23 Unique 23rd Birthday Ideas

Are you turning 23 this year? Congratulations! We at Peerspace love helping people make amazing memories that last a lifetime! So let us inspire your party plans with some truly unique 23rd birthday ideas. From DIY crafts to fine dining, our birthday ideas offer something for everyone!

1. Make a birthday keepsake during a pottery class

Birthday parties can be anything you want; after all, it’s your special day! So how about taking a pottery class with your friends? Whether you’re all pros or new to working clay, a pottery class gives everyone the chance to leave with something special to remember your birthday by.

2. Hire a professional chef for a private dinner

Dinner at a nice restaurant is a common 23rd birthday idea, but what if we want to make a meal more memorable? How about booking a private dining room and hiring a professional chef to make your favorite dishes? You won’t be limited by a restaurant menu this way. Plus, you’ll have only your friends and family around in a private dining room!

Have you seen some of the dinner venues we have? For example, this sunlit loft venue in downtown Los Angeles, CA, includes a full kitchen for your hired chef to make the birthday meal of your dreams!

3. Invite your besties to a slumber party

Slumber parties are fun for all ages! So how about bringing your friends over for some wine, snacks, and in-person games? Make sure everyone brings their best pajamas and a few ideas for which movies to watch! 

4. Get competitive at a paintball arena

Looking for more competitive 23rd birthday ideas? Head to a nearby paintball arena and play some combat sports! Paintball arenas typically have gear rentals if you have none of your own. Not to mention private party rooms for food and drinks before and after a few paintball games!

5. Book a food tour for a unique culinary experience

How well do you know your home city’s restaurant and food truck scene? A 23rd birthday is the perfect opportunity to take a food tour! Food tours can be solo, couples, or private group experiences where a knowledgeable insider brings you to local restaurants, bars, and other culinary hotspots.

6. Hire a professional photographer for a birthday photoshoot

23 is a year to remember! Make it even more special with a birthday photoshoot. Don’t rely on cellphone selfies, though. Hire a professional photographer near you who can bring extra lights and lenses that really capture you at your best inside their studio or at your party venue!

These sick 23rd birthday photoshoot ideas are just what you need for this birthday suggestion. Check them out!

7. Have a backyard birthday BBQ

Backyard barbecues are truly nostalgic ways to celebrate a birthday or other special occasion, especially if your birthday is on a summer or autumn date. But what if you live in an apartment or other space that doesn’t include a backyard or BBQ pit? Think about renting a home through Peerspace! The right rental home includes not just a BBQ but other amenities like swimming pools, outdoor movie screens, and volleyball nets.

8. Make some art with a paint-and-sip party

Paint and sip events are wonderful because you can work this 23rd birthday idea into any party plan! All you need are some canvases, enough paint for everyone, and your favorite wine. If your group wants a little direction, think about booking a painting instructor too.

9. Sample a bit of everything with a charcuterie party

Charcuterie and food boards are the perfect 23rd birthday party idea for people who love to graze! Instead of having main dishes some people won’t be into, charcuterie spreads include enough of everything to please everyone. Need some ideas? Check out Peerspace’s favorite food board ideas to get you started!

10. Be a homebody with a board game night

You don’t have to hit local bars or have a crazy party; low-key 23rd birthday ideas are just as valid! A chill night with a few of your favorite people playing board games is just as meaningful, after all. All you need are a few of our favorite board game ideas, snacks, and good company.

11. Travel somewhere new for your birthday

How adventurous are you feeling? Your 23rd birthday is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to visit somewhere new to celebrate! You could visit a small town outside your city or even visit a party destination. Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, and other big cities welcome thousands of people a year looking to welcome a new birthday year in style!

12. Head outdoors for a garden tea party

Dress your best and head outside for a garden tea party! Spring and summer birthdays are the best time to host a tea party outside. Don’t forget to choose some chic tea party food ideas and outfit ideas to make it a memorable affair.

13. Book a game room or arcade for a day of video games

Are many of your friends avid gamers? How about inviting everyone over for a day of console, arcade, or PC games? All you need is a venue with good connectivity and plenty of devices, which is something Peerspace can help you with! We have amazing venues like this 1980s-style standup arcade in New York, NY, with space for up to 50 guests to celebrate your birthday with hours of classic games.

14. Hang personalized decor around the venue

Remind everyone whose birthday it is with custom-made decor that uses your name, favorite movies, bands, food, and other aspects that make you you! All you need to do is head to Etsy for garlands, plates, napkins, and other decor to make your birthday venue even more special.

15. Surf, swim, and play with a beach picnic birthday party

Visits to the beach never get old, especially if you’re surrounded by good friends and family on your birthday. Set up a volleyball net, bring a case of cold beer, and fire up the grill for amazing birthday burgers!

16. Sit by a cozy bonfire on your birthday

Bonfire parties may seem simple, but there are so many ways to make them special. Make some s’mores, tell stories, and enjoy the sounds of the forest (or your backyard). Also, be sure to invite that friend who knows their way around a guitar!

Enhance your bonfire soiree using these awesome outdoor birthday party ideas!

17. Sing your hearts out at a karaoke room

Karaoke parties are all the rage these days! They are silly, low-key, and a great way to enjoy some drinks and snacks together. Best of all, most karaoke venues have private rooms where you have full control over the music and don’t have to embarrass yourself in front of strangers! 

18. Release all your stress with a spa day

Your 23rd birthday is the perfect chance to keep wrinkles at bay with a spa day! Local spas often have party packages where you and your friends can enjoy some wellness drinks, yoga classes, and soothing music as you soak inside a saltwater tub.

19. Head outdoors for some winter sports

Winter birthday parties can and should still get outside for a great party! Renting a ski lodge, heading to the slopes for some snowboarding, or enjoying some ice fishing on a lake are a few ways to celebrate your 23rd birthday in a unique manner.

20. Try a unique dining experience together

Don’t just choose any old restaurant as a 23rd birthday idea. This is the perfect time to try a unique dining experience. Dinner theater, food trucks, and pop-up restaurants are a few ways to have a memorable meal together!

21. Book a movement arts class with a private instructor

Are you really into yoga, dance, or some other movement arts activity? Set aside an hour or two on your birthday to hire a talented instructor who can help you get even better. Their private instruction, free from the distractions of a large public class, can level up your dance or yoga game in no time!

22. Trade your best cocktail recipes with a mixology party

See how good your friends’ cocktail game is with a mixology party! Instead of relying on the bartender, you and your friends can bring the ingredients for your favorite cocktails. Each person has to make their best cocktail for everyone to try.

23. Have a nautical birthday and hire a boat

Do you love being out on the water on a sunny day? We think a sailboat or motorboat is the way to go for your 23rd birthday! You can organize a boating event, which is just one of the many things you do today. Or it could be the main event, enjoying drinks, cake, and presents on your all-day boat rental!

23rd birthday ideas: conclusion

Every birthday should be a memorable occasion, so we at Peerspace hope you’ve found our 23rd birthday party ideas truly inspirational! Our ideas include something for everyone, no matter how low-key or eventful you want the day to be. If you like what we’ve come up with, then check out some of our birthday party venues near you for your special day!

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