34 Totally Fun Things to Do on Your Anniversary

Time flies when you’re having fun, so it's no surprise that you and your S.O. are about to celebrate another 12 months together. If it feels like you're always going out to the same restaurants, it probably doesn’t seem very special to celebrate with dinner, so to help save you from another year of borderline boring anniversary plans, we've rounded up some of the best things to do on your anniversary that are a bit more under-the-radar.

From sexy salsa lessons to spontaneous road trips and dreamy merry-go-round rides, we've got you covered with fun date ideas that are sure to liven up your annual celebration. Now, all that's left to do is pop a bottle of bubbly and raise your glasses to another wonderful year together. Cheers!

Fun Ways to Celebrate Your Anniversary — Michela Buttignol/MyDomaine

Keep reading for 34 of our favorite anniversary ideas to try this year.

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Salsa Dance

Ballroom dance the night away with a private lesson. What better way to heat things up? Plus you'll be learning a valuable skill for any time you need to hit the dance floor.

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Have a Cook-Off at Home

For an economical option, one person cooks dinner, and the other’s on dessert duty. Whoever’s recipe turns out best doesn’t have to do the dishes.

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Plan to Make Each Other Homemade Gifts

That means no expensive jewelry or pricey material things. Give something from the heart like a photo album of memories or an original poem.

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Host a Party

Anniversary celebrations ideas — @_hollyt

An anniversary is a perfect excuse to gather up loved ones for a cocktail party or dinner party hosted by the happy couple. Invite your family and friends to celebrate your love together.

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Attend a Local Mixology Class

You can learn to whip up little-known cocktails with the help of a professional. Try a new spirit or stick to one of your favorites. How’s that for a party trick?

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Rent Out a Karaoke Bar

Whether you rent out a private room at a karaoke bar or bring your friends and family, woo your partner with your singing skills (or lack thereof). This is the perfect idea for a couple who loves to perform.

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Head to a Rooftop Bar or Restaurant

Celebrate your love with great food and a spectacular view. What could be more romantic than that? You may have to spend a little more money for the scenery, but what's an anniversary if not an excuse to splurge?

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Spend the Evening Reminiscing

Look through old photos, videos, and love letters to remember how you started out and take stock of how far you've come. This is also a great opportunity for you to write a love note to each other, expressing your feelings.

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Splurge on a Hotel

Ways to celebrate an anniversary — @littleblackboots

Book a room at the chicest hotel in town for a mini staycation. Don’t forget the bubbly, rose petals, and all that good stuff. You can even let the hotel know you'll be celebrating ahead of time, and maybe you'll score some free champagne.

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Rewind and Re-Create Your First Date

Whether it’s been six months or six years, there’s no better way to remember the good old days. Head to the same place you had your first date, and enjoy reliving the memories.

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Head Outdoors

Your anniversary calls for an adventure. If you live in the mountains, embark on a hike. If you're close to the beach, hit the sand for a day of sun.

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Keep It Simple

Romantic things to do on an anniversary — @wethepeoplestyle

Busy days mean you need to slow down and appreciate the little things. If your day falls during the week, enjoy breakfast in bed before rushing off to work or leave a sweet note by your partner's bedside.

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Get Creative

Pick a romantic piece of art to re-create at a paint and sip class (don’t forget to BYOB)— then hang the masterpiece as a remembrance. Even if you're not artsy, this is a fun way to try something new together.

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Take a Cooking Class

Sign up for a cooking class to take your culinary skills to the next level and learn something new together. Whether you both love to cook or one of you tends to handle dinner more than the other, enjoy learning a few new skills together.

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Stay In

Order your favorite takeout, grab a bottle of wine, and share good conversation with one another right at home. Low pressure, but still a great time.

Make it really special by getting dressed up as if you were headed out to a hot new restaurant.

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Share Your Feelings

Anniversary celebration ideas — @yummertime

Take a week to write mini toasts to each other, then share them on your special day. It means a lot when you take time to think about why you love some one, then share it with them.

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Dine Al Fresco

Pack a picnic of all your favorite foods as a couple, and enjoy them at the park or beach. If it’s raining, the living room floor will totally work too.

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Relax at a Spa Together

Book a few couples treatments at a nearby retreat and enjoy some rejuvenating downtime with one another.

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Go Camping

For an outdoorsy couple, what could be more romantic than a night spent in the wilderness in a cozy tent beneath the stars. It's the perfect excuse to unplug and reconnect.

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Go Retro

Find a drive-in movie theater and catch a flick—is there anything cuter than cozying up in your car?

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Plan a Vacation

Book flights to your favorite beach destination (be sure to turn on your out-of-office message). Even if you can't travel right now, having something to look forward to will help the celebrations continue all year long.

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Set Sail on a Sunset Boat Ride

If you're lucky enough to live by the beach or a lake, this makes for a seriously romantic evening. Be sure to pack some snacks for the trip.

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Enjoy an At-Home Spa Day

Skip the spa and give each other relaxing massages. It's a fun, intimate activity that you'll both love.

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Hit the Road

Things to do to celebrate an anniversary — @freddieharrel

Head out on a spontaneous road trip and see where the drive takes you. You can start with a plan in mind or just start driving and see where you end up.

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Attend a Concert

Catch your favorite type of live music—jazz, rock, classical, or whatever makes your heart skip a beat. Bonus points if you see the band who plays "your song."

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Take Some Pictures

Hire a professional to your photos. Pick a meaningful location to snap a few shots of you and your love. You can look back on the final prints year after year.

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Draw a Bath

Spend the evening soaking together. Set the mood by lighting candles, playing soft music, and popping a bottle of bubbly.

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Get Active

Active ways to celebrate an anniversary — @moderosaofficial

Go for a couples bike ride around town, stopping at all your favorite spots along the way for coffee, ice cream, you name it.

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Head to an Amusement Park

Find an old-fashioned merry-go-round and take a romantic ride. Sometimes you just need to let loose and enjoy yourselves.

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Head to a Wine Tasting

Head to a vineyard or even a local wine shop for a bit of wine tasting. Go big and plan a trip to Napa or Sonoma or keep it simple and stay local. Either way, the romantic beverage will have you and your S.O. feeling the love.

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Renew Your Vows

If you're celebrating a wedding anniversary, why not make this year truly special and recommit your devotion to one another with a ceremony? Keep it small or invite all of your friends and family.

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Have a Laugh

Hit up a comedy club—the couple that laughs together stays together. If you'd rather stay in, watch all of the best comedy specials you can find on Netflix.

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