29 Relationship Holidays to Celebrate Love All Year Long
Love should be celebrated all year round, and luckily there are plenty of relationship holidays to do that with. Around 50 exist, maybe even more, but for this article we’ve picked 30 of the best.
These are some of the most important holidays for couples to mark in your calendar and celebrate the bond between you.
Relationship Holidays in the First Half of the Year
If you think of the first half of the year in terms of relationship holidays, you’d immediately think of Valentine’s Day, but there’s more to that.
January 1: Commitment Day 🔗
Start the year strong by celebrating your commitment to each other. January 1st might be the post–New Year’s Eve hangover day, but it’s also the perfect time to reflect on the new year. This is a day to plan together for the upcoming future and redefine what commitment means to you both.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Go over last year’s events and see what worked and didn’t for you as a couple.
- Think about what you want to accomplish this year together.
- Have deeper conversations about your bond and commitment.
January 6: National Cuddle-Up Day 😋
It’s January, half the globe is freezing, and January 6 is often the coldest day of the year. So, it’s time to get cozy! What’s better than cuddling up with your partner by the fireplace while it’s icy outside?
Ideas to celebrate:
- Pick your favorite spot at home and grab the biggest, fluffiest blanket you can find.
- Cuddle up together for as long as you want.
- Bonus points if you sit in silence, just enjoying each other’s company.
January 21: National Hugging Day 🤗
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Hugs have been proven to be beneficial to our health and wellbeing: they actually make you happier, reduce stress, and may even prevent illnesses, according to an article published by Healthline. It’s only fair that one of the relationship holidays celebrates something as simple (and powerful) as a hug.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Simple: find your partner and give them a well-deserved hug.
January 26: National Spouses Day 💐
One of the most inclusive relationship holidays, National Spouses Day celebrates all spouses—no matter their gender. Sure, there’s a Husband’s Day and a National Wife Day, but this one’s for everyone who’s ever said “I do.”
Ideas to celebrate:
- Splurge on a fancy dinner with too many courses (and even more wine).
- Take a trip somewhere important for your relationship.
- Keep it simple with meaningful gifts like a photo album full of your favorite memories.
Second Sunday of February: World Marriage Day 💒
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Is this similar to the one above? Possibly, but you can never have too many days to celebrate the bond of marriage. View this day more as an opportunity to enjoy the journey you’ve taken together since uniting your paths.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Go all out with a relaxing spa day for two.
- Keep it cozy at home with your favorite comfort food.
- Reflect on how far you’ve come together.
February 14: Valentine’s Day 💝
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The classic. Everyone knows it, and some might even fear it. The pressure is real, especially for new couples. Are flowers and chocolate enough, or should you go bigger? But honestly, despite the hype, Valentine’s Day is really just about making your partner feel loved… and maybe a little spoiled.
Ideas to celebrate:
- If they work at an office, surprise them with a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a heartfelt handwritten note. -Check out these 20 Valentine’s Day quotes for inspiration.
March 1: World Compliment Day 💬
This day isn’t exclusively for couples, but they can benefit from its purpose. After all, compliments never hurt anybody, and in a world in which we often forget to appreciate the people around us, this holiday is a welcome reminder.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Compliment them on the little things that maybe even they haven’t noticed: their weird little obsessions, preferences in obscure music, or uncommon talents.
March 8: International Women’s Day 🙋♀️
We included this in the relationship holidays list because International Women’s Day is the perfect opportunity (and not the only one all year) to celebrate the amazing women in your life, including your partner.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Sometimes a simple bouquet of flowers is all it takes to make her smile—here’s a guide on picking the perfect one.
- Cook her favorite meal at home
- Book that restaurant she’s been dying to try.
March 20: International Proposal Day 💍
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You might be wondering how many people actually propose on International Proposal Day. Honestly? No one really knows. But the day was founded on the Spring Equinox to celebrate new beginnings, so it’s perfect for romantics and anyone who missed the chance to pop the question on Valentine’s Day.
Ideas to celebrate:
- If you’re ready, pop the question!
- If you’re not quite there, bookmark these proposal inspirations for when the time comes.
Easter 🐣
Similar to Christmas and other general holidays, Easter (if you celebrate it) is a time to connect and make new memories together. Whether you spend the Easter weekend together or not, there are plenty of ways to enjoy these days of celebration as a couple.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Hunt for Easter eggs around the house.
