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Marrying in Stardew Valley is about building a new life in the town. Your spouse will become your partner and offer daily help with chores as a helpful boost to your productivity. There are 12 Stardew Valley bachelors that you can marry. Marrying one unlocks special heart events that reveal their backstories.
Each bachelor also brings their own personality, interests, and quirks, making it a fun challenge to pickg the perfect spouse. So, if you can’t decide which Stardew Valley bachelor to marry, this list will rank them based on their personality, productivity, and ease of building relationships.
Note: The list is subjective and may include the author’s opinions.
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Stardew Valley Bachelors: Whom should you marry?
12) Haley
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Haley starts as the most self-centered among the Stardew Valley bachelors. Initially, she is shallow, rude, and dismissive. However, as you get to know her, you'll discover her deep yearning for true friendship and love.
Once married, Haley drastically changes her personality. She lets go of her materialistic nature for a simpler life on the farm. However, the gifts she brings are not the best. Most of them include food that can be easily cooked towards the mid to endgame.
Where to find Haley
- Spring: By the fountain or river south of Marnie's Ranch on weekdays. At the beach with Alex on Mondays
- Summer: At the beach with Alex most days
- Fall: By the fountain on weekdays. At the river south of Marnie's Ranch on Mondays
- Winter: At the Night Market on Wednesdays, otherwise at home or in the kitchen
How to date and marry Haley
- Giving gifts twice a week is the key to increasing your friendship with Haley. She loves coconuts, sunflowers, fruit salad, pink cake, and all universally loved items (except Prismatic Shard).
- Avoid giving her eggs, most fruits (except coconuts), milk, vegetables, clay, and fish.
- Triggering heart events will also increase your friendship with Haley. There are eight heart events with her.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give her a Mermaid Pendant to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give her a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Haley's heart events
11) Shane
Shane's story showcases him as a complex character with a dark past. Initially, he often comes off as rude and unhappy due to depression. Getting closer to him requires patience and understanding as he works through his struggles.
Shane's heart events offer an interesting redemption arc and victory over life's struggles. You can marry him if you can relate to his struggles and offer love and support. However, he doesn't provide much value to the farm except for bringing in chickens and occasionally gifting junk food.
Where to find Shane
- Spring, Summer, and Fall: In the Cindersap Forest, most days except Monday and Wednesday. On Mondays, he can be found at the Saloon, and on Wednesdays, you can meet him at the JojaMart.
- Winter: Same as earlier, but now, he’ll be at the Saloon on Wednesday.
How to date and marry Shane
- Shane does not prefer typical gifts like flowers or other produce.
- Giving him foods like Pepper Poppers, Pizza, or Beer regularly will increase your friendship.
- Avoid giving him vegetables, fruits (except for Raisins and Pumpkins), Milk, Eggs, or any universally hated items.
How to trigger Shane’s heart events
10) Elliott
Elliott is a struggling writer who lives alone in a shack near the beach. While his dialogues sometimes feel out of touch with reality, he is kind and loves philosophical conversations.
Elliot's heart events are fun and romantic but lack sufficient character development. Once married, he does not provide much value in terms of gifts or help around the farm. However, if his personality and philosophical conversations are your cup of tea, he can be a great match for you.
Where to find Elliott
- Spring, Summer, and Fall: On the beach most days, except Wednesdays and Fridays, where he can be found reading at the library.
- Winter: In his cabin most days. At the Saloon on Wednesdays
How to date and marry Elliott
- Elliott is a charming writer with a love for the ocean and literature. Impress him with gifts like Lobster, Pomegranate, Coconut, Schum Winery Reserve (or any other wine), and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving him Hot Pepper, Cooked Egg, Milk, Daffodil, or Clay.
- There are eight heart events with Elliott, unveiling his literary talents and romantic side.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give him a Pineapple to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give him a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Elliott's heart events
9) Penny
Penny is shy and modest without any great ambitions for life. She lives a simple life with her mother and dreams of having a family. She remains optimistic and always finds time to lend a helping hand.
