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By Janine

10 Creative Date Night Ideas To Keep The Romance Alive Without Leaving The House

Filed Under: BLOG, dating ideas, Married Life Tagged With: Dating, Dating Tips

Whether you’ve been married for one year or an entire decade, keeping the romance alive is key to an everlasting happy marriage. However, when it comes to finding unique and exciting ways to keep the spark going, most couples inevitably feel as though they have indulged almost every date night idea out there at some point. Unfortunately, the standard and generic fancy dinner dates tend to get a bit boring after some time, and all that effort that goes into getting dressed up for an hour or two at an uptight restaurant eventually doesn’t feel worth it. When considering that there are so many other ideas out there that will prove to be a far better bonding experience, you would probably agree that switching things up from time to time is a great idea. So, to help you plan upcoming date nights with a creative spin, we have listed a few unique ideas for you to try with your significant other.

Creative Date Night Ideas

Vintage Films And Vintage Wine

There are quite a few romantic vintage films out there that can be rewatched countless times, rendering them timeless classics. Whether you and your partner are a fan of vintage movies or not, hosting a vintage film evening complete with some indulgent vintage wine, a homecooked meal, and a few comfy blankets is a great way to put an original spin on the classic movie date night. However, you will need to do some research to find a worthwhile classic romantic film when planning the evening. In addition to this, you should also do some research on wine bottle sizes and shapes when finding the perfect vintage wine to truly wow your partner with your vintage-themed date night.

Couple Cooking Date Night

While the generic idea of cooking a decadent meal for your partner will never really go out of fashion or lose its charm, you can put a creative twist on the idea by planning a date night in which you and your partner prepare your romantic dinner together. You can order monthly meal packages and enjoy the surprise of receiving a new recipe with all the ingredients needed each month. This idea is a great way to bond with your partner; even if you end up messing up the dinner and having to order take-out, there’s no doubt that the experience will be fun-filled and worth remembering.

An Indoor Evening Picnic

Picnics are undeniably romantic date ideas, although, if you’re hoping to spend the night in, you could change up the idea and plan an indoor picnic in the evening, complete with fairy lights, scented candles, and all your favorite snacks. To uphold the standard of the original outdoor picnic, you should avoid preparing a meal and instead prepare light snacks that you and your partner enjoy. Planning an indoor picnic will require quite a bit of initial effort when it comes to the setup, although we all know that effort is priceless when it comes to keeping the spark alive.

A Couples Spa Evening

Spa dates are indulgent, and enjoying the experience with your partner is a great idea. However, to make the event a bit more personal and ensure you can enjoy some bonding time, you could plan a couples spa date night in the comfort of your own home. If you aren’t too sure what to include on your spa date, you can do a bit of research to find the best face masks and other spa treatments that can be done at home. You will need to plan this idea in advance to be sure you have all the products you need, and you could also consider including champagne or a bottle of wine to complete the evening; remember, the devil really is in the details when planning a creative date night.

Host A Classic Game Night

Some classic games may seem quite bland, although anything is fun when enjoyed with that special someone in your life. Hosting a classic game night complete with favorite board games, card games, and other classic enjoyable is a great and creative way to bond with your partner. A game night is also a perfect opportunity to enjoy endless laughs and make lasting memories without having to leave your home. This type of date night idea may be more creative than romantic, although having fun with your significant other is a great way to show them how much you love them.

Start A Project Together

Even if you don’t consider yourself a crafty person, you can still start a project with your partner as a date night idea that definitely won’t disappoint. There are tons of projects to consider, from making a scrapbook of memories shared to crafting cute photo frames and so many others. If you’re short on ideas for a project, you should brainstorm ideas with your partner to decide what type of project is best. The time spent together on a project will be excellent bonding time, and the end results may prove so rewarding that joint projects become an ongoing hobby.

Camp In The Yard

Camping out in the backyard is not just an excellent idea for the kids. You can plan an exceptionally romantic backyard camping night for your spouse, and the romantic touches will be in the decor details. Making a small campfire and spending time together outside in your own yard is also an extremely affordable date night idea. You could also prepare your meal in the traditional camping way or order take-out depending on your preference.

The sky is the limit for planning date nights, especially when you add creative thinking to the mix. You can take a generic date night idea and recreate it in your own way to make the evening memorable and unique. Instead of redoing the same date night over and over, mixing things up will keep your partner enticed, and the bonding time will prove invaluable.

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About Janine

Janine is a published author of the books, The Mother of All Meltdowns and Only Trollops Shave Above the Knee. She has been featured on The Huffington Post, Mamapedia, Today Parenting Team and SheKnows. She also runs her own graphic design company at J9 Designs.

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