- Cook Eastern dinner together (or help your families around the house).
- Go on a city break, away from the hustle.
April 16: Husband’s Day (or Husband Appreciation Day) 🤵♂️
Husband’s Day is one of those relationship holidays that exists because, let’s be honest, sometimes husbands don’t get enough credit. They deal with life’s chaos alongside you, being the person you can rely on. This day is a reminder to notice all that effort and say, “I appreciate you.”
Ideas to celebrate:
- Plan a small surprise by trying something he’s passionate about and something you’ve never done together before (like going to a football match or trying out gardening together).
April 23: National Lover’s Day 💞
Considered the second Valentine's day, National Lover’s Day, is a reminder of why you’re still crushing hard.
It’s also a sweet moment to look back at how far you’ve come. Couple Joy, a couples quiz app, has a “Days Together” widget that makes it easy to see just how many days of love you’ve shared, along with other fun features made for all kinds of couples.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Recreate your very first date (bonus points if you wear the same outfit or order the same meal).
- Spend the night with something romantic: dinner at home and a movie marathon.
- Play fun Would You Rather questions for couples.
May 1: Couple Appreciation Day ☺️
Think of this holiday like a mini anniversary, a way to show appreciation for your love and bond. It’s perfect for couples who love being reminded that their partner is the actual best.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Practice gratitude together: write down 10 things (or how many you want) you’re grateful for in your relationship. This list will come in handy in times of conflict as well.
- Laugh about old memories.
- Ask questions about each other to create a deeper bond.
June: Pride Month 🏳️🌈
Not technically a “relationship holiday,” but definitely a month to celebrate love in all forms whether or not you’re in a queer relationship. Love is love, and this month reminds us why that’s something worth celebrating.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Attend a local Pride parade or festival together.
- Support LGBTQ+ creators, activists, or businesses that advocate for equality.
June 8: National Soulmate Day 💘
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If you’re wondering when it’s National Soulmate Day, we’re here to tell you that it isn’t an official day for couples like some of the other relationship holidays on this list, but it’s commonly celebrated on June 8th. It’s a day to reflect on the fact that, somehow, you found “the other half of your soul.”
Ideas to celebrate:
- Have a long conversation about the first time you knew they were “the one.”
- Revisit a place that’s special to your relationship.
- Play “Never Have I Ever”–even soulmates don’t know everything about each other.
June 9: National Sex Day 🔞
Yes, a whole day to celebrate sex, but it’s not just about the act itself. National Sex Day is about connection and exploring what makes you both feel good, as a reminder that intimacy comes in many forms.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Set the mood with music, some candles, or a cheeky game.
- Explore each other’s turn ons if you want to spice things up.
Relationship Holidays in the Second Half of the Year
From July onward, we think about vacations, the nostalgic autumn, and the winter celebrations. Here’s a roundup of the major relationship holidays in the second half of the year.
July 6: International Kissing Day 💋
A day dedicated to one of the simplest, sweetest ways to show love: kissing. This act is a reminder that sometimes affection speaks louder than words.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Surprise your partner with a long kiss in the middle of the day.
- Remember your first kiss together and talk about how you felt in that moment.
August 1: National Girlfriend’s Day 💁♀️
Contrary to popular belief, this holiday is not for celebrating the girlfriend as in the romantic partner, but more about the best girlfriends and the women who make life brighter.
If you still want to celebrate your romantic partner, no one would stop you. Show her the appreciation she needs!
Ideas to celebrate:
- Go to brunch or a coffee date.
- Share memories that remind you why they’re special.
- Get her a gift from these 9 recommendations of gifts for girlfriends.
August 18: National Couples Day 🫶
A day usually celebrated in the United States, National Couples Day celebrates the partnership and all the fun couples have together. It’s a summer version of Valentine’s Day, a perfect opportunity to take a well-deserved vacation and enjoy the summer sun together.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Try a fun summer activity, like a hike, mini-golf, or beach volleyball.
- Take a long vacation to a sunny spot like Tenerife, southern Italy, or a Caribbean island.
- Try some fun games for couples to laugh and connect.
September 18: National First Love Day 😍
This is one of those relationship holidays only for the lucky ones still in a relationship with their first love. Yes, it’s rare, but it’s so worth celebrating the connection that’s lasted through all the twists and turns of life.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Reflect on how you’ve been when you first met each other and how far you’ve come as people until now.
