47 5th Anniversary Gifts That Celebrate Growth & Love in 2025
The right 5th-anniversary gift offers a celebration of your time together as a married couple while looking forward to future years. It's an ideal time to renew commitments and foster your sense of romance and adventure.
What are you supposed to get your wife for your 5th wedding anniversary? What is the best gift for your husband? For friends celebrating 5 years together?
We’ve rounded up a few great suggestions that hit all price points and types of interests, from gourmet lovers to heartfelt personal items they will treasure forever. Many work equally well for other milestones, including 6th anniversary gifts and 8th anniversary gifts.
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- Unique 5th Anniversary Gift Ideas
- Wood 5th Anniversary Gifts
- 5th Anniversary Gifts for Him
- 5th Anniversary Gifts for Her
- Best 5th Anniversary Gift Ideas
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Unique 5th Anniversary Gift Ideas
1. Art & Craft Classes
Art and craft classes make for some of the more unique 5th anniversary gifts. Learn new skills as a couple or gift enrollment so your partner can enjoy painting, collage, drawing and more with pro artists.
You can find art classes in Boston, Miami and Portland suitable for beginners or experienced artists wanting to learn new skills. Or switch it up with pottery classes in Columbus, NYC or Seattle and make functional pieces while learning a millennia-old craft.
2. Cooking Classes
Cooking classes are a great way to learn new dishes and level up in the kitchen, no matter your starting point. They make an excellent experience 5 year anniversary gift for couples looking to expand, or just make weekly dinners that much easier.
Try cooking classes in Ann Arbor, Madrid or Venice, or you can take online cooking classes from the comfort of your home.
3. Custom Game Board
If you love gaming or entertaining, a customized, handcrafted wood game board is a win. Not only will a wooden chess, checkers or backgammon set be fun to play, but it also makes a stylish piece on your coffee table.
4. House Woodcut Print
Commission a printmaker to create a custom woodcut of your home and yard. They can work from a photo to design the plate. Framed, it’s a beautiful 5th anniversary keepsake you’ll enjoy for years.
5. Wood Burning Kit
If your giftee has more of a DIY spirit, a wood-burning tool set can be a great way to give them hours of entertainment. They'll enjoy adding burnt details to cutting boards, picture frames and ornaments. It’s also an excellent gift for crafters.
6. Wood Sculpture
Add a new medium to your collection with wooden sculpture pieces created by professional artists. From simple to intricate, whimsical to refined, they make unique 5th anniversary gifts to give to your spouse.
7. Custom Holiday Ornament
Commemorate your anniversary with custom wooden baubles that have been carved, burned or painted with names and details of your time together. Start a set and add a new milestone each year when you decorate the tree.
Wood 5th Anniversary Gifts
8. Wooden Curio Shelves
Wood is the traditional 5th anniversary gift, if you're following the traditional wedding anniversary gifts by year, and wooden curio shelves make it feel fresh again. These small display shelves are back in style for storing keepsakes and creating your own little tableau of shared moments.
Fill the compartments with beach shells, photos or mementos from the past five years for a personal touch.
9. Photo Frame
After five years together, you’ve probably collected more favorite photos than you can count. Frame them up with a handcrafted wooden picture frame, go with something sleek, rustic or even customized with your own wood-burned design.
Want to make it even bigger? Go with a canvas print and frame it in your handcrafted frame.
10. Cutting Board
Beautiful cutting boards, breadboards and cheese boards are a must for any kitchen, particularly if you enjoy entertaining. Choose a customized wood-carved piece with your names or wedding date — or a simple olive wood version for everyday use. It’s a timeless cooking gift for anyone who loves cooking or hosting.
11. Woodsy Scented Candle
Trade flowers for something that lingers longer. Woodsy scented candles bring that cabin calm home. Think along the lines of cedar, pine or sandalwood. Something that makes the whole room feel warm and a little nostalgic. For something a little softer, blend in soft hints of vanilla or honey for a scent that feels a little more romantic.
You could even make your own candles and create a personalized scent. Just take a candle making class and you'll be ready in no time.
12. Memory Box
A small wooden chest makes a beautiful home for your shared keepsakes. Fill it with letters, postcards or the ticket stubs you just couldn’t throw away. It’s one of those 5th anniversary gifts that quietly grows more meaningful with time.
13. Woven Basket
A woven basket might sound simple, but it's particularly practical. Fill it with your favorite things — bread for Sunday mornings, or a larger storage tote basket for blankets for movie nights. Natural wood or rattan fits the theme and lasts for years and nods to traditional 5th anniversary gifts.
14. Coasters
Coasters are the kind of gift everyone uses but rarely buys for themselves. Go for a set of wood coasters or ones engraved with initials or a special date, something useful that still looks good.
15. Bamboo Robes
Even though it's technically a grass, bamboo shares the same spirit as wood. It's natural, sustainable and built to last. A bamboo robe is a small luxury that feels earned after five years together. Add matching slippers or a bath soak to turn it into a ritual, not just a one-time gift.
