Second Date Ideas
A second date idea can be an important opportunity to get to know someone better and see if there is potential for a longer-term relationship. It can also be a chance to build on the connection and chemistry established on the first date. We’re here to help you choose a fun and memorable activity for the second date to keep the conversation flowing.
Best Second Date Ideas
Do a Sport or Activity You Both Have Never Done
Trying something unfamiliar can also be a great way to break the ice and take the pressure off of conversation, since you will have something else to focus on and discuss.
Go to a Local Non-Professional Sports Game
A local sports game is a good way to get out and do something active and energetic, which can be a good way to have a shared experience. It’s also a low-cost and casual evening out, sincemany non-professional games are less expensive/ formal than pro games.
Go Kart Racing
Go kart racing is a competitive activity, adding an element of excitement and challenge to the date idea. Additionally, it can be a good way to test eachother’s skills and see who is the better driver!
Visit a National or State Park
National and state parks often have a variety of recreational opportunities and natural wonders to explore, such as waterfalls, forests, mountains, and wildlife.
Kayak/Canoe/Tube a River or Lake
Kayaking, canoeing, or tubing is good way to get some exercise and fresh air while doing a fun and relaxing activity while connecting with nature.
Do a Pub, Coffee Shop, or Thrift Store Crawl
A pub, coffee ship or thrift store crawl will provide an opportunity for you both to try new places and explore different neighborhoods or areas.
Go to a Class That Teaches You How To Make Something
Have a fun experience by learning a new skill or hobby together. It’s a chance to try something new and creative, helping to stimulate your minds and keep things interesting during the date.
Go Fishing Togehter
Borrow, rent, or buy cheap fishing poles and find out where to local fishing spots are around you.
Active Second Date Ideas
Get active for your second date with these active date ideas.
Play Laser Tag Together Go to an Escape Room
Find a Place With a Rock Climbing Wall and Climb
A day pass to your local rock climbing gym will be $25-35+ (depending on your location). It’s a more expensive date but it’s a good opportunity to have a natural break in conversation due to the nature of rock climbing.
Note: Your arms will get pretty tired, pretty fast so if you have the time, do another activity in-between sessions!
Drive Around Looking for Yard Sales
Download the Ebay App before you go to see how much certain items can sell for online!
Take a Salsa, Bachata, or Swing Dance Class Together
Salsa, Bachata, Swing, or Line Dance socials almost always have a beginner lessons for 30 minutes before the actual social. This also makes for a good date idea if you want an alcohol-free date. Note: The dance socials usually start at 9 or 10pm, so expect a late night out!
Buy a Bunch of Seeds And Plant Them All Around Town
Go Jogging Together
Some would say this is a 3rd date or further into the dating process; however, if you both like running, set a reasonable talking pace you know both of you can run.
Rent a Sailboat or Paddleboats
Do Some Geocaching
Go to a Shooting Range
Go Ziplining
Do An Animal Encounter At a Zoo
Buy Some Kites And Go Fly Them
Take a Mini Road Trip To Someplace Not Too Far Away
Go to an Indoor Trampoline Gym or Obstacles Course
Go for a Hike
This is a classic date idea for people who love the outdoors. Don’t forget a map, sunscreen, and lunch for when you get to the top.
Foodie Second Date Ideas
If you both love food, these foodie date ideas are perfect to satisfy your appetites and curiosities.
Go On a Brewery Tour
Fine a Craft Beer Bar and Try All the Beers
Taco or Ice Cream Crawl
Go Foraging For Edible Plants and Berries and Make a Meal With Them
Cook Together at Home
Picnic at Home
If the weather is decent, setup a picnic on your roof, balcony, or backyard.
Essential Picnic Items: Cooler; Wine; 4-Pack of Seasonal Beer; Paper Towels; Blanket; Plates/Utensils; Cups; Bug Spray
Artsy Second Date Ideas
Need an artsy date idea? Experience new culture or explore your local art scene wit these date ideas.
Buy Some Lego Kits And Put Them Together
Get Some Coloring Books And Color
Find a Bingo Place
Go to a Concert or Stand-up Comedy Show
While you’re at it, here’s some candy puns and fish puns to make your partner snicker.
Get Some Sidewalk Chalk and Get Creative
Go to a Local Festival
Write a Story Together
See a Play or Musical
If you live in a city, find a smaller venue since tickets might be cheaper but it’s still makes for a fun, late night date idea!
Go to an Open Mic Night
Support your local artist at an open mic night during your second date.
Buy Some Paints/Canvas and Find a Place To Paint
Read our blog post for how to have a painting date idea at home.
Do One of Those Wine and Painting Classes
Go to a PaintNite or pickup art supplies at a local craft store and host your own paint night at home. Attending a PaintNite class (or similar) will cost you around $30-40/person.
Do Some Pub Trivia
Go to a Board Game Café or Arcade Bar
Read out blog post on how to have a fun arcade date night!
Get Lyrical and Write an Original Song
Find a Project on Pinterest or Instructable and Make It Together
Other Second Date Ideas
Find Something Touristy In Your Area Neither of You Has Done
Do a Photo Booth Crawl and Make Silly Photos
Do some Google-ing to find a venue, bar, or restaurant that offers a photo-booth before you go out.
Go to a Rodeo
Find a Beautiful Place To Skip Rocks
Pretend to be a Wealthy Couple and Test Drive Expensive Cars
Learn About Local History and Visit Some Historical Spots
Go to a Science Center
Go to a Car Show
This makes for an excellent car date idea!
Go to a Local Fundraising Event
Budget Mad Scientist
Watch a Movie In The Park Or At a Drive-In Movie Theater
Grab some snacks and get comfy with your date. If it’s a busy theatre, park near the exit so you don’t have to wait as long.
Go to a Haunted House
Try To Take Great Pictures of Each Other In Different Locations
Volunteer At a Local Charity
Join a Fun Meetup Together
Play Fake Tour Guide/Art Expert
Take a Factory, Brewery, or Bakery Tour
Find a local business that offers free or paid tours of their facilities.
