Milestones

Birthdays, showers, graduations — the parties that matter enough to plan and cost enough to plan carefully.

• August 22, 2026

  "Backyard Birthday for 30: My Real Budget, Line by Line"

  The complete budget for a 30-guest backyard birthday — food, drinks, shade, seating, decor, and the lines I cut — totaling $393 with every price itemized.

  By Marisol Vega