13 Ideas for Romantic Dates for the Summer | Aldult Toys Blog

They say summer is the season of love. It’s hardly surprising, considering the warmer weather and the sun beating down on your face. And does anyone else feel like they have fewer obligations at this time of year?

Maybe you’re dominating dating apps with your hungry for a nice weather adventure. Or maybe you’ve just met a promising new love interest who’s got you shivering. Or maybe things with your significant other are heating up quickly and finally getting very serious. Or maybe you’ve been together for many years, but you still understand the raw sensual power of a little cavorting and romance.

Either way, know this: There’s no shortage of summer date night ideas. The trick is to have a well-vetted inventory of fun and adventurous plans on hand should the opportunity arise to wine, dine, or hug to present oneself.

Consider the following 13 summer date ideas the next time you and your significant other are ready for a night out.

1. Go to the drive-in

If you’re lucky enough to have a good old-fashioned drive-in theater nearby, check out their schedule, please. There’s no better place to curl up and watch a movie with the setting sun and starry skies as a backdrop, honey. Plus, you can bring your own snacks! No drive-in theater, no problem: many local parks show outdoor movies in the summer. Or, if you have a backyard, get creative with a projector and an old bed sheet! Tip: Horror movies raise your heart rate, which can increase feelings of attraction and love.

2. Surf ‘n turf

It may not be the best first date (or maybe it is), but who says you can’t grab a comfy lounge chair and pretend you’re on a mini honeymoon? In other words, throw on your favorite swimsuit and hit the beach if you have access to one. Otherwise, find a local lake or pool—whatever brings you to the water! If it’s at night, you can go skinny dipping (!), and if it’s during the day, remember that physical activity is good for romantic bonding: think kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing, or even a water aerobics class.

3. Life is a picnic

Here’s a golden excuse to dust off your picnic basket. Venture to that clifftop lookout you’ve always wanted to take someone special to, or as close as your own backyard or the local park. Need some inspiration? Try these picnic accompaniments This way you can spend time cooking with your loved one. Nothing is more romantic than dining and making money in the fresh grass, in good company.

4. Light a fire

If you have a backyard and fire laws allow it, build a nice campfire together. If not, head to a campsite (or even a weekend away!). Then all you have to do is settle down in a chair or blanket, make s’mores, poke some sausages, and pour yourself a round of whiskey. Oh, and kiss is also allowed.

5. Stargazing

Grab a blanket and find a dark spot with a starry view, whether that’s on a hilltop, a rooftop, or the top of your van. Lying under the night sky to observe the constellations you can find can be an incredibly romantic experience. For a little help spotting planets, stars, and constellations, download a stargazing app like Safari in the sky, Star TrackerOr Sky View.

6. Go dancing

Whether it’s at a nearby class, a bar, a club, a local park or in the privacy of your living room, why not dress for fun and let yourself go to the rhythm of the music, I ask you? You can dance fast and furious, or soft and slow, depending on your mood.

7. Fill your cup

If you’re both wine lovers, consider heading to a local tasting room or vineyard for a mini-vacation. There’s nothing like a pairing of fine wines and cheeses to get a couple in love laughing and feeling the buzz of summer. You can also plan an at-home date with a home delivery service!

8. Take a walk without a goal

There’s nothing like two lovers heading gently and slowly down a winding road. These days, it sometimes seems like the art of “going on a road trip” is all but lost, but you can still bring it back! Get in the car, put on your favorite tunes, and go. Whether it turns into a road trip or not is up to you.

9. Smile

Beauty is everywhere, if we slow down enough to see it. And what better reminder than the sun? Head to the beach, your apartment rooftop, or a scenic spot, curl up, and wait for the sun to rise or set, whichever the case may be. Holding hands while gazing at the sun can help you be present in the moment with your partner, which can only strengthen your bond.

10. Eat on the terrace of a chic restaurant

Dress up and go to a fancy restaurant for dinner, you know, the one where you have to make reservations way in advance. Order a bottle of champagne, because YOLO. To fully enjoy the warm weather, make sure to sit on a terrace, or better yet, a rooftop terrace!

11. Go for a hike (or bike ride)

Enjoy nature with your partner by finding a scenic hiking or biking trail near you. There’s nothing like hiking through beautiful scenery together, all while cheering each other on. Not to mention, if one partner is out of their comfort zone, it gives the other a chance to show their protective/guiding/nurturing side.

12. Attend an outdoor concert

Summer is undoubtedly one of the best times to see your favorite bands perform in outdoor venues. Especially in the wake of strict pandemic regulations, there’s always someone amazing coming to town, so check the local listings, as well as the weather forecast.

13. Visit an amusement park or a state fair

Be warned: funnel cake is mandatory, as are turkey legs, fried Oreos, cotton candy and caramel apples. Or at least one of them. Let’s face it: life gets boring pretty quickly. Visiting an amusement park or a country fair can help couples, new and old, remember that they enjoy each other’s company and know how to have fun together. Sometimes, all it takes is the right setting.

Make the most of summer with one (or all) of the ideas above to inspire you, and you can’t go wrong. Enjoy this heat, my love! <3