While the traditional Valentine’s date ideas are obviously classics for a reason, these ideas offer a fun spin on tradition! From romantic nights in to adventurous outings, this post will give you some creative ideas to mix things up with your boo this year!
This post is all about amazing Valentine’s date ideas!
1. A picnic in the park
This may be a bit of a date cliche, but it is for a good reason! This classic date is a great mix of thoughtful, fun, and intimate. Grab a blanket and a basket and fill it up with all your partners favorite things! Take a stroll through a local park, go for a hike, or even set up something more elaborate in your own back yard.
2. blanket fort movie night
This cozy, intimate night is sure to be a Valentine’s date to remember. Blow up an air mattress, pile on the blankets, grab snacks and queue up your favorite movie. There is something so sexy and sweet about cuddling up with your favorite person.
3. progressive dinner
If you want to spice up a traditional dinner out, try a progressive dinner! Grab a fancy cocktail at one spot, then head over to another place for an appetizer, then yet another for dinner. And then have your final spot be your favorite dessert! You can add as many or as few stops as you’d like. Make sure you have reservations for the spots so you don’t ruin your Valentine’s date with long waits!
4. grocery store roulette
You’ve probably seen this trend on social media, but I think it would make an exceptional Valentine’s date! Head to your favorite grocery story (Trader Joe’s would be my personal pick) and then you can decide which path you want to take. Either you can rock paper scissors with your partner and winner picks (drinks, apps, dinner, dessert). Or you can each pick a favorite for each course to share!
5. fondue night
While a traditional romantic dinner in is always a classic, turning it into a fondue night is a great way to elevate a simple dinner. If you haven’t done fondue before, I truly can’t recommend it enough! It’s delicious, fun and interactive. I am a fan of doing cheese and chocolate fondue. Check out all the details of a home fondue party here!
6. scavenger hunt
If you’re looking for something with a little more thought and planning, a scavenger hunt for your partner is a great idea. Think of places your partner loves, or that are significant to your relationship, then plan a day out that incorporates those places. Make them clues so that they can guess! This is a great way to add a fun spin on a regular day out!
7. spa Day
There is nothing that calms you down and brings you together like a spa day. If you want some peaceful, rejuvenating time with your partner, a spa day is the perfect Valentine’s date idea. If you have a spa nearby, book some services and spend the day relaxing. If you don’t, a home spa day is *nearly* as good. Get some face masks, massage oils, scrubs and more and enjoy the day.
8. Have a staycation
I would say just about everyone I know has a list of things in their home city that they’ve never done! This Valentine’s date is the perfect time to cross some of those items off the list. Treat your home town as if you’re visiting. Grab breakfast, wander around and shop, explore the city! Maybe hit a museum you’ve never been, or enjoy a fun interactive activity. Then, make a reservation for dinner at a restaurant you’ve been meaning to try. This is the perfect way to save a little money on travel, but still enjoy it as if it’s new!
9. Game day
If you’re the competitive type, or just love a good game, a game day is the perfect Valentine’s date. Backgammon, chess, Nintendo switch, board games and more can fill out your schedule. You can even make a true competition out of it and have the ultimate winner pick the dinner takeout!
10. Chopt Challenge
Cooking together can be so fun and so intimate, but this Chopt Challenge takes that up a notch! Much like the TV show, you and your partner can take turns making each dinner course (drinks, apps, dinner, dessert). But, as a fun twist, the other person gives the chef a few ingredients they must use in the dish! This is a great way to add a little fun (and use up some ingredients you have on hand).
11. play some sports
There are so many amazing sports to play as a couple! Pickle ball, golfing, tennis and more! Put on your cutest workout gear and work up a sweat. Then you can grab drinks or a meal after to decompress!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
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