Dating can be so much fun, but it can also be really hard, especially when you’re trying to keep things fun and light. No matter what point of your dating life you’re at – from just getting to know someone to having been in a committed relationship for years, keeping it interesting is essential. Planning dates that give you the opportunity to laugh, interact, have a little fun and get romantic is all important. But what about making all of that happen for little to no money? It’s actually easier than you think. When it comes to dating, it’s time to get creative. Here are 31 date ideas that cost nothing.
31 Date Ideas That Cost Nothing
- Take a walk in a park you’ve never been to before.
- Take a ride up the coast or through the forest.
- Bake a batch of cookies together.
- Find a free, local concert.
- Plan a massage night at home and give one another great massages.
- Go hiking.
- Try rollerblading.
- Plan a picnic.
- Go for a bike ride.
- Have a fun backyard camping trip.
- Pick out your old faves for a movie night.
- Plan a romantic candlelight dinner at home.
- Go check out a local free museum.
- Drive to a neighborhood where you love the homes and go for a walk.
- Play a game of catch.
- Build a bonfire in the backyard and snuggle up with blankets.
- Watch the stars.
- Invite your date over to make pizza.
- Paint a room in the house together.
- Give the dog a bath.
- Download a new television show and have a marathon.
- Have game night, just the two of you.
- Read each other a book.
- Snuggle up with coffee, the newspaper and the dog and hang in bed all morning.
- Raid the fridge and cook something up with only ingredients you have at home.
- Play a game of truth or dare.
- Check out a local farmers market.
- Go to the library and find some new books to check out.
- Head to the beach or a local lake for a day of swimming.
- Go to a playground and swing on the swings.
- Make hot cocoa and build a fire in the fireplace.
What do you think? Can you get creative with your date night plans?
