Retirement party ideas
A retirement party celebrates a whole career and the adventures that come next. The classic format is a gathering with colleagues past and present, a "this is your life" slideshow, a few short speeches and a gift. For someone with travel plans, a bon voyage theme with boarding-pass invitations works beautifully.
This collection also includes ideas built around the retiree's interests, such as a golf day, a whisky tasting or a comedy night.
6 ideas
Bon voyage retirement party
A travel-themed send-off with boarding pass invitations, a world map of suggestions and dishes from around the globe.
Comedy night at home
Book a comedian or two for a living-room comedy club, with cabaret seating, a bar and an open-mic spot.
Festive afternoon tea
Tiered stands of turkey and cranberry sandwiches, mince pie scones and mini yule logs with tea and fizz.
Golf day
Book tee times for a friendly scramble, add nearest-the-pin and longest-drive prizes, then dinner at the clubhouse.
Retirement party
Celebrate a career with a 'this is your life' slideshow, speeches, a memory book and a bucket-list jar.
Whisky tasting night
Taste five whiskies from different regions with tasting notes, water droppers and food pairings.