There are so many tried and true date night spots in Raleigh — but coming up with something that’ll really knock your partner’s socks off can be trying. To help, we compiled a list of 15 date ideas between $0-$50 that’ll make your date want to say, “if you’re a bird, I’m a bird.”
Note: prices include the total cost for two.
💸 Freebies
- Find the core strength in your relationship and join an early morning yoga session at Dix Park.
- Explore a variety of art exhibits + museums in the City of Oaks.
- Grab a blanket and some snacks + head to one of these spots for movies in the park.
- Lace up your shoes, pack a lunch, and take a hike with water views.
- Tune in to your relationship with a record store tour.
- Save the date — give your partner the moon (or at least a good view) by heading to The Willard for stargazing on the rooftop on Wed., Aug. 3.
🚣 $25 and under
- Remake the boat scene in “The Notebook” by renting pedal boats at Pullen Park. | $14
- Take your partner to watch a movie at the Marbles IMAX theater. | $20
- Giggle along with a Neptunes Comedy show at Hartwell (the next show is Sun., July 31); if your date doesn’t laugh — it’s a red flag. | $20
- Jazz up your relationship with a night of dancing + blues music at C.Grace. | $10 on Friday + Saturday
🍸 $25+
- Challenge your partner to a game of putt putt; we promise, a night at ParTee Shack will be a hole in one. | $25+
- Don’t be the one to kill your “love fern"; take a terrarium class with The Zen Succulent. | Price of purchase
- Snack on sweet treats paired with craft cocktails with your honey at Bittersweet — try the espresso martini. | Price of purchase
- Walk hand and hand through downtown during a guided walking tour. | $30
- Have your own “Lady and the Tramp” spaghetti night at Vic’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in City Market. | Price of purchase
