The Best Anniversary Gifts for Parents
Whether your parents have been married for 10 years or 50, their union is something special that should be celebrated. But what do you get mom and dad to honor their anniversary? We perused some of our go-to online retailers to pinpoint anniversary gifts that are perfect for parents. There are sentimental options, charming novelty items, and plenty of quality time-oriented choices.
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$24 and up from Etsy
This digital painting transforms a photo into a beautiful watercolor rendering. You can choose to purchase the digital file only, a paper print, or a canvas. Multiple sizes are available.
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$100 from Harry & David
Who doesn’t love a gift basket full of goodies? This Harry & David deluxe gourmet gift basket includes salami, assorted cheeses, crackers, cake, dried fruit, spreads, almonds, cookies, and signature chocolate truffles. It’s the ultimate gift that covers all the bases, sweet and savory.
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$55 from Mano’s Wine
Show your parents your thoughtful side by gifting them with a custom etched bottle of California Cabernet Sauvignon for their anniversary. Their names, wedding date, years married, and an optional message are all deep-etched and hand painted on the bottle.
$48 and up from Amazon
The has everything your parents will need to enjoy a romantic picnic together, including plates, silverware, a picnic blanket, and a spot for a cold bottle of something. Plus it comes in backpack form so it's easy to carry around.
$14 and up from Etsy
If you’re looking for a gift that’s on the cuter side, these customizable couple T-shirts should be on your radar. Not only can you personalize the shirts with the year your parents got married, you can choose between 10 different color options and a range of sizes.
$40 from Amazon
Do your parents enjoy drinking wine? This rechargeable, cordless wine opener doubles as a chiller. If a practical gift is what you’re after, look no further.
$30 and up from Etsy
Give your parents the gift of quality time with this 1,000 piece photo puzzle. Not only will they be able to spend time putting it together, they can also frame it once it’s finished — it’s the gift that keeps on giving.
$85 from Uncommon Goods
Help your parents embrace their sentimental sides with this anniversary journal. The pages allow them to record memories of their first to 60th anniversaries. Pages include prompts like how they celebrated, memorable moments, and favorite things. The journal also has room for photos.
$200 from Etsy
If your parents enjoy the occasional tipple, this is the ideal gift for them. The boxed decanter set includes engraved whiskey glasses. The seller doesn’t slouch when it comes to the packaging either — the set comes in a handmade walnut-stained maple gift box.
$229 and up from Canvas Vows
This sound wave canvas isn’t just any piece of contemporary art. You can actually upload a sound clip of your parents’ wedding song and turn it into sound wave art. Sentimental and aesthetically pleasing.
$13 and up from Etsy
Do your parents like gifts that lean more toward the novelty side? This anniversary coffee mug is charming, simple, and it’s something they can actually use.
$155 from Uncommon Goods
If traveling the states is something your parents are interested in (or have already done a lot of), this personalized pushpin map is a great gift idea. In addition to being an attractive piece of wall decor, the map will encourage them to take more trips together.
$35 from Etsy
Gift your parents with the joy and nostalgia brought on by reminiscing. This picture frame includes a slot for a picture of when they first got together next to a picture of them now. It’s the perfect gift to take them on a trip down memory lane to reflect on their love story.
$45 from Uncommon Goods
This anniversary map candle has three points of customization: wedding date, names, and a map view of where your parents were married. The hand-poured soy wax candle is handmade in Oregon.
$35 and up from Etsy
There are a handful of items that should be in every kitchen, and a cutting board is one of them. This wooden cutting board can be personalized with your parents initials, names, or wedding date, making a kitchen staple something special.
$180 from Uncommon Goods
Some of the best gifts you can get for your parents for their anniversary are things that encourage them to spend quality time together. Made out of cherry wood, this wine carrier transforms into a small picnic table and you can have it customized with your parents’ names. They’ll be enjoying wine and snacks together in no time.
$100 and up from GourmetGiftBaskets.com
Champagne is the drink of celebration and that’s exactly what you’ll encourage your parents to do with this gift basket. You can choose one of four champagne options, and the basket comes with various chocolates, truffles, and other delectable sweets.
$49 and up from Etsy
Sure, a gift card to your parents’ favorite restaurant might be a good go-to, but this gift basket is the ideal way to shake things up, providing them with all of the gourmet ingredients they need to prepare and enjoy an Italian dinner at home together.
$60 and up from Shari’s Berries
When in doubt, give your parents something sweet and edible. This adorable fruit arrangement also includes chocolate covered strawberries. It’s as delicious as it is charming.
$70 from Amazon
Porcelain Precious Moments figurines are both timeless and classic and this adorable 50th anniversary figurine is the perfect gift to commemorate such a momentous occasion.