- Reminisce about your first awkward-but-cute moments.
- Play a game of 21 questions to challenge each other.
September 26: National Love Note Day 💌
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Back in the day, love letters were the only way couples could communicate. Today, people still quote these old love letters because nothing captures intimacy and love better than putting your feelings into words for the person you love most.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Traditional way: Write a heartfelt love letter, seal it, and mail it to your partner.
- Modern way: Use Couple Joy's status widget to send a love note straight to their lock screen for an instant smile.
Third Sunday in September: National Wife Day (or Wife Appreciation Day) 👰
They say if you have a happy wife, you have a happy life. So, don’t miss National Wife Day, a day to celebrate your partner and the one who makes life brighter. Take a moment to show her some extra love. She deserves it every day, but especially today.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Surprise her with a piece of jewelry (or anything else) she’s been hinting at lately.
- Plan a secret date. Don’t tell her where you’re going or what you’ll be doing. Just give a hint on how to dress; women really do care about being prepared for every occasion.
- Spend quality time doing something she loves.
October 3: National Boyfriend Day 💁♂️
Boyfriend Day celebrates the guy who makes life more fun and a little bit brighter just by being himself. It’s for the person who makes you feel loved and somehow turns ordinary moments into unforgettable memories.
Ideas to celebrate:
- As this relationship holiday happens during autumn, try some of these fall date ideas to celebrate.
- Cook his favorite dinner.
- Get him some practical little gifts like funny socks or caps.
October 14: National I Love You Day 💗
There are national days for relationships to celebrate anything, even saying “I love you”. Three little words that mean so much deserve a day all to themselves.
Ideas to celebrate:
- If you haven’t yet said “I love you” to each other, this is the perfect time to do that (if you’re comfortable, of course).
- Send a heartfelt text saying “I love you.”
- Revisit your favorite memories together and remind each other why you care.
October 31: Halloween 🎃
Halloween is not only for kids to dress up and eat candy. It’s also a great opportunity for couples to spend time together and relive the joys of childhood. While not technically one of the official relationship holidays, it’s a fun way to bond.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Here’s a list of Halloween date ideas for every kind of couple to try.
- Dress up in a couple’s costume and go trick-or-treating.
- Carve pumpkins and decorate your space together.
November 19: International Men’s Day 🙋♂️
Yes, there’s also an International Men’s Day! It often gets lost between Halloween and the winter holidays, but it’s a great chance to celebrate the men in your life, especially your partner. This is about acknowledging him and everything that makes him awesome.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Get him something that he’ll truly love from this list of 9 awesome gifts for him
- Spend quality time together doing something fun or relaxing.
- Play these couples’ questions to help him open up to learn more about him.
December 3: Make a Gift Day 🎁
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With the winter holidays approaching, of course there needs to be a day solely dedicated to gifts. This one though is not about buying gifts, but about making them, which is a fun way to bond and even save a little money for the holiday season.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Of course, make a gift yourself. Check out this list of 101 DIY gifts ideas.
- Make a list of gifts for everyone in your lives and who would want these DIY projects as gifts. It will help with holiday shopping later on!
December 25: Christmas 🎄
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The merriest time of the year and probably the time couples enjoy the most, thanks to all the things you can do together! Christmas is full of extra magic to celebrate your bond.
Ideas to celebrate:
- Long distance couples can feel the miles more during the holidays. Try these Christmas date ideas for long distance couples to feel closer even when you’re apart.
- Have a cozy night in with hot drinks and a movie marathon, some great examples of indoor fun for the winter holidays.
- Go to a Christmas market, skiing, or skating, if you wish for outdoor adventures.
December 31: New Year’s Eve 🎆
Close out the year with celebration and anticipation for the adventures ahead. New Year’s Eve is the night for both looking back and looking forward together and of course to party all night!
Ideas to celebrate:
- Attend a New Year’s Eve party to toast your year together.
- Stay inside and enjoy each other’s company with some good food and wine.
- Try some New Year’s Eve traditions for couples.
Conclusion
Love deserves celebrating all year, and these relationship holidays are just the start.
The best way to keep every moment alive is with the Couple Joy app, the #1 relationship app for couples. With its shared journal feature you can add photos, write journal entries, and even check in on a world map as you travel together, which is perfect for remembering all your favorite relationship holidays and the little moments in between!
