40th Birthday Gift Ideas They’ll Be Obsessed With

Amelia Belcastro

Is your loved one turning 40? The big 4-0 is one milestone that deserves a blowout gift. Think bigger than flowers and surprise them with an unforgettable experience instead. Creating lasting memories, an experience makes for the best moments, especially when shared with a loved one. Celebrate their new era in style with our curated gift guide (don’t worry if you miss the mark – they can easily swap it for another). 

2 Night Getaway

After 40 laps around the sun, they deserve more than just a one-day celebrationGive them something to get excited about with a two-night getaway experience. Getting away to spend quality, undisturbed time with a loved one will become one of their favourite moments yet. Whether it is deluxe glamping or a rainforest escape, good luck topping this gift in the future. 

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Cooking Class

They may be 40 but that doesn’t mean they are done learning. If they are known to cook up a storm, commemorate the newest milestone with a cooking classA gift that keeps on giving, they will learn a new recipe and pick up techniques they can use back at homeExtra brownie points if you pick a new cuisine they’ve yet to master! 

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Wine Tasting

Do they consider themselves a wine connoisseur? Gift them a wine tasting experience so they can celebrate their 40th with an experience that feeds their appreciationThe dream day out for any wine lover, wine tasting is the perfect excuse for them to indulge in an endless supply of their favourite drink while making memories with someone they adore. 

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3 Course Dinner and Wine

A 40th birthday calls for an impressive dinner that goes beyond the norm. An upgrade from the usual outing, the foodie in your life will enjoy honouring the newest milestone sharing a three-course dinner with a loved one. You can take pride in knowing they will take on the next era on a satisfied high after a tantalising three-course meal accompanied by a glass of wine. 

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V8 Experience

Haven’t you heard? 40 is the new 30. If they are yet to experience the thrill of a high-speed drive, it is never too late to surprise them with a V8 experience. From taking control and embracing the power of a V8 car to welcoming the exhilaration with a joyride, they will love that your gift is one more incredible experience they can tick off their bucket list. 

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Scenic Flights

By the time one reaches 40, they have started to appreciate the subtleties in life, like an incredible view. A fun way to celebrate a new era, a scenic flight makes for an exciting 40th birthday gift. Better than any item, they will discover a whole new perspective from up above as they embark on this picturesque ride surrounded by million-dollar views. 

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A RedBalloon Voucher

Can’t decide which experience is more up their alley? Gift them the freedom of choice and let them pick their own 40th birthday present instead. Choosing from thousands of experiences, the perfect gift is just waiting to be discovered. Our vouchers also have a 5-year validity, so they have plenty of time to find the right experience for them. 

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