In her heart events, Penny comes out as wholesome and has an adorable personality. However, it is difficult to increase her affinity level because of her gift choices. The items she requires are difficult to come across and often accessible only towards mid to endgame. However, If you appreciate a simple partner in your Stardew Valley world, Penny could be well worth the effort.
Where to find Penny
- Spring, Summer, and Fall: In Pam's trailer most days. At the museum on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Winter: In Pam's trailer most days. Can be found teaching Jas at the school on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
How to date and marry Penny
- Gifts like Amethyst, Poppy, Sweet Pea, Diamond, and all universally loved items increase friendship levels.
- Avoid giving her Hot Pepper, Pale Ale, Cooked Egg, Clay, or Solar Essence.
- After dating for a while, you can give her a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Penny's heart events
8) Alex
Alex is an energetic and competitive individual. He comes across as quite arrogant and brags about his goal of becoming a professional athlete.
As you get to know him in the heart events, he softens up and turns out to be a caring and supportive personality. Once married, he offers decent gifts and special food items on rainy days. Overall, if his energetic personality compliments you, Alex can be a great Stardew Valley Bachelor to go after.
Where to find Alex
- Spring: In his house most days. At the Saloon on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Summer and Fall: At the beach most days.
- Winter: In the Saloon on most days, and chopping wood outside his house on Wednesdays.
How to date and marry Alex
- Alex loves any cooked food (except Fried Egg and Sashimi), Pumpkin, Honey, and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving him Clay, Coal, Driftwood, or any universally hated items.
- After triggering heart events, you can start dating and propose to him with a bouquet for marriage.
How to trigger Alex's heart events
7) Leah
Leah is a talented sculptor but is too shy to display it to the public. She lives alone outside the city and has a calm and sweet personality.
Leah's heart events are about slowly developing self-confidence and provide a heartwarming story of character development. Once married, she shifts to your farm and assists in daily chores. While the gifts she brings aren't great, her personality and helping nature make her a great Stardew Valley bachelor to marry.
Where to find Leah
- Spring, Summer, and Fall: In her cabin most days and in the Cindersap Forest on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Winter: In her cabin most days. At the Saloon on Wednesdays (except rainy days)
How to date and marry Leah
- Leah appreciates gifts that reflect her love for nature and art. She adores Salad (all types), Poppy, Iridium Ore, Driftwood, and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving her Milk, Cooked Egg, Daffodil, Pumpkin, or Clay.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give her a Driftwood Sculpture to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give her a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Leah's heart events
6) Sam
Sam is an aspiring musician who spends most of his days skateboarding around town, playing with his band, and dreaming of hitting the big stage. Despite his carefree nature, Sam has a loyal heart and a strong work ethic.
Sam's heart events are all about watching him grow as a musician and achieve his dreams. He is incredibly easy to please and get married to. Once married, he will join you on the farm and bring you simple gifts. If you like a story about a struggling artist, Sam can be a great Stardew Valley bachelor to invest time in.
Where to find Sam
- Spring, Summer, and Fall: In the Community Center most days. At the beach most days
- Winter: In Pierre's General Store most days, Bull's Pen most Wednesdays and Fridays
How to date and marry Sam
- Win him over with gifts like Pizza (all types), Amethyst, Mango, Spicy Eel, and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving him Daffodil, Grape, Leek, Pumpkin, or Fried Egg.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give him a Maple Bar to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give him a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Sam's heart events
5) Maru
Maru is the daughter of Robin from Carpenter's shop and loves science and technology. She has a friendly and exciting personality and can be befriended by offering easy-to-find gifts.
Maru's heart event is unique, as you help her build a big sentient robot. Once married, she shifts to your farm where she spends time tinkering with her gadgets. She also brings rare and useful items that are helpful during the late game. Overall, if you like her techy personality, she is a great Stardew Valley bachelor to marry.
Where to find Maru
- Spring: In her workshop tinkering most days. In the library on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Winter: In her workshop tinkering most days. In the Saloon on Wednesdays and Fridays.
