Planning your wedding might be the last thing you think of as we enter the holiday season. That’s okay. You can permit yourself to let go of all the details and headaches of planning a wedding. Instead, focus on the important things, like your marriage. These are 20 great date night ideas for this winter.
Heat the Kitchen
Do you love watching baking contests on TV? Invite your SO to a baking contest and invite your friends over for impartial judging. Baking can be a great way to relieve tension. Enjoy the holidays with your loved ones.
Get on the Slopes
It doesn’t matter if you are a complete beginner or a ski pro. Taking lessons together can be an amazing bonding experience. After a hard day on the slopes, there’s nothing better than curling up in front of the fireplace at the lodge.
Get a Snow Tube
You can ski if you don’t like skiing. But you can still go down the slopes with a tube. You have two options: you can either race down the mountain or relax in a tube designed for two.
Get your ice skates on!
For a perfect romantic date, get on the ice together. Enjoy some hot cocoa afterward!
Christmas Lights Show
Enjoy a magical light show to get you in the holiday spirit. You can find a display near you and take an Uber to see it. You can also search for a local house that puts on a show. Are you unable to find organized light attractions in your area? You can drive around the area and enjoy the sights.
Go to Your Local Theater
For a cheap night out, take advantage of the local theater. Many will organize a holiday show. This is a great way for people to feel the holiday spirit. You can also search for a studio that puts on a production of Nutcracker.
Enjoy a Movie Night
The end of the year is a prime time to see big-budget Oscar-hopeful films in theaters. Enjoy peak movie season (and the warmth inside!) Enjoy a romantic date night.
Go Sledding
Have some good old-fashioned fun when the snow comes. Grab a sled and head to the nearest hill.
Volunteer
It’s the season of giving. Spend some time helping others while you find a cause you both believe in.
Be creative
You can design your holiday decor! You don’t need to be a Picasso to create a masterpiece worth displaying. Register for a paint night in your local studio, where they will guide you step-by-step.
Enjoy a Game Night
You can play board games at home or go to an arcade nearby to learn Space Invaders.
Play tourist
Play tourist in your city by getting dressed up. Enjoy the day exploring the landmarks and museums and the holiday decorations. Enjoy a romantic carriage ride to end the day.
Try Indoor Skydiving
Your sense of adventure will guide you to the best indoor skydiving experience. It’s safer than skydiving, and you don’t have cold outside temperatures.
Visit a Botanical Garden
Even though all the leaves have fallen to the ground, there is still one place where you can enjoy the beauty of nature: a botanical garden. You can enjoy the sights from indoor conservatories and pavilions without dealing with the cold.
Jump on a Trampoline Park
This fun and challenging activity doubles as a cardio workout. You should check to see if there are any adult-only hours at your trampoline park. Sky Zone has “glow” parties where black lights, music and lasers transform the park into a jumping club.
Fondue Date Night
Cooking dinner together isn’t something you would do if you lived together. Fondue date nights are a whole different story. Enjoy each other’s company during this long meal.
Take a Mall Adventure
Online shopping has made it difficult to visit a mall. However, many malls add new stores and unique options like antique shops and boutiques. You can indulge your competitive side by hosting a scavenger hunt or challenging each other to find the best Christmas gift under $20.
Take a photo session.
While most couples prefer to take their engagement photos in warmer weather, there is something special about winter sessions. Many photographers offer mini sessions for holiday parties, which can be great for a small package.
Find your new favorite drink.
Hot buttered Rum, Mulled Wine, Spiked Hot Cocoa… Many great adult beverages work for this season. Enjoy a night of libation and challenge your friends to create the best combinations.
Go Hot Tubbing
Relaxing in a hot tub set amongst snow is a wonderful to unwind. You don’t have to own a hot tub. Consider staying at a nearby hotel for a mini-vacation. You can also opt for a homemade candlelit bubble bath, which is cheaper and more convenient.
