25 Summer Bucket List Ideas for Couples

The hot and steamy days of summer are just about here. If you have been saying for years that you wanted to put together a bucket list for you and your significant other, there is no time like the present! Make this a summer of memories by creating a list of must-do couple activities and commit to checking off as many as you can. Whether you have been dating for 10 months or married for 10 years, adding a little spice and spontaneous planning to your summer will add sparks to your relationship. I have 25 Summer Bucket List Ideas for Couples that you can use. Pick and choose, do all, or add your own!

25 Summer Bucket List Ideas for Couples

Drive in Movie- Borrow a pickup truck if you don’t have one and fill it full of blankets and pillows to create a romantic little nest. Back into your spot at the drive in theater and watch a summer flick in the comfy bed.
Have a Picnic- You can toss together an easy finger food picnic and a bottle of wine and enjoy it on the beach, at a state park, near the river, or in the middle of a field. This is something that people just never seem to do anymore yet it is such an inexpensive sweet date idea.
Road Trip- Plan a road trip to the beach or somewhere else fun and away from home. Try to cross state lines, maybe even a few. Keep it spontaneous and relaxed. Drive when you want, stop when you want. Take lots of pictures!
Go Camping- Head to the woods with a tent and a couple of bags or a fully loaded luxurious camper, some good camping food, and each other. Spend a couple days surrounded by nature, fresh air, and no stresses.
Movie Night- Trade off a romantic comedy then an action packed flick. Don’t forget yummy snacks and snuggle up on the couch.
Have a Water Gun/Balloon Fight– Not only is being silly a great way to lower your blood pressure and relax, but just playing with your spouse leads to laughter and lots of shared grins.
Have a Bonfire– There is something infinitely enjoyable about a big bonfire on a summer evening. The light is romantic, you are out among nature, and in total relaxation mode. At least once this summer give it a try!
Cook Together- Make a homemade pizza, decorate cookies, or create 5 course meal from start to finish together. Clean up is part of the deal for both too!
Watch the Sunset on the Beach- Romantic, relaxing, and awe inspiring-an ideal activity! Add a bottle of wine and you have yourself the perfect date.
Get a Couples Massage- Make an appointment for some relaxing together with soothing music, scented essential oils, and achy muscle relieving
Visit a Nearby Bed & Breakfast- Even if it is just for one night, grab some alone time and set the mood for romance with a stay at a bed & breakfast-lay around and be lazy together.
Take Dancing Lessons- While you may work up a sweat learning some new moves this is a great way to beat the heat outside and get a little closer with your partner- literally and figuratively! It doesn’t matter if it’s line dancing or ballroom- have fun!
Plan a Date Just for Him/Her- Find something that your partner loves to do that is not normally your cup of tea and plan a date around it. Give it your best effort to try to enjoy it and have a good time. Some ideas are bowling, ballet, or a rock concert,
Put Together and Bury a Time Capsule- Include tickets from a movie you saw together recently, a newspaper, love letters to one another, pictures, and a few other items.
Ride in a Hot Air Balloon- Maybe this is just MY romantic fantasy but I think seeing your town from high up in the air, sailing gently in a hot air balloon belongs on every couples bucket list! What a romantic way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or proposal.
Visit a Theme Park- Be kids again, hold hands, ride rides, eat ice cream, and fall in love with a whole other side to your partner.
Go on a Double Date- Find another couple that you have a lot in common with and set up a fun double date out or even at home. Try a game night, fondue dinner, or maybe bowling.
Tech Free Day- Spend the entire day together without peeking at your email, facebook, or twitter. Lock your phones and laptops up and enjoy a day disconnected from technology.
Go on a Long Bike Ride- Find some nice local bike trails or just tool around your neighborhood or city and explore. Enjoy a relaxing couple hours in the fresh air and sunshine with your love.
Attend an Outdoor Concert-Go see your favorite band, A new local sensation, or maybe something you don’t usually go for like classical or jazz. Throw a blanket on the ground and snuggle up while you listen under the stars or in the sunshine.
Tour a Vineyard- Even if you are not a wine drinker, touring a local vineyard and sampling their flavors is a perfect date for a couple.
Learn a New Skill- Trade off, you can each have a day where your learn to do something the other loves like work on the car, cross stitch, gardening, carpentry, or watercolors.
Take a Photo Everyday- Every day of summer take a photo- each other, together, feet in the sand, the view from your b&b,etc. Make a scrapbook at the end of summer.
Volunteer- Give of your time and yourselves somewhere together this summer. Help out at a soup kitchen, animal shelter, or organize a collection for trial size items and non perishables for homeless bags.
Plan a Vacation- Maybe one for next year or the year after that. Go somewhere amazing! A week in Italy, a tropical cruise, skiing in the Alps, a week at Disney World, whatever you guys dream about. Start a fund and commit to work towards your goal.