1.Order a Pizza
It seems extremely typical and even borderline boring, but ordering a pizza is still one of the best ways to have a fantastic date without breaking the piggybank. When going out for pizza, there tends to be more expenses involved such as parking, transportation, and drinks. Ordering a pizza, whether it’s for carryout or delivery, will keep the process simple and not inspire extra costs!
2.Read Together
Now, we know that this suggestion may sound crazy. Who reads together, right? Well, it may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s a unique, yet romantic idea that can bring you and your partner together. It costs very little to buy a book, and literally $0 if you check it out from your local library. Reading is also very stimulating for the brain. Instead of engaging in mind-numbing activity, why not work together as a couple to help boost that brain power?
3.Visit a Museum
Sure, some museums can be ridiculously expensive. There are, however, many affordable, and even free, musuems that can make for an excellent date. Not only is walking through a museum a great way to get some exercise while on a date, but it can certainly be another way to gain knowledge and simply learn!
4.Visit a Waterfall
Looking for a bit of an adventure? Looking to do something a bit different? Try researching local waterfalls near you. It’s a bit of an odd endeavor, but researching and visiting waterfalls can be one of the funnest and most romantic ways to spend a date without spending much money. It may surprise you how many gorgeous waterfalls you can visit within a 2-hour radius of your home.
5.Yoga
Maybe you’ve been dying to take yoga classes, but just haven’t had much time or money to make the trip to the nearest yoga studio. Well, with the power of the internet, yoga doesn’t have to cost you a penny or even any gas money! Simply go on YouTube or any other video-streaming platform and take yoga classes for free. You don’t even need a yoga mat. Simply lay down on some blankets or even the carpet of your living room, find an interesting yoga video online, and have a cheap, stress-relieving date.
6.Do a Puzzle
It’s not exactly everyone’s cup of tea, especially if you don’t enjoy sitting still for long periods of time, or have trouble focusing. If you do, however, have the patience of sitting still for a few hours and enjoy the mental stimulation that comes with problem-solving, working on a puzzle with your significant other may be a fun way of passing the time. It could also be a great way of seeing how well you and your date can work together to overcome challenges!
7.Watch Netflix, Hulu, Other Streaming Services
This one is almost too obvious, but we’d be a bit remiss if we didn’t list it. At the moment, you may not have the funds to go out for a fancy steak dinner, but almost everyone has a subscription to Netflix, Hulu or some other streaming service. Sometimes cuddling on the couch, or in bed, and binge-watching your favorite shows is all you need to enjoy a romantic Saturday night. Don’t have Netflix or Hulu? Don’t worry. With the power of the internet, there are so many alternatives , both paid and free to choose from. With a simple Google search, you’re bound to find something worth watching.
8.Videogames
There are plenty of cheap or free videogames on the market. There’s no need to purchase the latest version of Xbox or slickest edition of the Playstation 5. There are so many videogames that you can download on your mobile device, laptop, or desktop for free. The wonderful advantage of videogames is that they can provide entertain for hours and hours on end. Some games, such as role-playing games, and can even keep you entertained for days!
9.Sit at a Park
In a world that seems to revolve around the internet, social media, and mobile devices, it can be very easy for us to forget the simple beauties of life. No matter what town you live in, there’s bound to be a local park that you can enjoy, free of charge! Parks are an excellent place to get some fresh air, walk the dogs, and of course, have romantic conversations.
10.Buy a Lottery Tickets
Okay. This may be the the oddest and most unique suggestion on this list. Who on Earth would even think about buying a lottery ticket while on a date? As crazy as it may sound, buying a lottery ticket can be a cheap, yet exhilarating thing to do on a date. It’s not about buying a lottery ticket with the expectation that it’s going to be a winning ticket, but rather, experiencing the thrill of potentially winning something big together.
It can empower you and your date to spark a conversation about all the wild things that you can potentially do if you won the lottery. Feel free to even draft up a bucket list all the activities you’d do, places you’d travel to, or items you’d purchase if money and time weren’t an issue. Get creative and think outside of the box!
