We had a big Bavarian blowout last Saturday for my husband’s 30th birthday. The colors of Bavaria are blue and white, so I carried those colors throughout the even, reinforcing the theme. There was a big blue and white ‘biergarten’ tent, plenty of beer from a retro looking beer truck, and a german-inspired menu complete with wursts, kraut and pretzels. A polka band created a festive atmosphere for mingling and lounging.
I wanted to have a laid-back, social gathering where people could relax while they grazed on goodies and cooled down with a frosty draft. Custom steins with ‘ein prosit’ (a toast) to Matt were perfect for an afternoon of beer drinking, and made cute favors for friends to take home. The pretzels were sleeved in glassine bags that I printed off my home computer, which is such an easy way to personalize the small details.
Earlier in the evening, people relaxed under the tent, or congregated near the beer truck. Later in the evening a big bonfire lit the way for more drinking and some more rowdy events!
All in all it was a ton of fun, and not too much work, so I could really enjoy myself! It’s wonderful atmosphere for a big party, birthday or not!
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This is kind of amazing. I wish I could have joined you!!
I wish you could have too!
Adorable! There aren’t any big milestone birthdays coming for a couple years in our hose, but this is a really cute idea for just a simple Oktoberfest party!
I need to hire you for a birthday party:)
This is so fun! It turned out looking amazing. I think it’s adorable that you even booked a polka band. That’s some dedication
This is super fun. Is there a reason for the German connection or just because it would allow for a great theme?
Giulia, My husband’s family is German, but really we just went to Oktoberfest a couple years ago and loved it so much that I thought it would be a fun theme to recreate!
This was beautiful and such a fun party too! Just wish we could have stayed longer!
That was such a great idea, everything turned out to look really great
I’ve just came across your blog and i love it! congrats on it, its a great space xx
Erin, you never cease to amaze me with your creativity.This party was so much fun and your handmade details and loving thought is what made it such a good time.We are so lucky to have good friends like you and Matt!
Such fun Erin! Love, love, love these details you shared. I don’t know how you’ve done it girl with wedding floral, business trip to India and orchestrating your husband’s big birthday bash! You’ve been one busy lady.
love the mugs. what a great idea! and where do you even hire a polka band!?
Columbus actually has a very large German immigrant population, so it wasn’t too difficult! We have a cute little residential area full of German bakeries, restaurants, and of course, polka bands
Holy german fantastic! Every detail is amazing. You husband sure is lucky to have you! I wish mine had a german background. What a fun and manly theme! Great job!
thank you! I’m lucky to have him
What a total blast! You did a great job!
This looks like so much fun, Erin! Great job. I especially love the hanging cups! Such a wonderful idea