The coronavirus pandemic has led to stress on both a personal and global level. These hardships can put a damper on your love life. Date night has probably taken a back seat during the ongoing global pandemic—but it doesn’t have to! To stay safe from COVID-19 while also enjoying intimate moments with your partner, consider these inexpensive, socially-distant date night ideas.
#1: Dinner and a Backyard Movie
With restaurants and theaters closing up shop, it’s harder to enjoy the traditional dinner and a movie. Fortunately, you can set up your own romantic date at home. Together, cook up your favorite meal and take it out back for dinner and a backyard movie on a projection screen. If it’s a particularly cold night, you can set up a backyard fire pit and bring blankets and pillows. Want to make it feel more like the real thing? Invest in a popcorn machine and pick up some of your favorite movie-theater candies.
#2: Picnic in The Park
During the pandemic, local parks and nature preserves have remained open. These places are excellent for socially-distant dates. Picnics are romantic and relaxing and allow you to spend quality time with your partner. You can really “unplug” from the hustle and bustle of life and be present in the moment. Fill up a picnic basket with your favorite foods and a blanket, and enjoy an intimate dinner or lunch date.
#3: Candlelight Dinner at Home
For a quick and relaxing date night idea, order takeout from your favorite local restaurant, grab a bottle of your favorite CBD softgels, and set your dining room table. Add candles and soft music to create a romantic ambiance. Take your CBD supplement after dinner for extra relaxation. This is a wonderful way to spend time with your significant other while also supporting small businesses during the pandemic.
#4: Host a Game Night
Playing board games is a way to spend time with your partner while having fun. Set up your favorite board game along with your favorite snacks and maybe even a bottle of wine. This is also a great way for married couples with kids to spend time together as a family. You can really disconnect from electronics and make memories together.
#5: Go Stargazing
Pack up your car with blankets, snacks, and beverages, and check out the Dark Sky Map for the best stargazing locations near you. Drive to the designated spot and snuggle with your loved one under the stars. Don’t forget to bring your favorite snacks and maybe a portable speaker to play some romantic tunes.
#6: Get Lost
One way to spend time with your loved one while sharing a sense of adventure is to drive until you get lost. You can even make a game of it, where you each choose which direction to go next. Who knows? Maybe you’ll discover a tranquil secluded spot to spend your next date.
#7: Go Camping
Many campgrounds are currently closed due to the pandemic, but that doesn’t mean camping is totally off-limits. You can set up camp in your own backyard and have some one-on-one time with your partner. Set up a tent, grab some chairs, and get a fire going. Roast marshmallows and hot dogs and talk to one another. Once bedtime rolls around, cozy up together inside of the tent, but don’t forget separate toothbrushes! During the COVID-19 pandemic, driving is still permitted, although curfews are in place in some cities. Be mindful of your state’s local laws before going out for a drive.
#8: Breakfast in Bed
When you think of breakfast in bed, you might not think of a date. However, breakfast in bed can easily be turned into a romantic moment. Wake up early and cook breakfast together and then head back to bed to eat. Watch your favorite show or totally unplug and be present with one another. This is a great date for days when you are short on time.
#9: Set Up a Wine Tasting Event at Home
Right now, there are virtual sommelier classes online that you can take with your significant other. If sitting during a virtual class doesn’t appeal to you, consider creating a wine testing at home. Go to your local wine and spirits market and pick out three different wine flavors. Sample them together at home.
The COVID-19 crisis has been hard on everyone. It’s caused us to miss out on quality time with one another. If you’re missing the date nights with your significant other, consider these free and low-cost date night ideas to get that spark ignited again.
