Anniversary Ideas for Couples
4 min read · 中文版
A hundred days, one year, three years: anniversaries are a chance to look back and say thank you. But some people care a lot about them and others can never remember the date. How do you celebrate so you're both happy? These ideas and tips might inspire you.
Go back to where it started
Have dinner where you had your first date, retrace a route you love, or look through photos from your time together.
Each write a letter about your most memorable moments of the year and what you'd like to say, and swap them on the day.
Make new memories together
Travel somewhere neither of you has been, even a weekend in a nearby city.
Learn something new together, like a cooking or pottery class, or try a new outdoor activity.
Simple is good too
An anniversary doesn't have to be grand. Cooking dinner at home, lighting candles and talking is just as warm.
If you're giving a gift, see our guide to choosing one. Thought counts more than price.
When you see it differently
One cares a lot about anniversaries and the other doesn't. That's common. Talk about your expectations beforehand and find a middle way.
If one of you forgets, don't blame each other. A sincere apology and a proper belated celebration matter more than who was right.
Frequently asked questions
Which day counts as our anniversary?
Whatever you agree on: your first date, the day you became a couple, or the day you first met.
Do we need to celebrate every month?
No. Some couples enjoy small monthly milestones, others only mark the year. Do what feels right for you both.
How do we celebrate when we're long distance?
Eat the same meal at the same time, look through photos together over video, or send a handwritten letter. Celebrate again when you next meet.
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