We’re on an adventure of dating on purpose. We hope to do 1 or more a month. We’re going in order but more spontaneous couples can throw all letters in a jar and be more random. Fun any way you slice it!
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A - E Alphabet Dating Challenge
F - J Alphabet Dating Challenge
K - P Alphabet Dating Challenge
A - E Alphabet Dating Challenge
Getting started with ABC dates. Here’s A - E ideas.
The rest of the A date for pizza and Apple Lie a la mode!
Antonio's Italian Eatery
For our B date! Planned to attend a Book Release party here but snow got in the way. Still love this place!
The Book Tavern
This can be for a B or D date. We went for D for a dessert only dinner. Note there's one section of the restaurant that's super warm and stuffy but you can ask for the cooler section.
Boll Weevil Cafe & Sweetery - Riverwalk, Augusta, GA
C Date - Hand casting! Messy but fun. Be sure you can stay comfortably in one position for like 10 minutes. Great memento
Hula Home Hand Casting Kit for Couples
We got this as a gift and it was perfect for our C date! No work and little clean up.
Charcuterie Gift Baskets - Hickory Farms
Great option for a D date especially on a less crowded week night.
Dave & Busters - Arcade, Sports Bar, and Restaurant Augusta, GA
Fun role playing adventure for couples. Lots of moving pieces but great when you don't have a group to play with or just want it to be a couple’a thing.
Date Night Dungeons - Urban Realms
Most evening host a game of some kind, one dedicated to board games in general so perfect place for a date. Usually about $5 to play. Check out their schedule.
Cardboard Castle Games
Love this for special occasions. I recommend a reservation or you’ll be waiting a while. Watching them prepare the Absinthe is worth it and great tasting if you like black licorice flavor
Craft & Vine - Augusta
Great way to start the challenge. Hubb did good, me not so much. But fun and great mead!
Axe Throwing and Meadery - Augusta, GA
Love that they change the rooms so you can keep going back. Always a great adventure. Better for a double date or more since its hard to complete with just 2 people usually.
Escape Room Augusta, GA - Mastermind Escape Rooms
Love this hidden gem. Can be used for A, B, C or even P (for Petersburg boat). Fun on nights with or without live music. Pack drinks and a snacknif you'd like for a picnic at the Savannah Rapids.
Augusta Canal - Boat Tours
F - J Alphabet Dating Challenge
Next set for ABC dates. Here’s F - J ideas.
Great date place for finding deals, people watching and scaven hunts.
Flea Markets - Augusta, GA
Fruit picking is a fun F date idea. Check seasonal availability
Fruit picking around Augusta, GA - 2025 - Yelp
Festivals abound in all seasons. So many to choose from all around the CSRA
Festivals in Augusta - Top 10| Eventbrite
Fancy burgers are always a fun treat.
Farmhaus Burger – Local Burger Joint, featuring a custom ...
For a fancy “F” date you can't beat a special event here.
Finch and Fifth
Love all their food but best known for their German dishes, and never pass up a slice of the Prince Regent Torte.
German Food Favs | Villa Europa - Augusta, GA
Where “B&B” means Bed and Bar! Has rooms upstairs and the pub/bar in the basement. So fun.
“Getaway” Boutique hotel and Fox’s Lair Basement Pub in downtown Augusta · ★4.90
Good options abound, especially as clean up from Hurricane Helene continues. My favorite is the Aqueduct Park at the back of Lake Olmstead. Great waterfall back there.
Hiking! 10 Best trails and hikes in Augusta | AllTrails
This is just fun all the time. Some on trails look like the city may have installed them because they blend in so well with fencing. And good luck finding the one on James Brown without feeling the need to apologize to him!
Geocaching: Join the world's largest treasure hunt.
Highly rated with long history in the area since it’s at the Fort.
Horseback Riding - Hilltop Riding Stable
Fun for fancier ice cream concoctions that are truly date-worthy!
Ice Cream in Augusta GA 30909-0807 Cold Stone Creamery ...
One of the few options I’ve found around town for Irish faire and atmosphere.
Irish theme - Highlander A British Pub - North Augusta, SC
Maybe a full weekend for this marathon but worth it! Classics!
Indiana Jones movie marathon- Target
Puzzles are perfect for an anyone, inexpensive option!
Jigsaw Puzzles!🧩
Jet skis available for as little as an hour at a time make it reasonably priced and so much fun. Should reopen by April 2025
Jet Skis and other Water Sports! | Keg Creek Water Sports
Love this little place all the time but couldn’t leave it on off the date list. The couches in the back are super comfy.
Inner Bean Cafe
K - P Alphabet Dating Challenge
A nice field and a bit of wind with fun kites makes for an unforgettable “K” date!
Kite Flying!
I mean you can’t have a K and not have Kristie Kreme donuts! Always wait for the Hot Donuts sign to be on!
Krispy Kreme - Doughnuts, Coffee & Drinks
What better way to improve your relationship than by helping others and those who cannot help themselves?!
Kennel - Volunteer and/or Adopt! Animal Services | Augusta, GA
I mean this one may not be everyone’s cup of tea but definitely one to spark conversation or debate!
Lethal Weapon Marathon
Less than 2 hours away is this cute cabin, perfect for a getaway!
“Log” Cabin in Dublin, GA · ★4.93
The ultimate trilogy! Extended versions are my favorite but if it’s your first trip to Middle Earth start with the theatrical length.
Lord Of The Rings Original Motion Picture Trilogy
An Augusta staple to experience!
Luigi's Restaurant | Est. 1949 | Augusta Georgia's Oldest ...
Fun diner atmosphere, wide selection, and the most reasonable prices anywhere.
Morning Date - Sunrise Grill - Augusta and North Augusta
Always great permanent exhibits and check the website for those that come and go.
Museum - History, Augusta, GA
The most fun pizza place we have.
Mellow Mushroom - Augusta and Evans
My favorite local place for massages. Make it a couples massage!
Massages - Tuscany Italian Spa
Try a murder mystery for 2
Murder Mystery Game
At the back of my neighborhood is this jewel! Did you know all of National Hills used to be fruit orchards?!?
Nursery - Bedford Greenhouses
Can’t get more romantic for an “N” date than watching The Notebook!
The Notebook (Blu-ray)
Can’t experience Augusta without going to Nacho Mama’s. Personally, I usually get the T Huff’s pasta but everything is good.
Nacho Mama's - Downtown Augusta, GA
Elegant pizza for an elegant evening out.
Oliviana's Italian in Surrey Center
Danny Ocean is always welcome on our dates. LOL. Thankfully guys like the movies too.
Ocean's Trilogy (4K/UHD)
Little known observatory and planetarium perfect for star gazing with your love. Check website for current times, shows, and astronomy events.
Observatory / Planetarium | USC Aiken
Throwback to a crazy classic for game night.
Operation Game Night
Historic district stay with Fox’s Lair Pub in the basement.
OLDE TOWN INN - (Augusta, GA)
I’m always amazing at how much there is to do in Macon. Perfect day trip or weekend away.
Macon, GA | Attractions, Museums & Festivals
Several options for Paint and Sip activities. This one is well set up.
Paint and Sip | Painting Studio | Aiken
Pick a place and get couples pedicures!
Couples Pedicures-
Gel Manicure, Dipping Powder, Organic Pedicure, Acrylic, Waxing
Option if you don’t wanna go out or pain in front of others
Paint Kit for couples! DIY at home.
So many beautiful options on the waterways around the CSRA
