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Ahhh… Valentine’s Day. It’s the sweetest day of the year. But, when you’re a teenager, planning the perfect Valentine’s date can be challenging.
Depending on how long you’ve been dating or how serious the relationship is, there’s a lot of “deciding” (okay, sometimes agonizing) that goes into planning a Valentine’s Day date. Sometimes, you want it super sweet and romantic, other times you want to steer clear of anything too gushy. And, let’s not forget, teenagers typically don’t have a lot of cash to spend so it can’t be over-the-top expensive.
That’s why we’ve rounded up 20 sweet Valentine’s date ideas for teenagers – so you don’t have to! From a romantic horseback ride on a quiet trail to planning a sweet picnic for two, there are plenty of ideas here to inspire you. And, the best part is, a lot of these are inexpensive (or downright cheap), so they won’t hit your wallet hard.
20 Sweet Valentine’s Date Ideas for Teenagers
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#1 Stargazing with Your Sweetie
If you’re looking for a romantic, yet inexpensive way to show your Valentine how much you care, grab the coziest blanket you can find, some hot chocolate or tea, a few simple appetizers and head out for an evening under the stars. Before you go, download one of the cool stargazing Astrology apps so you can identify stars, constellations and even satellites. Also, keep your eyes open for shooting stars so you both can make a wish!
#2 Take a Picturesque Hike
If you happen to be venturing out on your first date, nothing gets rid of first-date jitters more than being outside in nature. Grab your hiking boots, pack a few water bottles, sandwiches and snacks and head out on a hike to take in the scenery. Be sure to take plenty of fun and silly pictures along the way so you can frame them later!
#3 Go to a Drive-In Movie
Grab all your favorite traditional “movie night” snacks like popcorn, M&Ms, Twizzlers, Milk Duds or Sno-Caps and venture out to a local drive-in movie for a fun, romantic night for you and your sweetie. It’s a fun date idea for newer couples who are just getting to know each other.
#4 Have a Themed Movie Marathon Night
Since a basic movie night might not be all that original, put a Valentine’s Day spin on it by having a themed movie night. Both you and your date get to pick a movie of your choice – think chick flick, favorite romantic comedy, all-time best teen flick, or superhero movie. Then, be sure to have plenty of fun movie night snacks on hand for munching with your crush.
#5 At-Home Spa Night
Here’s a fun date night idea that’s cheap and super fun. Most of the ingredients you’ll need to make natural DIY spa treatments (like an all-natural chocolate face mask) are in your pantry, including simple things like honey, oatmeal, yogurt and cocoa. So, put your comfiest clothes on, put on some relaxing music and get ready to pamper your date during a soothing at-home spa night right at home.
#6 Cook Dinner Together
Why go out to dinner (and spend a fortune) when you can wear your comfy sweats, crank up some music and make dinner at home together? Buy each other cute Valentine’s aprons (just for fun) and put your cooking skills to the test. Make it fun by choosing a theme – homemade pizza night, Italian night or go with everything BBQ.
#7 Have a Bonfire Complete with S’mores
If you’re fortunate to have a big backyard, why not dig yourself a small firepit and get a rolling bonfire going with your sweetie? Stock up on all the fixings for s’mores, of course, and the two of you can share ghost stories while you listen to the crackling fire and hold hands.
#8 Have Dinner on a Rooftop
If you’re looking for a romantic way to treat your Valentine to a special evening, a rooftop restaurant – complete with a city or picturesque view – is about as romantic as it gets. Even with the quarantine, a lot of restaurants (in some areas) are keeping their rooftop restaurants open for a limited number of guests. You might need to do some research and make reservations well in advance, but this is one way to win a few Valentine’s Day brownie points with the one you love.
#9 Make a Snowman
Put on your coat, hat, gloves and winter boots and head outdoors for a fun-filled afternoon in the snow that’s guaranteed to get you both giggling. Whether you go sledding, make a snowman or have a snowball fight, getting outside in the chilly air will help you both feel like (young) kids again! Afterward, head home for some hot cocoa with marshmallows.
