In honor of my 25th birthday, I've amassed a selection of my favorite over-the-top ways to party. These epic celebrations prove that when it comes to throwing a good party, bigger is always better.
There are animated birthday cakes, nerd raves, 10-city parties, public graffiti parties, and opulent international soirees. After clicking through this cluster, I'm already starting to scheme for next year...
Implications - As shoppers are looking to bring the entertainment factor up, brands are looking to accommodate with extravagant products to satisfy the crowd. The dominance of the entertainment industry's extravagance has now more than ever inspired consumers to go above and beyond for their birthdays or any other special occasion.
25 Epic Celebrations
From a Live Televised Birthday Party to 10-City Soirees:
Marissa Brassfield — Mar 16, 2009 — Social Good
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Over-the-Top Opening Parties
The Atlantis Hotel in Dubai (UPDATE)
22
Giant Public Parties
New York Village Halloween Parade
21
Edible Mini Kitchen Sets
Rachael Ray's 40th Birthday Cake
20
Public Graffiti Parties
The Cans Film Festival
19
Live TV Birthday Bashes
Britney Spears Celebrates on GMA
18
700 Simultaneous Camera Flashes
Improv Everywhere Celebrates Brooklyn Bridge
17
China's Ice Festival Features Canadian Theme
Harbin Ice Festival
16
International Light Festival
Luminale 2008
15
Bubblicious Entertaining Venues
Moet & Chardon Champagne Party at Melbourne Cup
14
Cake Kits for Dogs
'Puppy Cakes' Boxed Mixes for DIY Canine Celebrations
13
Citrus Art Festivals
Giant Sour Sculptures Reign at Menton's Lemon Festival
12
Celebratory Branding Changes
6 Google Birthday Logos
11
Hardcore Communal Ceremonies
The Nine Emperor Gods Festival
10
Raves for Nerds
The Blip Festival Uses Nintendo and Atari Instruments
9
Animated Birthday Cakes
Celebrate With Moving Food
8
Bizarre Birthday Bouquets
Blogger Documents Mysterious Monkey Ball Explosion
7
Birthday Cake Sushi
Savory Treats from Ryu Gu Jo
6
Family-Friendly Airborne Festivals
New Mexico's Balloon Fiesta
5
Iconic Birthday Celebrations
World's Largest Smoking Ban for Ghandi's 139th
4
Luxury Birthday Gifts
David Beckham Buys Chateau Posh
3
Robot Bartender Festivals
Roboexotica
2
Ten-City Parties
'New Year's Nation' Hosts A Coast-to-Coast Blow Out
1
Indoor Outdoor Festivals
Rob Da Bank's UK Fests
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