16 Fun Anniversary Ideas in the Bay Area To Celebrate In Style (2024)
- Date: May 8, 2024
- Topic: Events
- Contributors: Written by Peerspace Staff
Source: Peerspace
Do you live in the Bay Area? Congratulations! It’s no exaggeration to say that you live in one of the coolest and most creative places in the world. What this means is that you have a vast range of anniversary ideas in the Bay Area to choose from—including activities, destinations, entertainment, events, and more that are sure to make your next anniversary celebration a complete success.
We’ve put together a list of 16 of the best anniversary ideas in the Bay Area, including a variety of options to ensure there’s something for every budget, any time of year, and every preference.
As you review these ideas, keep your eyes peeled for our suggested Peerspace venues in the Bay Area that might work for your anniversary plans. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, Peerspace can connect you with thousands of these types of spaces not only locally, but across hundreds of cities worldwide.
Ready to start planning the perfect anniversary? Then keep reading for our suggestions on the best anniversary ideas in the Bay Area!
1. Splurge on a delicious meal at a Michelin Star restaurant
If you can afford to spend a little more on a special dinner—or even a brunch, or a lunch, if preferred—one of the most exciting anniversary ideas in the Bay Area is to take your partner out for a decadent meal at a Michelin Star restaurant (one of the top awards a restaurant can receive anywhere on Earth, indicative of world-class quality!). Here’s a list and a map of all the Michelin Star restaurants in the Bay Area, courtesy of Eater San Francisco.
2. Plan the ideal anniversary party at an event venue in the Bay Area
Peerspace is the best platform for researching and renting event venues. In fact, we have more than 1,000 anniversary spaces available for rent in the Bay Area alone.
Looking for a place where you can plan an anniversary party for your partner, yourself, and your closest friends and family? These are some of our top choices for Bay Area Peerspaces:
- This modern, stylish plant shop in San Jose is known as the Preserve. It can accommodate up to 30 guests, making it an excellent choice for a small anniversary party. Featured amenities include high ceilings, Bluetooth speakers, an ADA bathroom, and more. You can also purchase rental add-ons like a balloon arch, drink dispensers, decorative garlands, and more, making decorating for your party that much easier.
- This historic firehouse on the water in the Marina District sits right on the edge of San Francisco Bay. This means that the patio adjacent to the space has fantastic views of Alcatraz and Angel Island. Indoors, the space offers polished concrete floors, track lighting, and enough space for 80 people seated for dinner to 120 for a stand-up reception.
- This photo studio loft in West Oakland is another space that’d be a great fit for a smaller anniversary party, as it has capacity for up to 30 people in its 2,100 square feet of space. In addition to its abundance of natural light and soaring ceilings, there’s also a full professional kitchen with a five-burner gas stove and nine feet of rolling counter space, making last-minute food and drink preparation for your party especially seamless.
Search Peerspace for yourself using the platform’s intuitive filters to narrow down your results based on your preferences. That way, you can discover many more top-notch venues across the Bay Area.
3. Immerse yourself in science and art at the Exploratorium
With more than 650 interactive exhibits across six large indoor and outdoor galleries, visiting the Exploratorium is an incredibly engaging way to spend your anniversary.
4. Take a pottery class at Clay By The Bay Pottery Studios
Check out their list of classes, from beginner to more advanced options, to see which would be the best fit for you and your partner’s skill level.
Considering a couple’s photoshoot as part of your celebration? Then these studio photoshoot ideas in San Francisco will introduce you to some amazing locations!
5. Go bowling at one of the best bowling alleys in the Bay Area
Whether you’re looking for a modern, “elevated” bowling alley experience or you’d prefer a more retro/throwback feel, there’s a bowling alley for you in the Bay Area. Browse this list from Time Out San Francisco for guidance.
6. Walk among old-growth redwoods at Muir Woods National Monument
Bay Area residents are incredibly lucky to live near the Muir Woods, one of the most beautiful and famous natural areas in North America that’s known for its massive, awe-inspiring redwood trees.
