Reaching another year as a married couple is a feat worth celebrating. Despite the frustrations and challenges you experienced, you’ve managed to reach a milestone that proves just how resilient your relationship is. This in itself deserves an anniversary party like no other.
Celebrating this occasion should be different from the celebrations you’ve had before. All it takes is a great deal of planning, creativity, and a few valuable pieces of advice to make this anniversary one that will stay with you forever. Here are a few tips to help get you started on that:
1. Decide on the level of intimacy
Most couples would prefer to celebrate the long years they’ve been married secretly and with a select number of friends and family members. Others make a spectacle out of this milestone, so much so that they would publicize the event to people expecting a grand ball. Whichever the case, talk with your partner and decide on how you want to throw the party.
Consider the pros and cons of an intimate get-together compared to a lavish suit-and-tie affair. Be practical and listen to each other’s suggestions. This is your party, after all, so you must work together to come up with a unique and realistic concept.
2. Know where to celebrate it
Whether you’re opting for a more intimate commemoration or a luxurious banquet, you will need to identify the best venue to suit the concept. If it’s going to be a family-only party, then you might as well have the party at home. Free up the backyard for a buffet or outdoor barbecue.
You can also opt to bring the entire family to a seaside resort so everyone has their fair share of fun. On the other hand, a large party would require an entire function hall complete with catering and decorations. The cost will be hefty, but if you want to add a touch of sophistication to the celebration, then every cent would be worth the trouble.
3. Make it authentic by setting a theme
Anniversary parties for married couples are always straightforward events. For the most part, it functions as a gathering of family members, friends, and acquaintances for a feast. You wouldn’t want to limit yourself to that. Make the party memorable for yourself as a couple and for your guests by setting a fun theme.
For instance, if you’re celebrating 20 years of marriage, the Roaring 20s might be a good choice. Consider reaching out to a company that specializes in casino parties and can help set up the look and feel of the atmosphere by lending roulette tables and slot machines. Have the guests dress up in their best period costumes to complete the theme.
4. Come up with a program
When preparing an anniversary party, you will need more than a slideshow highlighting the best memories you’ve made up to this point. consider giving friends and family members the chance to give a heartwarming speech or a hilarious and good-natured roast. It’s also a good idea if you could recreate your wedding day. This would also be a good time to renew your vows to each other as you look forward to a brighter future.
Endnote
The years you’ve spent with your spouse are priceless. They deserve more than a grand feast. Make it an emotional and heart-warming celebration by keeping the guide above in mind.