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These at-home date ideas are perfect for Valentine’s Day, date night, or any other time!
With the way things have been these last couple of years, at-home date nights have become increasingly popular! Even people who aren’t extreme homebodies (a.k.a. weirdos) will love these at-home date ideas because they are unique, creative, and intimate–the perfect dates to really get to know and enjoy your partner! Use them for Valentine’s Day or any other date night. I hope you love them! (Bonus: most of these date ideas are super affordable!)
1. Bake something from scratch
Baking from scratch is always fun! My favorite cookbook, Liv B.’s Vegan on a Budget, has so many simple, delicious dessert recipes for you to try!
2. Host a double date
Even though you’re at home, inviting another couple over for dinner, drinks, or games can still be fun.
3. Sip and paint
Sip and paint studios are so popular, but why not recreate one at home? All you need are drinks of your choice and paint supplies. There is a company called Painting to Gogh that provides all of the painting supplies and instructor-led video tutorials! It’s really perfect for a sip and paint at home!
4. Pool party
Do you have a pool? If so, why not host a pool party for two? I’m talking margaritas, floaties, and all!
5. Spa night
A spa night is the perfect romantic at-home date idea! Give each other facials and massages, or take a bath with rose petals and bath salts. Cue the romantic music and light some candles, and you’re all set for a night of romance!
6. Movie night
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned movie night! Snuggle up on the couch with blankets and popcorn, and stream your favorite romance, comedy, or scary movies!
7. Look through or make a photo album
Do you have any old photo albums? If so, look through them together! If not, why not make your own? Many drug stores can print pictures from your cell phone, and photo albums are pretty easy to find. Or, if you want to do it the new school way, create a photo album together online via Shutterfly, and they’ll send it to you!
8. Make a couple’s vision board
Making a vision board together is more than a fun at-home date night activity. It helps you and your partner be in alignment with what you want for the future. To learn how to make a vision board for manifesting your dream life, read this post.
9. Play Twister
Who doesn’t wanna get close with this classic, old school game? Bust out the socks, and have some fun!
10. Learn to ballroom dance
Do people still ballroom dance, or it is just the hopeless romantic inside of me? Either way, there are plenty of free ballroom dancing lessons on YouTube, so get dressed and join your partner in cutting a rug!
11. Nerf gun fight
Channel your inner child with a super competitive (not!) Nerf gun fight!
12. Scrapbook
Have photos, mementos, or other cherished keepsakes you want to remember? Take the photo album idea to the next level, and create a scrapbook! Don’t forget to come back to look at it during future date nights!
13. Look through your baby photos
I think this is one of the cutest at-home date ideas! Share baby/childhood photos and stories with one another. (And don’t take out the really embarrassing ones!)
14. Breakfast in bed for dinner
What’s better than breakfast in bed? Breakfast in bed for dinner with your partner, of course! This tray makes breakfast in bed easy, and here are the ingredients for my favorite vegan breakfast sandwich (1, 2, 3, 4)! Put on a movie, pour some coffee (decaf if you’re a lightweight), and have a romantic nighttime breakfast date!
15. Stargazing
If you live in a place with a clear view at night, why not go stargazing in your own backyard? Get a cozy blanket, a map of the sky, some coffee or tea, and see what constellations or planets you can find!
16. Color together
Unleash your creative side by coloring together! There are so many cute couple’s coloring books on Amazon, like this one, so grab your crayons, markers, and colored pencils, and have a coloring date!
17. At home wine tasting
Did you know that there are companies that do at-home wine tasting? If wine is your thing, this is the perfect at-home date night for you! And for a vegan selection, check out Vegan Wines. They send seasonal flavors that are organic and vegan, and they even have a tasting option that comes with vegan cheese!
18. Do a puzzle
Light candles, pop open a bottle of wine, and do a puzzle together!
19. Scavenger hunt
This idea takes a little bit of planning, but it can be fun to set up a scavenger hunt for your partner! Make it fun, cheesy, romantic, or themed. It’s all up to you!
20. Watch Tiny Desk Concerts
I love Tiny Desk Concerts on YouTube, so why not turn them into a date night? Get dressed up, and head to the couch for a series of concerts by your favorite artists or someone new! It’s the perfect cozy date where you can still get cute.
21. Build a blanket fort
Take it back to the childhood days and build a fort out of blankets and pillows! It’s fun and cozy, and if it all works out, you can lay in the fort and watch movies or eat snacks!
22. Candlelit dinner
Whether you cook or order takeout, a candlelit dinner is always a romantic choice! Light some candles, play some lo fi, set the table, and enjoy a nice meal together.
23. Cook a new meal together
Even if you’re not a good cook, cooking a meal with your partner can be a fun date idea! Grab some cookbooks or watch some YouTube tutorials, and create a masterpiece together!
24. Chocolate tasting
If wine isn’t your thing, why not try a chocolate tasting? Head to the store to pick up some options, or order different vegan chocolates online from places like Shane Confectionery or Vegan Essentials.
25. Turn your room into a hotel
If you love luxurious hotels, turn your room into one! Light some candles, lay rose petals on the bed, put champagne bedside, and wear a fluffy robe as you eat dinner in bed!
26. Karaoke
Head to YouTube, and sing your hearts out! To make Karaoke more fun, get these karaoke mics!
27. Couples’ yoga
If you really want to get close with your partner, head to YouTube and do some couples’ yoga! You can find videos for a chill, intimate, fun, or challenging vibe.
28. Indoor/Outdoor picnic
I’m not an outdoorsy girl, but I still think picnics are so cute and romantic! If it’s warm, head to the backyard, but if it’s cold, hold your picnic indoors! There are so many picnic ideas on Tik Tok (just search for luxury picnics), and I’ve seen these bubble tents ($$$) for picnics on Instagram.
29. Coffee and reading
If you want a chill, quiet date night in, opt for coffee and reading together. Sounds too basic? Try one of these fancy vegan coffee recipes! (They are perfect for any of these at-home date ideas!)
30. Fire pit date
Have a fire pit? Get some cozy blankets, fluffy pillows, and s’mores ingredients for this at-home date!
31. Watch the sunset together
What’s more romantic than watching the sunset together? And hey…it’s free!
32. Play party games
Truth or Dare, Would You Rather, and Never Have I Ever are still fun with two people. And, these games will help you get to know your partner on a deeper level. (Ask all those juicy questions!)
33. Do a fun photoshoot
Get dressed up, grab a tripod, and do a couples’ photoshoot from the comfort of your home! Make it fun, cute, or sexy. The vibe is up to you!
34. Take personality tests
Learn more about each other by taking personality tests or the love languages quiz.
35. Have a BBQ
Why not have a BBQ for two? Make sure it’s complete with Frisbee and cornhole!
36. Journal together
Journaling is a very personal and intimate activity, so journaling with your partner is definitely a great date idea! Share your thoughts, or complete all of my Journal Prompts for Self-Discovery together!
37. Board game night
Bust out the board games, and let the competition begin! My favorites are Monopoly and The Game of Life, but you can find anything on Amazon!
38. Camping (indoor or outdoor)
Last but not least, go camping at home! And if you’re an indoor cat like me, camp in the living room! Grab a tent, sleeping bags, and s’mores, and have a cute and cozy camping date!
I hope you love these at-home date ideas! Which ones are you going to try? What’s your favorite thing to do on a date night in? Still looking for that special someone? Try these affirmations to manifest your soulmate!