How to date and marry Maru
- Impress her with gifts like Battery Pack, Pumpkin, Amethyst, Iridium Bar, and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving her Wild Honey, Daffodil, Poppy, Cooked Egg, or Clay.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give her a Battery to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give her a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Maru's heart events
4) Emily
Emily and her sister Haley are worlds apart. She is a bright personality with a passion for tailoring, art, and outdoor adventure.
Emily's heart events are fun and full of positivity and offer colorful themes to the story. Once married, she shifts to your farmhouse and brings rare items as gifts. Overall, if you are looking for a charming personality with useful gifts, Emily is a great Stardew Valley bachelor to marry.
Where to find Emily
- Spring: In her house most days. Foraging in the forest on Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Summer: In the Cindersap Forest most days
- Fall: In the Saloon on Wednesdays. At the Crystal Caves otherwise
- Winter: In the Saloon most days
How to date and marry Emily
- Emily prefers gifts like Amethyst, Topaz, Jade, Colorful Flowers (all types), and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving her Coal, Leek, Sardine, Solar Essence, or Clay.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give her an Amethyst Quartz to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give her a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Emily's heart events
3) Harvey
Harvey is the town's dedicated doctor. He spends his days dealing with patients and enjoys a quiet life reading books and walking in the forest.
Harvey's heart events are simple but his sweet personality makes up for it. Moreover, he gifts useful health and food items after marriage. Overall, Harvey can be a great pick for players who like simplicity.
Where to find Harvey
- Summer, Fall, and Spring: In his clinic most days or around the town.
- Winter: In his clinic tinkering most days or at the Saloon on Wednesdays and Fridays
How to date and marry Harvey
- Impress him with gifts like Coffee, Pumpkin, Pickles, Iridium Bar, and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving him Wild Honey, Daffodil, Poppy, Cooked Egg, or Cheese.
- After dating for a while, you can give him a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Harvey's heart events
2) Sebastian
Sebastian is a programmer in Pelican Town. He spends most of his days in his basement tinkering with computers and escaping into the world of video games.
Sebastian's first two heart events paint him as mysterious and edgy, but he later turns out to be an interesting and caring person. Once married, he brings useful items for the late game and provides great assistance on the farm. Overall, he is a great Stardew Valley bachelor to go after.
Where to find Sebastian
- Spring, Summer, and Fall: In his room at home most days or by the train station.
- Winter: In his room at home most days or at the Saloon.
How to date and marry Sebastian
- Sebastian lives in his mother’s basement. Win him over with gifts like Pizza (all types), Amethyst, Mango, Spicy Eel, and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving him Daffodil, Grape, Leek, Pumpkin, or Fried Egg.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give him a Maple Bar to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give him a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Sebastian's heart events
1) Abigail
Abigail loves all things spooky. She is an adventurer at heart and dreams of exploring the mines and discovering secrets.
Abigail's heart events explore her quirky personality and love for adventure, exploration, and games, and develop her as a charming character. Once married, she brings some of the best late-game gifts and provides useful help across the farm. Overall, her late-game utility and charming personality make her the best Stardew Valley bachelor on the list.
Where to find Abigail
- Spring: In Pierre's General Store most days or the Cindersap Forest on Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Summer and Fall: In the Cindersap Forest most days or at the Adventurer's Guild on Wednesdays and Fridays
- Winter: In the Saloon most days, at the mines on Tuesdays and Thursdays (except rainy days)
How to date and marry Abigail
- Abigail can be wooed with gifts like Amethyst, Pufferfish, Spicy Eel, Void Mayonnaise, and all universally loved items.
- Avoid giving her Milk, Cooked Egg, Daffodil, Poppy, or Clay.
- Once you reach eight hearts, you can give her a Doom Fang to initiate dating.
- After dating for a while, you can give her a Bouquet to propose and marry.
How to trigger Abigail's heart events
The Stardew Valley 1.6 update brought in a lot of new players to the game. If you have just joined in, this list provides an initial roadmap to choosing your partner in Stardew Valley. However, Stardew Valley is full of deep characters, so if a particular character interests you, feel free to choose them.
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