#10 Escape Room
If you and your boyfriend or girlfriend have never been to an escape room before, you’re in for a treat. It’s a great way to see just how well the two of you work together by solving clues side-by-side to escape the room. Typically, there are a few “themed” escape rooms to choose from so be sure to do a bit of research in advance to see which room suits your fancy.
#11 Have a Game Night
When was the last time you and your boyfriend or girlfriend broke out a few fun board games like Monopoly, Scrabble or Exploding Kittens? Or, maybe Twister, Charades or Trivia is more your thing. Either way, having a date-night game night is a great way to have fun without breaking the bank. To make the evening even more fun, you and your date can whip up two or three appetizers together to enjoy while you play games.
#12 Bowling
If the weather isn’t cooperating for outdoor activities or you’d just rather stay warm and cozy indoors, hit the bowling alley with your date and test your skills. It’s a great date idea if you’re focused on social distancing, too. Add in a slice or two of greasy pizza, a couple of hotdogs and your favorite soda for an old-fashioned date night that’s a little sweet and silly.
#13 Have an Indoor Picnic
A comfy throw on the floor, a few candles to set the mood and an array of all your favorite picnic food will create the perfect indoor picnic “vibe.” if you really want to make your picnic special, make a full-blown fort, add a few twinkle lights to make it magical and turn on some soft (romantic) music for a night of cozy snacking and snuggling with your sweetheart.
#14 Try a New Outdoor Activity
After spending far too much time indoor these last few months, maybe you and your crush are itching to get outdoors and try out a new winter activity. Everything from ice fishing and snowmobiling to cross-country skiing and ice skating are all easy-going, low-stress date ideas for Valentine’s Day or any other day of the year.
#15 Go on a Ghost Tour
If you and your date are into spooky stuff, check online to see if your town offers walking ghost tours. Think of it this way, if the scary, creepy tales freak you out, you’ll have a legitimate reason to cling to your date all night long. Ghost tours are also fun as a group, so consider this a fun idea for a double Valentine’s date.
#16 Go Horseback Riding
If a movie night or dinner together seems just too mundane for your taste, try horsing around with your sweetie this Valentine’s Day – literally. Maybe it’s the simplicity of being outdoors in nature or the excitement of galloping on an amazing horse, but taking your “love” horseback riding on a beach or quiet trail is a romantic gesture your cutie will never forget.
#17 Take a Romantic Carriage Ride
Most cities and quite a few smaller, quaint towns offer carriage rides. What better way is there to snuggle up together with a cup of hot chocolate and a warm blanket while you cozy up beside your crush? After your carriage ride, stroll through the town arm in arm and stop along the way at a little cafe for a fancy dessert you can share.
#18 Create a Scavenger Hunt
Bring back some fun childhood memories by creating a suspenseful scavenger hunt for you and your date either in your home or in your yard. Sure, it might seem a little silly, but not so much if you get super creative with brain-twisting riddles to get your date thinking. Have a special Valentine’s Day gift waiting for your date at the end of the scavenger hunt.
#19 Bake Valentine’s Cookies with Your Crush
Get the mixing bowl and sugar sprinkles out and enjoy an evening of baking – Valentine’s Day style. Nothing could be sweeter than enjoying yummy heart-shaped cookies with your crush. It’s an inexpensive, fun and stress-free way to spend the sweetest holiday of the year with your favorite Valentine.
#20 Virtual Airbnb Experience
Chances are you never guessed that Airbnb offers virtual experiences – aka super cool date night ideas. (Don’t worry, we were just as surprised). Well, they do and there’s plenty of creative and wonderful options to choose from, including everything from astrology readings and dance classes to sunset hikes with a Geologist and a night of magic and mind-reading. Cool, right? To make it even more fun, invite a few other couples to ZOOM into these virtual dates. Check out the Airbnb website for information and ideas!