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Game night -

Whether you play a classic board game, cards, or download Heads Up! on your phone, it's always fun to flex your competitive side.

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Have a spa day at home -

Pick up some fancy bath supplies or massage oils, and set the spa mood with some candles and calm music. Bonus points for cozy robes, slippers, and face masks!

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Visit the aquarium -

Aquariums aren't just for schoolchildren–they can also be a romantic backdrop for a date. You'll get a lovely, leisurely stroll in, with plenty of things to point at and talk about.

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Movie night -

Host the perfect movie night in your own home. All you need is a projector, some candy, popcorn, and a blanket. Oh, and each other, of course.

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Fantasy vacation planning -

If you've been together a while, take some time to research your dream vacation, and lock in where you’d go. Maybe it'll just be for fun, or maybe you might end up booking your next trip!

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Go on a picnic -

Before the date, head to your local market and get some cheese, bread, fruit, and wine. Then go for a picnic at the beach or in a park. Don't forget to bring a cozy blanket!

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Get crafty -

Head out to a craft store and pick out the first kit that seems interesting. Spend a few hours painting or making sculptures. When you’re done, you’ll have made something to remember that moment.

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Blind taste test -

Pick a category, such as sodas, fast-food fries, or chocolate bars, and buy multiple well-known versions. Have one of you shut your eyes, or stay blindfolded, while guessing which is which.

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Become bartenders -

Head to the store and pick up some funky liquors you wouldn’t normally go for. Then, when you're home, try to make each other a signature cocktail. Who knows, you might just whip up the perfect drink.

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Get outside -

If you both love the great outdoors, head on out for a day of adventure. You could either go for a hike or a nice bicycle ride.

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Take a floral arrangement class -

While it's cute to give flowers, it's also nice to arrange them. At a flower arrangement class, you'll both get to flex your creative muscles, and leave with two beautiful bouquets.

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Book lovers -

Go to a bookstore, and pick your all-time favorites and swap them. Find some comfy chairs, and enjoy an afternoon discussing your picks.

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Food truck lunch -

Find out where the food trucks in your town gather and go there on a date to try something new for lunch!

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Chef it up -

Pick your favorite dinner or dessert recipe and really try to nail it. Cooking together is an incredible bonding experience. Plus, you get to share a homemade meal with someone special.

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Work out -

If you're both into fitness, go for a run or take a workout class together. It can be a great bonding experience.

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Scrapbook your personal history -

Relive old memories and exchange funny stories while you scrap book together. It’s an intimate task, but also a great way to get to connect with each other.

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Catch the sunrise -

If you live anywhere near a great view, set the alarm for a little before sunrise and head to your special spot to watch it together.

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Go back to school -

Find a community class for something that sounds interesting to the both of you. It can be fun and special to build a skill together. Plus, if the class requires multiple sessions, you have more than one reoccurring date night lined up.

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Volunteer together -

What could be better than doing some good with your partner? Dedicate the day to helping others and the community. You’ll both feel great after!

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DIY portrait time -

Have a little fun at home with your own photoshoot. Make an afternoon out of it! 

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Museum crawl -

Look up museums and galleries you haven’t gotten around to yet. Try to fit as many as you can into an afternoon, or just spend the day at one or two exhibits. Now that's a cultured date!

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DIY wine tasting -

Stock up on some of your favorite wines, plus a few you've never tried. Compare your favorites, and make sure to have a charcuterie board, too.

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Go roller or ice skating -

If it’s spring or summer, rent some rollerblades and go to a local roller rink or park. If it's winter, head to an ice rink. It will guarantee tons of laughs!

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Take the ferry -

If you live on a coast or close to water, chances are there’s a ferry nearby. While most people use them to commute, they also serve as a little mini cruise around your hometown. Make a point to grab lunch wherever the ferry docks before taking it a second time back home.

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Visit a dog park -

If you or your partner has a dog, making a day out of a dog park visit can be a fun way to enjoy each other’s company. Plus, who doesn't like hanging out with cute pooches?

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Pop in to a pop-up -

Look up local events in your area to elevate your dates with something new. It can be anything from pop-up shops to temporary galleries, or weekend farmers' markets.

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Indoor scavenger hunt -

Grab some small objects and label each with a compliment, secret, or a favor. Hide them around your home and dare your date to find them. It will be fun and flirty!

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Visit a flower shop -

Take your date to the nearest flower shop and soak in that pleasant plant smell. You can even pick up a small houseplant to remember the day.

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Shop secondhand -

Secondhand shops and flea markets are super fun date spots. Together you can find cool items and even recall stories that remind you of them.

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Support the arts -

Find a community theater production of something that sounds interesting, or visit a local comedy club. Even if it's not really your usual thing, you might end up having a great time!

See also: 30 fun ways to date yourself

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