Not every couple dreams of a formal, sit-down, catered affair
for their wedding anniversary party. In fact, they may not even
want a fancy social reception at all. If you’re looking for
something a little different, here are eight unique anniversary
party ideas to consider.
1. Luau or Tropical Flair – Did they go to Hawaii or the
Caribbean on their honeymoon? Do they love to vacation in the
islands? Or do they dream of going one day? Create a celebration
with an island atmosphere. Tiki torches, seashells, and fake
palm trees add to the decor. Play music from the tropics. Serve
up coconut based drinks. Don’t forget the flower leis for the
celebrating couple.
2. Big Family Barbecue – You can fire up the grill and do this
in your backyard. Or, you can go all out, rent a big tent, hire
professional grill-masters and a country music band. Whether
your party is low-key or over the top, it will be casual fun
that friends and relatives of all ages will enjoy.
3. Romantic Dinner Cruise – If you live near a river, lake,
ocean or just about any body of water, there is bound to be
boats available for your celebration. They usually include a
meal, music and dancing. It has all the trappings of a typical
anniversary party, but with a seaworthy twist.
4. Year We Got Married – Did the happy couple get married in the
1950′s? Then plan a doo-wop sock hop. If their marriage took
place in the 60′s, load up on tie-dye, peace signs, lava lamps
and rock and roll. If they took the plunge in the 70′s, then go
all out disco. Build the party around the decade of their
wedding, including music, fashion, headlines, even popular foods.
5. Fiesta – If you’re planning a wedding anniversary party for a
couple that still has a lot of spice in their relationship, then
how about a fiery south of the border theme? Hire a mariachi
band, serve spicy food and decorate with pinatas.
6. Hollywood Love Story – Roll out the red carpet (literally!)
for your own version of Tracy and Hepburn. Decorate with
life-size cardboard cutouts of movie stars, clapboards, awards,
stars and twinkle lights. Select invitations featuring tickets.
Play soundtracks from blockbuster films.
7. Interesting Location – If the couple is still wild about each
other after all these years, consider throwing their anniversary
party in your local zoological park. Most zoos have facilities
you can rent, even after hours, and your guests can enjoy some
of the animal exhibits.
How about having your celebration at the botanical gardens? Can
you imagine a more beautiful location? You might also want to
investigate to see if the restaurant the couple went to on their
first date is still open and have the party there. What other
location might be of particular sentimental value to the them?
Find out if it’s available for parties.
8. Destination Anniversary – Choose several close friends and
family members and plan a weekend trip to an exotic location to
celebrate the couple’s milestone. Destination weddings are all
the rage, so why not adapt this trend to your celebration? This
may sound extravagant, but it can be cheaper than planning a
elegant formal dinner for a hundred people. The guests are
usually only responsible for paying their air fare or other
transportation costs. That means that you’ll be picking up the
tab for hotel and meals. But think of the memories!
Traditional celebrations can be wonderful. But if you’re
planning a wedding anniversary party for a unique couple who
would enjoy something a little different, don’t settle for an
ordinary event. You don’t need to be limited to conventional
ideas. Just use your imagination, maybe borrow one of these
suggestions, and you’ll create an anniversary to remember.
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