You want to make your partner’s Valentine’s Day a little bit special when it comes around. The problem is that’s easier said than done! Whether you’ve been dating for a few weeks or several decades, organizing a day that makes Cupid proud is never easy.
To simplify things, allow us to share a small secret with you: spending quality time with each other is the key to a wonderful Valentine’s Day! Having said that, we respect your desire to make the day a little unusual. Whether you prefer to spend the day at home or go out and about, we’ve compiled suggestions on how to make this Valentine’s Day especially special. Select an idea from this list, and get ready for a love that will blossom all year round.
Roller Skates: A Retro Look
There is a good reason why roller skating is becoming popular again. Even if one of you has never worn skates, it’s the kind of thing that you can enjoy doing together. The best-kept secret about roller skating dates, for those who are unaware, is that you’ll have to hold onto each other to avoid falling! If the weather is favorable where you live, consider visiting the roller skating rink in your community or going to a park.
Attend a Course Together
Discuss topics that you both want to learn about, but be open to new ideas. There are many locations that provide classes; you might find some that you had never considered. Consult the neighborhood’s museums and libraries as well as local event platforms like Meetup and Eventbrite. If you two enjoy good food, investigate if any nearby eateries have any seminars focused on food or drink. You could find some original ideas for Valentine’s Day dates if you look for classes in your region.
Act like Visitors in Your Own City
Whether you live in a large metropolis or a small town, there are certain activities and attractions that are considered “for tourists” and that the majority of locals avoid. The majority of communities have a tourism agency or an online visitors’ guide. Look through such pages for Valentine’s Day date ideas that could give you a new perspective on your hometown and even make you feel like a traveler!
Behave as if you are guests in your own city.
Regardless of the size of your community, there are some events and sights that are deemed “for tourists” and that most residents steer clear of. Most towns have either an online visitor’s guide or a tourism agency. Browse these pages for Valentine’s Day date ideas that might let you see your hometown from a different angle and possibly transport you there!
Leave the Town for a Short While
Try a nearby town if you’ve already been there and done that in your own hometown. Maybe there’s a town nearby that you haven’t visited, with eateries and things to do that you haven’t done. All it takes to have a true “out of town” experience is to spend a day or an overnight in a nearby city.
Together, play Hooky.
Since Valentine’s Day really gets going after 5:00, let’s face it: some of us would really rather stay away from the crowds at popular restaurants and events. Planning your date throughout the day and taking the day off, if possible, can relieve a lot of pressure. Not only will you be the envy of everyone who comes up with this fantastic Valentine’s Day date idea, but you’ll also get the entire day to enjoy it without having to deal with any crowds at all.
Visit the Bowling Alley
How recently have you attended a bowling alley? There are few things more vintage than a bowling alley. Similar to roller skating, bowling is a beginner-friendly sport that emphasizes enjoyment over technique. With the extra bonus of being affordable, this is a fantastic double-date idea for Valentine’s Day. A Valentine’s Day date filled with bowling alley fun and food will undoubtedly be remembered because most bowling alleys include snack bars and occasionally bars with bar meals.
Take Two on a Gallery Hop
Plan a self-guided tour of the local art scene and inquire about public hours at nearby museums and art galleries. You’ll frequently run into an educator or artist who is delighted to talk to you about the pieces that are on exhibit. This is a lovely daytime date, and the ideal way to cap off this Valentine’s Day outing is with lunch or dinner at a restaurant that showcases local art.
Learn Something Flying
Are you in the mood for adventure? Take control of the controls and soar above the city for a thrilling Valentine’s Day adventure, whether you’re both thrill-seekers or just looking for a change of pace.
Learn Something Flying
Are you in the mood for adventure? Whether you’re both thrill-seekers or just looking for some Valentine’s Day excitement, taking hold of the controls and taking off over the city will undoubtedly make you feel good.
Start the day snuggling on the couch while watching The Great British Bake Off. Once your mind is spinning with visions of plum pudding and your mouth is watering, head to the kitchen to do some baking. Decorating heart-shaped cookies is a classic option, or you can pick a favorite recipe from the show.
Make DIY Gifts
DIY sometimes gets a bad rap, conjuring memories of corny childhood homemade gifts. But DIY can be as extravagant as you want, with some help from the internet. Put some extra thought into what your Valentine loves in life and create a DIY gift full of meaning. Exchanging gifts that were personally crafted by each other, for each other, might become a Valentine’s Day tradition.