80th Birthday Decorations

80th birthday decorations are one of the best ways to create a festive stage to celebrate a lifetime, so make them memorable. 

From elegant centerpieces to colorful banners, there are endless options to make the guest of honor feel cherished and loved on their special day.

Whether you're planning a small gathering with close family and friends or a large celebration with all their loved ones, drench the decor in the Honoree's favorite things.  We're here to show you that throwing a memorable party is fun, easy, and doable on any budget.

Drench the decor with
80th birthday decorations.

Planning decor for an 80th birthday gives you the opportunity to create an experience.  Embrace aged to perfection balloons, confetti, candles, banners, centerpieces, and tablescapes.  

Welcoming birthday signs.
Extend a warm and heartfelt greeting to each and every guest.  These welcome signs serve as a gateway to a celebration filled with love, nostalgia, and the joy that comes from celebrating eight decades of a life well celebrated.

Back in the day decorations for 80th birthday party.

Vintage glam.
Burlap provides a casual texture to the vintage look of this table.  Remembering times gone by is part of the fun in making 80th birthday decorations.

One of the easiest ways to make a statement is by incorporating a personalized backdrop into your party plans.  Hung behind the food table to anchor the theme instantly sets the mood for your celebration.  Another option is to use it for an 80th birthday photo backdrop to capture memorable moments and stimulate conversation.  Click on the photo below for creative ways to personalize your backdrop...

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Milestone celebration.
The cotton checked tablecloth lightens the formality and allows guests to feel right at home.  The photo centerpiece brings back happy memories.

Outstanding photo ideas.
This carefully curated collection of photographs is more than just a visual display; it is a heartfelt tribute to the milestones, adventures, and cherished memories of a remarkable journey through 8 decades.

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Outdoor entertaining.
Entertaining outdoors creates a carefree atmosphere that cannot be duplicated at an indoor party.  A natural setting is ideal and creates unlimited possibilities.

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Light up 80th birthday party decorations.

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Black and white and red all over.
Black and white are classic and timeless.  This is an easy color scheme to play up with an explosion of red flowers.

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Clearly beautiful.
This table includes clear glass plates which allow the beauty of the tablecloth to show through.  A pretty table makes you want to linger longer.

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Garden party.
The hostess placed a birdhouse on the table to infuse the Honoree's personal interests.  The tablescape takes its cues from the garden to complete the look.

80th Birthday Centerpieces

Crown your table with perfect centerpieces for a memorable 80th birthday party.  There are no limits to the variety of items to grace the center of your table.  Keep your party theme in mind while making your selection, and be creative.  Casual or formal, seize the opportunity to add pizzazz to your 80th birthday decorations.

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Gorgeous in green.
The centerpiece is the focal point of the table, so make it as gorgeous as possible.  This beautiful display of hydrangeas is the perfect accent for this elegant table setting.

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Candlelight centerpiece.
Repurpose old wine bottles into candle centerpieces.  The flickering candlelight creates a special ambiance perfect for this special occasion.  We love this bright idea.

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Pretty in pink.
To keep the look elegant, abide by the golden rule:  less is more.  Just a carnation and baby's breath in a teacup is perfect.

Photo courtesy of Vintage and Cake

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Basic black.
This lantern will be a centerpiece to be remembered.  You can be nostalgic or modern, depending on what pieces you choose and how you combine them.

Here is a simple and easy step-by-step guide on how to make photo lanterns:

1. Choose the photos you want to display in your lantern. You can print them out in black and white or color, depending on your preference.
2. Carefully remove glass panels and cut out the photos to fit the size of the panels.
   
3. Tape them to the glass panels with clear tape.
4. Place panels back in lantern.

Photo courtesy of Party Perfect

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Crystal clear.
Say Happy 80th Birthday with ice.  This ice sculpture is not only decorative, but functional as well--an exciting and enticing combination.

Photo courtesy of eHow

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Stark white.
Azaleas are garden dazzlers that can easily transition into a show shopping centerpiece.  The clear vase featuring favorite photographs is sheer genius.

Photo courtesy of Jacolyn Murphy

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Super Dad.
The star of this 80th birthday centerpiece is Dad.  Almost anyone can create this bold and colorful table display.

