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8 Must-Do Valentine's Day Date Ideas

Bored of the same old "dinner and a movie" for Valentine's Day?

Becca Fulford
Feb 13, 2017
Rhode Island College
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8 Must-Do Valentine's Day Date Ideas
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Trying to think of something different to do with your loved one this Valentine's Day? Share these ideas with your special somebody and see what happens!

Go For A Long Drive

This one is a personal favorite, it’s quality time with you and your loved one. You can either keep the radio off and just talk, or you can do what me and my boyfriend do and blast your favorite music and sing at the top of your lungs!

Go To A Family Owned Restaurant Neither Of You Have Heard Of

I like this one cause not many people search for small businesses anymore and they have the best food! You can even do this after your long drive together or google family owned restaurants in your area. Can’t find any you haven’t heard of? Road Trip!

Have A Picnic

Okay but how many of you wanted to go on a picnic for Valentine’s Day but couldn’t because it was too cold or because it was raining or even snowing! This is the best substitute. You can light some candles and put out a blanket in the living room and even watch a movie together! Very simple but very romantic.

Take A Dance Class

As all guys know, girls(well most) LOVE to dance! It’s just fun and energetic and we don’t even care if you have two left feet! And if you’re into country music, a great place to take a dance class is your local barn for some line dancing lessons!

Build A Fort

Come on…you can’t tell me that doesn’t sound fun!

Try Something Neither Of You Have Ever Done Before

Never taken a pottery class? Try it! Or if you’re feeling extra adventurous and have the money, go for a 15 minute helicopter ride! The possibilities are endless!

Arcade And Go Karts

Even if you aren’t highly into video games, you can’t go to an arcade and NOT have a fun time! And what better way to challenge your competitive side besides arcade games and a race with the go karts?

Roller Skating And Laser Tag

This one is extremely fun if one of you can’t roller skate for your life. It’s a cute way to help the other one learn and get better but also extremely funny whenever either of you fall on your butt(even funnier when you both fall on your butt at the same time). Plus who doesn’t love laser tag???

Long story short, do something different this Valentine’s Day! The traditional, movie and dinner gets boring really quick!

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