Date nights are essential for any marriage or relationship to work. When you find the time to spend with each other, you are able to reconnect and renew your relationship. Another reason why date night is essential is it gives time away from the kids, time away from work, and a change of scenery to start up new conversations without distractions of everyday life.
Date nights also don’t have to be just going out to eat or heading to the movies every Friday night. You can mix up the ideas, and you don’t have to spend a lot of money for it to be enjoyable or romantic. Here are 10 frugal and fun date ideas for you to try with your special someone.
10 Frugal and Fun Date Ideas
Picnic in the Park
A picnic is one of the most romantic and free things that you can do together as a couple. Pack your favorite meals, snacks, and even wine (if permitted where you are heading), and plan an afternoon or a night out with each other.
Camping Out for the Day or Night
Spending the night outdoors in the backyard or at a nearby campsite is a great way to get close by the campfire. If you can’t get an overnight sitter, just an evening on the beach or at a bonfire can be a great way to spend time together.
Camping Inside
If the weather is not agreeable or you simply don’t have the time, camp inside with some microwave S’mores, blankets (in a fort!) and a good movie.
Free Museum Days
Many museums offer one or two days a week at certain times when there is free or reduced admission. Check in your local area for these times and play tourist for the day or evening.
Art Classes
A fun date night that is a growing trend is art classes in the evening that are wine or beer events. These classes are usually an hour or two long and are less than what you would spend to go to the movies with popcorn.
Bike Ride Together
Take a bike ride around your city. If you don’t own bikes, check out some local places that rent out bikes for an hour or for the day, and ask them what spots you should check out.
Escape to the Rooftop
Take a trip to a rooftop of a building that you have access to so you can gaze at the stars together. Bring a blanket and some sparklers to make it fun! If the night is chilly, make sure to bring cocoa or hot tea.
Nerf War
Grab a couple of Nerf guns and turn your house into a war zone. If it is a summer evening, why not play like kids and do a water gun fight?
Make Pizzas Together
Pizza is a great dish to make together. Mix and match your favorite toppings and take turns seeing who can toss their dough up the highest.
Local Theater
One really fun activity is to check out local theater plays. Whether it’s a high school or your community theater, it’s a great chance to spend time together and enjoy the arts at a discount.
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Stepfanie Cuevas has been a writer and blogger for the past 7 years. With working in social media, she has enjoyed the fact that you can connect with anyone from across the world. You can find Stepfanie at Stepfanie’s Desk.
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Pauline Wiles says
Volunteering together can also be fun and meaningful. I really like OneBrick as they offer one-time volunteer opportunities without the need for an ongoing commitment:
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