FUN THINGS FOR COUPLES TO DO FOR QUALITY TIME TOGETHER

No matter how long you and your partner have been together, falling into a routine happens in no time. Perhaps you default to ordering the same takeout food every Friday, or maybe your nightly schedule involves binging your favourite show on the couch. There's certainly nothing wrong with being creatures of habit, but it is important to prioritise fun couple activities in your relationship. After all, it's totally possible to keep the spark alive and remain in the honeymoon phase—but you'll need to make the effort to keep things fresh and exciting.

If you feel like you always do the same things together, it may be time to shake it up with some new couple activities. Here, you'll find 50 creative things to do as a couple, from bougie date nights to free things you can do in the comfort of your own home. 

 

Enrol in a cooking class

Whether you're cooking connoisseur or a novice in the kitchen, everyone can learn a skill or two at a cooking class. Enrolling in a local course is a fun thing for couples to do, especially when you've exhausted the same restaurants and bars in your neighbourhood. The best part? You'll have a great meal to enjoy at the end of it. You'll be ready for Top Chef in no time.

Go to the movie theatre

When was the last time you went to the movies? Finding fun things to do as a couple doesn't always require a ton of research and planning. Free up your Saturday evening and head to the theatre to catch a new flick. Don't forget popcorn and slushies!

Plan a themed night based on what you're watching

Lean into whatever you're currently streaming for a fun spin on a typical night in. Bake some shortbread cookies if you're watching Ted Lasso, or make themed cocktails for Bachelor Mondays. Feeling nostalgic? Have a throwback night (dress the part, make yourselves a school lunch, sip on some soda) while you watch your favourite Disney+ picks.

Become cocktail connoisseurs

If your go-to date night involves a wine bar, beer hall or cocktail spot, become adult-beverage connoisseurs. Start by downloading a wine app to list and rank your favourites. Or, sign up for a wine subscription service to test out new varieties of your favourite blends. If you're more of a spirits couple, sign up for a cocktail-making class and learn the art of mixology (it will impress your friends and family at your next gathering). If you love a cold beer, consider investing in a home brewing kit or try out a beer subscription box.

Hike local trails

Get outside and soak up the sunshine by heading out on an expedition of nearby hiking or walking trails. Not only will you get the endorphins flowing, you'll see your neighbourhood from new heights.

 

Plan a road trip

Strengthen your connection by planning a road trip together. The best part? It doesn't matter where you go or what you do. While you could visit a new city or state, you can always just drive around your neighbourhood without any plans or directions. With nothing but open roads ahead of you, you'll have no choice but to have deep conversations and bond on a totally different level.

Host a dinner party

Need a fun activity for couples at home? Host a dinner party! Invite your friends and fam over for an evening of good drinks, good food, and better conversation. Cook everything from scratch if you're feeling ambitious, or ask everyone to bring a side dish to complete your potluck. Throw on a playlist, light some candles, and enjoy quality time with your loved ones.

Reorganise a room in your house

Did you know that your home organisation habits can impact your relationship? It's true, especially if you and your S.O. have different living styles. When you're totally out of good couple activities, turn a chore into something fun. Pick a room in your house that you've been meaning to declutter, reorganise or redecorate, and get to work. We guarantee your home will feel so much more inviting when you're done.

Make reservations at a new restaurant

Perhaps you two always get stuck in the cycle of going to the same restaurants over and over again. When you simply can't have tacos and margaritas again, do a quick search for new restaurants near you and treat yourselves to a nice dinner out.

Have a picnic

You're never too old for a picnic. Fill up a wicker basket with sandwiches, chips and lemonade and grab a spot at your local park for a relaxing afternoon. Keep this cute couple activity in your back pocket for the next time you have sunny skies and warm weather.

 

Recreate your first date

Looking for fun things to do with your boyfriend or girlfriend? Take things back to the beginning by recreating your first date. You'll have all the feels when you relive what it was like the very first time you met. Whether you got dinner and drinks or enjoyed coffee at a local shop, reminisce on your history together with this sweet couple activity.

Plan a staycation

Fun things for couples to do don't always have to break the bank. Perhaps you're been wanting to get away, but you're on a tight budget—plan a staycation! Book a night or two at a local bed and breakfast or rental property to get a change of scenery without straying too far from home base.

Go stargazing

Need ideas for romantic things to do together? We suggest stargazing. When the sun goes down, bundle up and set up a blanket in your backyard, and keep an eye out for the stars. See if you can find notable constellations, like the Big Dipper or Orion.

Make playlists for each other

We're obsessed with this adorable couple activity. Next time you're bored and need something to do, make playlists for each other. Fill your queue with songs that remind you of your S.O. and your love story, and listen together once you're both finished.

Have a deep conversation about something you've never discussed before

When it comes to bonding activities for couples, nothing will strengthen your connection quite like a deep conversation. Browse through lists of deep conversation topics and talk about things you've never discussed before. You never know what you'll learn about each other.

