How to Celebrate a 50th Birthday: Experience Ideas

You can celebrate your 50th birthday any way you like, but RedBallon makes it easier by offering perfectly crafted experiences that cover all the ins and outs of a memorable day. It isn’t every day you turn 50, so it’s important to celebrate with 50th birthday presents that rise to the occasion.

If you’re looking for a relaxing outing that will leave you with long-lasting memories, we have plenty of offers to choose from!

The Retro Drive-in movie is an exclusive and comes with an overnight stay at Atura Blacktown, one of Sydney’s hippest hotels. Step one is to enjoy a movie at the drive-in, step two is to kick back and relax in your hotel room, and the next morning? Enjoy breakfast before you head home. Of course, you can explore Western Sydney while you’re at it.

If you’re looking for something a bit more… thrilling, head out for three nights in a safari tent, complete with a breakfast spread. There are only six tents in this coastal lagoon, so you’ll enjoy privacy as you enjoy nature.

A historic Morpeth cruise comes with a local produce tasting, including cheese, sourdough bread, and wine. You’ll be given an hour and a half to roam the town and take in the sights as you see fit.

For the culinary adventurer, why not a gourmet dining experience?

Visit the Infinity Restaurant for a three-course meal for two. While you enjoy a delicious menu featuring local produce and international flavours, as you look at the view from the 81st floor of the Sydney tower. It’s an experience to remember.

Alternatively, head to Southbank for a three-course steakhouse dinner.

If you love food and adventure, then nothing will beat this one – head out on a helicopter to stunning views of the Great Barrier Reef and follow it up with a delicious picnic lunch on Undine Cay.

Whatever you choose, RedBallon has the ideal 50th birthday gift suggestions to celebrate your milestone birthday in style.

Top 50th Birthday Gifts for Men

If you’re looking for unique 50th birthday gifts for him, it couldn’t be easier than shopping with RedBallon.

If you’re shopping for a man who can’t resist a thrill, there are so many to choose from. Whether he’s car crazy or prefers his thrills in the sky, there’s plenty of options to choose from.

Why not take him on a V8 hot laps experience to get him behind the wheel of a race car? He’ll receive professional instruction from a driver before he takes four laps on his own.

Other great 50th birthday gifts for men include a tandem skydive from 10,000 feet! The free fall lasts just 30 seconds, but it will be the most thrilling 30 seconds of your life as the wind whips in your face and the sights flood your vision. Once you release the parachute, you can soak up the full view as you coast to a safe landing.

Alternatively, if you want truly unique 50th birthday presents for him, you can take him on a clay target shooting experience to find out just how good his shot is.

If you’re looking for 50th birthday presents for men, RedBalloon has you covered with a range of unique 50th birthday gift ideas.

Unique 50th Birthday Gifts for Women

RedBalloon offers a variety of men’s 50th birthday present ideas to suit every taste and interest, ensuring you find the perfect gift to celebrate this special milestone, but we can also help you find something for her!

Finding unique 50th birthday gifts for women is a breeze with RedBalloon’s curated selection of experiences.

So, what to do for 50th birthday woman? Let’s check out your options.

You can pamper her with a downright luxurious day at the spa, with a range of rejuvenating treatments to choose

For the foodie in your life, there are plenty of options for wining and dining. Like the 5-course chef-hatted degustation for the serious foodie. Or, take a private sailing cruise with seafood lunch and bubbly. There’s no better way to enjoy the Gold Coast.

Alternatively, book her a gourmet cooking class! This Japanese cooking class with her culinary skills to the test with a 3-hour journey several authentic dishes. She can enjoy drinks throughout the lesson as the instructor takes her through the local ingredients and fresh produce. It’s a day to remember. Or, try the cheesemaking class that comes with bottomless champagne. Whether she makes Burrata or Bocconcini, she can take what she makes home to enjoy.

If you’re looking for the ultimate 50th birthday gift ideas for women, you’re in the right place, and this one takes the cake. A scenic helicopter flight through Barossa Valley, complete with a wine tasting and vineyard tour for the perfect day out.

Whatever type of 50th birthday experience ideas you’re looking for, RedBallon has them.

What Do You Get Parents When They Have Everything?

Explore our curated collection to find the perfect 50th birthday present that’s both memorable and meaningful for parents.

Finding the perfect present is difficult enough, but when your parents have everything? How to celebrate 50th birthday becomes an even bigger challenge. Luckily, RedBallon has ideas for 50th birthday lined up, and these 50th birthday experiences are unforgettable.

If your parent likes to celebrate their birthday with the whole family, check out these suggestions for 50th birthday. Embark on a 2-hour barbecue boat trip with room for 10. Bring the food, bring your drinks, and hit the water and celebrate together.

Alternatively, take a 3.5-hour scenic cruise with lunch. In addition to lunch, it comes with a guided walk and expert commentary.

If the experience has to be child-friendly, there are options for that, too. Whether you want to take them on a dolphin and whale watching cruise that comes with afternoon tea, or go on a feeding tour of Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

For a truly spectacular celebration, head to Uluru for a sunset barbecue.

50th Birthday Present Ideas: Give an Experience!

If you want to elevate someone’s birthday, there’s no better way to do that than with a RedBallon experience!

Take a sophisticated approach by celebrating with a wine tasting tour in Australia’s famous Hunter Valley. It’s an opportunity to indulge in premium wines while learning all about the art of winemaking and the notes and flavours in each one. If you’re looking for memorable 50th birthday ideas, this is it.

It’s never too late to uncover a hidden passion, and you are perfectly placed to find the activity that will awaken new interests! Send them on a scenic helicopter ride to enjoy breathtaking views and maybe uncover an interest in aviation they didn’t know they had. Even if they don’t want to take flying lessons suddenly, they’ll still get to enjoy stunning views of the sky and landscape below.

If you’re looking for a trip for a proper getaway, why not book your loved one a luxurious glamping trip? What better way to take in nature than in luxury? It comes with the peace and quiet you expect from nature, but the amenities you associate with home comforts.

Whether you’re looking to celebrate their special day with 50th birthday presents for one, two, or a group, RedBallon has a range of incredible experiences to choose from.