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It feels like my husband and I have never been busier than we are this month. He’s starting an entirely new career, taking software development classes, and working overtime. I’m running my own business and freelance writing like mad. We’re decorating and moving into our new home. And on top of all that, it’s the holidays. Phew.
We barely have time to talk or corresponding schedules, let alone time for date night! I’ve been trying to come up with a list of worthy date night ideas for busy couples to have on hand for when we get some time together.
To be completely honest with you, most of the time lately our idea of “date night” is sitting on the couch and streaming movies.
But we need to shake things up! I know life is crazy right now, especially with the holidays. But every couple needs a proper date night. I’ve paired up with Centrum® MultiGummies® to bring you these fun and unique date night ideas for busy couples.
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So now that my multivitamins have provided me with the energy support needed to get dressed up (note: put on a pair of pants that aren’t of the yoga variety), let’s talk about some fun date night ideas for busy couples!
Date Night Ideas for Busy Couples
Adventure Outside Your Comfort Zone
For couples that have been together a while, date night might turn into the same night over and over. When we first start dating someone, we have much more of a tendency to plan more exciting adventures. After 6 years, though? Sweatpants and Chinese take-out sounds like such a better idea. And I’m not saying that part of the relationship is bad, the ‘comfortable’ stage of a partnership is pretty darn amazing, too. But when you’re busy and barely have time for just the two of you, stepping outside of your comfort zone can make your quality time together that much more memorable. Do something that neither of you have ever done before, or do something that you’ve never really even thought of doing. Never been really interested in seeing a professional ballet or taking a painting class together? Not really one of those couples to get really dressed up for a night out? Never been ice-skating or to a trampoline park? Stepping outside your comfort zone with your partner makes for one memorable date night…and, who knows, you may discover something new that you really enjoy. (If nothing else, it could always make for a funny story if you don’t.)
Go on a ‘Staycation’
Me and my husband really wanted to go to Canada for our sixth wedding anniversary this month, but our time and bank account gave us a big fat “I don’t think so.” But that’s perfectly okay. Planning a staycation is one of the easiest and most fun ways to spend a date night. Grab a nice hotel in town (go on a weekday to score a great deal), order room service, go to the hotel bar, and chill a bottle of something bubbly. Plus…those super-plush hotel robes!
Turn Your Ordinary Extraordinary
Many, many times my husband and I turn our “everyday” into something special. This can be done in so many ways. Say you’re just too tired to go out or you had to work late. Bring the date night to you! One of my favorite things that we do is make what we call Fort Night. We build a giant fort (kind-of) by blowing up an air mattress in our living room and surrounding ourselves with massive amounts of cozy pillows. Then we have a movie marathon, have a living room picnic, and play board games or do crafts. Making something so simple a little extra special is all you need for a perfect date night. You can choose a themed menu and cook together. Host your own living room cheese and beverage pairing. Get creative!
Find the Fun
Okay, so. We’re adults. We have responsibilities. Our days off are sometimes consumed by errands, grocery shopping, or going to the gym. If you don’t have the time to make the fun, find the fun. Turn your gym day into a fun date night by taking a crazy class together you would have never otherwise taken. Make running errands fun by stopping at a new coffee shop or bakery nearby together for a little pick-me-up in between. I hate needing to go grocery shopping on our only day off together, but we make it fun by stopping at the diner next door beforehand and ordering breakfast for dinner!
Pamper Me, Please
Scenario: It’s been the worst week, and I can’t even think about date night. No problem. Turn date night into pampering each other night! Give each other a massage. Draw one another a hot bath. Order take-out and don’t worry about the dishes or cleaning for the night. Even better: book a couples massage or pampering day at a spa as a date night. Possibly the ultimate idea when it comes to Date Night Ideas for Busy Couples!
I hope that you enjoy these date night ideas for busy couples! Thank you to Centrum® MultiGummies® for sponsoring this post and providing an easy way to live a healthy lifestyle. Please also enjoy these Centrum coupons!
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I love the idea of turning something ordinary into something extraordinary..that’s great advice! Sounds like a great multivitamin too!
-madi xo | http://www.everydaywithmadirae.com
This post is just what I need! I feel like my husband and I have never been busier and just need some great date night ideas. I love all of these ideas and can’t wait to try them! Thanks
This is the story of our lives. My partner and I are always so busy that it’s hard to plan dates! These tips are so helpful!
Kasey Ma
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We just had our first date night since baby #2. We went outside our comfort zone and I booked an hour of horse riding (something we had never done before). It went ok…I got the laziest, fattest horse I had ever seen and my wife (who is kinda short) was given a pony and a pink Disney princess riding helmet. Didn’t go as planned, but we had fun and have a funny story to tell now
Love the idea of a staycation, such a sweet list of date night activities.
We do staycations and bookstore runs, and always try to make different kinds of popcorn for movie night. Love your blog, O’m a new fan!
I really enjoyed reading this post! You have some great ideas! Hubby and I may have to use some of these!
Awesome ideas! I’ll have to use these for my BF and I 🙂
xoxo,
Sandi
http://sandimoynihanmultimedia.blogspot.com
thanks, lady! Enjoy them!
Thank you for these ideas! I feel like whenever we sit down to try to plan something, the brain gets empty of ideas. I will stash these away for our next date night!
So glad you found them helpful! Happy Date Night-ing! 😉
Love these ideas! My boyfriend and I try to do at least 1 “staycation” each year and it is the BEST! We usually go to the movie theater, get ice cream, and walk around downtown with our dog while it is empty.
xo Anna Elizabeth
http://www.annaelizabethevents.com
That sounds so fun, Anna! Staycations are the best! Especially with our pups, hehe <3