Make vision boards for your future

We'd say this is one of the most underrated couple activities to do at home. Stock up on magazines and newspapers and start clipping images to make vision boards for your future. This is a good opportunity to reconnect on your goals and desires for your relationship, and to have fun in the process.

Go brewery or winery hopping

Oenophiles and beer connoisseurs alike will love an afternoon of winery or brewery hopping. Not only will you get to support local businesses, you'll also get to taste a variety of new blends and brews. What's not to love?

Have a bake-off

Put your baking skills to the test by hosting a bake-off in your kitchen. Pick a dessert recipe and see who can create the better batch. The best part about this couples activity is that there are no losers, because you'll have plenty of sweets to enjoy after.

Go ice skating

When the winter months roll around and you simply can't spend another day inside, spend a day at your local ice rink. While skating might not come naturally to everyone, this fun couples activity will get you out of the house. And who knows, you might even find that you want to turn it into a new hobby.

 

Get tickets to a sports game

Take yourselves out to the ball game…or the hockey game, or the football game. Even if you aren't a major sports fan, don't underestimate how much fun you'll have at a game. Whether you head to the big leagues or a local sports division, you and your S.O. will have a great time cheering for your team. (If anything, go for the food—because stadium snacks never miss.)

Rent a boat for a day

Of all the romantic things to do together, we love the idea of chartering a boat for the day. From dinner cruises to rowboat excursions, getting out on the water is always a good date idea in our eyes.

Go camping

Connect with the great outdoors by picking a weekend to go camping. While this couples activity might not be suitable for everyone, it's perfect for adventurers and nature lovers alike. After all, nothing will strengthen your bond quite like roughing it in a tent for a few days.

Sign up for a painting class

Tap into your artistic side by enrolling in a painting class. You don't have to be Picasso-in-training to enjoy this creative couples activity. In fact, you might surprise yourself with your painting or drawing skills, but you'll never know until you try.

Meditate together

Improving your mental health together? That's hot. We love the idea of incorporating meditation into your weekly routine as a couple. While you can find plenty of free meditation resources online, you can also invest in a subscription-based app.

Go thrift shopping

Whether you need new clothes or new kitchen appliances, set aside a day for thrift shopping. You never know what gems you'll find, which is why this affordable couples activity is a major win in our eyes.

Get drinks at a new coffee shop

It doesn't matter whether you love tea or coffee. Next time you're looking for things to do together, give your Starbucks drive-through a break and head to a coffee shop you've never been to before. Bring a book or a board game, or just use this date to truly catch up with each other and enjoy quality time over delicious lattes.

 

Go on a double date

Who says couple activities have to be for two? Shake things up by inviting another couple out for a double date night. Head to a tried-and-true restaurant you all love, or enjoy an interactive experience like an escape room, an arcade hall, a bowling alley, or an immersive activity.

Get a couples massage

Treat yourselves to some much-needed R&R by booking a couples' massage at a spa. Not only is this a super romantic thing to do together, you'll leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Have a tech-free day

It may seem nearly impossible to go through date night without checking your phone, but we challenge you and your S.O. to have a tech-free day. Turning your phones on silent will encourage you to only focus on each other, thus allowing you to truly strengthen your connection without distractions. In fact, you might love this couples activity so much that you turn it into a monthly (or a weekly!) thing.

Go mini-golfing

See who can get the most hole-in-ones when you head out on a mini-golf date. Bonus points if you treat yourselves to ice cream after.

Start a new tradition together

One of the most romantic things you can do together is start a new tradition. Perhaps you'll implement take-out Fridays, or maybe you'll each take turns planning one splurge-worthy date night per month. You can even think bigger picture—you might shop for your Christmas tree the day after Thanksgiving, or host everyone's families at your place for a Fourth of July bash. Think of a new tradition that's meaningful to you, even if it's not tied to a holiday. That special moment will become a shared point of connection you can both get excited about.

Go bowling

Take it back to your high school days and go bowling. This fun thing for couples to do is always a fail-safe date night idea.

Work out together

Whether you and your partner are total gym fanatics or just love to be active, try a new workout. Together you can hit the gym, sign up for a yoga class or go for a jog in your neighbourhood to get the endorphins flowing.

Have a game night

Enjoy some friendly competition from the comfort of your couch by hosting a game night. Cards, Monopoly, trivia and Truth or Dare are all great contenders for this fun couples activity. If you love being the host, invite some friends over to join in on the fun.

Have a spa night

Transform you're home into a luxury spa for a night. Create a serene setting by getting deliciously-scented candles, incense or essential oils. Then, stock up on face masks, eye gels and face mist. Once you put on your chosen skin care product, enjoy a glass of bubbly together. Cheers!

Volunteer together

Consider using your spare time to volunteer together. This couples activity gives back to your community, and it'll make you two feel proud of your accomplishments. Search for volunteering opportunities in your neighbourhood to find a variety of ways to get involved, from organising food drives to collecting donations.