If you’re looking to spend time with a special person in your life, then setting aside a few hours at regular intervals for a date is often critical. Whether you’ve been together for decades or you’re just starting on your journey together, the right date can help you to make memories together—and get to know one another.
But what if you’re stuck for ideas for your date? Let’s run through a few suggestions and see whether we can provide some inspiration.
Creative & Artsy Dates
Sometimes, enjoying a creative pursuit together can be immensely fulfilling. Ideally, you’ll want to pick out a new discipline that’s equally challenging for both of you. Going for messy and unusual art forms is often a great way to have fun, and you might end up with sentimental decorations and ornaments that you can scatter around your home. A pottery class might be a great way to get started with clay—or you might try to draw one another blindfold.
Outdoors & Nature-Inspired
Spending time in nature can be fantastic for your mental health. It’s a great way to set aside mobile devices and other screens and to enjoy spectacles like the sunrise, a supermoon, or even the Northern Lights.
On the other hand, the right kind of screen time can actually supplement your experience rather than distracting from it. You might seek out constellations with the help of the right stargazing app, or screen a favourite film on a projector in your garden.
Food-Focused Experiences
Food is a fantastic way to share an experience with the special person in your life. You might spend big on a tasting menu at a fancy restaurant. Or, you might elect to cook together. You can make this fun by picking one dish each or selecting three ingredients for one another.
You can obtain food-related inspiration by attending special events, like markets, food festivals, or demonstrations. Over time, this can be a great way to build your skills and ultimately enjoy yourselves in the kitchen.
Totally Different & Memorable
For some couples, an entirely different kind of date might be appropriate. You might make a visit to a local charity shop and see what treasures you can unearth. Set yourselves a budget, and find one another a special gift. Or, why not take an online class or learn a new skill? You might, if your budget allows for it, plan for that special holiday you’ve always dreamed of. Or, random cheap holidays can be a great way to obtain that special sense of novelty and adventure.
For some couples, the chance to give back to a local community or contribute to a worthy cause might be its own reward. See if there are any special date-worthy fundraising events near you.
