are most comfortable in shirts and pants, nothing fancy at all.

Hi Emily

Your 30th wedding anniversary is traditionally celebrated with pearls which can be a great start to your ideas for party plans. Lots of 30th wedding anniversary party ideas here.

Or if you are looking for a more informal party then think about the decade that they were married in, which for your parents would be the 1980s! One of the most fantastic decades for party ideas. If your parents are laid back you could have lots of fun with a 1980's themed party. The shoulder pads, Dynasty, Dallas and the great music could all be themes!

If you want the party more personal dig out old photos of your parents and have those around the room, you could also ask the guests if they can bring their old photos from the eighties too. See if you can find some old posters for California from the eighties as well.

Have fun planning the 30th wedding anniversary party!