Fun & Creative Summer Date Ideas
Summer's almost over - only a month left, and many people feel that it unofficially ends with Labor Day weekend. Take advantage of everything this season has to offer by going on fun, creative summer dates set in the great outdoors. Whether you live in a large urban city or the countryside, one of these date ideas could be just the thing for a memorable night out.
Go on a city gallery walk. Many cities have organized walks that local art galleries and shops participate in, generally held on Friday or Saturday night once or twice a month during the summer. The art galleries often hold openings for new exhibits on these nights, offering complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres. It's a great chance to get to know your city a little better, enjoy some beautiful art and meet new people.
Pick fruit at a local farm. Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, cherries, peaches - there are all kinds of different fruits you can choose from, depending on what grows in your area. Many farms will give you a basket or bucket and allow you to stroll around their grounds, leisurely picking fruit and enjoying the sights. Bring a picnic basket and some snacks and beverages along with disposable wipes to clean sticky hands.
Take a scenic cruise around a lake, river or the ocean on a rented boat. Many major bodies of water have companies along the shore that offer pontoons, paddle boats, canoes and sailboats that you can rent hourly or by the day. If you don't have prior boating experience, some boats are easy to learn, or you can have a captain come along. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenery, fish, and go swimming.
Scope out the goods at a local flea market on a laid-back Saturday or Sunday afternoon. This casual date is the perfect time to score some LPs, vintage clothing, kitschy knick-knacks and antique finds. It's fun to go through the bins at each table, never knowing what you'll discover.
Enjoy a nighttime picnic with a map of the constellations, a comfy picnic blanket and some wine and cheese. Choose a good lookout point like the beach, an overlook on a scenic road or a rooftop. This informal yet impressive date makes an ideal setting for ultra-romantic and memorable proposals. Take it up a notch with an elegant wine and cheese picnic set that includes real wine glasses, a cheese board and cloth napkins.
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