Going out on a date with your partner doesn't have to cost a lot of money; in fact you can go out together and have a great time at no cost at all!
We've gathered together 10 ideas for no-cost dates for you and your partner to enjoy together.
1. Free Outdoor Concerts
Love music but can't afford the outrageous concert ticket prices? Check your local paper for any free concerts in your area.
Many parks have free outdoor concerts in the summer. Bring along a picnic lunch! Or, check your local pubs and taverns for local bands that might be playing in the area - all you have to buy is a beer or two.
2. The Couple That Plays Together...
We've all got a few board games that we love to play, like Scrabble, Trouble or the old standard, Monopoly. As long as no one is a sore loser, staying home to play board games is great fun! Or for a modern twist, you can both join into one of the popular MMORPGs (massive, multiplayer online role playing games) like World of Warcraft or PopMundo and spend hours online together living a double life.
3. Go See The Stars
The bright lights of the city can make you forget that there are stars up in the sky, so why not hop in the car and head out away from the lights and spend an evening stargazing? Take a blanket and a bottle of wine - and don't forget the insect repellent.
4. Spend A Day At The Beach
Whether at the ocean or lakeside, you've probably got a nearby beach that you can visit at no cost. Whether you take a walk down the shore or just sit and watch the waves, there's something romantic about sitting by the water's edge.
5. Work Up A Sweat Together
Head to your local park and get some exercise! You might like playing Frisbee, or passing a hacky sack around, but surely there is something the two you enjoy doing together. If you've got nearby nature trails, go for a hike or ride your bikes together.
6. Go For A Scenic Drive
Getting out of the city and tooling down the open road is a great fun afternoon. Just make sure you bring a few good mix tapes of your favorite music, and snacks to tide you over.
7. Go Fly A Kite
I bet you've got a kite that's been in your garage for years. If not, a new one is really inexpensive. The next windy day, head out to the park together and go fly a kite!
8. Have A Picnic
Sandwiches at the kitchen table are boring, but sandwiches on a blanket in the park are fun! Watch the people pass by and talk about the week that's passed or your plans for the week to come. Then take a nap in the sun.
9. Whipping Up A Sweet Treat Together
Baking isn't too hard, and there are a lot of things you can make with ingredients you've already got in your kitchen. Go online and find a recipe for peanut butter or oatmeal cookies and spend the afternoon whipping up a few batches together.
Later, you can watch a favorite movie together while munching on your home-made treats.
10. Send Him On a Scavenger Hunt
This one takes a little forethought and planning, but the rewards are so worth it! Create your own scavenger hunt for your date, with some sort of really special surprise at the end (a picnic lunch or a love letter you've written are both good ideas).
He'll have fun following your clues, and you'll have fun watching him work his way through to the end!
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