4. Take a camping trip to help him connect with nature
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Some guys would prefer spending time in the great outdoors with a group of close friends over a regular party. If that’s the case, a special birthday camping trip is a wonderful choice.
Picture this: you’re all sitting around the campfire, stars twinkling overhead as you reminisce about favorite memories and discuss what you like about the birthday guy. Sounds great, right? Be sure to book the perfect cabin through Peerspace to procure a comfy camping venue near you.
While there are literally hundreds of options on Peerspace, our friends in Maine might consider booking this rustic camping venue with gorgeous lake and mountain views in Naples. It’s a 180-acre facility that provides you with private cabins and optional activities, like kayaking and zip lining!
Enjoy more camping activity suggestions and bookable camping venues with our camping party ideas article!
5. Go to a sports game and cheer on his favorite team
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Another alternative to the standard birthday party for those who prefer to hang out with smaller groups of friends is a trip to a sports game to watch their favorite team. Whether it’s football, basketball, baseball, or hockey, this will make for a fun and memorable day that might well be a big improvement over a regular party.
Make it even more special by booking a bar venue through Peerspace, like this sports lounge with a 16-foot media wall in Elkhart, IN. With a bar, high-top and lounge seating, several games playing at once, and personalized service, it’s the perfect spot for a sports lover and all of his friends.
6. Catch a great concert to create new memories
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Did you hear that one of your favorite musicians is on tour and will be in your area around the time of your upcoming birthday? If so, here’s yet another 40th birthday idea for men who don’t want to have a party. Instead, rock out to music you love while welcoming the next decade of your life in style.
7. Hit the lanes with a bowling party
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If you’re the kind of person who wants your birthday celebration centered around an activity rather than unstructured socializing, consider a trip to the bowling alley! If you prefer to enjoy a bowling alley just to yourselves, check out Peerspace for options near you.
For instance, there’s this private bowling alley in Seattle, WA (pictured above). It’s a private space with two bowling lanes, a wet bar, a projector, and comfy seating.
Spend an afternoon here and there are sure to be lots of laughs. The competitive atmosphere will also make this one of those fun and engaging 40th birthday ideas for men.
8. Reflect on the past while looking forward to the future
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A 40th birthday is an ideal chance to reflect on the past four decades of your life and how you got to where you are now. Consider putting together a slideshow of old photos or having a loved one do so, making sure you include photos of yourself and your friends and your record of all the best memories you had together over the years.
9. Make it a karaoke night and sing your heart out
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If you and your friends love to sing, head out to a local karaoke place or rent the A/V equipment to do karaoke at home and sing your heart out! Singing some of your old favorites is another way to reflect on your past as your birthday prompts you to look toward your future.
Want to get out of the house for a few hours? Then you can also rent this colorful and fun karaoke bar in Los Angeles that provides the equipment, has a BYOB policy, and is spacious enough for 40 guests.
“Used this space for a karaoke birthday party and everyone had an absolute TIME,” shares a Peerspace reviewer. “So fun and so nice to not have to decorate because the space is perfect just the way it is. Joseph was also an incredible and accommodating host who was super responsive with all my questions leading up to the night. 1000% would recommend booking this space over and over again!”
We have even more memorable 40th birthday party ideas here!