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10 Date-Night Ideas to Rekindle Your Relationship

When you think back on the history and health of your marriage and relationship, itโ€™s easy to see that for many couples, the most exciting period is when you initially start dating. From completing all the โ€˜firstsโ€™ of a new relationship together, like your first dinner out, first dance, and first kiss, to the excitement of learning more about someone youโ€™re truly interested in, this period of time is both invigorating and terrifying at the same time.

As couples spend more time together and move past this initial โ€˜honeymoonโ€™ phase, this initial feeling of excitement and the thrill of romance can soon fade away. As life catches up and daily responsibilities grow, many couples will tend to fall into a routine and become bored or unsatisfied in their relationship. Once you fall into this trap, it can be easy to feel defeated and overwhelmed, like your marriage has hit a rut that it cannot possibly recover from.

However, there is one easy method to combat this shift in perspective from the start – the idea that you should never stop dating your spouse! Whether youโ€™ve been together for two months, two years, or twenty years, itโ€™s important to remember the feelings that you had early on in your relationship: the excitement, the passion, the romance. By continuing to โ€˜dateโ€™ your significant other, even through and beyond marriage, you can help to tend the fire, keeping your relationship passionate and rewarding for both you and your spouse.

If youโ€™re interested in giving this idea a try and looking for some fun date-night inspiration, weโ€™re happy to help. Weโ€™ve put together a quick list of exciting and entertaining date-night ideas to help you rekindle your relationship in a fun and playful way. Keep reading to discover new experiences for you and your partner to try,

Date-Night Idea #1: Get Away for the Night

Oftentimes, a change of scenery is all that it takes to reset the mood and give couples the space that they need to rekindle their relationship. If youโ€™re looking for something to really kickstart reinvigorating your marriage, book a night at a local hotel and go all-in on the bells and whistles. Order room service, enjoy the amenities, and spend some quality one-on-one time together in a cozy place thatโ€™s just far enough away from home.

Date-Night Idea #2: Take a Stay-Cation

The hustle and bustle of our day-to-day lives can detract from our ability to spend quality time together as a couple. With so much to do, it can be difficult to get away on a true vacation. Instead of spending time and money that you donโ€™t have to go somewhere new, you can always take a stay-cation at home! Remove all distractions, like work or social outings, order your favorite foods, and send the kids to a friendโ€™s house for the evening. Settle in and enjoy spending time together doing the best thing of all – absolutely nothing.

Date-Night Idea #3: Learn Something New Together

While school may be the last thing on your mind, learning something new with your significant other is a great way to rebuild a relationship in a healthy way. While challenging and sometimes frustrating, taking the plunge and learning something new can put you both in an uncomfortable situation that can

Date-Night Idea #4: Get Cooking

Another fun date-night idea that will have you working (and eating!) together is to cook an amazing meal. You can do so at home by downloading a new recipe and sourcing the necessary ingredients or you can always opt for an online ZOOM cooking class or an in-person class at your local college. No matter how you do it, cooking something delicious together is a great way to rekindle the fire in your relationship.

Date-Night Idea #5: Catch a Drive-In Flick

If youโ€™re lucky enough to live close to a retro drive-in movie theater, this date-night idea is for you. Relive the good days and inspire new ones to come with your significant other by popping into your local drive-in theater for a fun, low-maintenance date night out. You can bring your own snacks and cuddle up in the front seat while you kick back and watch a movie together.

Date-Night Idea #6: Dance the Night Away

When was the last time that you took your partner out to dance? Whether you have two left feet or are a natural athlete, heading out for a night of dancing the night away can be a fun and rewarding date-night experience. And if youโ€™re feeling a little self-conscious, you can always opt for an introductory dance class to learn the steps with your significant other!

Date-Night Idea #7: Go for Some Thrills

For any adrenaline-loving couples or those who are looking for something super exciting to spice things up, going for some thrills at your local amusement park is a great date-night idea. Try out a new roller coaster, get soaked on a river rapids ride, or just walk around and enjoy each otherโ€™s company for an exciting and fun day of adventure with your partner.

Date-Night Idea #8: Work Up a Sweat

This isnโ€™t quite what you think – weโ€™re talking about getting active with your partner! From taking a hike in the local park to attending a brand new workout class at your local gym to taking a bike ride down to the beach, doing something fun and physical can help you both work up a sweat and experience something new in a low pressure environment with plenty of exercise-induced endorphins to go along with it.

Date-Night Idea #9: Make a Great Escape

Another great date-night idea to rekindle your relationship is to take on the challenge of an escape room. These trendy experiences involve being โ€˜lockedโ€™ in a room and working through a variety of puzzles in order to escape. If you attend an escape room with your partner, youโ€™ll have a fun time while also learning how to work together better in order to solve a variety of puzzles and overcome an abundance of silly obstacles.

Date-Night Idea #10: Give Back to the Community

While volunteer work may not seem like a traditional date-night idea, giving back to the community through acts of service can truly be rewarding and bring couples closer together. Take a look at organizations in need around you and find one that aligns with your values as a couple and interests. Love animals? Volunteer for a shift walking shelter dogs or playing with kittens at your local rescue. Interested in helping the elderly? Volunteer to read books to bed-bound patients at local hospice organizations.

Keep the Spark Alive: Make Time for Each Other

No matter where you and your partner are in your relationship journey, itโ€™s important to never forget to keep dating them along the way. Whether youโ€™ve been together for two years or twenty years, keeping things fun and showing appreciation for who they are is a great way to keep your marriage involved and keep things interesting. From fun nights out doing new activities together to simple stay-cations without the kids, there are plenty of ways to spend quality one-on-one time with your spouse and remember why you fell in love to begin with.

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Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin

Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin is an Imago relationship therapist and certified (master level) Imago workshop presenter with over 20 years of experience hosting couples therapy retreats in-person and online.

Picture of Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin

Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin

Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin is an Imago relationship therapist and certified (master level) Imago workshop presenter with over 20 years of experience hosting couples therapy retreats in-person and online.

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