Renewing your wedding vows on silver or golden anniversary

A quarter or half a century of love deserves more than just a festive meal

Renewing your wedding vows becomes a heartfelt experience for many couples. This article shows how an emotional ceremony on your silver or golden anniversary can look – whether intimately as a couple or with family on the Canary Islands.

1. Why couples renew their vows

Consciously remembering the journey together
Gratitude for the highs and lows you’ve shared
A fresh start into the next chapter of life

2. Touching rituals

Symbolically saying “Yes” again
Ring blessing or exchanging new rings
Writing a new vow together

3. Creative ceremony ideas

Music featuring your favorite songs
Including your children or grandchildren
An officiant who tells your love story with empathy

4. Why the Canary Islands are perfect
Gran Canaria offers sunshine, space and intimacy. A symbolic ceremony at a location of your choice sets the stage for memories and new promises. Perfect for couples who want to celebrate and unwind.

5. A heartfelt second “Yes”
Renewing your wedding vows for your silver or golden anniversary is a deeply emotional highlight. Make it your special day. With heart, symbolism and the right setting, it becomes a true celebration of life.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why renew your vows on a silver or golden anniversary?

Renewing your vows is a heartfelt act of appreciation and a conscious moment to choose each other again – after decades of shared history. Especially on 25th or 50th anniversaries, it becomes a meaningful milestone.

What does a vow renewal ceremony look like?

The ceremony can be fully personalized – with meaningful words, music, rituals like exchanging rings or reading new vows. It can be private or shared with loved ones – ideally guided by a celebrant such as Inselboda.

Where is the best place to renew wedding vows?

Places like Gran Canaria offer ideal conditions for outdoor ceremonies. Beaches, gardens or rustic fincas provide a magical setting – away from everyday life, surrounded by sun, nature and ocean sounds.