Who said that dates have to be expensive? These are some of my fave date ideas that didn't cost an arm and leg. These activities are also perfect to do with a friend!
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At home/indoors
Outdoors
At home/indoors
Ideas for when you want to stay in.
Instead of eating out, try cooking something you've wanted to try together. It might end up becoming a regular in your meals!
Cook a meal together
Having a game night paired with snacks is one of my fave dates!
Game Night
Do skincare with each other and make sure to relax, it can be as simple as just doing a facemask together!
DIY Spa Night
Relive your childhoods and share the experience together!
Watch your fave childhood movies together
Release your creative energy and paint/draw portraits of each other! Another idea is to each start your own painting, swap with each other every 5 mins, and then see what you come up with!
Create portraits of each other
Make playlists for each other, and explain why you chose each song and how it reminds you of each other. Some songs might even remind you of a moment you shared.
Create playlists for each other
Use air-dry clay and create little creatures/objects. Use Pinterest if you need inspiration.
Create clay figurines
If creativity isn't your strong suit, paint by numbers are just as fun to do together.
Paint by number
Perfect for a chilled day at home, building a puzzle together can be really satisfying to see it come together
Build a puzzle together
Outdoors
Ideas for when you want to go out.
Get some fresh air and appreciate your local scenery.
Go on a walk together
Choose outfits for each other to try on! It's a chance to see your partner in a different style.
Go window shopping and try on outfits
Wait for a clear night, set down a blanket, and try and identify constellations together.
Go stargazing
Head to your nearest beach and enjoy the scenery (with an ice cream in hand of course).
Spend a day at the beach
Take the time to appreciate your local area, especially if it's something you haven't see before.
Visit a free local tourist spot
Pack a biscuit of your favourite snack and enjoy being in nature!
