How to Marry Sam Stardew Valley: Schedules, Gift Guide, Cutscenes, and More
If you’re a devoted Stardew Valley player, you’re surely familiar with the charming bachelors and bachelorettes that inhabit Pelican Town. Among them, Sam in Stardew Valley stands out as a popular choice for many players seeking a virtual partner.
In this guide, we’ll explore all things Sam in Stardew Valley, from his schedule, preferred gifts, marriage, and heart cutscenes.
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Sam’s Basic Info in Stardew Valley
Before diving into the intricacies of marrying Sam, let’s get to know this character better. Sam is a young musician, born on summer 17th in Stardew Valley. He has a vibrant personality that many players find endearing. To make a lasting impression, it’s a great idea to remember his birthday, as a thoughtful gift can earn you some brownie points.
Sam’s Schedule in Stardew Valley
Sam’s daily routine in Stardew Valley is something you should acquaint yourself with if you’re keen on building a relationship with him. His schedule varies with the seasons and may change further as you progress through the game.
Spring Sam Stardew Valley Schedule
Monday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up and stands in the middle of his bedroom. |
| 11:00 AM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to JojaMart (or the Museum if the Community Center is restored). |
| 12:50 PM | Arrives at JojaMart (or Museum if Community Center is restored) and starts work. |
| 4:00 PM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to JojaMart (or the Museum if Community Center is restored). |
| 6:00 PM | Arrives in his bedroom and stands in front of his bookshelf. |
| 9:30 PM | Goes to bed. |
Tuesday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up and stands in the middle of his bedroom. |
| 10:40 AM | Plays his guitar in his bedroom. |
| 2:00 PM | Leaves house and stands near Mayor’s Manor by the river. |
| 6:30 PM | Heads back home. |
Wednesday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up and stands in the middle of his bedroom. |
| 11:00 AM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to JojaMart (or Museum if Community Center is restored). |
| 12:50 PM | Arrives at JojaMart (or Museum if Community Center is restored) and starts work. |
| 4:00 PM | Finshes work at JojaMart (or Museum if Community Center is restored) and walks home. |
| 6:00 PM | Arrives in his bedroom and stands in front of his bookshelf. |
| 9:30 PM | Goes to bed. |
Thursday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up and plays guitar inside his bedroom. |
| 11:00 AM | Leaves his bedroom and skateboards outside of his house. |
| 3:00 PM | Walks to the Stardrop Saloon. |
| 4:00 PM | Arrives at the Stardrop Saloon and plays pool near the arcade. |
| 9:20 PM | Leaves the Stardrop Saloon and walks home. |
| 10:20 PM | Arrives at home. |
Friday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up and plays guitar inside his bedroom. |
| 11:00 AM | Leaves his bedroom and skateboards outside of his house. |
| 3:00 PM | Walks to the Stardrop Saloon. |
| 4:00 PM | Arrives at the Stardrop Saloon and plays pool near the arcade. |
| 9:20 PM | Leaves the Stardrop Saloon and walks home. |
| 10:20 PM | Arrives at home. |
Regular Schedule
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up for the day, moves around his room. |
| 10:40 AM | Plays guitar inside his bedroom |
| 1:40 PM | Leaves his bedroom, walks into town, and stands near Lewis’ house by the river. |
| 6:30 PM | Returns home from town. |
| 9:00 PM | Goes into his bedroom to go to bed. |
Rainy Days
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | Wakes up and stands in front of his dresser. |
| 11:00 AM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to the bridge near the Museum. |
| 12:00 PM | Arrives at the bridge near the Museum. |
| 4:00 PM | Leaves the bridge near the Museum and walks to the tree in front of Emily and Haley’s house. |
| 4:40 PM | Arrives at the tree outside Emily and Haley’s house and plays his handheld video game. |
| 7:00 PM | Walks home. |
| 7:30 PM | Arrives in his bedroom and stands in front of his bookshelf. |
| 9:30 PM | Goes to bed. |
Summer Sam Stardew Valley Schedule
Mondays & Wednesdays
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up and stands in the middle of his bedroom. |
| 11:00 AM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to JojaMart (or the Museum if the Community Center is restored). |
| 12:50 PM | Arrives at JojaMart (or the Museum if the Community Center is restored) and starts work. |
| 4:00 PM | Finishes work at JojaMart (or the Museum if the Community Center is restored) and walks home. |
| 6:00 PM | Arrives in his bedroom and stands in front of his bookshelf. |
| 9:30 PM | Goes to bed. |
Saturday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up and stands in the middle of his bedroom. |
| 2:00 PM | Stands with Sebastian in his room. |
| 6:00 PM | Leaves his bedroom with Sebastian and stands by the river in front of his house. |
| 7:50 PM | Arrives home and goes to bed. |
Birthday & Rainy Days
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up for the day, and moves around his room. |
| 11:00 AM | Starts playing his guitar in his room. |
| 3:00 PM | Leaves the bedroom, stands in the kitchen, and plays his handheld video game. |
| 5:00 PM | Heads back to his bedroom, and moves around. |
| 8:00 PM | Goes to bed. |
Regular Schedule
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up for the day, and moves around his room. |
| 11:00 AM | Plays guitar inside his bedroom. |
| 1:40 PM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to the beach by the firepit with his brother Vincent. |
