15 Budget-Friendly Date Ideas that

you can do at home

Whether you are in a lockdown or prefer to stay at the comfort of your house, home dates are
always really special, you can do whatever you like without objection. Maybe it's a cold rainy
night or both of you wanna stay in your pajamas all day stay at home can be just as fun as the
normal date all it takes is a little creativity to create the most romantic and memorable date.

COOK TOGETHER
There is something about cooking as a couple that makes an otherwise tedious chore
fun and romantic. Cook something more than some frozen food, something that will keep
you both engaged in the process, something fancy or something with things available
with at least 3 courses. Cooking together can be a great bonding experience
NETFLIX AND CHILL
This is the default for a stay at home date night. This can be interpreted in the ways your
heart desires. Get your snacks and cuddle up. You can choose from various genres from
rom-com for a little laugh and romance to horror to sneakily cuddle up!
GAME NIGHT
Games aren’t just for large groups of people that can be uniquely fun when played by
two people too. You can have a competitive or a calming game night depending on
preferences. You can even put a spin on the classic games to make it more date
friendly.
INDOOR PICNIC
Unlike the traditional dinner at home, an indoor picnic is more laid back. You can have
this date in the comfort of your own house without any beforehand planning. It can also
eliminate the chances of your picnic baskets being stolen by the adorable animals. Make
it as dreamlike as possible with a cloth, some fairy lights, and food the at-home date can
become so much interesting. Music and a fireplace can make it so much more cozy and
dreamlike.
SLUMBER PARTY
These aren’t the kinds you had when you were younger. The nights consist of eating
pizzas, games, reminiscing on good days, telling stories, movies, and anything you can
think of! Let your inner child shine through and have fun.
BACKYARD CAMPING
Think of it a night under the stars with a novel and your significant other can be such a
romantic night! This can also be an excuse to gather all that camping equipment you
had. The most benefiting thing about this is can place yards away from a proper
bathroom and kitchen. You can find a lot of inspiration online.
MEMORY LANE
We spent so much time taking pictures of our perfect time but they lay in harddrives
pendrives albums so once in a while we should go down that memory lane reminiscing
on good days. This doesn’t require you to be married or dating for a long time. If you just
started dating you can bring your old photo of childhood and have a good laugh telling
stories behind them.
DECADE NIGHT
Choose a theme from whatever decade you belong to and plan a night around it. TV
shows, movies, music and outfits even food can also be themed! Karaokes can also be
fun and you can find them easily online. Dig through your old stuff and find those CDs,
cassettes, vinyl, and relive the memories.
SELFCARE NIGHT
Who doesn’t like to pamper themselves after a long stressful day? Pamper yourself and
your partner with some self-care stuff. Plan a manicure and pedicure, collect some
skincare, and glow up along with a romantic date. Personalize things according to your
preference like a candlelit bathtub with roses and bath bombs can give enough of
romance or give each other back massages.
BLANKET FORT
We all love blanket forts! They are cozy and relaxing. Take some wine or coffee and
snacks, set up the fort with some comfy sheets and pillows and bling it with some fairy
lights. Watch your favorite shows or movies or read a novel or maybe just cuddle up and
talk about things going on share all your inner thoughts!
CLASSIC DATE NIGHT
Set up a table with food and candle in your terrace, backyard or balcony for a classic
date night but at the comfort of your house. You can dress up or be in your comfy
pajamas. The main thing you need in a nice and romantic talk you can even play some
music to make it more dreamlike.
TRIVIA NIGHT
These nights are the ones where you can be vulnerable and be the most open to each
other. Talk and ask questions over, share your ideas, and be comfy. This night can really
help you to bond and become stronger as a couple!
GIFTS
Who doesn’t like receiving gifts? We all do but they aren’t always that cheap to buy. So
why buy them when you can make them by your hands. Make each other some
handmade gifts over a week and choose a particular night to o0pen them together.
These gifts hold so much more love and meaning than store-bought gifts!
DRAWING TUTORIAL
This is for the creative couples out there, for some drawing can be a stress reliever so
why not do it together. Search for a tutorial online and draw together! This can be a great
bonding experience and can bring out the inner child in you.
TASTING PARTY
*This is for adults only* Bring out your special wine or alcohol and set up everything for
your perfect tasting party! Go big or go mild according to your wish! You can be
vulnerable and talk about deep things too. A candlelit or fairy light setting can make it
very romantic!
We hope these ideas come in handy. A date is all about bonding and creating memories
so be creative and let your imagination go wild and make sure to have fun!