A good gift for your boyfriend on Día del Amor y la Amistad (Love and Friendship Day, Mexico's Valentine's Day, in September) mixes something from his hobby with something emotional: an experience, a letter, or a serenade (serenata) with the music he likes. It is booked on Serenattia with visible pricing and payment when booking, held in escrow until the event.
What should I give my boyfriend on Love and Friendship Day?
Gifts for guys are often limited to clothes, cologne, or accessories. If you want to go beyond the typical, think about how he lives and what would make him feel special. Ideas:
- An experience: a game, a concert, a dinner, an activity he likes.
- A hobby gift: something related to his sport, his music, or his hobby.
- A letter or a video: with what you admire most about him.
- A planned date: you organize everything and he just shows up.
- A serenade: live music, with the songs that mark him.
Many boyfriends never expect a serenade, and that makes it even more special.
Why does a serenade surprise a boyfriend?
Because serenades are usually thought of as being for women. When a man receives a serenade, the effect is double: he is surprised by the gesture and moved by feeling important. It is a way of telling him that you also want to take care of him, not just receive care.
In addition, Love and Friendship Day is a date meant for both, not only for women. A serenade with friends present can include the friendship side: invite his close circle so they sing and celebrate with him.
You decide the genre according to his taste: norteño or banda if he is a party person, mariachi for the classic, trio for a romantic atmosphere, saxophone or violin for an elegant touch. As with flowers, each option says something different.
How do you book on Serenattia?
Sending a serenade should be as easy as sending flowers or a cake. These are the steps:
- Go to the musician list and filter by your city and the genre you want.
- Compare profiles. The price is visible and there is no exclusivity.
- Choose date, time, and address.
- Pay 100% when booking. The money stays in escrow.
- The Serenattia team confirms the availability of your booking.
- On the day of the event, before the musician plays, you scan their QR code. With that the payment is released.
If the musician doesn't arrive, the payment is not released. That is the part that lets you plan with peace of mind.
How much does a serenade cost?
It depends on the city, the type of group, the duration, and the repertoire. The lowest price published today by musicians on Serenattia (October 2026), before the service fee, is:
| City | From (MXN) |
|---|---|
| Puebla | |
| CDMX | |
| Mérida | |
| Cancún | |
| Playa del Carmen | |
| Toluca | |
| Querétaro | |
| Monterrey | |
| Cuernavaca | |
| Guadalajara |
These are entry prices by city; each musician sets their rate on their profile. To compare, check the index of music prices in Mexico. A 10% service fee is added to the rate, with a minimum of MX$200, and the musician receives 100% of their rate. If you need an invoice, the 16% VAT (IVA) goes on top.
How do you organize the surprise?
Some points to make it go well:
- Date: book ahead, because that date concentrates many requests and availability depends on each musician.
- Place: his home, a park, a place that means something to the two of you.
- Accomplices: his friends or family, so he is at the spot at the right time.
- Songs: two of his favorites and one of yours.
- Video: someone to record.
- QR: scan the musician's before they play.
And don't forget to go with a small gift: a letter, his favorite food, or a ticket to something he likes.
If he is reserved, avoid a serenade with lots of people. Better a small group at the front door or in an intimate place, with three songs and a hug. If he is sociable, go all in on a party: friends, music, and a toast. What matters is that he feels loved by those around him and that the serenade is the center of that affection. Remember that the celebration doesn't end with the music: a meal or an outing afterward gives the day a warm close.
One last tip: use the friendship part of the date. Ask two or three of his best friends to record a short message or to be present during the serenade. Seeing his close people gathered, singing and toasting with him, turns a couple's gift into a celebration of everything that loves him. And that, for someone who says he needs nothing, is worth far more than any wrapped object.
Frequently asked questions
Is it strange to give a serenade to a boyfriend?
No. Although it is less common, it usually causes great emotion. Choose a format that goes with his personality.
How far in advance should I book for that date?
The Serenattia team confirms each booking.
How do you pay for the serenade?
100% is paid when booking and the money stays in escrow. It is released to the musician at the event, when you scan their QR code before they play.
What happens if the musicians don't show up?
The payment is not released, because it is only released when you scan the musician's QR. In addition, the Serenattia team confirms the availability of each booking.
Is there a service fee and can it be invoiced?
Yes. The fee is 10% of the rate, with a minimum of MX$200, and the musician receives 100% of their rate. It can be invoiced and the 16% VAT (IVA) goes on top.
Book ahead and choose the music he likes. See musicians on Serenattia.