Looking for some fresh date night ideas you can do at home? This post is a list of all the best stay at home date night ideas you’re gonna love.
Sometimes you just want to stay in, but that doesn’t mean you have to be bored on your phones all night.
There are so many ways you can spice up a good night in with your other half, and this post is the perfect place to start.
Here are 11 creative stay at home date night ideas you’ll be glad you did.
1. Indoor s’mores night
This is one of my absolute favorite stay at home date nights to do. It is so much fun, and you can get so creative with it. Lay out a blanket on the floor, light candles, turn on mood lighting, play some music and have a campfire night but indoors! You can play games or watch a movie while you make s’mores together.
There are a few essential things you will need.
- Something to roast marshmallows with. I love this indoor fire pit from Amazon. You could use the microwave or a candle to cook your marshmallows, but I don’t recommend that. With the microwave you need to be careful about the marshmallow exploding, plus it’s not as fun. And using a candle to cook your marshmallow might not be the safest option since the wax and scents can get into your marshmallow.
- Skewers to put the marshmallows on. These collapsable ones work fantastic
- Graham crackers and any other s’more toppings you love.
Get all fancy with it too, here’s a list of s’mores ingredients you can pick up at the store.
- Graham crackers
- chocolate graham crackers
- waffle cone cookies
- ghirdelli white chocolate
- ghirdelli dark chocolate
- milk chocolate
- marshmallows
- chocolate marshmallows
2. Game night
Who doesn’t like a little competition? Get a bunch of your favorite games together and make a night of it! You can make it just the two of you, or you can invite other couples to join in on the fun.
Don’t forget the popcorn and snacks to go with it. I love to order pizza for game nights, but you could get take out from anywhere or cook your own meal at home.
Here’s a list of ideas for 2-player games you can play together at your stay at home date night:
- Let’s Get Deep – Conversation Cards for Couples
- Codenames: Duet
- Monopoly
- Monopoly BID
- Klask
- 7 Wonders Duel
- Carcassonne
- Ticket To Ride
3. Learn how to make homemade pasta together from a real Italian
Did you know you there are websites that allow you to connect with people all over the world who can teach you pretty much anything you want to learn in a private one-on-one video call? I love the idea of learning to make pasta from scratch from a real Italian, but you can choose any food or dish you want from anywhere in the world!
Cozymeal is one of many sites that connects you with the right people that can give you a personalized and unforgettable experience. Sign up for a cooking class with a real Italian and learn how to make Italian pasta from scratch in your own home.
4. Go camping in your back yard
Me and husband love doing this! Just set up a tent in the grass, balcony or inside the house if you have enough space. We used to camp out on the balcony when we lived in an apartment and it was the coolest thing ever.
Lay several comforters and blankets down first. Then bring in loads of pillows followed by your computer, some cute batter operated mood lights, popcorn (or pistachios..we love to eat pistachios!), and watch a movie! If you don’t want to watch a movie you can also play games.
5. Candlelight Dinner
Turn up the romance by enjoying a candlelight dinner together at home. Lay a linen table cloth over the table, buy flowers and rose petals to decorate, bring out all your fancy dinnerware and enjoy a romantic meal together. You can order take out and serve it on your nice dishes, or even better if you cook the dinner together. Spaghetti and meatballs are a timeless classic, or make something different that you both love.
6. Tour a foreign city together on the internet
With the internet, you don’t even have to leave your home to discover the world. Pick a city, or several, that you wish to tour together, and take a deep dive on the internet.
There are several virtual museum tours you can take. Take a virtual tour of the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam or tour the Vatican in Rome. Many museums have virtual tours so have fun exploring the world together.
To make this experience even more memorable and exciting, consider making or ordering a dinner that your chosen country or city is known for.
7. Spa night
Why not turn up the romance with a luxurious spa night together?
Set the mood with some candles, rose petals, romantic music and an essential oil diffuser. Get cozy in bathrobes and slippers and let the spa festivities begin.
There’s a whole wide range of ways you can enjoy a spa night. Do a face mask together, exfoliate your hands and feet and don’t forget to give each other a dreamy massage. Fill the bathtub with warm water and a bath bomb or bath salts and take a relaxing bath in the candlelight together.
8. Video game night
Your man is sure to love this idea. Pick a bunch of your favorite video games and see who wins the most games. And don’t forget the snacks!
9. Hire a private chef to cook for you
Now this date night idea is the epitome of luxury. Have you ever considered hiring a private chef to cook for you? If you have the budget, why not splurge on a romantic private chef experience with your lover?
Cozymeal will connect you with local chefs in your area that will come to your home, provide the ingredients, cook and clean up after. You and your partner can just sit back and relax.
10. Take an online dance class together
Did somebody say dance party? You and your partner can take a virtual dance class together. If you’ve never danced before or even if you have, there’s always room to learn when it comes to dance.
There are endless videos on YouTube that will teach you how to dance for free.
If you want to take it a step further, Dance Masterclass is a great resource with some of the top dance instructors out there.
Or if you prefer something a little more personal, Class Pop has tons of online dance classes that you can choose from in every style possible. A dance instructor will join you on video for a live private lesson.
11. Fast Food Marathon
Stop by the drive-through of all of your favorite fast food restaurants and get something from each restaurant. Take it home, throw down a blanket and enjoy your nice spread.
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