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A birthday celebrated in advance can be helpful in many ways!

In this article, I’ll answer some commonly asked questions about, “Can a Birthday be Celebrated in Advance”? What are the benefits of celebrating a birthday in advance? Will it be bad luck to celebrate a birthday so early? And are there any old superstitions surrounding this practice?

So, can a birthday really be celebrated in advance? Of Course! There are a lot of reasons you might want to celebrate your birthday in advance. If you’re going to be out of town on the actual date of your or a friend’s birthday, it makes sense to celebrate before or even after you go.

If you have a really busy schedule and know that you’ll be exhausted on the day of your birthday, then spending quality time with loved ones in advance can be a great way to get the most from your celebration. If you just want to celebrate early because it’ll be more fun, that’s fine too!

There are many reasons why it can be a good idea for any birthday to be celebrated in advance. But there are also some superstitions that say celebrating too early or wishing someone a happy birthday can bring bad luck. Why do our elders believe this?

German culture frowns upon celebrations of birthdays before the actual day. It is believed that celebrating too early could result in the celebrant’s untimely death.

For the Chinese, early birthday celebrations are taboo. Some people believe that having a belated party is also taboo.

So, what should you do? I have some great tips to help you make the best decision for you, and your loved ones to all enjoy your celebration together no matter the day. After all, superstitions are just false fallacies!

Here are some of the most common reasons people choose to have their birthday celebrated in advance.

• Timing. The first step in planning an enjoyable birthday party is to hold the event at a time that is convenient for your schedule.

 

• Guests may not be able to RSVP due to other commitments. Party guests who might not otherwise attend the day of the event could be invited to the party if it were planned earlier than the actual celebration, thereby ensuring the presence of old friends.

Celebrating a birthday in advance of the actual date can be a good way to establish a new tradition, especially if the date of your birth falls on a holiday weekend.

Many people like to start their Christmas celebrations early. So, celebrating your birthday before the actual date is no different, and can be an exciting and fun way to begin the festivities. Realizing the fact that some of your friends and family members may not be available on your actual birth date (maybe they have other obligations) will make them feel much more included in your early planning as well.

Holding a birthday party in advance of your actual birth date can help you avoid conflicts with work schedules or family vacations.

While it’s always possible that you will miss out on some special activities with close friends, holding your birthday party early can ensure that more guests will be able to attend your celebration and take part in this milestone event.

Can you celebrate a birthday in advance long before the person’s actual birthday?

Although it is sometimes considered bad manners to celebrate your birthday before your actual birthday date, there are some good reasons why you might do so.

If you want to celebrate your birthday in advance, consider why you want to do so (others will want to understand), and plan accordingly. Here are a few tips that will help:

• If you have a big trip planned around your birthday, like a weekend getaway with your friends or an annual family vacation, you may want to celebrate in advance. It’s hard to enjoy yourself when you’re rushing from one activity to the next and not spending enough time with the people who traveled far distances to be with you. If your family or friends are visiting for your birthday, schedule some quality time to spend with them, so they don’t feel cheated out of celebrating with you.

• Give people plenty of notice. The biggest problem with a birthday being celebrated in advance is that your friends and family aren’t going to be able to join you if they don’t know what’s going on. They’re not going to simply hop on a plane and fly wherever you happen to be celebrating your birthday. If you want them to join you, make sure they’re aware of the celebration well in advance so they can plan accordingly.

• Do your homework. Research what there is to do in the city and make a list of potential activities. Then, consider which guests will be attending and factor that into your decision-making process when narrowing down your options.

• Check the weather forecast. It’s good practice to check the weather forecast a few days before the event and watch for any drastic changes in weather that may affect your plans.

• Make sure everyone has a place to stay. Check online booking sites for deals on accommodation. If you’re planning to stay at a hotel, call ahead and ask about any amenities or services that are available for guests celebrating their birthday (many hotels will provide complimentary champagne, chocolates or other extras).

• Book in advance. In large cities and popular tourist destinations, restaurants fill up quickly on weekends – especially those with limited seating capacities or reservations-only policies. If you have somewhere specific that you want to eat at, book early! Better yet, compile a list of alternative options so if your first choice is unavailable, you won’t be scrambling around trying to find somewhere else to go as night falls.

Planning a destination birthday celebration? With planning a destination party, you will want to offer guests as much notice as possible. You may wish to host a large party that requires many guests to travel long distances and you would not want them to miss out on the festivities due to weather-related travel complications. Therefore, advance notice is needed in this situation.

Planning to travel and making accommodations for guests who live far away is much easier when you know in advance exactly where you will be staying during the trip.

Traveling to another city or abroad for a family-friendly celebration can be expensive. Plus, traveling is often stressful, and the last thing you want when hosting an event is your guests worrying about where they’re going to stay or how they’re going to get there. To keep guests happy and stress-free, it’s best to plan well in advance. Booking hotels and airlines as early as possible will save money, time, and frustration.

These are the best ways to make traveling easy for your birthday guests:

• Pick a destination. If you want to throw a surprise party, you’ll need to pick a location that’s convenient for all of your guests. Consider the cost of travel and what time of year you want to hold the celebration. It can also be fun to choose a venue that has special meaning for you.
• Send out invitations. A traditional paper invitation is nice, but people are so busy these days that an email or Facebook invite may be more convenient. Include all the relevant information such as where and when the party will take place and any details guests need to know in advance. Don’t forget to ask guests to RSVP so you have an idea of how many people are coming.
• Make reservations early. A destination birthday party requires more planning than if you were just staying home and having a few friends over for cake and ice cream. As mentioned above, you’ll need to look into hotel accommodations, book flights, and arrange ground transportation if needed. Be sure that everyone knows about any deadlines for RSVPs or deposits for extra events, such as a restaurant or spa reservation. (Scroll up to get the best rates on your next destination)
• Plan fun activities. Think about what activities your guests will like best and plan accordingly. Maybe everyone would enjoy spending time at the beach or hiking in the mountains. No matter what you choose, it should always be something you want to do as well. It is all about you after all!

Some people choose to celebrate their birthdays in advance because they may be out of town during that time.

If you’re going to be leaving town on your birthday, by all means, throw a party before you go. That way, people who can’t come on the actual day, can still wish you well. Plus, it gives your friends a chance to see you before you leave.

In the midst of all the excitement, it can be easy to forget how much thought and effort you put into a birthday that you will be celebrating in advance. It is important to remember that the point of a birthday celebrated in advance is to show your guests how much they mean to you by sharing a really special experience with them.

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