Valentine’s Day is almost here and some of you might be scrambling to come up with date ideas. While an expensive romantic dinner and a night out on the town is the most traditional way to celebrate, this year may be different for you. Many are struggling financially during the pandemic and also have limited date options while some businesses are still closed. But I’ve got you covered! Here are some frugal ideas for romantic Valentine’s Day dates you can have at home, or outdoors while social distancing!
Romantic Valentine’s Day Activities at Home
Make a Meal Together
Find a fun or fancy recipe you’ve never tried before. Turn on some tunes and have a drink while you work together to make a delicious meal you can enjoy by candlelight.
Take a Trip Back in Time
Get out the old photo albums, home videos, letters, and mementos from when you were first dating and enjoy reminiscing about how you fell in love.
Movie Night
Pop some popcorn, grab a blanket, and snuggle on the couch or in bed while watching your favorite romantic movie, or action film if that’s more your thing.
Baking Contest
Craving some Valentine’s Day dessert but don’t want to splurge? Have a fun baking contest with your sweetie! You can each pick a dessert to bake and take turns judging each other’s masterpieces. But really there are no losers because you get not one but two desserts out of this activity!
Indoor Picnic
Make some finger food, set a blanket down in the middle of your living room, and have a romantic picnic together. Make sure to light some candles and turn on some slow music to help set the mood.
Romantic Valentine’s Day Activities Outdoors
Romantic Hike
Find a beautiful park or trail and spend some time in nature with your sweetie. Between getting some exercise and some great photo ops, this is a fun way to have a romantic daytime date.
Valentine’s Day Evening Under the Stars
Drive somewhere outside the city where you can see the beautiful night sky. Snuggle up under a blanket and enjoy a romantic night of stargazing.
Drive-in Movie
If you have a drive-in near you, a drive-in movie makes for a cheap but romantic date. You can watch the movie from your car. Or, weather permitting, you can bring blankets or camping chairs and watch outside. Make sure you bring your own snacks!
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be expensive. As long as you’re spending quality time together it doesn’t matter how much or little money you spend. I hope you enjoy these date ideas and have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!