Dating should be fun and it shouldn’t make you feel forced into making unhealthy choices. The following ideas will get you out of your comfort zone, into some fun, and at the very least have you and your possible new boo bonding over the experience.
Have an ice cream social
Meet up at a self-serve ice cream or frozen yogurt shop. Aside from the awesome treat, it’s also pretty incredible how much you can learn about someone based on his or her topping choices.
Go to a food festival or street fair
You can walk around, try new bites and sips, and reveal your secret love or hate for crowded places. At the very least, it’s a super convenient place to accidentally run into a friend if things go awry.
Head to a theme park
Theme parks aren’t limited to teenage birthday parties. The rides are actually pretty fun, and big roller coaster drops provide the perfect opportunity to initiate a little hand-holding.
Go to an outdoor movie or concert
From outdoor movies to concerts to theater performances, the options are endless. Tune in to local newsletters or magazines that aggregate events, and check daily deal sites for the best options—you never know what you’ll find.
Take a coffee walk
Sitting at a coffee shop can be a little drab, but picking up a coffee and walking around the neighborhood can make it that much better.
Sneak into a pool
Pick an easy place to break into, act like you’re a regular, and go for a dip! It’s a great way to build up adrenaline, have some laughs, and soak up the sun while at it.
Watch the sunset
A beautiful setting makes everything more enjoyable, and it’s a perfect time and place to bring along your favorite snacks and drink of choice. Whether opting out of booze or ending the day with a much-deserved glass of vino, the rainbow sky is a great setting for getting to know someone.