Sometimes it seems like there is nothing going on in small town Statesboro. Here are some ideas for things you can do on Valentine’s day without breaking your bank or driving an hour to Savannah or Tybee.
1. Go out to eat. Between Longhorn, Olive Garden, and Millhouse, there is somewhere fancy and romantic to take your loved one. Have a little fun with it and dress up really nice.
2. Hang out on sweetheart circle. Bring a picnic, or an eno, or if you’re feeling adventurous, walk around it three times holding the hand of your sweetheart. You know the legend.
3. Go to The Clubhouse. There is bowling, laser tag, go-karts, and arcade games. It will be a blast.
4. Take a drive. Specifically, down Savannah Ave. The prettiest houses are on that stretch of road. Play the game where every time you get to a stop sign or stop light you flip a coin and assign left to heads and right to tails and go on a mini adventure.
5. Make dinner at home, and then go out for dessert. Nothing beats a romantic home cooked meal. Then you can take your pick of cupcakes from Simply Sweet, a lava cake from Longhorn, or Frozen Yogurt.
6. Go to a movie at Carmike. The Wedding Ringer is out if you want a Comedy, American Sniper is out if you want something more intimate.
7. Go find a dirt road and park your car. Lie on the roof of your car (or in the bed of your truck) and stare at the stars. Bring some blankets for when the temperature drops.
8. Have a romantic night in. Buy cookie dough or brownie mix and some ice-cream and make some treats while you watch Netflix or rent a movie from Redbox. This one takes minimal effort but is super relaxing.
9. Rent a hotel for the weekend. Okay, I know I said these ideas wouldn’t break the bank, but if you and your significant other split expenses, this can be doable. Get one with an indoor pool and free breakfast. If you’re feeling fancy get room service and stay in and watch movies all night. This will give y'all privacy and make you feel like you are escaping Statesboro for the night.
10. Visit any of Georgia Southern’s free attractions. From the museum to the wildlife center to the Garden of the Coastal Plain, there is going to be something fun and interesting and also free to do with your loved one.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
