{"id":18322,"date":"2019-03-04T01:00:42","date_gmt":"2019-03-04T09:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datemixstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=18322"},"modified":"2021-05-31T09:34:46","modified_gmt":"2021-05-31T16:34:46","slug":"date-night-ideas-for-married-couples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/date-ideas\/date-night-ideas-for-married-couples\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Date Night Ideas for Married Couples (That Aren’t Dinner)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The longer you\u2019ve been in a relationship for, the harder it can be to create a sense of fun and adventure when it comes to date nights. As a married couple, having date nights<\/span> are a great way to keep the romance alive, and ensure you have quality time together. But if all you’re doing is going to dinner at the same restaurants over and over it can become snooze fest really quickly. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what else can you do?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some date night ideas for married couples that might be just the thing you\u2019re looking for.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movie Night
\n<\/b>You could head to the cinema, or even one of those fancy cinemas that serve you dinner while you watch a movie; or you could plan your own movie night at home. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pick a movie or two, stock up on snacks like popcorn, nachos, sweets, and ice cream; grab a cozy blanket to snuggle under, and voila\u2014you\u2019ve brought the movies to you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Romantic Picnic
\n<\/b>Pick a peaceful local spot\u2014maybe a botanical garden or a pretty park \u2014 and prepare a gourmet picnic to take with you in a basket. Get your favorite things to eat (keep it simple), bring a bottle of wine, and a blanket to rest on. You could even bring a couple of candles with you to set the mood. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is one of the most inexpensive date nights you can have, and you get to enjoy being in nature and drinking in the lovely scenery\u2014something which most restaurants can\u2019t compete with. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a Cooking Class
\n<\/b>If both of you enjoy cooking, this could be a really fun thing to do. There are so many places where you can attend a cooking class led by an amazing chef, meet some new people, and then eat all the delicious things you just learned how to cook.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, you can bring your new-found skills and recipes back home, and continue making new and exciting dishes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit an Art Gallery or Museum
\n<\/b>Take a look at the exhibitions on right now, and see if anything takes your fancy. Art galleries and museums are a wonderful way to have a cultural experience, learn something new, or even just broaden your horizons. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

They also tend to be free of children, especially in the evenings, and therefore quiet and peaceful\u2014perfect for date night!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attend a Live Gig
\n<\/b>Hopefully the two of you have at least one band, artist, or genre of music that you\u2019re both into. Have a look and see if there\u2019s a gig or concert on that you might both enjoy going to. Gigs are a great way to enjoy each other\u2019s company, and feel inspired. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might even want to go one step further and find a music festival you could both attend together. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go to the Theater
\n<\/b>There’s a huge variety of shows at the theater, and there\u2019s bound to be something you\u2019ll both enjoy watching. Even if this feels a little out of your comfort zone, give it a go, because it’s all about having new experiences together as a couple.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go for a drink or dinner before or after the show, and enjoy being transported to a different world for a night.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cook a Three Course Meal at Home
\n<\/b>This is still dinner, but it\u2019s so much more than just dinner! I\u2019m talking about pulling out all the stops\u2014planning a starter, main, and dessert; getting dressed up; setting the table nicely; and creating a really romantic ambiance in your own home. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This can make such a difference instead of just cooking dinner, or going out for a meal, because there\u2019s a lot more thought and effort going into it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Schedule an In-home Couples Massage
\n<\/b>Spa sessions are amazing, but how about you bring the spa to your front door? <\/span>There are lots of freelancers and even companies that will send a masseuse straight to your door. They\u2019ll bring all the equipment that they need, and tidy up everything after they go. You could pretend you\u2019re in a fancy hotel for the night, and enjoy dinner in your bathrobe after!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go for a Walk on the Beach and Watch the Sunset
\n<\/b>This works best on a clear sky day, when you know you\u2019re going to actually be able to see the sunset. You could tie this in with having a picnic too, or simply enjoy walking together by the ocean, and soaking up the beauty surrounding you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take this time to really connect to each other, and enjoy each other\u2019s company.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recreate Your First Date
\n<\/b>This idea is super romantic and nostalgic\u2014and who doesn\u2019t love a bit of nostalgia, right? <\/span>Cast your mind back to your very first date ever. Where did you go? What did you do? <\/span>You might even decide to combine a few of your first dates together to make it more exciting.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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