We know, Valentine’s Day is all a big scam created by card companies to make money. But let’s face it, it’s a pretty good excuse to plan a date with your significant other, so let’s quit the moaning.
Thanks to the money people at Quid Corner, we’ve got 30 date ideas to share with you – that cover everyone from old romantics to quirky hipsters.
Happy Valentining!
For Foodies
A brewery tour – many of these are free. Or if you want something for a wine lover – head to one of our many vineyards.
Have a bake off with each other.
Go fruit picking.
Plant something in the garden.
Head to a farmer’s market and feast on free samples.
For Adventurists
Explore a new neighbourhood. Never headed west of your city? Today is the day!
Volunteer together. City Missions are always looking for extra hands.
Go ghost hunting. Spookers, anyone?
Track down a car boot sale.
Organise a scavenger hunt.
For Culture Vultures
Head to a gig.
Hold your own photoshoot.
Have a night at the museum.
Try a new hobby together.
Go to open mic.
For Homebodies
Have a film marathon. Grab your old favourites, a blanket and you’re good to go.
Play truth or dare.
Have a video game showdown.
Karaoke in the living room.
Build a fort and sleep in it.
For Old Romantics
Share old photos and their stories.
Write poetry to each other.
Make a relationship time capsule – fill it with special items and memories.
Go cloud-watching.
Watch the sunset together with a picnic.
For the Quirky Type
Test drive a car together. Live your fantasy to drive that Porsche.
Fly kites.
View fancy houses together.
Make catapults.
Play nonsense scrabble.