You’ve chosen to elope – which means you’ve decided to skip the giant celebration, ditch the extensive planning, and do something that truly represents who you are as a couple. Whether you’re envisioning a more traditional experience, a low-key celebration, or an adrenaline-filled adventure, this list of 101 unique elopement activity ideas is here to help you make the most of your day.
You might be wondering “What should we do during our elopement?”
And that’s the beautiful thing about eloping—you can do whatever the heck you want. Your options are only as limited as your imagination! Check out the lists and categories below for some fun ideas to incorporate into your wedding day.
Side-note: These suggestions can be mixed & matched for a truly custom wedding day. You aren’t tied down to just one choice. Want to fit more in without feeling rushed? Extend your elopement to two or three days full of memories & adventure. You can check out our multi-day elopement packages here!
Easy Adventure Elopement Activity Ideas
Adventures for active couples, or couples looking for a low-impact and easy going day. For those who want a memorable experience, without the desire for hardcore adventure.
- Sailboat Ride
- Short Hike
- Gondola Ride
- Take a steam train through mountains
- Go on African Safari
- Sledding
- Kayaking
- Road Trip
- Bike Ride
- Play in the snow
- Go Snorkeling
- Go Apple Picking
- Play in the rain
- Paddle Boarding
- Visit a National Park
- Swim
- Visit a National Monument
- Take a scenic drive
- Go Whale watching (or seals, or puffins)
- Canoeing
- Visit a castle in Scotland
- Off-road guided tour
- Visit Flower Fields
- Explore a Christmas Market in Germany
Epic Adventure Elopement Activities
Adventures for the adrenaline junkies out there looking for thrilling wedding day full of wild experiences you may only have once in a lifetime.
- Helicopter Ride
- Rock Climb
- Long Hike
- White Water Raft
- Scuba Dive
- Visit a Cave
- See Penguins in Antarctica
- Horseback ride
- Get tattoos together
- Parasail
- Jet Ski tour
- Summit a mountain
- Zip line
- Hike a caldera
- Fly in a Sea Plane
- Swim with whales
- Explore a rainforest
- Skinny dip
- Sky Dive
- Ski
- Backpacking
- Ice Climbing
- Sand Board
- Take a road trip
- Hike a slot canyon
- Overland Iceland
- Dog Sledding
- Snow Boarding
- Snowshoeing
- Hot Air Balloon Ride
- Climb a Via Ferrata
- Explore a Glacier
- Take a polar plunge
- Swim in a waterfall
- Snowmobile
- Go Off-roading
Laid-Back Elopement Activity Ideas
Adventures for couples just looking for a good time- Relaxing activities that promote slowing down and connecting.
- Picnic
- Listen to music in an Irish pub
- Horse drawn carriage ride
- Glamp in luxury
- Bubble bath together
- Play Pool
- Walk the beach
- Watch the stars
- Wine tasting
- Nature watch
- Take a sleigh ride in winter
- Couples massage
- Watch the northern lights
- Soak in Hot Springs
- Make music
- Cozy up in a cabin
- Go fishing
- Hire a private chef
- Watch the sunrise
- Make gourmet coffee
- Visit A Museum
- Relax in a hot tub
- Tour a brewery
- Campfire & S’mores
- Sit by the edge of a lake at sunset
- Enjoy an ice cream
- Relax in a hammock
- Cocktails by the fire
Traditional Elopement Activities
Activities that fall under the more traditional scope, for couples looking to still incorporate decades old traditions into their wedding day.
- Vow Exchange
- First look
- Toasts/Speeches
- Walk down an “aisle”
- Ring Exchange
- Dinner with Family & Friends
- Prayer
- Cake Cutting
- Hand Fasting
- Unity Ceremony
- Fun Dancing
- Champagne Pop
- First Dance
- Parent dances
- Read letters
At the end of the day, your elopement can be exactly what you’d like it to. There is no rulebook saying what you can and can’t do. So have fun, do what you want, choose the moments that matter most to you, and your elopement will be the start of an adventure you’ll never forget!
