By Enya Fierens
A first date is always nerve-wrecking. Meeting someone new under the right circumstances can be the difference between a second date or never seeing them again. To find the kind of person that matches your personality, it is important to find a first date that makes you both feel comfortable, but also leaves an impression. However, spending a lot of money on this kind of thing might not be your jam. Here are 10 cheap first date ideas:
1 A Sunset Hike
This could be a great way to connect if you and your date enjoy nature. It is a relaxed environment that gives the opportunity to talk about the surroundings in case there is a lull in the conversation.
2 Butterfly Greenhouse
Spending some time in a sunny greenhouse surrounded by beautiful butterflies might be just what you need to impress your date. It is creative and relaxed.
3 Baking Together
If you like sweet treats, a baking date is definitely a good move. It is a private environment and leaves space to do something interactive instead of talking the whole time. You can make something you both enjoy and end the date by eating your homemade goods. They might even take some home and think about you every time they eat a cookie, brownie, …
4 Painting Mugs, Glasses, …
For a small amount of money, you can go to an art shop and paint mugs, plates, glasses, and much more. This shows your creative side and gives room to talk as well as enjoy painting in silence. Only choose this option if your date also enjoys painting.
5 Apple Picking
If nature is your thing, apple picking could be a great date. Walking through the orchard, enjoying the weather. Afterwards, you and your date have an edible memory to remember each other by. So, put on your overalls and bucket hats and get to picking!
6 Board or Card Games
This interactive date can lead to some serious laughs. You can also show each other your competitive sides, which can be good for initial attraction. You can even make a bet; like the loser has to buy the winner ice cream. There you go, a second date secured.
7 Museum Date
If you want to show your date what interests you, a museum date could be a great option. Learning new things and sharing your interests can be the perfect bonding moment.
8 Rage Room
If you want to let of some steam and get adrenaline flowing, a rage room is exactly what you need. The release of adrenaline can help form a deeper connection. Breaking things without consequences is also just really fun.
9 Free Concert
A free open-air concert is a great way to connect with a person. There are so many things to talk about; the people walking by, music taste, snack preferences, … All of this is accompanied by live music in the background.
10 Sports Game
A sports game can be a great way to get to know someone. By showing your competitive side, you can immediately tell if you and your date are a match. There are drinks and snacks involved and many conversational topics to keep awkward moments at bay.