7. Leave the city and go wine tasting in Sonoma County
The Bay Area also happens to be close to Sonoma County wine country, where some of the best American wines are produced. If you and your partner are wine enthusiasts, go for a winery tour/wine tasting in Sonoma County for your next anniversary!
8. Get up close and personal with the ocean’s gentlest giants on a San Francisco Whale Tour
You can see humpbacks, gray whales, and more with a whale watching tour of the San Francisco Bay courtesy of San Francisco Whale Tours.
9. Watch the sunset on a romantic Bay cruise with Red and White Fleet San Francisco Cruises
To maximize the romantic feel of your cruise, we recommend heading out for a Sunset Cruise with Red and White Fleet!
10. Learn more about science and nature at the California Academy of Sciences
As one of the top natural history museums in the country, the California Academy of Sciences also has an aquarium, a planetarium, a rainforest exhibition, and more! If you’re a true science enthusiast, you can definitely spend your entire anniversary here and never run out of things to do.
11. Go to the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
One of the many fabulous things about living in California is the access you have to tons of locally grown, high-quality fresh produce. The Ferry Plaza Farmers Market is among the best places to shop for this produce (and more!).
12. Get your sweat on at House of Air Trampoline Park
Don’t want to share the trampolines with rambunctious kids for your anniversary? (We don’t blame you!) If so, visit during one of House of Air’s Adults Only nights.
Do you and your partner love exploring new spaces together? Then you need to check out this list of the most awesome hidden gems in San Francisco!
13. Discover the best of contemporary art at SFMOMA
SFMOMA happens to be one of the largest museums of its kind in the United States, so there’s a ton to discover here! See current and upcoming exhibitions on their website.
14. Play hundreds of retro games at High Scores Arcade
High Scores Arcade isn’t your usual arcade. It’s actually an arcade museum, focused on the golden age of gaming (the early to mid 1980s). Here, visitors can play a wide variety of retro games for themselves!
15. Go for a stroll along Lovers Lane Trail
As the oldest footpath in San Francisco, Lovers Lane Trail has more than just a romantic name (and romantic vibes). It’s also a piece of history that dates back to the 18th century! It offers amazing views of the Golden Gate Bridge, so definitely consider this if you and your partner are seeking fresh air on your anniversary.
16. Find an outdoor event venue on Peerspace where you and your partner can enjoy a leisurely anniversary picnic
If the weather allows, your partner is sure to be enamored with this anniversary idea in the Bay Area: planning a delicious and decadent picnic with their favorite foods and beverages!
Of course, when it comes to picnics, choosing the right outdoor location is a huge part of the planning process. If you’re on a budget, then you might consider having your picnic in one of the Bay Area’s many public parks. Or if you have some money to spend, consider renting an outdoor Peerspace venue that’ll make your picnic especially private.
Check out these three examples of the kinds of outdoor Peerspaces we’re talking about:
- This patio event space in Oakland—AKA the Good Stock Garden. It offers 1,200 square feet of space with welcoming and intimate vibes. The garden has Bluetooth speakers and cafe lights that cast warm mood lighting for the evening, and there’s plenty of comfortable furniture where you and your partner can sit and relax.
- This stylish, private outdoor garden in the Castro is an unbeatable location for an ultra-luxurious picnic. It’s part of a larger LGBTQ+ social club, and the outdoor space has a Brazilian Ipe deck, two fire pits, overhead heaters, designer furniture, outdoor lighting, speakers, and plenty of space. It’s also very private and shielded from wind, making it a comfortable space to unwind for a few hours.
- This rustic, Tuscan-inspired garden in Alamo was designed by an artist, and it shows! There’s a three-tier garden, a shady lower paved deck, and two covered patios, as well as a wooden deck that’s shaded by lovely trees. If you rent this space, you can also rent additional amenities like tables, chairs, and even a popcorn machine (for a touch of whimsy)!
Discover even more outdoor event venues in the Bay Area when you search Peerspace for yourself!
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