With Cupid’s celebration approaching, couples worldwide start to feel the pressure of making a special day for their significant other. Suppose you’ve been in a relationship for a long time. In that case, you most probably are tired of the boatload of cliche gifts, the dinners out at the restaurants jammed with sweethearts celebrating their love, or the conventional cheesy movie marathon. Of course, you are probably dreaming of a trip to Paris or a getaway to a sunny island, where celebrating love comes so easily. But reality kicks in, and those are not viable options for most of us. That doesn’t mean we cannot make a memorable day and have a quality, fun time with our loved ones without sticking to the conventional date ideas for Valentine’s day.
To relieve the pressure of planning a perfect day, a good option would be to have a conversation with your significant other regarding both’s expectations for that day. You might think it will ruin the romance, but instead, it will help avoid awkward moments on Valentine’s day. It helps especially the fresh love birds that aren’t acquainted with each other’s preferences yet.
To make the process easier for you, we’ve gathered some unconventional date ideas for Valentine’s day to make the day truly special.
Unconventional date ideas for Valentine’s day
Ditch the flowers, the chocolates, and the dinner for two and choose one of these unconventional date ideas for Valentine’s day. Whether you are an introvert and prefer indoor activities or love going out and trying new things, we’ve got you covered.
1. Make some volunteer work together
Although we dedicate an entire day to celebrating love, we should show our love for our better half all year round. Make V-Day an opportunity to show love and appreciation to those in need instead. You will be able to bond and be satisfied with doing something useful for the community. Soup kitchens and homeless shelters are constantly needing some extra help. Or you could spend some time with our little furry friends at an animal shelter. It might not be the first thing that would cross your mind when thinking of spending quality time with your better half, but the feeling of doing something valuable and meaningful is beyond comparison.
2. Go to a comedy club
A good laughter is a perfect cure for anything. It can reduce stress and anxiety and help you detach from the daily hustle and bustle. A night out at an improv or sketch comedy could be the perfect way to unwind and leave your worries behind for a while. Make sure you book your tickets early because good comedy shows are fully booked despite not being the first option when it comes to romance.
3. Fun day at a shooting range
For a more action-packed activity, head out to a shooting range. A genuinely unconventional date idea that will pump your blood and raise your adrenaline level. You can try out several types of guns, and to make things more interesting, you could start a gun-shooting competition. Some outdoor ranges have fully automatic rifles, which are exciting to shoot.
4. A relaxing day at the spa
If you don’t feel adventurous enough to go to a shooting range and are more into relaxing, a day at the spa could be the perfect way to unwind. Pamper yourself and your significant other with a couples massage, followed by a relaxing steam shower or a sauna. It helps raise serotonin and dopamine levels, which will increase overall well-being.
5. Test your rock climbing skills
A date that includes physical activity and exercise is an excellent way to increase your adrenaline levels. It will create excitement and could reignite the passion in your relationship. Rock climbing might be the right dose of adventure to spice things up if you’re tired of the classic dinner and movie-themed dates. As a plus, rock climbing requires trust and communication. Thus it’s a perfect way to bond and strengthen your relationship. Also, you can do this activity indoors in specially designated places in case the weather conditions are not suitable for doing it outdoors.
6. Taking a cooking class
Learning new skills is always beneficial. Forget the pre-fixed dinners and learn to prepare a flavorful dish from scratch. This activity will strengthen you as a couple because you can work together as a team to create something. You can attend a chocolate-making class to give the activity Valentine’s day taste. If you don’t want to leave the comfort of your own home, there are plenty of cooking classes to attend virtually.
7. Have a theme night
Playing dress-up could be a fun activity to spice things up in your relationship. Wearing a couple’s costumes should be a thing not just for Halloween but on other occasions as well. Jazz-up up your wardrobe with some James Bond-themed outfits and head to a fancy restaurant or club for some martinis. You could do role-playing for extra fun and excitement.
8. Recreate one of your best dates
Each couple has some milestone moments that strengthen their relationship and turn into long-lasting beloved memories. Whether it’s a great date or the first time moving in together, each couple has some moments they enjoy remembering. Why not recreate one of these unique moments to relive the same thrill and excitement that brought you closer together? It might be a great way to rekindle and rediscover each other.
9. Go to an escape room
A fun activity that will bring you closer together, and test your compatibility is going to an escape room. While trying to solve the different puzzles together, you will be able to see how you can work together under pressure. It is an exciting activity that will test your competitiveness and make your blood rush through your veins. And why not? Maybe you will break the record and have something to brag about to your friends.
10. Take a tour of the historical sites of your city and surrounding areas
For the history buffs among us, an excellent V-day idea would be to take a planned tour of the historical sites of your city and surrounding areas. A day spent learning about the local history and diving deeper into the national culture is a fun activity and a unique way of sharing with your beloved one a one-of-a-kind experience. You’ll be surprised to see how many things there are to be discovered about your city.
Those are just a few inexpensive Valentin’s ideas you can put into practice. You can choose any of these, make some adjustments if necessary, or combine some to create the perfect day for your significant other. Try not to put too much pressure on your shoulders when doing it, and if possible, enjoy each stage of the process. After all, you want to show your love and appreciation, not add another burden to your daily life.
