Everything you need to know for a weekend of good company, great cocktails and sunshine.
↓The main event is Saturday the 30th, but come up on Friday, stay for the weekend and make the most of it.
FRIDAY 29 JANUARY — THE WARM-UP
For those making a weekend of it, come settle in. Think sunset drinks, light snacks and lawn games along the Long Jetty lakefront.
Nothing too outrageous. We've got a big day tomorrow.
SATURDAY 30 JANUARY — THE MAIN EVENT
The reason we're all here. Sunshine, cocktails and good music.
Kicking off at 4pm, with absolutely no intention of calling it an early night.
Consider this your official invitation to misbehave (within reason).
1960s PALM SPRINGS
Think vintage silhouettes, playful prints, linen, vibrant colours, oversized sunglasses and silk scarves.
For a little visual inspiration, here's the Pinterest mood board.
No black. We're celebrating my birth, not attending a funeral.
Dress for the sunshine. Stay for the dance floor.
MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT.
If you're travelling up, I'd recommend looking around Long Jetty, The Entrance, Blue Bay or Toowoon Bay if you'd like to be close to the action (and minimise the journey home after a few cocktails).
January is peak summer, so I'd suggest booking sooner rather than later.
I've done some of the homework for you. Here's an Airbnb wishlist to get you started.
ALL ROADS LEAD TO PALM SPRINGS.
Well, Long Jetty. But let's not ruin the illusion.
We're celebrating at my parents' place on the Central Coast, around 90 minutes north of Sydney by car, depending on traffic.
Driving is your easiest option, but you can also catch the train to Tuggerah and organise a taxi or rideshare from there.
The exact address and parking details will be shared closer to the date.
A FEW THINGS BEFORE WE GET CARRIED AWAY.
This one's all about getting my favourite people together for a proper celebration. And naturally, we're not doing things by halves.
THE SOUNDTRACK
Our very talented friends will be taking care of the music for a dance floor that's seen better decisions.
THE DRINKS
BYO. However, our friends at 60 MLs will be shaking up cocktails to get the party started.
Your presence is the present, but if you're feeling generous, a bottle for the bar would be greatly appreciated. Consider it a little contribution to the evening's questionable decisions.
More details on this closer to the date.
THE FOOD
There'll be catering throughout the evening. Some light nibbles, snacks and pizza.
THE FORMALITIES
Please RSVP below so I can get a good idea of numbers, and let me know if you have any dietary requirements.
RSVP
Will you be joining us for a weekend of good company, great cocktails and celebrating thirty?