16. Knife Block
A knife block carved from wood says practical and thoughtful in one go. It’s something you’ll use every day for slicing dinner vegetables or prepping late-night snacks. Choose one with a sharpening block set and beautiful custom carvings or accents so it feels special for the occasion.
17. Salad bowls
Wood brings warmth to the table in a way that ceramic never can. A set of wooden salad bowls turns even a quick meal into something that feels a little more special, and because they're made of wood, they only get better with age, like the two of you. Choose a set that comes with carved utensils and smaller serving bowls.
18. Bamboo Sheets
Bamboo sheets are luxurious and eco-friendly 5th anniversary gifts to give your spouse or favorite couple. With so many colors to choose from, you'll find a hue that suits their aesthetic. Choose neutral tones to keep things serene or a deep hue to add a little drama.
19. Chopsticks
If your giftee loves Asian dining, a set of hand-carved chopsticks makes the meal feel that little bit more authentic. Have them engraved with their initials or a date, and they’ll carry a story with every meal.
20. Wood Folding Chairs
Wood just feels right for the occasion. It's solid, timeless and built for connection. And a pair of wooden folding chairs fits that perfectly. Keep them handy for backyard dinners, stargazing or extra guests who always seem to stay longer than planned. They're sturdy and quietly beautiful, just like your five years together.
5th Anniversary Gifts for Him
21. Tools and Hardware
Tools are about building, fixing and creating, which makes them fitting symbols for the fifth anniversary. If your husband’s happiest in the garage, gift him something that fuels that spark: a new drill, a laser level or even a sander for his next wood project. It’s the kind of present that says, “I know what makes you tick.”
22. Distillery Tour
Spend an afternoon learning how whiskey is made, then stay for dinner or a tasting flight. It’s an experience that feels grounded in craft and time, much like marriage itself.
You can attend receptions, tastings and cask openings that make great 5th anniversary outings and experience gifts. If you want to include fun husband birthday gift ideas at the same time, this is your pick.
23. Wooden Home Bar
A good home bar is a necessity, especially if he likes experimenting with cocktails or entertaining. Whether it’s a rolling wooden bar cart or a stationary setup, it gives your favorite mixologist a proper space for bottles and glassware. Bonus points if you restock it with the whiskey from that distillery trip.
24. Beard Kit
If your husband sports a beard, make his day a little easier with a 5th-anniversary beard kit. Look for one with oils, balms and trimmers in a wooden case. It's a 5th anniversary gift after all.
25. Archery Set and Lessons
Few things feel more satisfying than hitting your mark. Archery lessons take that idea and turn it into a fun outdoor experience. It's a clever metaphor for partnership — patience, focus and a little practice go a long way. Pair it with a picnic for a romantic 5th anniversary gift outing for him.
26. Wooden Gamer Dice
If your husband is a fan of tabletop and role-playing games, a beautiful set of wooden dice for gaming will definitely be appreciated. You can find luxe and expensive dice made from various woods, from the simple to the highly ornate. It's the 5th anniversary gift that he doesn't know he needed.
27. Cologne
The perfect scent for this particular anniversary is, of course, woodsy scents with a hint of smoke. Find one you already know he loves or try a bottle of something new. You can also give a scent subscription for men that sends regular trial-size samples or sign up for a scent mixing class at a perfumery to create a custom one-of-a-kind cologne.
5th Anniversary Gifts for Her
28. Paint and Sip
Paint and sips give participants a chance to kick back and enjoy cocktails while exercising their creativity and building new art skills. They make excellent 5th anniversary gifts or anniversary date ideas.
You can find paint and sips in Cincinnati, Milwaukee and San Antonio. Or join an online paint and sip from the comfort of your home.
29. Spa Day
A great 5th anniversary gift for her is a day at a spa where she can be pampered with massages, facials, nail care and more. Give a full day of pampering or a curated basket for a DIY version at home. This self-care gift also makes an ideal wife birthday gift idea — less about luxury, more about care — which feels right after five years of showing up for each other.
30. Vineyard Visit
There’s something inherently romantic about wandering through a vineyard. Learn how wine matures in oak barrels, sample new blends and linger over a long lunch. And since many wineries also have lodging for overnight stays and entertainment to keep you busy while visiting, you might as well make a weekend of it. It’s a toast to five years of shared taste.
31. Branch Jewelry Holder
Add a little touch of nature to her dressing area or bedroom with a gorgeous jewelry holder that mimics the look of a tree branch. You can find them in natural finishes or in painted versions in gold or silver.
Some are made from wood, while others are solid metal and provide a great place to hang necklaces and pendants in the open so they become part of the decor.
32. Incense Burner
If candles feel too expected, go for an incense burner instead. Choose a wood-carved stick holder for a subtle nod to the theme or a lidded cone burner for a cleaner look. Pair with grounding scents like cedar or myrrh.
