Cheap and Fun Date Ideas
Cheap and Fun Date Ideas – There are many creative dating ideas that don’t cost an arm and a leg. Here are some of the best ideas for the frugal date planner. All of the following suggestions should cost under $30., but sometimes the best things in life are free.
The Very Cheapest Cheap and Fun Date Ideas – Cost under $10.
Go to the airport and people-watch. The bigger the airport, the more fun it will be.
Crash a party. It’s been quite a few years since I’ve done this. Downtown hotels or convention centers often have parties or events on weekends. Most hotels will have a sign with a list of ballrooms and parties in the lobby. The bigger parties are usually easier to get into. When there’s fewer than 25 guests it’s difficult to be anonymous.
Volunteer at a local food bank and serve meals. Usually you’ll get a free meal out of the deal.
Bring some Frisbees to a local park and demonstrate your athletic abilities.
Attend an auction. Go early, to check the items in advance. Cost does not include purchases!
Have a water balloon toss, followed by a water balloon fight. It’s far more enjoyable in the summer.
Visit a local alpaca farm or ranch. They’re cute and friendly. I should know, I have 15 of them myself.
Go to the beach and build a sand castle together. Maybe the Taj Mahal?
Invite another couple over for some competitive board games.
Visit a flea market or county fair,
Cheapest Cheap and Fun Date Ideas – Cost under $20.
Visit an arboretum together and enjoy nature.
Play miniature golf. It may be frowned upon, but you might try playing backwards, starting at the last hole and working your way to the beginning.
Go to a local community center and play ping pong.
Bring your date to a local show. This may be a classic car show, a quilt show, an antique tractor show, or a laser show.
Go on a tour of homes in your area or in another nearby town.
Go on a scavenger hunt in a strange city. This will definitely be an interesting diversion.
Go on a picnic and bring the most unusual food you can make, find or purchase.
Rent or borrow a metal detector and visit the local beach or park. Be sure to get permission.
Visit a local carnival when it’s in town.
Inexpensive Cheap and Fun Date Ideas – Cost under $30.
Play laser tag at a local amusement facility. You’ll get to see how competitive your date can be.
Visit a tourist area and take a horse-drawn carriage ride.
Remember, some cheap and fun date ideas require planning. Many can happen on the spur of the moment. The more open-minded you are, the more fun you’ll have.