35+ Romantic 10 Year Anniversary Ideas

Reaching your 10th wedding anniversary is a significant milestone that deserves a celebration as enduring as your love.

Ten years represents a decade of shared growth, overcoming challenges, and building a life together. Whether you are looking for romantic getaways, a thoughtful 10 year anniversary gifts for him to exchange over dinner, or meaningful ways to start new traditions, we have curated the ultimate list of 10 year anniversary ideas.

From the traditional gift of tin to modern gift ideas like diamond jewelry, explore how to make this special occasion unforgettable.

Romantic Getaways & Trips

A weekend getaway is a great way to celebrate a 10-year anniversary. It allows you to disconnect from the world and focus solely on your love story.

1. The "Second Honeymoon"

Visiting a brand-new city together can create unforgettable memories. Treat this trip with the same reverence as your first honeymoon. Whether it's Paris or a hidden gem in Italy, exploring a new culture symbolizes new beginnings.

2. Quaint Town Escape

Celebrating a 10-year anniversary can include a weekend getaway to a quaint town for relaxation and exploration. Find a B&B with a fireplace, browse antique shops, and enjoy the slower pace.

3. Spontaneous Road Trip

Pack a bag and drive. A road trip offers the freedom to escape everyday life. Discover hidden gems, play your favorite song on the radio, and enjoy the timeless appeal of the open road.

4. Luxury Glamping (The "Tin" Connection)

For a clever nod to the tin/aluminum theme, book a stay in a vintage Airstream trailer. It combines the cozy nights of camping with the luxury of a hotel.

5. Bucket List Adventure

Adventurous activities for a 10-year anniversary include completing a bucket list item. Whether it's seeing the Northern Lights or hiking Machu Picchu, doing something you’ve always dreamed of bonds you forever.

6. Vineyard Tour

Swap the pub for a vineyard. Walking through rows of grapes and tasting fine wines is inherently romantic and sophisticated—perfect for a 10th anniversary.

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Sentimental Experiences & Dates

If you can't get away for a full trip, these experience-based 10 year anniversary ideas focus on deep connection and nostalgia.

7. Renew Your Vows

Renewing wedding vows can add a special touch to a 10-year anniversary celebration. You don't need a big crowd; a private ceremony allows you to reaffirm your undying love and commitment for the next decade.

8. Recreate the First Date

Recreating your first date is a meaningful way to celebrate a decade of marriage. Go to the same fancy restaurant or movie theater where you first met. Reflect on how much your lives have changed since that night.

9. Memory Lane Scavenger Hunt

To relive memories, plan a scavenger hunt. Leave notes and clues at locations significant to your relationship (your first apartment, where you proposed), leading to a final romantic dinner.

10. Professional Photoshoot

Booking a photoshoot can help capture precious memories. You have photos from your wedding day, but likely few professional ones since. Capture who you are today with a session at a special date location.

11. Hot Air Balloon Ride

For a truly special occasion, book a hot air balloon ride. Floating above the landscape provides a breathtaking perspective on the world and a romantic setting for a personal message exchange.

12. Go to a Concert or Show

Going to a concert or show can enhance the celebration of a 10-year anniversary. Whether it's a symphony or a rock band you both love, live music creates a high-energy, memorable night.

13. Take a Class Together

Starting new traditions can include taking a class together. Try pottery (a nod to the 9th anniversary, but fun for the 10th!), painting, or a salsa dancing class to spark new chemistry.

Meaningful New Traditions

The 10-year mark is the perfect time to start new traditions that will carry you through to your 20th anniversary.

14. Plant a Tree

Starting new traditions can include planting a tree together. Plant it in your backyard and watch it grow over the next decade. It is a living symbol of your enduring love.

15. Write Love Letters

Writing love letters to each other can be a meaningful way to celebrate a relationship. Share your favorite memories, your hopes for the future, and a special message that expresses your gratitude.

16. Create a "Soundtrack of Us"

Creating a meaningful playlist of songs that reflect a couple's journey can enhance a 10-year anniversary celebration. Include your first dance song, road trip anthems, and hits from the year you married.

17. Make a Scrapbook

Making a scrapbook or memory book can be a meaningful activity. In the digital age, we rarely print photos. Take this time to curate a physical book of your first decade.

18. Create a Time Capsule

Fill a personalized storage tin with mementos from this year—a newspaper, photos, and letters to each other. Seal it and promise not to open it until your 20th anniversary.

Cozy Celebrations at Home

Enjoying a cozy night in can be a relaxing way to celebrate a decade together. Sometimes, the best gift is simply uninterrupted time.

19. Private Chef Dinner

Skip the crowded restaurant and hire a private chef to cook a gourmet meal in your own kitchen. It brings the fancy restaurant experience to the comfort of your home.

20. The Ultimate Movie Night

Transform your living room. Build a cozy blanket gift basket filled with popcorn, chocolate, and a warm LED glow from string lights. Re-watch your wedding video or your all-time favorite films.

21. At-Home Spa Day

Turn your bathroom into a sanctuary. Light candles, run a bubble bath, and enjoy a relaxing massage. It’s an intimate way to decompress and connect.

22. Stargazing Night

Head to the backyard with a blanket and a bottle of wine. Look up at the stars and reminisce about your journey.

Traditional Tin & Aluminum Gifts

The traditional gift for a 10-year anniversary is tin or aluminum. These materials don't rust, symbolizing the resilience and flexibility of your marriage.

23. Personalized Keepsake Box

Creative gifts for a 10-year anniversary can include personalized keepsake boxes. A metal or wood box is perfect for storing the love letters you write this year.

24. Custom Engraved Tools

For a practical gift that honors the "steel/aluminum" theme, consider high-quality tools. They represent building a life together.

25. Aluminum Art

Commission a piece of custom art made from aluminum—perhaps a sound wave of your vows or a map of where you met.

26. Personalized Storage Tin

A personalized storage tin is a fun take on the traditional tin anniversary gift. It can be filled with his favorite gourmet treats or small sentimental items.

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Modern & Personalized Gift Ideas

Modern gifts for a 10-year anniversary often include diamond jewelry. However, personalized gifts are often the most meaningful gift you can give.

27. Diamond Jewelry

Diamond jewelry is a popular modern gift choice. For him, this could be a sleek watch with diamond accents or diamond cufflinks to wear on your anniversary date.

28. Engraved Knives

A versatile piece like a pocket knife is a great gift for him. It blends the durability of the traditional theme with modern utility.

29. Gunmetal Watch

Watches are timeless. A gunmetal watch fits the metal theme of the 10th anniversary while serving as a daily reminder of your time together.

30. Custom Whiskey Glass

If he enjoys a drink, a personalized wine glass or whiskey glass allows him to toast to your 10th wedding anniversary in style.

Explore our full collection of 10 Year Anniversary Gifts to find the perfect gift for your milestone.