Birthdays in isolation have a very different feel to your average birthday. Amid our new normal of social distancing, birthday get-togethers both small and large have been called off once again, leaving many birthday boys and girls, their parents, partners and friends to celebrate at home. While you may not be able to throw the party you had planned, there's no reason to skip the festivities altogether.
If you or someone you love has a birthday coming up, we have you covered! We have compiled the top 10 ways to celebrate your birthday while social distancing in Frankston City. From virtual birthday parties to sending your friend a delivery right to their doorstep, there are plenty of ways to make sure those closest to you still feel loved on their special day.
# 1 - Host a virtual birthday party!
Just because we can't physically see each other, that doesn't mean we can't party! Why not set up a meeting on Zoom and invite all your friends for a virtual happy hour or host a Houseparty with the crew!
Tell everyone to 'bring a plate' and enjoy some party food and drinks together. For something extra fun, why not arrange a fun virtual game such as trivia, BINGO or heads up?
Hot Tip: Tell the guest of honour to sign on a little later than everyone else and sing 'Happy Birthday' when they log on.
# 2 - Get something sweet delivered.
A great way to support our local businesses in these hard times is by placing an order for delivery. Choose a local bakery or a restaurant with stellar desserts and send something sweet like a cake, box of cookies or donuts. For a full list of local delivery businesses, check out our local love blog - 'feel at home buy local'.
Hugo's Donuts
Delicious donuts and jumbo donut cakes. Vegan and gluten free options available.
Home delivery available around Frankston and surrounds.
Check out Facebook
0409 575 853
Sweet Celebrations Parties
Celebration cakes, cupcakes, personalised cookies, platters, balloons.
Home delivery available.
Check out Facebook
Call or text 0423 766 943 to place your order.
Sweets N' Such
Custom cakes, cupcakes, personalised photo cookies, macarons. Gluten free options available.
Home delivery available.
0423 113 926
Gluten Free 4 U
Sweets, cakes, cookies, bread.
Free home delivery.
(03) 8762 8100
# 3 - Spoil them with a special delivery this birthday
Perhaps the most exciting part of an ISO birthday is the deliveries! Flowers, gifts and decorations will fill the house with colour and cheer.
Abracadabra Frankston
52 Playne Street, Frankston.
Balloons, fancy dress and party supplies.
(03) 9781 2099
Super Variety & Party Cart
5/582 Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Carrum Downs
Balloons, party supplies and gifts.
(03) 97708763
Pimp My Balloons
39 Illowa St, Mornington
Balloons delivered.
Awarded Australasian Balloon Designer of the Year.
Visit pimpmyballoons.com.au or call 0425 766 930
Sarah's Flowers
Flower and hamper delivery.
Check out the arrangements on Facebook
(03) 8726 0538 or 1300 448 335
Christian Paul Floral Studio
235A Beach St, Frankston.
Flower and gift delivery.
Check out the arrangements on Facebook or call (03) 9776 7176.
Florist Works Langwarrin
Stem by Stem Flowers and Gifts
Bayside Flower Garden
Eliza Flowers
Deep Blue Florist
Flower Envy
Florist at Seaford
Naomi-Rose Floral Design
Ocean Flowers
A message from Zoos Victoria to consider when including balloons in your birthday celebrations.
# 4 - Make a 'Happy Birthday' video or dance!
We may not be able to have a laugh in person, but that doesn't mean we can't entertain one another with some creative and funny birthday videos.
From learning a choreographed dance to putting on a play or singing a song! The stage is all yours to create some truly amazing memories this birthday.
If you're still stuck for ideas, here's a few we prepared earlier:
- Write a song
- Perform a dance routine
- Create a video montage
- Perform a scene from a movie
- Create a funny TikTok video
- Create a photo timeline with images from their childhood