ABC Date Ideas: A Fun Challenge for Couples

ABC Date Ideas: A Fun Challenge for Couples

Looking to spice up your date nights? Try this adorable and adventurous challenge: plan a date for every letter of the alphabet! Whether you knock them out weekly or randomly pick a letter, these creative ideas will keep things exciting and help you make unforgettable memories.

A – Arcade Night

Hit up a retro arcade or set one up at home with old-school games and a little friendly competition.

B – Beach Day

Spend the day lounging, swimming, building sandcastles, or catching the sunset with a picnic.

C – Cooking Class

Take an online or in-person class, or just choose a new recipe and learn together at home.

D – Drive-In Movie

Old-school romance! Find a local drive-in or recreate the experience in your driveway with a projector.

E – Escape Room

Challenge your teamwork with a real escape room or create your own at home with DIY puzzles.

F – Farmers’ Market

Stroll through a local market, pick up fresh ingredients, and cook a meal together.

G – Game Night

Break out board games, card games, or video games for a night of laughs and friendly rivalry.

H – Hike and Picnic

Find a scenic trail, explore nature, and enjoy a snack or picnic at the summit.

I – Ice Cream Crawl

Visit a few local spots and sample different flavors, or set up a tasting flight at home.

J – Jazz Night

Attend a jazz lounge or set the vibe at home with jazz music, cocktails, and candlelight.

K – Karaoke Night

Sing your hearts out at a karaoke bar or go wild with a karaoke app at home.

L – Live Show

Whether it's theater, comedy, or a concert, enjoy the thrill of a live performance together.

M – Museum Date

Wander through a museum or art gallery and discuss your favorite pieces. Bonus: many offer virtual tours!

N – Netflix & Themed Night

Pick a movie and build a theme around it—costumes, food, and all.

O – Outdoor Adventure

Try zip-lining, paddle boarding, or kayaking—anything that gets your adrenaline pumping.

P – Paint & Sip

Grab some wine, brushes, and canvases for a relaxing and creative evening.

Q – Quiz Night

Make or find quizzes to test how well you know each other (or team up for trivia fun).

R – Road Trip

Even a short one counts! Explore a nearby town, roadside attraction, or scenic route.

S – Stargazing

Lay out a blanket, bring snacks, and take turns spotting constellations or making up your own.

T – Theme Night

Pick a theme (e.g., Paris, '80s, Carnival), decorate, dress up, and match food/music to it.

U – Under the Stars

Camp out in the backyard or sleep under the stars, complete with fairy lights and marshmallows.

V – Volunteer Together

Choose a cause you both care about and give back as a couple. It’s meaningful and bonding.

W – Wine Tasting

Visit a vineyard or host your own wine tasting at home with cheese pairings and scorecards.

X – eXercise Class

Try yoga, Zumba, boxing—or any fitness class that gets you moving and laughing.

Y – You-Pick Farm

Go fruit picking—apples, berries, pumpkins—and make something yummy from your harvest.

Z – Zoo Date

Visit a zoo or animal sanctuary, or watch a fun wildlife documentary with snacks and blankets.