Whether it’s cold and rainy outside or you just feel like staying in, sometimes date night is best kept indoors. But what makes a good indoor date?
At first, you may lean towards the classic dinner-and-a-movie routine or Netflix movie night. While these activities may be within your comfort zone, they can start to get a bit repetitive and well, boring.
Just because you stay inside doesn't mean you have to sacrifice on the fun! In fact, many of our favorite date night go-tos can be done from the comfort of home or indoors. From entertaining adventures like axe throwing and virtual reality arcades, to date night kits and virtual cooking classes, keep reading to discover the 28 Best Indoor Date Ideas.
1. AT-HOME WINE TASTING
Channel your inner sommelier and sample delicious wines from around the world with this Mixed Wine Variety Box. You and your date will feel a wave of excitement as 6 bottles of organic and biodynamic wine arrive on your doorstep. Crack open each bottle and take your taste buds on an incredible, global journey!
2. TRY A DATE NIGHT BOX
With these incredible date night kits, everything you need to create an unforgettable evening will be shipped to your front door! Inside your kit, you’ll find fun activities, games, and even accessories to help create romantic ambience. Choose from a variety of themes including Italian Amore, spa night, and more. Our pick? This Power Outage box is the perfect way to disconnect from technology and reconnect with your partner.
3. HAVE A COFFEE AND DONUT DATE
Could there be a better combo? Personally, we could never say no to a chocolate sprinkled donut! So, hit up your favorite coffee shop (or brew some at home) and pair your hot beverage with a delicious donut. As the two of you enjoy your delicious treat, plan out the rest of your day or simply chat about your week.
4. HAVE YOUR CARDS READ
Take a glimpse into your futures with this virtual tarot card reading! You’ll be joined by a professional reader via Zoom. Begin with a guided meditation to help center your minds and set your intentions. Then, both of you will enjoy a 10 to 15-minute reading of your cards. Your reader will help break down the symbolism of each card and provide insight on how you can reach your heart’s desires.
5. JOIN A VIRTUAL BAKING CLASS
If your partner loves the Great British Baking Show, then this Virtual Bake with a Legend Cooking Class should be at the top of your date night bucket list! The two of you will virtually join one of the show’s former stars and bake alongside them! Learn new skills, create divine desserts, and meet one of your all-time favorite bakers.
6. WANDER AROUND A BOOKSTORE
You don’t have to be a bookworm to enjoy a bookstore date! Head to the comedy section and read off a couple of jokes, find your favorite childhood classics, or dream about your future vacations in the travel section. One of the best bookstore perks? Coffee, of course! Sip on your favorite hot beverage and find a quiet corner to hang out.
7. ATTEND A MURDER MYSTERY DINNER SHOW
For a fun and unique twist on the traditional dinner date, don’t miss these Murder Mystery Shows! Put on your detective hats and immerse yourselves into a modern-day mystery. As you enjoy a delicious, 4-course dinner, you’ll uncover clues, follow leads, and interrogate fellow guests. And remember, everyone is a suspect… even you!
8. HIRE A PERSONAL CHEF
Want to experience all the benefits of fine dining without leaving the comfort of home? Bring the restaurant home with these personal chef packages! Your chef will handle everything from prep and cooking to serving and clean-up. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and get ready for one of the most delicious meals of your life!
9. VISIT A PLANETARIUM
In our opinion, stargazing is one of the best and romantic date options around. But what do you do if it’s cloudy or too cold to go out? Visit a planetarium, of course! You and that special someone will be treated to an amazing, interstellar adventure as you sit inside a comfortable and climate-controlled theater.
10. LACE UP YOUR ROLLER SKATES
Don those crazy, neon outfits and hit the roller rink! Groove to your favorite tunes, play some skee ball, or put your speed skating skills to the test and see how fast you can blast around the rink. For a fun twist, we highly recommend bringing glow stick necklaces!
11. RELAX IN A SPA
You both deserve a day of R&R. Lucky for you, these spa packages are everything you need to feel rejuvenated! Feel all of your stress melt away as you relax in a salt cave, meditate in a float tank, or enjoy a romantic couples massage. For a one-of-a-kind spa date, don’t miss these amazing beer spa sessions!
12. BUILD AN EPIC PILLOW FORT
Pillow forts aren’t just for kids anymore! Add a fun twist to the classic at-home movie date by grabbing a pile of pillows and blankets and creating a cozy hideout. Your comfy fort will be the perfect place to cuddle up, snack on some popcorn, and watch your favorite flick. For some added fun, consider wearing your PJs!
13. SPIN A POTTERY WHEEL
If you’ve ever seen the film Ghost, then you know why pottery classes are perfect for your indoor date night! Don’t be afraid to get your hands messy as you gently form a ball of clay into a stunning vase, pot, or even your new favorite coffee mug.
