Got a Boring Routine? 5 Unique and Fun Date Night Ideas

If dinner and a movie isn’t cutting it anymore, you may need a few fresh date ideas. You love your partner, and you definitely aren’t ready for counseling, but boredom is taking its toll.

You know that song about “I don’t know why you don’t take me downtown, like you got anywhere better to be”? If that’s how you feel about dating these days, all you need are some new date night ideas to get you back in the game.

Feel renewed and more in love than ever with these five fabulous unique date options!

1. Zip Lining

Why not start out with something adventurous? High ropes courses are all the rage these days, and they are popping up everywhere. Budget a little extra or find a Groupon, and a zip line or an adventure course could put a new spring in your step.

Your partner will give you points for creativity, and if they are scared, you can hold their hand to help them feel better (bonus!).

2. Progressive Dinner

A mild form of temptation, try having an appetizer and a drink at a restaurant, and then go to another place. You’ll still be hungry when you leave, but it leaves anticipation for the next course.

After you finish the main course (and another drink), find another place for dessert. Besides, if it’s within walking distance, you won’t feel guilty about those extra calories.

3. Escape Room

Before you say you don’t like being chained up, do a little research. The national chains have some escape room options that don’t require being locked in or handcuffed, so you won’t feel claustrophobic. Or if you think you’re up for it, try the ropes and blindfolds.

This is a great chance for you two (or four or six, if you want to double or triple-date) to practice problem-solving together. It feels good to work as a team and tells you about who you are as a couple.

Some local escape room companies have coupons or lower prices than the big national chains. Read some reviews and you’ll see how well they stack up to the brand name escape rooms.

Remember not to share any puzzle secrets! When you sign up, you fill in a contract that you’ll protect the integrity of the room.

4. Concert

Try checking out a local band. You can find cover bands and original music, whichever seems most your style as a couple.

This is a chance to dress up more than a usual date. You can also try out open mic nights if one of you likes to play music. Your date (your inspiration!) will be there to cheer you on.

5. Dancing

There are many styles of dancing to try, including swing and salsa dancing. You already have a partner, so that worry is moot. Many beginner classes don’t cost very much.

If you have done some dancing before, pick a new style or a more intermediate class.

Unique Date Night Ideas

Between zip lining, progressive dinner, escape room, concert, and dancing, you’re sure to find some fire for your dating life. These date night ideas will help you ditch the boredom and find some energy in your relationship.

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