Photo courtesy of Joy's Thoughts and Things

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The crowning jewel of any table is the centerpiece, so be creative. Adorned with flowers, balloons, candles, greenery, crystal or edible centerpieces, your table will be the star of your 80th birthday party ideas. Whether created by you or the professionals, take a moment to access your needs.

What is the size and shape of the table?
If your table is very narrow, a wide centerpiece would be overpowering. The centerpiece should bring eye appeal to the table, not take over. The 80th birthday decorations should allow sufficient room for the table setting and not obstruct the view of people sitting across from each other.

What is my color scheme?
Centerpieces for 80th birthday party should be noticeable and add pop to the table. Select colors that enhance your decorating scheme. Whether you choose to coordinate or contrast, seize the opportunity to tie the party decorations together with color.

What height centerpiece do I need?
A consideration in the selection of 80th birthday decorations is the ceiling height in the room. If the ceiling is high, a tall centerpiece would not get lost in the room. For lower ceilings, a shorter arrangement in individual glass bowls would work well.

How does the time of the party affect my centerpiece selection?
An evening celebration can be enhanced by candlelight. Place your centerpiece on a mirror surrounded by flickering votive candles for a room filled with ambiance. A beautiful alternative would be slender tapers or votive candles scattered throughout greenery. Candles are one of the most inexpensive decorations with shining results.

What best suits my Honoree's personality?
Remember, the goal is to create a centerpiece that not only enhances the visual appeal of the celebration, but also resonates with the honoree on a personal level. Pay attention to the little details, and the centerpiece is sure to be a hit.

80th Birthday Balloon Ideas

Birthday balloons will get your 80th birthday decorations off the ground. Balloons are an inexpensive and popular way to decorate for your party. Whether latex or mylar (foil), nothing adds a more festive impact to your event than color coordinated balloons. Placed strategically throughout the party area or grouped in impressive bouquets, Happy Birthday balloons floating in the air are delightful.

Personalized birthday balloons.
Make your celebration extra special with custom balloons to show off your 80th birthday enthusiasm.  Personalize with name and photo for an unique 80th birthday decoration that guests are sure to notice.

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Simple with bold impact.
The color choices used in this party tablescape are unique and compelling.  The extra large balloons make an extra large statement.

Photo courtesy of Onya Magazine

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Reaching new heights.
It's not just hot air, it's for sure the Honoree is turning 80.  When guests enter the party under an archway of balloons, big things are expected on the other side.

Photo courtesy of Mad Balloons

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Dramatic party look.
The biggest pop comes from coordinating balloon colors to the color scheme of the party.  Consider the colors of the tableware and decorations and choose balloons that best enhance the custom look of 80th birthday decorations.

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Dancing on the ceiling.
Oh what a feeling, when there's balloons hanging from the ceiling.  Coordinate balloon colors and choice of ribbon for an interesting display.

Photo courtesy of Brassy Apple

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Age is just a number.
This balloon presentation makes eightieth birthday pop.  The contrast between the solid colored balloons gives eye popping results and would be a fun diy project.

Ideas For 80th Birthday Banners

80th birthday banners are the perfect greeting to announce this momentous celebration.  Placed in a prominent location, your guests will know that it's time to party from the moment they arrive.  Banners add a fun, festive feeling to your 80th birthday decorations.

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Queen for a day.
Your birthday banner should reflect the formality and the theme of the party.  Make no mistake, this celebration is all about your guest of honor and your banner clearly states this.  You may also want to include the Honoree's age for this milestone birthday.  Eighty years deserves recognition and it is up to you to make your 80th birthday decorations special.

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A picture is worth a thousand words.
Make an unforgettable impression with a banner personalized with a picture of your special loved one.  When choosing the banner photo, you may want to use a current picture of your guest of honor.  If you are having a blast from the past party, a young picture would be appropriate.  Your photo banner will not only bring back memories, but also will create a new memory for your guests and Honoree.

Photo courtesy of Queenie Eileenie

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Crafted with love.
We love how this banner is so creative and fits the space.  Being handmade by relatives makes it even more special.

