As we’re spending more time indoors due to the current pandemic situation, it can be challenging to find new and creative ways to spend a date night. But let’s face it, a boring date night can quickly turn into a routine, and no one wants that! Luckily, there are plenty of ideas to make your stay-at-home date night anything but dull. So, let’s dive in!

Have a Themed Movie Night 🎥

Choose a movie genre you both love and center your whole date night around it! Get dressed up in clothes that fit the theme, decorate your living room, and indulge in some snacks. It’s an exciting way to make movie nights a little different from usual and immerse yourself in a fun atmosphere. Some theme examples include:

  • 🏴‍☠️Pirate Night
  • 🎭Oscar Night
  • 🕵️‍♀️Detective Night

A movie screen with a bucket of popcorn and two glasses

Play Board Games Night 🎲

Although board games might sound old-fashioned, they can be an excellent way to bring out your competitive side and spend quality time with each other. It’s an opportunity to unplug from social media and enjoy each other’s company without distractions. You can also spice it up by adding some stakes to the game, like winner chooses what happens next or winner gets to pick the next game.

  • 🃏Card games
  • 🧩Jigsaw puzzles
  • 🎤Karaoke

A table with a set-up board game and dice

At-Home Spa Night 💆‍♀️

Creating an ambiance of relaxation and pampering is the perfect fuel for intimacy. You can set up a spa inspired night with scented candles, calming music, and a romantic atmosphere. You can create your own facemasks, enjoy a luxurious bath together, and massage each other.

  • 🧘‍♀️Yoga night
  • 🍓Wine and cheese tasting night
  • 💄Makeup night

A couple enjoying a bubble bath with candles in the background

Host a Cooking Night 🍽️

There’s nothing more romantic than cooking together and enjoying a delicious meal. It’s also an excellent opportunity to learn new recipes and cooking tips from each other. You can try out new dishes that you both love or create a themed menu. Dress up for dinner and create a warm ambiance with candles and music.

  • 🍝Pasta night
  • 🍱Sushi night
  • 🌮Mexican food night

A couple cooking together in the kitchen with an array of ingredients around them

Create Art Together 🎨

Creating art together can be a surprisingly fun way to bond with your partner. You can explore your creative side and express yourselves through different forms of art, like painting, drawing, or sculpting. You don’t have to be a professional artist to do so. Just purchase some basic art supplies from a local store, put on some music, and let your imagination run wild.

  • 🔨DIY night
  • 📖Journaling night
  • 🍷Wine and paint night

A couple painting together with a canvas on the table

In conclusion, there are many exciting and creative ideas to have a fantastic stay-at-home date night. It’s essential to switch things up and stop settling for the same routine. Date nights are essential to keep the spark alive in any relationship. So, start planning and enjoy your time together!

A couple wrapped in blankets, enjoying each other's company