If you’re organizing a 30th birthday party for yourself and want to do something a bit more than usual given it’s a big milestone, what is the protocol for expenses? Eg if you plan an activity that’s $100+ per person, is it okay to ask people to pay to for it? Or cover half?

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It depends on the friends group and how you typically each celebrate each other. At least invite them over and provide drinks and appetizers.

I paid for all my friends several times.

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Pose the question on budget before making any reservations or firm plans. Given the economic climate and layoffs you may have some friends who can swing it and others who can not

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I think if you plan it you should plan to cover the cost. Maybe folks will chip in maybe they won’t.

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I did a fancy dinner for my 30th and my friends insisted on splitting the bill amongst themselves. It was roughly $120pp, which is less than a typical night out so it wasn’t a stretch. Given that it’s a milestone, I think it’s reasonable to expect that you’ll want to do something special.

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