This guide explores how to befriend Marnie in Stardew Valley, a beloved character known for her animal affection, quiet nature, and occasional store absences. Building a strong relationship with Marnie offers early-game benefits like recipes and hay. This updated guide reflects the 1.6 update.

Gifting Marnie:

Gifts are key to winning Marnie's favor. A gift on her birthday (Fall 18th) grants 8x the friendship points.

Loved Gifts (80 Friendship Points):

• Universal Loves: Prismatic Shard, Pearl, Magic Rock Candy, Golden Pumpkin, Rabbit's Foot, Stardrop Tea. (Note: Obtaining these can vary in difficulty; Golden Pumpkins are from the Spirit's Eve maze, Rabbits' Feet from happy rabbits, Pearls from the Mermaid's Song or Blobfish ponds, and Prismatic Shards are extremely rare.)
• Diamond (found in the Mines)
• Cooked Meals: Pink Cake, Pumpkin Pie, Farmer's Lunch (recipes acquired through gameplay).

Liked Gifts (45 Friendship Points):

• Eggs (except Void Eggs)
• Milk
• Quartz
• Most Flowers (excluding Poppies)
• Fruit Tree Fruits (Apples, Apricots, Oranges, Peaches, Pomegranates, Cherries)
• Artisan Goods (Wine, Jelly, Pickles, Honey, excluding Oil and Void Mayonnaise)
• Other Gemstones (Rubies, Emeralds, Topazes)
• Stardew Valley Almanac (available from various sources, including the Bookseller)

Disliked & Hated Gifts:

Avoid giving Marnie Salmonberries, Seaweed, Wild Horseradish, Holly, crafting materials, raw fish, crafted items (fences, bombs, etc.), and Geodes.

Movie Theater:

Inviting Marnie to the movies offers friendship points based on her movie and concession preferences. She enjoys all movies, with bonus points for specific films and Ice Cream Sandwiches/Stardrop Sorbet.

Quests:

Marnie occasionally posts Help Wanted quests. Completing these significantly boosts friendship. Notable quests include providing Amaranth for her cows and a Cave Carrot for her goats.

Friendship Perks:

Reaching friendship milestones unlocks rewards:

• 3 Hearts: Pale Broth recipe.
• 7 Hearts: Rhubarb Pie recipe, and occasional gifts of hay.

This comprehensive guide ensures you can effectively cultivate a friendship with Marnie in Stardew Valley.