Love on a Budget: Affordable Date Night Ideas
Valentine’s is approaching, and love is in the air! But taking your beau out for the extravagant date night you think they deserve isn’t always in the budget. If you’re looking for affordable date night ideas, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will help you plan a fun, frugal date night that will make this Valentine’s Day a memorable one.
Have a Game Night
Playing games can be an excellent way to spend time with your significant other. Be sure to tailor your game night to games that you both find enjoyable: whether it’s putting together a puzzle (check out solid color or gradient puzzles for a serious challenge), playing cards, working together on your shared favorite co-op video game, or even playing a family-friendly classic like Uno. Remember to keep it friendly and fun – unless your boo’s idea of a fun night is beating you in Mario Kart, that is.
No game night is complete without great snacks and drinks. You can try gaming classics like nachos from Burrachos and make a snack bar of their favorite treats. If you opt for a retro game theme, consider tracking down some tasty throwback foods you can reminisce over.
Get Outside Together
You may want fresh air on your date. Try these outdoorsy ideas:
Watch the Sunset and Stargaze
Consider scouting out a location for this date beforehand. According to NASA, finding a great stargazing location comes down mostly to light and clear skies: avoiding nights with a bright moon (within a week of a full moon), avoiding strong light pollution, and, of course, picking a night that isn’t very cloudy.
Once you find your spot, go pick up dinner to go. Burrachos is a great option for food that you can enjoy anywhere and is easy to customize to fit your and your significant other’s preferences. Bring a couple of chairs or a cozy blanket, and watch the sunset fade into the night. A free stargazing app can help you understand what planets, stars, and galaxies you’re looking at. Even if you live somewhere with a lot of light pollution or it’s cloudy, you’re still likely to see a handful of bright stars or planets. And if you’ve got a full or close-to-full moon, bring a pair of binoculars to get an up-close look.
Plan a Nature Scavenger Hunt and Picnic
If you’d rather spend time outside before the stars come out, consider having a scavenger hunt that ends in a picnic. You can either build your scavenger hunt list together or create it yourself to surprise your significant other. This is a great way to explore a local park, hiking trail, or more urban area. Don’t forget to pick up a delicious meal for your picnic – Burrachos tacos, anyone?
If you and your date are more interested in enjoying the outdoors without the big activities, consider skipping the scavenger hunt and plan a relaxing day in the park. You could find a free concert in the park, feed ducks (check to make sure it’s allowed), and sit down for an open-air meal together.
Watch Movies at Home
Movie night – been there, done that. Give movie night a little refresh with these ideas.
Roll the Dice
Pick a random movie and find something you may not have tried before. Got decision fatigue? Try a random movie generator based on genres, runtime, and streaming platforms.
Make a Must-Watch List for Each Other
They’re constantly bugging you about how you haven’t seen their favorite childhood animated movie, and you always tease them for missing what you think is the greatest film of 2006. It’s time to fix that. Each of you list your absolute favorites, then start watching them all. Unsure where to start? Consider assigning a number to each and roll dice to pick…or just let your sweetheart pick.
Pro tip: Watching their favorite childhood movie? Consider finding a gift related to that film. Shirts, collectibles, plushies, and fan art are likely available online.
Revisit the Classics
Many pop culture publications pick the top films of all time. Track down a list, and find one you have not seen. Discuss after the movie – what did you like? What did you dislike? Do you both think it deserves the praise it received?
Remember to pick up dinner and plenty of movie-night snacks beforehand! Order Burrachos online for tasty burritos, tacos, and bowls — but don’t be surprised if the food distracts from the film.
Make Something Artsy Together
This one’s for the artsy folks or those willing to get creative. Consider making something together. This could involve taking a class together, like pottery or jewelry-making. Or, you could find a free online class, like a drawing class, and try that out.
If you’d rather just have some fun, consider a sillier creative activity, like drawing portraits of each other. Not only will you get to flex your creative skills (or showcase your hilarious lack thereof), but you’ll each get a keepsake.
Don’t Break Their Heart or the Bank – Head to Burrachos!
Celebrate love without breaking the bank this Valentine's Day with our creative and affordable date night ideas. Enjoy a romantic evening with Burrachos, where you can indulge in delicious tacos and burritos right from the comfort of your home or under the stars. Perfect for any setting, our meals add a special touch to your night, whether you're watching movies or stargazing. Order now from Burrachos and make your Valentine's Day both memorable and economical!