The Best Unique Date Night Experiences for Couples Who are Tired of Dinner and a Movie

1. Virtual Reality Adventures: Step Into Another World

If you haven’t tried VR yet, let me be the first to tell you, it gets REAL. Companies like Sandbox VR do a great job of immersing you into a new world. They take virtual reality to the next level, dropping you into hyper-realistic environments where you and your partner can fight off aliens, escape haunted houses, or battle zombies together.

If you're into the heart pounding, adrenaline pumping fun, we'd definitely recommend giving Sandbox or other companies a try. We will say, if you're not into scary things, maybe try one of the less intense games. There are plenty of friendly co-op games that you and your partner can play together and still have a great VR experience.

2. Indoor Skydiving: Experience The Fun Without the Actual Danger

Looking for the thrill of skydiving without actually jumping out a plane? Indoor skydiving would be a great option. Companies like iFLY lets you experience the sensation of free falling but instead of falling out of the sky, you're inside a wind tunnel.

What makes this a fun date night? You’ll laugh a lot. The first few seconds in the tunnel are so funny because you're trying to figure out how to balance while not just being tossed around by the wind. Once you get the hang of it though, it’s an unreal feeling. Plus, watching each other attempt to “fly” (or spin uncontrollably) is hilarious.

3. Archery Lessons: Channel Your Inner Katniss & Hawkeye

Okay hear me out, I know archery might not sound like an exciting date night, but its wildly satisfying pulling back the bowstring, and hitting the target dead center. And on top of that, being there to support your partner and learn together makes this an amazing date night.

If you're worried about looking like a noob and embarrassing yourself because you've never picked up a bow before, don't worry. Most beginner classes are really helpful and you will end of leaving feeling so much more confident than when you came in.

What else makes this a unique date? The challenge, the competition, and trying something new together. It’s not as easy as it looks, but that’s what makes it so rewarding. Plus, it’s the kind of activity that gets better the more you do it. You might even like it so much, you come back and give it another try.

4. Escape Rooms: Test Your Teamwork Under Pressure

Okay, this one is like Uno. Super fun to play but escape rooms have the ability to ummmm, add a bit of stress to a relationship. But just look at it as a fun relationship test. You and your partner crack the clues, solve the puzzles, and escape before time runs out? Each room has a different story and theme, from heist, to murder mysteries, to prison breaks, and you’ll have to work together to figure it all out.

Why do an escape room as a unique date? Its so fun racing against the clock, and you get to see how your partner things and reacts under pressure. There’s nothing like that moment when you finally crack the final clue and escape with seconds to spare.

Final Thoughts

If you're looking for a date night that’s on the complete other side of boring, these experiences will definitely deliver. Whether you're being help afloat by a powerful wind tunnel, dodging virtual bullets, or unleashing your inner action hero, you’ll leave with great memories.

So, what’s your next adventure?