33. Bathtub Shelf
These beautiful wood shelves, designed to span the width of a bathtub, instantly turn an ordinary bath into a luxurious experience to be relished. They're perfect for holding a glass of wine or tea, reading materials, a tablet or a scented candle to make your bath time a treat.
34. Wood Jewelry and Accessories
Celebrate your wood anniversary by gifting your wife a beautiful piece of wooden jewelry, be it a set of richly carved bangles, a beautiful hewn pendant or a string of wooden beads. Or go with wooden hair accessories items like hair sticks, headbands and hair combs. It’s a way to wear the anniversary tradition with style, not sentimentality.
Best 5th Anniversary Gift Ideas
35. Favorite Books
Books age well — just like a marriage that keeps unfolding. Gift a favorite novel, a travel memoir or an Audible membership you can share. Include a handwritten note about why it reminds you of your time together.
36. Wooden Vintage Radio
A vintage-inspired radio made of polished wood brings charm and nostalgia in one hit. Many double as Bluetooth speakers, so you can dance to your playlist while nodding to a little mid-century cool.
37. Cabin Stay
Few 5th anniversary gifts feel more fitting than escaping to the woods themselves. Book a cabin by a lake or deep among the trees — somewhere quiet enough to hear the wind through the pines.
Rent a cabin or Airbnb for a more luxurious stay. Or rough it with a full camping trip — RVs or glamping tents make a nice in-between if you’re unsure.
38. Wood Fired Pizza Oven
If you love pizza and outdoor entertaining, a wood fired pizza oven can be a great 5th anniversary gift that you can share with friends and family. These ovens provide a bistro or restaurant-style experience from the comfort of your own backyard.
39. New Silverware Set
While wood marks tradition, silverware is the modern fifth-anniversary spin. Replace your starter set with a new set that fits how you eat now — weeknight pasta, holiday dinners and everything between. (And if a few forks have gone missing since the wedding, all the more reason.)
40. Tree or Shrub
Why not commemorate your five years together with something likely to be around for many years to come? Use the anniversary as an opportunity to plant a tree in your yard. While traditional deciduous trees like oaks and ashes are great options, you could also opt for an evergreen or fruit tree that thrives in your climate.
41. Dance Classes
A great way to get closer and spend some time together is to enroll in dance classes, which can teach you famous partner dances like salsa, tango and ballroom. Lessons are great for upping your footwork skills for the next special event you have to attend.
Check out local dance classes in Chicago, Nashville and Orlando to learn more.
42. Food Tour
Exploring a food scene together is half adventure, half indulgence. A food tour in your city (or one you’ve always wanted to visit) introduces new flavors and shared favorites. It’s the edible version of memory-making.
43. DIY Drive-In Night
While actual drive-in theaters are getting harder to find, you can set up your own drive-in theater for an outdoor movie night right in your backyard. Sit in your driveway and project a movie on the side of your house or garage with a mini projector or hang a sheet from a tree or fence.
You can even snuggle up on cushions near a fire pit during any season for a fun outdoor movie experience that doesn’t have to break the bank.
44. Romantic Dinner Cruise
Spend a night out on the water, under the stars, with a dinner cruise. There are charter companies in most cities and regions offering cruises on everything from local rivers and waterways to ocean routes with panoramic sunset views of the coast.
45. Theater Tickets
Live performances always feel a little magical. Gift tickets to a play, musical or comedy show you’ll both enjoy. It’s a night out that blends story, spectacle and shared emotion — the perfect trio for a 5th anniversary.
46. Erotic Massage Class
Learning how to give and receive pleasure with more intention might just be the best gift of all. Take a class together, or surprise your partner with what you’ve learned. It’s about connection, not just technique.
47. Weekend Road Trip
Use your 5th anniversary as a chance to explore the areas within one or two days' drive, stopping along the way at restaurants, visitor centers, stores and roadside attractions. Stop when something catches your eye. That’s the beauty of five years: you know how to enjoy the ride.
If you're not sure where to start, Route 66, which charts a course across the US from Chicago to California, is a great choice with lots of history and historic charm along the way.
5th Anniversary Gifts FAQs
What Are Traditional 5th Anniversary Gifts?
While wood is the traditional 5th Anniversary gift, more modern suggestions include silverware sets, serving ware items and cookware like spatulas, ladles and spoons.
What Is the Idea for 5th Anniversary Gifts?
The best 5th anniversary gifts combine meaning with memory. Traditional five-year gifts like wood décor, handmade keepsakes or a tree planting reflect the milestone’s symbolism, while experience gifts — such as cooking or dance classes — create new memories to grow from. Whether you lean traditional or modern, the right gift celebrates how far you’ve come and everything still ahead.
Reaching your fifth anniversary is more than a milestone. It’s proof of how love strengthens with time. Just like wood, your relationship has grown roots, weathered storms and become something deeply grounded.
Whether you mark it with a handcrafted keepsake or a shared experience, the best 5th anniversary gifts reflect what truly lasts: the life you’ve built together, and the joy of growing side by side.
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