22 Ideas for Date Night at Home

The idea of date night at home doesn’t exactly sound like a thrilling time, does it? For some of us, it really is the best alternative or only option! Whether you are trying to save money, don’t want to hire a babysitter, don’t have much time, or just want to spend time with your spouse in the privacy of your own home, a date night in can be a great way to connect with your partner. There are many fun activities that you can do at home. The most important thing is to just set aside some time to spend together. Turn off your phones, put the kids to bed, and just make your date night a priority. Check out these 22 ideas to have a fun and creative date night at home.

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22 Ideas for Date Night at Home

1. Dinner and a Movie
2. Wine Tasting on the couch
   (this wine club shipment is perfect for doing just that)
3. Online Cooking Class
4. Fondue
5. Game Night
6. Movie Marathon
7. DIY Project
8. Paint Night
9. Yoga Session
10. Star Gazing
11. Chocolate Tasting
12. Play Cards
13. Table-side Smores
14. Couples Massages
15. Would You Rather?
16. Ice Cream Sundae Date
17. Play Iron Chef
18. Work on a Puzzle
19. Write a Bucket List
20. Have a Picnic
21. Make a Blanket Fort
22. Create a Scavenger Hunt

This list could go on and on…I’m sure you can find plenty like this with just a quick Google search. Whatever you decide to do on your date night, just enjoy it! Take the time to date your spouse. Feel free to share any ideas that you have with us all in the comments below too. 

If you’re just not feeling creative, Night In Boxes offers monthly date nights shipped right to your home! My husband and I have done a couple of months of our own dates, and you can check out our experience here.