| 7:00 PM | Returns home from the beach. |
| 9:00 PM | Goes into his bedroom to go to bed. |
Fall Sam Stardew Valley Schedule
11th Day of Fall
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up for the day inside his bedroom. |
| 11:30 AM | Walks to the clinic for his annual checkup, and plays his handheld video game in the waiting room. |
| 1:30 PM | Gets medical checkups at the clinic. |
| 4:00 PM | Leaves the clinic to walk into town. |
| 9:00 PM | Returns to his bedroom to go to bed. |
Regular Schedule
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up for the day, and moves around his room. |
| 10:40 AM | Plays guitar inside his bedroom. |
| 1:20 PM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to The Forest southwest of Leah’s Cottage. |
| 7:00 PM | Returns home from The Forest. |
| 9:00 PM | Goes into his bedroom to go to bed. |
Winter
Regular Schedule
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Wakes up for the day, and moves around his room. |
| 10:40 AM | Plays guitar inside his bedroom. |
| 1:20 PM | Leaves his bedroom and walks to the Stardrop Saloon. |
| 7:00 PM | Returns home from the Stardrop Saloon. |
| 9:00 PM | Goes into his bedroom to go to bed. |
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Sam Full Gift Guide in Stardew Valley
If you’re aiming to capture Sam’s heart in Stardew Valley, one of the best ways is through thoughtful gifting. Keep in mind that not all gifts are created equal. While he loves items like Pizza and Cactus Fruit, he’s not too thrilled about Quartz and Holly.
Here is a full list of gifts and Sam’s reactions to them:
Loves:
| Name | Description | Source | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Universal Loves | |||
| Cactus Fruit | The sweet fruit of the prickly pear cactus. | Foraging – The Desert | |
| Maple Bar | It’s a sweet doughnut topped with a rich maple glaze. | Cooking | Maple Syrup (1), Sugar (1), Wheat Flour (1) |
| Pizza | It’s popular for all the right reasons. | Cooking, The Stardrop Saloon | Wheat Flour (1), Tomato (1), Cheese (1) |
| Tigerseye | A stripe of shimmering gold gives this gem a warm luster. | Mining | |
Likes:
| Name | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|
| All Universal Likes (except Duck Mayonnaise, Mayonnaise, Pickles, & Vegetables) All Eggs (except Void Egg) | ||
| Joja Cola | The flagship product of Joja corporation. | The flagship product of Joja Corporation. |
Neutral:
| Name | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|
| All Universal Neutrals All Fruit (except Cactus Fruit, Fruit Trees Fruits, and Salmonberry) Milk | ||
Dislikes:
| Name | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|
| All Universal Dislikes (except Coal, Copper Bars, Gold Bars, Gold Ore, Iridium Bars, Iridium Ore, Iron Bars, Refined Quartz, and Tigerseye) All Vegetables (except Hops, Tea Leaves, and Wheat) | ||
| Chanterelle | A tasty mushroom with a fruity smell and slightly peppery flavor. | Forage – Fall |
| Common Mushroom | Slightly nutty, with good texture. | Forage- Fall |
| Daffodil | A traditional spring flower that makes a nice gift. | Foraging – Spring |
| Dandelion | Not the prettiest flower, but the leaves make a good salad. | Foraging – Spring |
| Ginger | This sharp, spicy root is said to increase vitality. | Forage – Ginger Island |
| Hazelnut | That’s one big hazelnut! | Foraging – Fall |
| Holly | The leaves and bright red berries make a popular winter decoration. | Foraging – Winter |
| Leek | A tasty relative of the onion. | Forage- Spring |
| Magma Cap | A very rare mushroom that lives next to pools of lava. | Foraging – Volcano Dungeon |
| Morel | Sought after for its unique nutty flavor. | Foraging – Spring |
| Purple Mushroom | A rare mushroom found deep in caves. | Forage- The Mines |
| Quartz | A clear crystal commonly found in caves and mines. | Foraging – The Mines |
| Salmonberry | Spring-time berry with the flavor of the forest. | Foraging – Spring |
| Seaweed | It can be used in cooking. | Fishing |
| Snow Yam | This little yam was hiding beneath the snow. | Foraging – Winter |
| Wild Horseradish | A spicy root found in the spring. | Forage – Spring |
| Winter Root | A starchy tuber. | Foraging – Winter |
Hates:
| Name | Description | Source | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Universal Hates (except Joja Cola & Seaweed) | |||
| Coal | A combustible rock that is useful for crafting and smelting. | Mining | |
| Copper Bar | A bar of pure copper. | Furnace | Coal (1), Copper Ore (5) |
| Duck Mayonnaise | It’s a rich, yellow mayonnaise. | Mayonnaise Machine | Duck Egg (1) |
| Gold Bar | A bar of pure gold. | Furnace | Coal (1), Gold Ore (5) |
| Gold Ore | A precious ore that can be smelted into bars. | Mining | |
| Iridium Bar | Bar of pure iridium. | Furnace | Coal (1), Iridium Ore (5) |
| Iridium Ore | An exotic ore with many curious properties. Can be smelted into bars. | Mining | |
| Iron Bar | A bar of pure iron. | Furnace | Coal (1), Iron Ore (5) |
| Mayonnaise | It looks spreadable. | Mayonnaise Machine | Egg (1) |
| Pickles | A jar of your home-made pickles. | Preserves Jar | Any Vegetable or Ginger (1) |
| Refined Quartz | A more pure form of quartz. | Furnace | Coal (1), Quartz (1) |
Dating Sam
Moving forward in your relationship with Sam, it’s important to understand the mechanics of dating in Stardew Valley. Engaging him in conversation and giving gifts is the way to his heart. Don’t forget to participate in in-game events, and be prepared for some fun surprises as your relationship progresses. Remember, reaching eight hearts of friendship is a significant milestone for advancing your romance.
