Five birthday celebration ideas that are better than your usual bar crawl
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When it comes to organising a birthday celebration, most of us fall into the habit of leaving it to the last minute and simply booking a bar or club as default, leaving your celebration feeling as ordinary as the last.
Here are five places perfect for a wholesome, fun, celebratory gathering that won’t cause you birthday stress, and are bound to impress.
Perfuming and Candle Making at Instala DIY Studio
Remember your childhood birthday parties, which were always filled with arts and crafts? Well, why not take a page from your younger self and express your inner creative side with Instala DIY Studios?
With six different creative workshops available, from perfume and candle making to Fluid Bear designing and jewellery creation, there is an option for all. All workshops are beginner-friendly, with step-by-step instructions provided by the friendly Instala staff. Additionally, the venue is BYO-friendly, meaning you have the freedom to enjoy your own beverages while creating a personalised masterpiece you are sure to love.
63/30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon | instalastudio.com
Self-care over cocktails
The H Dispensary is the event spot for all things wellness and healing. If you are looking for a way to cleanse yourself during your birthday season, check out the H Dispensary events held every month.
In late August, you can attend The Sweet Kitchen Apothecary session for cooking classes that combine medicine and healing with indulgent flavours. As you spend the day creating intentionally functional foods, you’ll gain lifelong skills from naturopath and nutritionist Brenda Rodgers. However, if you prefer to heal through a warm cup of tea, look at the Art of Chai workshop in August, or the Hibiscus Tea Ceremony in September.
Regardless of the event you end up attending, there are new options every month helping you reach whichever health or healing goal you may have. But ensure to be quick if you see an event that interests you – events are only available on one day and change every month!
6 Barker Street, Griffith | thehdispensary.com
Puppies and yoga? It really is my birthday!
Puppy yoga truly must be the best invention of the century. For those of you who don’t know what puppy yoga is – quite literally is what it sounds like – it’s a great way to get your body moving whilst being surrounded by adorable fluffy babies.
Luckily for Canberrans, some great places offer puppy yoga. Yoga Paws have events around Canberra at varied studios, offering a feel-good experience which encourages movement through the form of adorable puppies of all breeds. Paw and Poses is another company offering puppy yoga with specific bread themed session.
An important thing to note is that both companies prioritise the wellbeing of their pooches, adhering to all welfare standards, and allowing them to guide their own session. This means whether they choose to play or rest, the choice is theirs.
Puppy yoga is not only a great way to celebrate your birthday and get in your daily movement, but also helps to prepare puppies for their future homes, allowing them to socialise in a safe space. Be sure to look on Yoga Paws and Paw and Poses, as session dates, times and locations vary per month.
Multiple locations | yogapawsbrisbane.com | pawsandposes.com.au
An oldy but a goody, Paint and Sip is your next birthday event
This one is for those who still love to have a bevvy to celebrate their birthday. Paint and Sip is the perfect activity for those who tend to get creative when they’re a few drinks in. As you select from the many painting options available, follow the instructor as they take you on a guided tour leading to an artwork you are bound to be proud of.
Whether you attend Paint Pinot (which has wine and grazing platters available), or Pinot and Picasso, or Class Bento for BYO, there are places around Canberra to fulfil your artistic needs this birthday season.
Multiple locations | paintpinot.com.au | pinotandpicasso.com.au | classbento.com.au
Whether you prefer Italy or Mexico, there is a bottomless brunch calling your name!
Nothing says stylish yet fun dining experience like a bottomless brunch. And who doesn’t love dressing up to eat delicious food and drink endless cocktails?
If you are looking for a birthday trip to Italy for a fraction of the price, Amici Wine Bar Deli does a luxurious cheese and charcuterie platter and cannoli, paired perfectly with their famous Aperol spirts and bottomless mimosas. Available Friday to Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm, you’ll enjoy 90 minutes of dining with your amici*
If you are, however, craving something spicy for your birthday, check out Palomas in Braddon for a bottomless brunch filled with tacos and tequila. Available on Saturdays from 12 pm to 4 pm, take in the fiesta vibes as you eat Mexican fried chicken, and wash it down with one of Palomas specialty cocktails (including alcoholic slushies!)
Regardless of which venue you chose to celebrate your birthday, a bottomless brunch is the perfect, elevated experience that will make your special day stand out.
(*friends in Italian. Sorry, I had to).
27 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra City and 2/5 Lonsdale Street, Braddon | amici.bar | palomas.bar
