{"id":28515,"date":"2022-01-31T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-31T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/?p=28515"},"modified":"2022-12-20T02:14:45","modified_gmt":"2022-12-20T10:14:45","slug":"easy-first-date-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/dating-advice\/first-date-tips\/easy-first-date-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy First Date Ideas You Can Try Now"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Trying to come up with some fun, easy first date ideas can be tricky. Everyone has high hopes for a successful first date<\/a>, so it\u2019s not exactly surprising that there\u2019s a lot of pressure when it comes to deciding on what to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A good rule of thumb: Try to make sure the first date is as comfortable as possible for both parties. That way you\u2019re free to be yourselves and enjoy each other\u2019s company. When it comes to easy first date ideas, the simpler the better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, we\u2019ve put together a list of some of our favorite suggestions to get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Easy First Date Ideas To Get You Started <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dine out<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As far as first date suggestions<\/a> go, this is a classic. Everyone loves to eat, and conversing over dinner is a fun and relaxing way to get to know someone. Try a new cuisine together to spice things up, or take your date to your favorite spot to show them a little piece of your world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go on a virtual date<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unsurprisingly, virtual dates became increasingly popular during the pandemic. As we move out of it though, virtual dating is still on the rise<\/a> and is fast becoming one of the best first date ideas. There\u2019re plenty of fun things you can do online together, from watching a movie to cooking a new recipe.\u00a0Best yet, you can do all of this from the comfort of your sofa!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go for a walk in the park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Going for a walk in the park is a really easy first date idea. And \u2014 in the post-pandemic dating era<\/a> \u2014 it can be a safe way to have a date, especially for those who\u2019re a bit nervous about returning from social distancing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keeping six feet apart is a breeze as you chat with your date and admire the beautiful nature around you. Bonus: walking while talking will also diminish any first date jitters you might have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have a picnic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having a picnic outdoors is an easy-yet-romantic first date idea that can be less intimidating \u2014 and cheaper \u2014 than a first date at a restaurant. Make it fun by shopping for food at the local grocery store or sandwich shop and buying a nice bottle of wine. Just don\u2019t forget to bring a blanket!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Play some board games<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Board games can be great first date ice breakers. Whether you play a classic game at home or something a little more complicated at a board game caf\u00e9, a little friendly competition is a great way to keep things flirty and fun on a first date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a cooking class<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is an easy first date idea that can be done virtually or in-person, whatever your preference. Stick to a cuisine you both like or maybe get a little adventurous and try your hand at cooking something completely out there. Afterward, let the romance continue and take your delicious dinners to-go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sing it out at karaoke<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This option might not be for everyone, but if you\u2019re looking for an easy first date idea that screams adventure, then this is an option for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What could be considered a little scary might also be something really fun and exciting. Just try not to judge one another\u2019s taste in music right away. It is <\/em>karaoke after all. The music is supposed to be bad!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go for a jog together<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Little known fact: couples who workout together typically stick. So going for a jog on your first date might actually increase and deepen your connection. Besides that, it\u2019s a great way to get those endorphins up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit a bookstore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can tell a lot about someone based on the books they read. Visiting a bookstore together while picking out your favorite reads is a good way to bond as well as to discover something new about each other. Who knows, you might even find a new book that you can\u2019t wait to read together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make dinner together <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s something really romantic about cooking dinner together. You have all five senses working, not to mention you\u2019ll both be working as a team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooking together is also a good read on your compatibility. Do you both love the same foods and types of cuisine? Better yet, do you like each other\u2019s cooking? Better to find out sooner than later!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose What Works for You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to easy first date ideas, you want to choose simple activities that build on connection and take a look at your compatibility. Don\u2019t overthink it. Just have fun and try not to let those first date nerves<\/a> get the better of you. Chances are, with these ideas, date number two will be a real possibility!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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