Dinner and a movie is a great date… if you’ve been together for a long time and don’t want to put any effort into thinking of something fun and exciting to do. Dinner and a movie is easy, typical, and very predictable –three impressions you DON’T want to make on your first date.
When you’re thinking about things to do on a first date, you should get creative and put a lot of effort into it. You have to show the person you’re interested in that they’re worth your time, and that you’re willing to step out of the box in order to show them a good time.
You never want to make it boring, because that would be one of the worst things to do on a first date. That’s a huge mistake right away. You should always cater to their likes and be sure that you do something fun that also gives you a chance to interact with them.
If you’re running low on first date ideas, or you’re just not very creative when it comes to first dates, these ideas can help you out. Here are the best things to do on a first date that will almost guarantee a second date.
# Go-carting
Who doesn’t love sitting in a tiny vehicle and driving super fast down a track? I know I do, and I bet your date would love it, too.
It’s also been proven that if you do something involving adrenaline and competition on the first date, they will subconsciously associate those exciting things with you, making it the best date ever.
# Jump on trampolinesThis is one of the most fun things to do on a first date. And trampolines aren’t just for little kids, you know. There are plenty of us adults who love it and think it’s super fun!
Just make sure they know that you’re planning some physical exercise as part of the date so they can dress appropriately. But getting them out and having fun like this on a first date will have them smiling the whole time.
# Ice skating
This is a classic date that’s also really fun and makes a perfect atmosphere to get to know someone. You can lean on them to help you skate, or you can show off if you’re good at skating. Either way, they’ll have a great time.
# A picnic with a viewDon’t just take your date on any ordinary picnic in the park. Instead, take them on a date somewhere they’ll never forget.
Go to a rooftop, hike up to the mountains with a view, or just go to the beach so they can take in the ocean. This is fun, intimate, and they’ll love it.
# Go to an amusement parkRemember what I said about adrenaline and first dates? Well, this is the perfect place to go! Just make sure your date isn’t afraid of rollercoasters before taking them there. But if they like them, they’ll have a great time.
# Go to a museum that they’ve never been toIf your date is into history, art, or learning in general, go to a museum that they’ve never been to. By showing them something new and catering to their interests, you’ll earn major bonus points.
# Go on a little road trip to a small, amazing restaurantThis more exciting than just having dinner. This is taking a little road trip, stopping at fun places along the way, and getting to know your date better.
# Stay in and cook togetherThere’s something really romantic about cooking dinner together. Buy all the groceries and make a meal from scratch together. And then make dessert! It gives you two plenty of time to talk, be close, and have fun.
# Take a dance classIt doesn’t matter how terrible both of you are at dancing, go take a class! You can bond over your mutual suckage or you can learn something really fun together and that will strengthen your bond.
# Go berry picking and make a pieBerry picking is a great first date because it gives both of you the opportunity to get to know each other AND you can go home and bake a pie together for more first date fun.