Birthday cafes are fan-organized cafe events celebrating an idol's birthday. Visitors usually buy a drink, receive a cup sleeve or small fan-made gift, take photos of decorations, and share the visit online.
What to expect
- Event dates are often close to the idol's birthday, not always on the exact day.
- Popular cafes may have lines and limited gifts.
- Menus can be simple because the focus is the event setup.
- Some events require one drink purchase per person.
Good etiquette
Order first, keep photo time reasonable, avoid blocking other customers, and do not remove decorations unless staff clearly say they are free to take.
| Korean | Meaning | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 생일카페 | Birthday cafe | The event itself. |
| 컵홀더 | Cup sleeve | The printed sleeve fans collect. |
| 특전 | Special gift | Fan-made extras included with purchase. |