Also Perfect for Company Outings
From the waters of the Pacific to the vineyards of Napa Valley, the Bay Area offers so many different settings to throw a memorable adult birthday party. Here are 11 great adult birthday party ideas, many of which you can only do in the Bay Area. And of course, most of these also would work for such occasions as small corporate group events.
1. Wine Tasting in Napa Valley
Get out of town and spend a day touring and tasting at some of the world-renowned vineyards in Napa Valley. Enjoy gourmet food pairings, picturesque vineyard views, and the company of friends. It’s a relaxing and sophisticated way to celebrate your birthday or a company milestone.
2. San Francisco Bay Cruise
Set sail on a private yacht or join one of a number of cruises around the stunning San Francisco Bay. Sip on a cocktail and nibble on bites as you take in breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the city skyline.
3. Scavenger Hunts Around San Francisco
Follow cryptic clues and answer fascinating questions as you tour museums, explore neighborhoods, solve murders, and more on scavenger hunts throughout the Bay Area.
- Indulge in a snack attack on the Munch Around Chinatown & North Beach Scavenger Hunt.
- Join a fishy adventure on the Fisherman’s Wharf Weird Wonders Scavenger Hunt.
- Suss out surprising secrets at the De Young Museum, the Exploratorium, or the California Academy of Sciences.
- Or check out such quirky spots as the Computer History Museum or the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum.
One of the great benefits is that everyone on your team can contribute equally, because you don’t need any particular athletic skills, artistic talents, or prior knowledge. You all just put your heads together and have a fun day.
4. Dinner at a Michelin-Starred Restaurant
For a luxurious and unforgettable way to mark your special day, go all in on a gourmet dining experience at one of the Bay Area’s Michelin-starred restaurants. Whether celebrating a birthday or rewarding your team with an incredible experience, you’ll savor exquisite dishes crafted by world-class chefs.
5. Golden Gate Park Picnic
Plan a delightful picnic in Golden Gate Park, complete with delicious food, games, and good company. Explore the park’s many attractions, such as the Japanese Tea Garden and the Conservatory of Flowers. It’s an ideal option for a laid-back and nature-filled birthday—made even better when you pair it with our Go for the Golden Gate Park Scavenger Hunt.
6. Alcatraz Night Tour
Experience history and mysteries on an Alcatraz Island on an Alcatraz Island ight tour. You’ll explore the former prison with a guided tour and learn about its notorious past. It’s an intriguing way to celebrate a birthday. Just don’t get the birthday person locked up and left behind!
7. Trivia Game
Enjoy a wide array of trivia games just about anywhere—at home, in the office, in a rented ballroom or restaurant space, or Zooming in from multiple places at once. And with audio and visual components, scavenger hunt rounds, and creative photo challenges, as well as many different themes, these aren’t run-of-the-mill pub-trivia games anyone could throw together.
8. Day Trip to Muir Woods
Escape to the serene beauty of Muir Woods National Monument. Walk among the towering redwoods and enjoy the tranquility of nature for a peaceful, rejuvenating birthday outing or company hike.
9. Cooking Class in the City
Take a hands-on cooking class at a culinary school or restaurant in San Francisco. Learning to prepare a new cuisine and enjoying the meal you’ve made together makes for fun and educational birthday or corporate activity.
10. Brewery Tour and Tasting
Explore the Bay Area’s vibrant craft beer scene with a brewery tour and tasting. Visit local breweries, learn about the brewing process, and sample a variety of beers. Prefer a brewski on the water? Go for something more unusual and charter a San Francisco Brew Boat.
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