Date nights are great, but they can also be pricey. Want to plan a date night without breaking the bank? Here’s how you can pull it off.
Planning a romantic date night is awesome, especially when you and
your mate take turns planning the events. It’s exciting to see what they
come up with, and you always have fun together. But now it’s your turn
to plan, and you’ve got one problem: you’re flat broke. Don’t worry,
there’s still plenty to satisfy your end of the bargain for cheap,
without sacrificing any of the romance!
Budget-friendly romantic date ideas
Whether you’re a poor college kid, you’re saving for something
special, or you’re working on paying off your debts – there’s no reason
why you shouldn’t be able to have a night out on the town with your
special someone.
#1 Go star gazing. This idea is free, and
practically the epitome of romance! You can do this from your back yard
or at your local park. Just make sure that wherever you choose to go
doesn’t have too much light pollution, or you won’t be able to see
anything!
Head to your local park and bring along a couple of blankets, a
telescope *though this is equally as gorgeous without one*, and a flask
of delicious red wine. Spend the night curled up next to one another,
trying to find all of the constellations. Definitely a breathtaking,
cheap date night idea!
#2 Game night. Game night seems to get a bad or
“cheesy” rap among the world of dating ideas, but what’s not to love?
Grab a six pack of beer or liquor to share, gather together all of your
favorite snacks in bowls around the kitchen table, and start playing
your favorite game.
Choose classic board games you love, or spice it up by selecting
naughty games like Nookii, Tease, or Monogamy *all steamy games designed
to play with your lover*. Amp up your evening even more by
incorporating taking shots into the mix!
#3 Get down and dirty. You’re at home, you have a
bed, so why not skip straight to the point? Grab a guide online for wild
sex, nearly impossible sex positions and see how many you can pull off.
You may even find a new favorite on this at-home date night!
Other great ideas involve a game of sexy truth or dare, would you
rather, dabbling in bondage, or roleplaying new fantasies together.
Remember that your romantic evening is about enjoying each other’s
bodies and your sexual chemistry, so don’t rush!
#4 Have a dessert date. Dessert dates are so, so romantic, and are definitely inexpensive. There are two routes you can go for this one:
– Go all out. Dress in your best: a suit and tie for
him, and the classic black cocktail dress for her and head to the
fanciest jazz bar in your area. While there, order only a dessert, and
maybe a drink or two, and enjoy the sensual, jazzy ambiance. With this,
you get to feel like you’re headed out for a fancy evening, complete
with entertainment, without spending over $20!
– Go retro. Get your best rockabilly outfits
together and head to your local old-school diner. Share a burger, fries,
and of course, an oversized chocolate shake with straws for two. For an
added 1950s bonus, choose a spot that still has a working jukebox. This
retro date night is adorably perfect and perfectly cheap!
#5 Movies done right. There’s something classic
about having a movie night with your special someone, but the thought of
doing it at home, curled up on the couch is probably sounding more like
a typical Monday night, as opposed to a special date. Do movies right,
and on the cheap with the following suggestions:
– Watch a movie outdoors. On a warm night, drag your
TV and sound system out onto the back deck into your yard. Wait until
it’s late and curl up on a patio swing or outdoor couch. This breaks up
the monotony of the usual “dinner and a movie,” and spices it up with a
romantic outside ambiance.
– Look into town movie events. What is a town movie?
Simply put, many towns and cities do a community movie night in
interesting places. Be it your local library, movies out in the park, or
local history museum. They also notoriously have awesome film
selections from new movie releases to old time westerns and classics
such as Casablanca, Shirley Temple and The Wizard of Oz.
– The drive-in. It’s a cheap outing that allows you
to bring your own snacks! Head to your local dollar store and grab some
cheap snacks to bring along. Stick to standard movie fare like gummy
bears, chocolate-covered peanuts and salty snacks. And if things get a
little hot and heavy, at least you’re in the comfort of your own car!
#6 Take advantage of online deals. There are plenty
of buy-one-get-one-free or coupon code deals online, whether through
Groupon or RetailMeNot. You can usually find very cheap but fun date
night ideas through one of these websites.
#7 Dinner for two. Check out what you have in your
pantry, head online to look for recipes that match, and get cooking! The
great part about this date idea is that you both get to bond, while
also improving the way you work together as a team.
And don’t worry if all you’ve got are a bunch of canned goods and a
bit of cheese. Mix it up, experiment and munch on your goodies as you
hang out. If what you’ve come up with tastes absolutely horrendous, just
laugh it off, make a #pinterestfail Instagram post, and try again on
your next budget date!
Whether you’re looking to stay in or head out on the town for
a romantic evening, there’s plenty of ideas that won’t cost you a
fortune. And always remember, two people who are really into each other
can make practically any event a great time.
