Having a date night with your spouse or romantic partner is so important. But sometimes, getting out of the house is easier said than done! These at-home date night ideas are great ways to reconnect and spend time together without having to leave the house!
Date night at home doesn’t have to be boring. There are tons of creative ideas for couples who prefer a night in instead of going out on the town. Here are some indoor date ideas to add to your list.
Create Your Own Cocktails
For couples who enjoy a good drink, this date is for you.
Get creative in the kitchen and come up with your own unique cocktails. You can even make them themed to go along with a movie or TV show you’re watching. If you’re feeling really adventurous, try making some homemade bitters to add to your drinks.
Cook a Meal From Appetizer to Dessert
If you’re a foodie couple, this date is for you.
Cooking a meal together is a great way to spend some quality time with your partner. Start with appetizers, then move on to the main course, and finish with dessert. Cooking together is a great way to try new recipes and bond over your shared love of food.
Game Night
Game night is the perfect date for couples who like to keep things light and fun.
Having a game night is a great way to spend an evening laughing and joking with your partner. You can either play some of your favorite games or try out some new ones. You can play fun guessing games like HedBanz, or funny card games like What Do You Meme.
Frugal Pro Tip: Connect with some like-minded couples and friends and see who has what game to borrow. If you buy a game, lend it out to other couples and see if they will do the same. You can create a mini lending library! The library may also have some games to play, so ask your local librarian.
Build a Pillow Fort and Have a Movie Marathon
This is the perfect date for couples looking for a cozy night in.
Build a fort out of pillows and blankets, and then snuggle up inside with your partner to watch some of your favorite movies. Don’t forget the popcorn!
Building a pillow fort and having a movie night is a great way to relax and spend some quality time together.
Play a Video Game Together
For couples who are into gaming, this date is for you.
Whether you’re playing some of your old favorites or trying out something new, spending some time gaming together is a great way to bond with your partner. There are tons of fun multiplayer games out there to enjoy with your date.
DIY Craft Night
Let your creative side loose and enjoy a DIY craft night with your date. Bonus points for whoever comes up with the best creation!
Go Camping in Your Backyard
So this isn’t actually “At home date night” but more of a “on your property date night”. Set up a pretend campsite in your backyard for a taste of the outdoors. Nothing beats sleeping under the stars.’
Have a Karaoke Night at Home
Karaoke in public can be super intimidating – so why not try it at home instead? Hook your karaoke machine up to your TV and get ready to sing your heart out!
Choose Books To Read Together
Grab some books and cuddle up on the couch to read a book together. This is a low-cost, chill way to hang out. You can also discuss the books together afterwards and learn more about each other.
Try Out a New Workout or Yoga Routine Together
Exercising together may bring you closer together. It can help you both achieve your fitness goals, and it’s always more enjoyable to do together. Plus, doing something physical together is a great way to get those endorphins running, if you catch my drift.
Create a Scrapbook or Photo Album
See your date’s creative side by creating a scrapbook or photo album. It also gives you a chance to see what’s important to them by seeing what they capture in pictures. Then, you have a great sentimental keepsake to keep forever.
Have a Paint Night
Try your hand at painting or drawing. Maybe neither of you is an artist, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try. Drawing or painting is a fun activity that you both can do- even if you are bad at it. You can find tutorials online or just go with your own design.
Have a DIY Spa Night With Homemade Treatments
Making spa treatments at home is as easy as following one of the countless online recipes. Using things like face masks and mud packs can also bring laughter as you each use the treatments. It’s a great way to pamper yourselves and enjoy each other’s company.
