15 Cool 35th Birthday Ideas For Him

As men age into their 30s, they begin to shy away from the wild parties they had throughout their 20s for something a little more low-key. For someone planning a birthday party for a guy turning 35, this leaves them in somewhat of a predicament. How do you still have fun while celebrating a more mature milestone? Well, you’re in luck since we at Peerspace have gathered up thirteen of the best 35th birthday ideas for him that strike a healthy balance between cool and fun.

Along with birthday party ideas perfect for a dude turning 35, we also share birthday party venues he’s sure to love, too. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, we at Peerspace can connect you to amazing hidden gem event spaces in cities across the globe that you can book to enhance your special moments. You’ll see what we mean in a minute as we start our list of our favorite 35th birthday ideas for him!

1. Host his party at an amazing private party venue from Peerspace

When planning any of these 35th birthday ideas for him, it’s important to keep in mind that the venue makes all the difference. As we mentioned, that’s where we at Peerspace, the internet’s leading digital marketplace for hourly venue rentals, come in for the assist!

Unlike other rental platforms that don’t allow parties or events, Peerspace can connect you to a plethora of local hosts who have venues ready for any kind of theme, style, or budget. You can easily book a super stylish venue that offers all of the amenities you want to help create an unforgettable 35th birthday for your guy. Want a few examples to see what we mean?

Here are some awesome Peerspace birthday party-worthy venues near you:

• This sleek modern karaoke bar with a full kitchen in Midtown Manhattan, NY (pictured above) that offers tempting pan-Asian cuisine in addition to karaoke equipment in a mature, elegant setting.
• This wine-tasting room in downtown Bellevue, WA with an array of tasty wines on-site, outside food allowed, Sonos speakers, and on-site staff to assist you.
• This spacious Lake View loft in Chicago, IL with wooden floors, exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and an open layout so you can host a dinner party, dance party, or anything else you like.
• This stylish and spacious coffee shop in Atlanta, GA that provides food and beverage catering on-site, an outdoor patio, speakers, and seating for all your guests.

You get the picture! Whatever type of event you can think of, there’s sure to be a venue that suits your specific needs. So whether you’re planning a karaoke night or a beer and wine tasting, start searching on Peerspace to get started!

2. Plan an escape room challenge

If you’ve got a soon-to-be 35-year-old who loves solving puzzles, treat them to an immersive puzzle experience like no other! Escape rooms are popping up in cities all over the globe. In these interactive challenges, you and a small team of friends will work against the clock to solve riddles and puzzles in a simulated crisis scenario.

3. Learn a new recipe in a cooking class

Have a man who loves to cook? Treat him to a cooking class where he can learn from a pro to make a new recipe. If you find a traveling cook and need a private kitchen to host their class, turn to Peerspace to find both commercial kitchens and private homes that are well-suited for a cooking class.

Your guy needs a photoshoot all his own to commemorate this latest milestone. Help him out by doing the planning and using our 35th birthday photoshoot ideas as your template!

4. Hit the road and see something new

Our 35th birthday is a perfect opportunity to scratch something off your bucket list by taking a road trip. Find out some places that the guy in your life has always wanted to see that can be reached by car, then plan a little weekend trip—don’t forget to pack some snacks for the road!

5. Step into the virtual world

Searching for 35th birthday ideas for him that are truly out-of-this-world? Treat him to a day filled with virtual reality gaming experiences at a local VR spot or home. If he’s into video games, he’ll no doubt be excited to see the latest and greatest that VR gaming has to offer.

6. Make him one of the team with a custom sports jersey

Let’s face it, there are tons of guys out there who are more passionate about their favorite sports team than anything else in their life. If that sounds like a guy you know, make him an unofficial member of his favorite sports team with a customized jersey or uniform. He’ll be eager to show it off the next time he cheers on his team during the game!

7. Relax with a wine or whiskey tasting

As guys get a little older, many start to put down their beers and graduate to a more “mature” drink like wine or whiskey. This presents a great opportunity for a birthday party since you can plan a wine or whiskey tasting for him! If you need a venue and don’t want to deal with the crowds at your local brewery, turn to Peerspace to find a tasting venue where you can drink in private.

8. Commission personalized artwork

On the hunt for clever 35th birthday ideas for him that would be great in a new home or apartment? Commissioning a piece of custom artwork is a wonderful way to show you care. Bonus points if he has a pet that he really loves, as people tend to always like to receive art depicting their pets.

9. Cruise around town in his dream car

For a guy who has a need for speed, give him a chance to drive his dream car by renting it for a day! Most big cities have some kind of classic and luxury car rental service or private racing track where you can get behind the wheel of exotic cars for a few hours. Who doesn’t love scratching things off their bucket list on their birthday?

Take this idea to the next level by booking a themed Peerspace event space, like this exotic car showroom in San Juan Capistrano, CA! This party-perfect venue is part man cave, part luxury car showroom, so your birthday guy can enjoy a party with friends and family in the company of a fleet of exotic cars as well as poker, pool, and ping-pong tables.

10. Give the gift of the latest tech

You can never go wrong with upgrading him to the latest smartwatch or phone! Get an idea of what kind of tech he has that needs an upgrade or if there’s something neat that he doesn’t have for the best effect. The last thing you want to do is go out and buy a high-tech paperweight.

11. Send a message from his favorite celebrity or sports star

Nowadays, you can get video messages from all sorts of celebrities to send to your friends and loved ones, like through Cameo. What better way to celebrate a milestone as big as a 35th birthday than hearing well wishes from his favorite sports star or actor?

Surprising him? Then you need to see these unforgettable birthday surprise ideas to make it happen!

12. Plan an action-filled day of paintball

As guys get into their 30s, they tend to start working more and lose out on previous opportunities to get out and play. Thankfully, paintball is a fantastic option that fills that need for adrenaline-fueled fun and games. Gather up your friends and go toe-to-toe in an epic battle of paint splatters for a memorable time!

13. Pamper him with a spa day

Does your man need nothing more than a day off full of rest and relaxation? Then treat him to a spa day where he can really unwind and forget about the everyday stresses. Even if you can’t get out of the house to a private spa, it doesn’t take much effort to grab the supplies needed to provide a spa-like atmosphere in your own home.

14. Treat him to fun and games at a local retro arcade

Here’s another idea for the 35-year-old guy who’s young at heart. Treat him to an evening at a local retro arcade and let him game it up for his birthday. When you use Peerspace, you can find and book arcades near you that invite you to host your private events in their sweet venues.

From this classic arcade bar in a local brewery in Asheville, NC to this vintage arcade and rooftop garden space in Los Angeles, CA, we can connect you to the country’s finest arcades.

15. Whisk him away to a fun venue with stunning natural views

Is the birthday boy always city-bound? Then offer him the opportunity to reconnect with nature by booking a fun event space surrounded by natural wonders! Peerspace can help you book mountain cabins, lakeside retreats, and other incredible venues perfect for escaping the grind and celebrating a serene 35th birthday.

One beautiful option is this intimate event space with inspiring mountain views in North Bend, WA. It’s a 600-square-foot open event room with huge windows that overlook a stunning forest and mountain range vista. Host a dinner and drinks party and utilize the venue’s A/V equipment to set the perfect ambiance.

35th birthday ideas for him: conclusion

We hope this list of 35th birthday ideas for him has inspired you to throw an amazing birthday for your friend. As you can see, throwing a party of any size or style is easy to do when you utilize Peerspace. Check out all of our birthday party venues near you and start imagining the possibilities!

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