I, for one, actually like staying in to watch a movie with my sweetie over a freshly delivered pizza or Chinese food. But there are some nights where one of us wants to leave the house to do something other than shop for groceries or taking in a dinner and a movie. If you’re looking for something new to do this weekend with your partner, try out one of these fun date ideas!
- Go for a hike out in Arizona’s beautiful landscape.
Alan English CPA/Flickr If you want to get your heart rate up, try the West Fork Oak Creek Trail in Sedona where you can couple pretty views with a chance to chat with your sweetie.
- Enjoy a stroll around a large garden, such as the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix.
Andrew Petro/Flickr For more inspiration, check out one of our previous article’s on gardens around the state!
- For a quiet, romantic moment, watch an Arizona sunrise or sunset together.
Gail/Flickr This can go along with the previous activity. Make it a little more special by enjoying it from a viewpoint and sharing a cup of coffee or glass of wine. (Whichever you choose depends on the time of day.)
- For something fun and challenging, try rock climbing.
Tom and Lauren/Flickr You can opt to do this at a rock climbing gym, (such as Rocks & Ropes at 330 South Toole Avenue in Tucson,) or climb up some actual rocks.
- If you really can’t escape seeing a movie, try making it a little more retro by going to the drive-in.
West Wind Glendale Drive-In Movie Theater and Swap Meet/Facebook The last surviving drive-in here in Arizona is the West Wind Glendale 9, at 5650 North 55th Avenue in Glendale.
- Go horseback riding to get a glimpse of how people used to travel in Arizona in the old days.
Mark Cameron/Flickr
- Build a campfire and enjoy a fire-cooked meal and s’mores under the stars.
Beyond Neon/Flickr Just remember to practice responsible fire safety: Keep the fire contained in a designated fire pit and make sure it is completely extinguished before leaving.
- Go out dancing! You can find themed dances not only at local bars, but a number of places also offer a one-hour lesson before the dance.
The Duce/Facebook Go swing dancing at the Duce in downtown Phoenix (525 South Central Avenue) or country dancing at Matt’s Saloon in Prescott (112 South Montezume Street).
- Ride a hot air balloon to get a different perspective of Arizona.
Thales/Facebook Add a morning brunch and you’re all set for an unforgettable date!
- Volunteer together at a local nonprofit organization.
Patrick Giblin/Flickr Not only will you spend some time bonding with your sweetie, but you can also help out your community at the same time.
- Visit a local lake and rent a paddle or pedal boat to ride together.
Tyler Bolken/Flickr We suggest checking out Lake Havasu, Tempe Town Lake, or any other large lake that offers boat rentals.
- Get domestic by taking a cooking class, or let out your inner artist by taking an art class together.
Parker Knight/Flickr
I’ve actually done a lot of these over the years, and the best part is that most of the activities are either low-cost or free! Which activity would you like to do with your sweetie? Let us know in the comments section below.
Alan English CPA/Flickr
If you want to get your heart rate up, try the West Fork Oak Creek Trail in Sedona where you can couple pretty views with a chance to chat with your sweetie.
Andrew Petro/Flickr
For more inspiration, check out one of our previous article’s on gardens around the state!
Gail/Flickr
This can go along with the previous activity. Make it a little more special by enjoying it from a viewpoint and sharing a cup of coffee or glass of wine. (Whichever you choose depends on the time of day.)
Tom and Lauren/Flickr
You can opt to do this at a rock climbing gym, (such as Rocks & Ropes at 330 South Toole Avenue in Tucson,) or climb up some actual rocks.
West Wind Glendale Drive-In Movie Theater and Swap Meet/Facebook
The last surviving drive-in here in Arizona is the West Wind Glendale 9, at 5650 North 55th Avenue in Glendale.
Mark Cameron/Flickr
Beyond Neon/Flickr
Just remember to practice responsible fire safety: Keep the fire contained in a designated fire pit and make sure it is completely extinguished before leaving.
The Duce/Facebook
Go swing dancing at the Duce in downtown Phoenix (525 South Central Avenue) or country dancing at Matt’s Saloon in Prescott (112 South Montezume Street).
Thales/Facebook
Add a morning brunch and you’re all set for an unforgettable date!
Patrick Giblin/Flickr
Not only will you spend some time bonding with your sweetie, but you can also help out your community at the same time.
Tyler Bolken/Flickr
We suggest checking out Lake Havasu, Tempe Town Lake, or any other large lake that offers boat rentals.
Parker Knight/Flickr
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