Amazing Alternative Ideas for First Dates
First dates can be nerve-wracking. Many people dread the thought of sitting at a plush restaurant, trying to make conversation when there’s nothing much around to react to. So why not opt for a more relaxed or alternative first date setting? Here are some fun first date suggestions that will keep things moving smoothly, making it easier break the ice and prevent any awkward silences!
Get outdoors
A lot of people think about indoor venues for first dates, but why not head out? Whether you live by the beach or you’re a stone’s throw from the forest, it’s the perfect time of year for outdoor dates. Take a picnic down to the lake and hire a boat out. Get the adrenaline pumping with a zip wire ride or a treetop walk. Go for a bike ride or lay back and soak up the rays by the sea. In the summer months, look out for one-off events, such as outdoor movie screenings and pop-up theatre shows.
Dance the night away!
If you’re up for a laugh and you fancy getting up close and personal, a dance lesson offers a fun and flirty first date. Get those hips moving with a salsa class or embrace the sophistication of times gone by with a romantic waltz. Whatever your preferred style of dance, there are bound to be dancing classes for you both. Treat yourself to a well-earned cocktail and a freestyle whirl around the dance floor afterward. If you love the class, you could make it a regular thing – it makes for amazing exercise!
Get the blood pumping!
Okay, yes, dancing will certainly get the blood pumping. But I’m talking about something with a little more thrill… in fact, perhaps something with an element of fright to it! Theme parks make for a great day out and are an excellent option for both laid-back first dates or thrilling ones. Scary rides can definitely be a fun way to break the ice; if that’s too much for you, then you can try to win a giant cuddly toy for your date. (Classic, I know.) The best theme parks have all kinds of different entertainment on offer, so do your research before you go. If theme parks aren’t for you but you’re looking for an edgy thrill, then a horror movie may be your best bet. See if there are cinemas nearby that are showing old classics like Scream or Nightmare on Elm Street!
Some competition
Nothing gets people talking like a competition. Visit your local karting track and take each other on in a race to the chequered flag. Jumpsuits may not be the most flattering first date outfit. But your date will be entertaining and you’ll have plenty of time to impress in another outfit afterward!
First dates can be awkward, but they can also be awesome. Try to focus on the awesome part! Choose a date which is fun and gives you both plenty to talk about. Take each other on, learn a new skill, or get your pulses racing. Most importantly, stay calm and enjoy the experience!
