Tired of the same old dinner and a movie date? You’re interesting, they’re interesting – you can definitely do better than the normal dinner and a movie, especially considering the fact that it’s so overplayed! Plus it’s awkward if your parents have to drive you both everywhere – no one wants their parent to third wheel their date. It’s difficult to keep coming up with spontaneous date ideas that are fun and thrilling for both you and your significant other, especially if you’re looking for that casual “I swear I haven’t put a lot of effort and thought into planning this” type of date. So, I’ve come up with a list to help you out. These are all budget friendly, fun, intriguing and romantic ideas to try!
1. Find YouTube Challenges and do them!
I know, sounds kind of lame. Yet if you find the right ones, they always end up being a lot more hilarious than expected. They take up a good amount of time, and if you record yourself it’s always fun to take a look at how silly you looked. Even if you guys haven’t DTR (Determined The Relationship) they’re still fun! (…I promise)
2. Go for a picnic
Who doesn’t love to have PB & J sandwiches and sparkling apple juices? Picnics are just adorable and so exciting. It’s considered retro but is still cute. Gentlemen, if you planned a picnic for your special lady I’m sure they would just adore you more. There’s no harm in giving it a shot! Plus, who wouldn’t want to be treated like Gabriella from High School Musical?!
3. Bake cookies
This activity does not only prove that you can make delicious cookies, but also lets your partner know that you know how to have fun in a kitchen. Cookies are just great. Simple. Here’s a recipe to Chocolate Chip cookies by Ms. Fields!
4. Rent a movie, mute it, improvise dialogue
A bit silly, but fun once you get into it. Sort of like the thing they do at the beginning of Crazy Stupid Love, but you’re not at a restaurant.
5. Build a fort
Enough said!
6. Colour a colouring book
Take some time to reflect back onto what amused you during your childhood, embrace it and get creative.
7. Finger paint pictures for each other
Speaking of artsy things, embrace and channel your inner artist and pursue finger painting 😉
8. Have a paper snowball fight!
After deciding your bases, have an indoor snowball fight… but with paper balls! Gets the healthy competitiveness going and the adrenaline!
9. Have a Disney movie marathon
Get some popcorn, twizzlers, blankets and pillows. Cuddle up, and enjoy revisiting your childhood obsessions. Spend a day watching and thoroughly enjoying some good ol Disney movies!
I hope these ideas helped spark some creativity within you! Enjoy spending that quality one on one time with your other and please try to stay away from the cliche dinner and movie date! Enjoy!