One of the best parts about eloping? You get to ditch tradition and make the day your own. What are some fun elopement activities anyway?
Whether you’re dreaming of something chill and romantic or wild and adventurous, there are so many ways to infuse your personalities into your elopement day. Here are 10 elopement activities to help you create an experience you’ll never forget:
1. Visit a Local Brewery or Winery
If you’re a couple who loves craft beer or sipping wine in a cozy atmosphere, add a stop at a local brewery or winery to your elopement day. It’s a relaxed way to toast to your new marriage and grab some fun, candid photos. Whether you’re unwinding after a hike or making it part of your timeline before sunset portraits, it’s a great way to slow down and soak it all in.
2. Hit Up Your Favorite Bar
Whether it’s a dive bar with your go-to drink or a swanky cocktail lounge that feels like date night, stopping at your favorite bar adds a fun and personal twist to your elopement day. You can share a toast, play a round of pool, or just hang out together like you would on a regular night out—except this time, you’re married!
3. Go for a Scenic Hike
Lace up your boots and hit the trail together. Whether it’s a sunrise trek or a sunset stroll, hiking is a beautiful way to connect with nature and each other. Bonus: the views make for epic photos.
4. Rent a Canoe or Kayak
If you’re eloping near a lake or river, take a paddle out on the water. It’s peaceful, romantic, and a great way to escape the crowds—just the two of you and the sound of the water
5. Have a Private Picnic
Bring your favorite snacks, champagne, or even a pizza, and set up a cozy picnic at your ceremony spot or a scenic overlook. It’s low-key, intimate, and perfect for soaking up the moment together.
6. Explore a New Town Together
Wander through a charming mountain town or coastal village. Grab coffee, pop into shops, and take photos along the way—it turns your elopement day into a sweet little adventure.
7. Take a Dip
Whether it’s a mountain lake, a hot spring, or even a private cabin tub, there’s something super romantic (and slightly rebellious) about jumping in together post-ceremony
8. Share a First Dance at Sunset or Under the Stars
Pack a speaker (I got you!), pick a song, and share your first dance in a field, on a cliff, or wherever your elopement leads you. There’s no pressure, no audience—just you two and the night sky.
9. Book a Helicopter or Jeep Tour
Want to get off the beaten path? A helicopter or rugged jeep ride can take you somewhere totally epic with almost no one else around. It’s a total bucket list moment.
10. Write Each Other Letters to Read Later
Take a quiet moment before or after your ceremony to write love letters to each other and tuck them away to read on your anniversary. It’s a simple but meaningful way to add depth to the day.
Your Elopement Activities, Your Elopement = Your Rules
The best elopement activities are the ones that feel natural to you as a couple. Whether that means grabbing a flight at your favorite brewery or hiking to a hidden overlook, it’s all about crafting a day that feels like the perfect celebration of your love.
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I’m here to help you dream it up and make it happen—whether that includes hiking, stargazing, sipping craft beer at your favorite brewery, or all of the above. Let’s start planning your one-of-a-kind elopement experience!
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