6 Date Night Ideas for Getting Active During Summer

Summer brings with it longer daylight hours, warm weather, and as a result, the chance to be outdoors much more. These are all good factors if you are looking to get outdoors on your date nights and do something fun with your someone special. Trying something new and getting outside can be good for you as you navigate the world. But what are your options for summer date nights that are fun for you both? The good news is that there are so many things that you can do outdoors that are enjoyable and romantic. This could be anything from a live theater or open-air concert to hiking, having a picnic, or trying out a new sport or hobby together. Depending where you live, you might also have the option of going to the beach or strolling through the city. If you're looking to spice things up over summer and want to improve your date nights together, consider these great ideas for summer dates alfresco.

Outdoor Movie

Although it can be great fun to watch a film in the climate-controlled comfort of an indoor movie theater with large screens, auditorium seats, and a state-of-the-art sound system, more and more places are now hosting outdoor movies and drive-in movies options as well. Watching an outdoor movie means you can take your own snacks, watch a new release, and cozy up under the stars.

A Theme Park

No matter where you live, there is bound to be an amusement park not too far away. Many are open throughout the summer, so why not? It can be a fun way to spend the day, or just an evening, and there is usually something for everyone, thrill-seeker or not. Quite often you will need to book ahead, so the park knows how many people will be going; so that is definitely worth checking ahead of time, rather than just showing up in the hope of getting tickets.

Visit a Vineyard

A day out at a local vineyard could be a good choice for those looking for a more relaxed and grown-up date day or night. If you are wine lovers, then that's even better, as there will be plenty to see and learn (and taste) when it comes to wine. You could even take a picnic with you, buy a bottle of your favorite wine when you're there, and make the date last longer.

Play Golf

If you are keen players of golf or just beginners, getting in a round of golf can be a fun way to spend your time. There are likely to be golf courses in your area, as well as a mini-golf course if you're looking for something more relaxed and that won't take as long. If you're trying to impress, perhaps on a first date, then make sure you check how to choose the right golf ball so you can help yourself to look like a better golf player than perhaps you actually are. Again, this may be something that you need to book ahead; but on a summer's day or evening, it can be a really fun way to spend the time.

Get Hiking

If you love the outdoors but haven't been able to get out there as much lately, then hiking as a date can be really fun and it can be as hardcore or as gentle as you want it to be. When you're hiking, you're not thinking of other stresses and worries, as your focus is on the hiking. That is why it can be a good way to get away together and enjoy some care-free time, just focused on the two of you and your surroundings. Once you make it to the top, you'll be able to relax a little, take in the view, and get some amazing photos.

Watch the Sunrise

If you're keen to get outdoors and do something super romantic, then often watching a sunset together can be a good thing. But how about getting up early to watch the sunrise as an early morning date? Take a breakfast picnic and you'll be good to go, away from the hustle and bustle of other people, just the two of you. Then you're up and at it and ready to start the day.