Photo courtesy of Present an Event

Decorative Birthday Candlelight

Celebrate your 80th birthday decorations in style with the flicker of birthday candles.  Whether on a traditional birthday cake or increasingly popular cupcakes, nothing says birthday like the glow of candles.  One of the most photographed moments of a birthday party is of the Honoree blowing out the candles.  Make wishes come true with the perfect birthday candles.

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Candle celebration.
Make an impressive statement with 80 glowing candles.  Steer clear of vents as they can make the candles burn unevenly.  We love this idea but can be dangerous.  We recommend using battery operated candles.

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Looking through the glass.
It's always a good idea to make use of what you have.  Here, favorite stemware becomes a candle holder when turned upside down.  Adding unexpected extras that reinforce the party theme or decor is a pleasant surprise.  

A time to sparkle.
Eighty commands special attention to details.  Light up the face of your Honoree with this unique birthday cake presentation.

Photo courtesy of Cakebot

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Flickering candlelight.
One of the secrets of good lighting is an unexpected vessel.  These bottles can hold a candle to any decorating idea.

Creative Confetti

Birthday confetti has evolved more through the years than any other party decoration. Every size, shape, color and sparkle is at your fingertips to add that wow factor to your confetti celebration. Choose from perhaps the Honoree's name, birthday cakes, balloons, stars or age specific confetti. If there is confetti available that matches the theme of your 80th birthday decorations, simply add it to the mix. For example, if there is a special hobby like fishing, include some fish shaped confetti. If your party occurs at a particular season of the year, add those leaves, snowmen or palm trees. There is no end to the fun with creative choices.

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Personalized birthday confetti.
Celebrate with confetti that you can customize with a name or photo.  This small touch will be remembered.

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Jelly bean confetti.
We love the idea of using jelly beans as confetti.  Add a splash of color to the table with the unexpected.

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A new twist.
When two birthday favorites collide, a new party decoration is born.  Fill balloons with confetti and inflate.

Photo courtesy of Camille Styles

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Birthday confetti.
Confetti adds another element to your tablescape.  Mix and match colors and designs to command the most impact.  These multi-colored sprinkles are absolutely worth the effort.

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Flower confetti.
Decorating the tables with blossoms is an attractive finishing touch.  This is particularly fitting for a spring or garden themed birthday party.

We found these lovely petals at Beau-Coup.

80th Birthday Garland Ideas

Decorative garland is a seemingly small party detail, but a clever choice can be the talk of the party.  Greet your guests with garland draped doorways, tables and ceilings.  Garland works beautifully on any surface and is often times wired to hold any shape.  Don't limit yourself to one type or style of garland.  Mix colors, textures and lights together to add interest to your 80th birthday decorations.

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Reflection of 80 years.
Another chance to use family photos and take guests down memory lane.  Use pictures to create a time line of the Honoree's life.

Photo courtesy of Party Perfect Blog

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Colorful crochet.
Bring the love of crochet to the garlands.  Your Honoree will surely appreciate the handiwork involved in creating 80th birthday decorations like this.

Photo courtesy of ing things

Read All About It.
If your Honoree was in the newspaper business, consider a garland newspaper.  Those newspapers hanging from a decorative cord are sure to be a conversation piece.  This idea can be applied to any vocation.  Hang items that reflect the Honoree's occupation to a cord.  Add festive 80th birthday garlands that compliment each other.  

Everyone Loves Pictures.
Stir up some fun by hanging up some favorite pictures.  Attach copies of photos to ribbon or yarn to create a garland to be noticed.  Include pictures of as many guests as possible.  Your guests will enjoy seeing photographs of the Honoree from past to present.  For extra fun, allow each guest to choose a photo copy to take home.

Go Fish.
Let's not forget the men in our family!  For instance if your guy's favorite hobby is fishing, hang a fishing line in a prominent place.  Attach corks and fishing lures.  With all the bright colors, this idea will certainly be a good catch.

Name It.
A paper garland spelling out your Honoree's name made from cardstock is an easy solution.  Hand letter or use a stencil to make it your own.  Add some glitter for extra pop.  Then, pick colors that tie the 80th birthday decorations together. 

Shine On.
It is your time to shine!  If you don't have the time or desire to create your own, choose party garlands that glitter to add something extra to the party. 

Frosting is to the cake as a decorative garland is to the party.
So make every party detail count.
Dress up your 80th birthday decorations with color and sparkle.

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