help needed and fast!

[STARGAZER24]

I want to do something for my 18th which is coming up in October although my friends will all still be 17 and therefore unable to get served alcohol.Does anyone have any ideas on how to get around the problem?If not any other ideas for doing something that will be memorable on a tight budget would be greatly appreciated.Thanks guys!

[bednobs]

fake id? What about going out for a mal ... im sure you cn get drink with meals

[missjef]

Depends how old they look i suppose, but you could go out for a meal - which you will all likely get served (try TGI fridays and get cocktails), then your best bet is probably to go to pubs rather than bars/clubs as they are less likely to have bouncers or ID you as soon as you walk in.
Try go to busy pubs and sit away from the bar, then you can get the drinks without your friends going to the bar - this is what me and my friends did while i wasnt 18.
Just make sure you all look confident, lol!!
You could have a fancy dress party? would be memorable! Or a cocktail party at home if you can, then you can all dress up but just have the cocktails at home, then maybe head to a pub for a bit after.

[jenstar]

You can legally consume alcohol outside, in the beer garden, if you're under 18. Though if it's an evening in October I don't suppose that's a very practical solution.

[puzzled54]

You could try involving your parents! Why not ask if they would like to serve a posh meal at home for your friends and pretend its a fancy restaurant.

[STARGAZER24]

Thanks for the ideas guys! I was hoping to have more of a party and invite around 50 people though!

[Hellion]

What about local village hall, buy loads of non alcoholic drinks or make non alcoholic cocktails - theme the evening for Halloween. When we entertain on a budget we keep it simple like sausages and jacket potatoes (brilliant for Halloween) or sausage and mash. Most Fish and Chip shops will deliver a fish 'supper' too. You can do all the mad Halloween things like dressing up, apple bobbing etc.
It's people that make a party, not the alcohol, good on you for taking it into account.

Happy Birthday by the way - mines 15th October what date is yours?