14. PRACTICE YOUR PAINT STROKES
Paint and sip studios are a great place to channel your inner artist while sipping on a beverage or two. With the help of an instructor, you’ll learn how to transform a blank canvas into a beautiful work of art! After your class, you can even take your painting home. Every time you look at it, you’ll remember your incredible date night!
15. HAVE FUN WITH SPLATTER PAINT
Perfect for all skill levels (even if you can’t paint worth a darn), splatter paint studios are a wild good time! You and your boo will be equipped with paint, canvases, and an array of protective gear. The two of you won’t be able to stop laughing as you flick and fling colorful paint onto your canvas, the studio walls, and even each other!
16. DO AN AT-HOME CRAFT
Let your imagination run wild without having to leave your living room with an at-home craft kit! Create your own silicone mold candles, try your hand at paint pouring, or make up a batch of homemade bath bombs. Not only will crafting bring you and your loved one closer together, but it can also strike up unique conversations. Throw in a bottle of wine and you’re in for an unforgettable night!
17. LEARN HOW TO BLOW GLASS
Step out of your comfort zones and try something entirely new with these glass classes! You’ll learn how to transform molten glass into one-of-a-kind masterpieces. From glass ornaments to stunning pendants, you’ll create a gorgeous piece that you can take home and cherish for years to come.
18. PLAY AN OLD SCHOOL VIDEO GAME
Break out the controllers and play a video game that you love but haven’t touched in years. Our gaming recommendations? We still can’t get enough of old school Mario Party, Super Smash Brothers, and Guitar Hero 3! Alternatively, consider going to an arcade and play a few rounds of skee ball, or see if you can beat the pinball high score!
19. SLIP ON SOME VR GOGGLES
If the two of you have never experienced the magic of virtual reality, then a VR arcade should be at the top of your date night bucket list! Upon arrival, you’ll be equipped with state-of-the-art technology including a VR headset. Transport yourselves into a whole new world while playing incredibly realistic and immersive games.
20. TRY AXE THROWING
Ready…set…throw! See what all the craze is about and book an axe throwing session for your next date night. A professional instructor will show the ropes and work with you to perfect your technique. Before you know it, you’ll be sinking your axe into the wooden target like a pro!
21. CHALLENGE THEM TO A NERF BATTLE
Life’s too short to be serious all the time. So, head to the store, pick out your favorite Nerf toy, and prepare for an epic battle. You won’t be able to stop laughing as you chase each other around and blast each other with foam darts. The winner gets to choose tonight’s dinner menu.
22. PLAY A ROUND OF GOLF
Visit your favorite golf course, putt a ball through a windmill, or head to Drive Shack for the ultimate date night. At Drive Shack, you’ll smack golf balls from inside an all-weather hitting bay. Play interactive games and enjoy a complimentary food and beverage credit. Did we mention that they have an incredible chocolate chip cookie skillet?!
23. HAVE A ‘SMASHING’ GOOD TIME
In our opinion, the couples that rage together, stay together! If you agree, then team up with that special someone and check out these adrenalizing rage room packages. Together, you’ll discover the therapeutic benefits of smashing, wrecking, and obliterating breakable items!
24. CONQUER AN ESCAPE ROOM
During these escape room challenges, you’ll have to work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and decipher challenging riddles. Each room features a unique theme and the two of you will be immersed into a fascinating storyline. Once inside, you’ll need to act quickly. You only have 60 minutes to escape!
25. LAUGH AT A COMEDY CLUB
Treat yourselves to a light-hearted evening of fun, laughter, and side-splitting jokes! From spontaneous improv acts to professional stand-ups, you and your date are in for an unforgettable show. Before taking your seats, don’t forget to grab yourself a delicious cocktail!
26. ATTEND A BROADWAY SHOW
Step inside a Broadway theater and feel a wave of excitement as you wait for the red curtain to rise. Whether you’ve always wanted to see Hamilton or the Lion King, you’ll experience some of the Great White Way’s best actors and actresses! Don’t live in New York? Book a live show in your neck of the woods instead!
27. VISIT AN AQUARIUM
Make friends with the fishes! As soon as you step inside your local aquarium, you’ll be transported into an enchanting underwater world. Watch tropical fish dart through the water, marvel at massive sharks, and see if you can spot a moray eel lurking in the deep.
28. EXPLORE THE CITY
With these incredible GoCity Sightseeing Passes, exploring America’s cities has never been easier! You and your date will gain access to the city’s top attractions (including indoor adventures!) and save money while you play. Visit a museum, explore a zoo, or go on an exciting bus tour. The choice is yours!
From stay-at-home activities to exciting indoor adventures, we hope this list of 28 Date Ideas inspires you to try something new. Looking for even more one-of-a-kind date nights? Don’t miss these romantic experiences!
