{"id":1393,"date":"2021-05-19T21:43:34","date_gmt":"2021-05-19T21:43:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/s37407.p1377.sites.pressdns.com\/resources\/27-great-date-night-ideas-you-may-have-never\/"},"modified":"2021-05-19T21:43:34","modified_gmt":"2021-05-19T21:43:34","slug":"27-great-date-night-ideas-you-may-have-never","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.care.com\/c\/27-great-date-night-ideas-you-may-have-never\/","title":{"rendered":"27 Great Date Night Ideas You May Have Never Thought Of"},"content":{"rendered":"

Who says your date night ideas have to be the same old thing? Sure, it’s exciting to try the hot new spot on a Saturday night with everyone else, but after a while dinner dates become rather ho-hum. Sometimes you just need to break the mold and reinvent date night.<\/p>

To the rescue, try these 27 great date night<\/a> ideas that will get you ready for the weekend:<\/p>

1) Take a Sunset Walk<\/strong><\/h2>

The beach is less crowded in the evening and the sand feels good on bare feet.<\/p>

2) Have Breakfast for Dinner<\/strong><\/h2>

Don’t let anyone tell you a stack of pancakes isn’t sexy. Find a breakfast<\/a>-served-all-day diner.<\/p>

3) Learn Something<\/strong><\/h2>

Have you always wanted to learn how to make sushi or pasta from scratch? Sign up for a class and learn a new skill.<\/p>

4) Shoot Paint<\/strong><\/h2>

Get messy, don your oldest clothes and take aim with some paint balls. Get other couples involved so you and your partner can be on the same team.<\/p>

5) Ride a Train<\/strong><\/h2>

Or the bus. Hop on the commuter rail, ride a few stops and then get off and explore a new town or neighborhood.<\/p>

6) Hit the Books<\/strong><\/h2>

Pick a theme (dogs, Canada, fly-fishing) and find all the books that even tangentially relate to it. And hey, getting lost in those messy stacks is sort of fun, too.<\/p>

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7) Visit an Arcade<\/strong><\/h2>

Search the couch cushions for quarters and then play your old favs, like Ms. Pac-Man and Skee-Ball.<\/p>

8) Dress up to Eat Out<\/strong><\/h2>

That’s right. Tell your honey to don his old tux and you can pull out that gown from your sister’s wedding. Getting dolled up for a date — It doesn’t matter what kind of restaurant you choose.<\/p>

9) Visit a Photo Booth<\/strong><\/h2>

Make memories on your next date night. Seek out a photo booth (try a local mall) and take a bunch of shots. Then you can embarrass the kids and post them all around the house.<\/p>

10) Go on a Scavenger Hunt<\/strong><\/h2>

Put together your own crazy fun by creating a list of clues around town for each of you to find.<\/p>

11) Watch Some Hoops<\/strong><\/h2>

Check the schedule for your local college and start planning your trash talk.<\/p>

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12) Work Out<\/strong><\/h2>

Play tennis or check out a yoga class. Getting some exercise together kills two birds with one stone.<\/p>

13) Try a Corn Maze<\/strong><\/h2>

Stick together as you navigate this super-creepy field in the dark. Remember, two heads are better than one — don’t get lost!<\/p>

14) Sing<\/strong><\/h2>

Karaoke, that is. Let your freak flag fly and belt out a few oldies.<\/p>

15) Climb Walls<\/strong><\/h2>

Literally scale new heights and challenge yourself at the same time. A rock wall at the gym is a great workout.<\/p>

16) Visit a Fair at Night<\/strong><\/h2>

Riding the Ferris wheel, eating cotton candy and popping balloons with darts is good old-fashioned fun. Just fib to the kids when they ask where you’re going, so they don’t feel left out.<\/p>

17) Have a Progressive Dinner<\/strong><\/h2>

Yes, it’s dinner out, but this time with a twist. Have appetizers in one spot, entrees in another and then pick up dessert at a third place.<\/p>

18) Go Dancing<\/strong><\/h2>

Your choice: ballroom, disco, hip-hop, flamenco or the tango.<\/p>

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19) Play Trivia<\/strong><\/h2>

Find a sports bar in town and sign up. You can finally put your obscure tennis or geography knowledge to good use.<\/p>

20) Find a Happy Hour<\/strong><\/h2>

You’re not too old for hot wings and a pitcher of beer. Join the college kids and check out the deals at the downtown bars.<\/p>

21) Crash an Event<\/strong><\/h2>

Whether it’s a gallery opening or a book reception, just stroll in and act as if you belong.<\/p>

22) Visit a Spa<\/strong><\/h2>

You both deserve a little TLC. A massage, facial or even a pedicure is perfect.<\/p>

23) Plan an Evening Picnic<\/strong><\/h2>

Collect all your favorite things: a pretty blanket, some wine and cheese and your special squeeze.<\/p>

24) Camp at Home<\/strong><\/h2>

Pitch that old tent in the backyard, unroll your sleeping bags and get cozy in the night air. At least until after the sitter puts the kids down.<\/p>

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25) Try a Ropes Course<\/strong><\/h2>

If you’re not too afraid of heights, put on your sneaks and try your hand at balancing.<\/p>

26) Go to the Driving Range<\/strong><\/h2>

An evening of whacking golf balls can be oddly satisfying.<\/p>

27) Have Your Palm Read<\/strong><\/h2>

Don’t you want to know your future? Find a psychic and see if she can figure out your aura.<\/p>

Jennifer Kelly Geddes is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in parenting, health and child development. She’s a frequent contributor to Care.com and the mom of two teen girls.<\/em><\/p>

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Do you have any fun date night ideas? Leave your tips in the comments below!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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