As the work week comes to a close, you may find yourself eager for the weekend. After all those long hours of tedious and mundane work or classes, you finally get one or two days off to relax. If you could sleep as much as you want, go on a short trip to refresh your mind, or party with friends, which would you choose? For most people, parties are an essential part of social life. Humans have been throwing parties since they started living in groups or societies. If you’re looking to strengthen bonds with family and friends or just make some great memories, parties are perfect for that. They’ve even been known as the cornerstone of social existence – which is why we call humans “social animals.” So if you’re currently in college or aspiring to live a socialite life, don’t miss out on this experience! From swinging soirees to debauched galas, we have the inside scoop on some of history’s most scandalous parties. In the past, no party was complete without copious amounts of alcohol, music, dancing, and rowdy guests- even if it meant spending a small fortune. Today, you might not be able to (or want to) recreate one of these decadent bashes down to the last detail, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take inspiration from them for your next big event. From sex parties with the pope of 1501 to Kim Kardashian’s 40th birthday on a private island, there have been plenty of historic and wild parties throughout time. Here are 40 of the craziest and most over-the-top bashes that have ever been thrown!
Birthday parties, the Kardashian way
When Kim Kardashian turned 40, the world was consumed by COVID. With events halted and lockdowns in place, her birthday party might have been the last thing on people’s minds. However, being a member of the famed Kardashian family meant that her celebration had to be bigger and better than ever before.
Kim booked an entire island with luxurious villas and resorts for her 30-40 guests. She flew them all on a private Boeing 777 to ensure that nobody would be infected with Covid. This party was met with intense backlash from the public because many people were struggling to cope with the economic and physical effects of the pandemic. This wealthy celebrity seemed to want to celebrate while everyone else was suffering.