birthday ideas, birthday themesI always thought it would be weird to have a birthday near another holiday like Christmas, Hanukah or Fourth of July. There are obviously people who do so for those with a birthday around Independence Day it makes the most sense to combine the two celebrations together in one big extravaganza. Fourth of July birthday themes is sort of like killing two birds with one stone. A friend is getting a year older and so is our country. There is more then a few party decorations for Independence Day.

If it were me, I would plan a American inspired BBQ with all of the country favorites like potato salad, hot dogs, burgers, chicken, ribs, salad and lots of booze. If you are one of the lucky ones to live in a state where fireworks are fair game then pick up some celebratory pyrotechnics. If you are like me and don’t live anywhere near a firework friendly zone, research some local shows. Birthday ideas around Independent Day are not hard to come by, so do some research online and make plans early.