Marrying Sam in Stardew Valley
When you’re sure you’ve captured Sam’s heart, it’s time to take the next step and propose. To marry Sam in Stardew Valley, you’ll need to acquire a Mermaid’s Pendant. This unique item is the key to unlocking your future together. The wedding itself is a memorable in-game event, and life changes significantly after you’re married, with shared finances and responsibilities.
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Marriage Schedule Sam Stardew Valley
After tying the knot with Sam in Stardew Valley, you’ll notice a shift in his daily routine. He may help out more on the farm, and his schedule will accommodate his new role as a spouse. The experience of being married to Sam is a rewarding one, as you both face new adventures and challenges together.
If the community center is restored, Sam doesn’t leave The Farm except on Monday and Friday. On Saturday mornings he spends time doing skateboard tricks on the half-pipe behind the farmhouse.
Monday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | At home. |
| 8:00 AM | Leaves home and heads for Pelican Town. |
| 9:30 AM | Arrives at 1 Willow Lane and stands in the kitchen. |
| 11:00 AM | Moves to the living room. |
| 3:00 PM | Leaves 1 Willow Lane to return home. |
| 4:00 PM | Arrives at the farmhouse. |
| 10:00 PM | Goes to bed. |
Friday
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | At home. |
| 8:00 AM | Leaves home and heads for Pelican Town. |
| 9:30 AM | Arrives at 1 Willow Lane and stands in the kitchen. |
| 11:00 AM | Leaves house. |
| 11:50 AM | Skateboarding south of the Stardrop Saloon, by the benches. |
| 3:00 PM | Heads into the Stardrop Saloon. |
| 3:30 PM | Playing pool in the Stardrop Saloon. |
| 9:00 PM | Leaves the Saloon to return home. |
| 11:00 PM | Arrives at the farmhouse. |
How to Unlock Sam’s Heart Cutscenes in Stardew Valley
Here is a full list of how to unlock Sam’s Heart Cutscenes:
Two Hearts
Enter Sam’s house when he’s there.
Three Hearts
In any season except winter, enter the beach on a sunny day between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. This event only happens in Year 1.
Four Hearts
Enter Sam’s house in Stardew Valley when he’s there.
Six Hearts
On any day when it’s not raining, enter the town between noon and 4 p.m.
Eight Hearts
Sam shows up at your doorstep between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m. Only triggers if you’ve seen his two-heart event.
Ten Hearts
After receiving a letter from Sam in Stardew Valley, enter the town on a sunny day between 8 pm and midnight.
Group Ten-Heart Event
If the player is unmarried and has given a bouquet to all available bachelors, raised friendship with each bachelor to 10 hearts, and seen each bachelor’s 10-heart event, then entering The Stardrop Saloon will trigger a cutscene. If Alex is the final bachelor you share a Ten-Heart Event with, the Group Ten-Heart Event will be unavoidable as it is triggered immediately afterward.
This event will trigger only one time per saved file. This event will not trigger if you are married or have given a Wilted Bouquet or Mermaid’s Pendant to one of the marriage candidates.
Fourteen Hearts
1: Enter an upgraded farmhouse (needs to be upgraded at least twice) between 6:10 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., when Sam is inside.
2: Three days later, enter the farmhouse between 6:10 a.m. and 5 p.m., when Sam is inside.
3: Three days later, enter the farmhouse between 6:10 a.m. and 5 p.m., when Sam is inside.
4: Four days later, enter the farmhouse between 6:10 a.m. and 5 p.m., when Sam is inside.
Marriage or Divorce Sam Stardew Valley
Like any marriage, there are ways to maintain happiness and ways to end things. To maintain a happy marriage with Sam, keep the lines of communication open and continue giving thoughtful gifts. However, if you choose to go separate ways, remember that divorce is a possibility in Stardew Valley, though it does come with its consequences.
In conclusion, marrying Sam in Stardew Valley is a rewarding journey. Remember to keep an eye on his schedule and take note of his preferences when it comes to gifting. Dating and marrying Sam is a heartwarming experience in the game. So, pick up that Mermaid’s Pendant and prepare for a lifetime of love and adventure with Sam Stardew Valley! Happy farming!
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