Hey there Mama’s (and maybe even partners)!
Valentine’s Day is upon us once more… and you are probably wondering what to do this year? I have always asked myself “do we really need ONE day to show our love?” The answer is yes, Why not? It can be a good excuse to be a couple and to do things together in the name of LOVE! What’s wrong with that?
It’s a good idea to show your partner that you love them everyday during the year, but it can be fun to have an extra special day to celebrate your love for one another. That is why I have compiled 22 Sweet (at home) date ideas to do on Valentine’s Day with your sweetie-poo!
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22 Sweet Date Ideas to do at home!
1. Date Day Hike or Long Walk.
I guess this one is technically not at home, but what a better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than to enjoy the outdoors together. Plus its cheap! That’s a WIN in my book. Find a new trail or hike that you’ve never done and tackle it together!
2. Pamper One Another.
There are lots of ways to pamper each other, be creative and have fun. You can do messages on each other, spa treatments like foot soaks, or face masks. It is a way to bond and giggle together.
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3. DIY Project (that you have wanted to get done for the last 2 years)
I’m sure, if you are like me, there is several things you would like to get done. Turn it into something fun you can do together with your partner. Maybe it’s that room that still needs to be painted or the garden that needs to be cared for. Maybe its something new, like updating your kitchen or bathroom.
4.Camping at home
Camping at home is so much fun! Set up a tent in the backyard or in the living room (if it’s too cold outside). Make homemade smores in the firepit outback or with this super fun smores kit. Either way it is going to be a blast! I highly recommend adding some Christmas lights to create a nice ambiance.
5.Bubble Bath.
Taking a bubble bath can be the ultimate way to relax. Add in some Epsom salt and your favorite bubbles. This can make for a intimate, soothing evening. Check out my favorite bubble bath and Epsom salt EVER by Dr. Teal’s!
6.Nostalgic Date Night.
Spend some quality time together looking back at old pictures and videos. These memories are precious and so fun to reminisce about.
7.Do a Puzzle Together.
Completing a puzzle can be a fun thing to do as a team. Building teamwork and good communication can be crucial for a couple.
Let me tell you, if you have kids you need a way to keep ALL the pieces together. Check out this awesome Puzzle Table!
8. Build a Valentine’s Day Fort.
This is my most favorite thing to do on Valentine’s Day. It gives all the feels and lets your inner child come out to play!
9. Make Sushi for Dinner.
Sushi is a unique, fun dinner option. And making your own at home together for Valentine’s Day could be the recipe for the perfect date. If you are a beginner like me, I would recommend getting a sushi making kit, like this one!
10. Hang White Christmas Light in Your Bedroom.
I swear, twinkling white lights make the soul happy. I guess that’s why we put them up at Christmas time. I found that a string of white or warm lights in the bedroom can create a calming, comfortable feel. Valentine’s Day is a special time to snuggle up with your honey and enjoy that happy, unified moment.
11. Outdoor Projector For A Fun Movie Night In The Backyard.
Movie nights can be super entertaining, but how romantic is it to snuggle up outside and watch your favorite rom-com on Valentine’s Day. Projectors are fun because you can move them where you want, inside, outside or on a trip. Check out this Projector and screen for your viewing pleasures.
12. Picnic Outside.
Find your favorite spot and make it your new tradition. Stopping to have a picnic lunch while on your hike can be a fun way to celebrate love. It would also be very romantic to have a picnic by candle light watching the sun set. Also, picnics don’t need to be complicated, choose easy.. like pizza in the backyard!
13. Fondue Dessert.
What is sexier than cold, red strawberries dipped in hot dark chocolate? Nothing, that’s what! Bust out your fondue pot and bring sexy back this Valentine’s Day! And if you don’t have a fondue pot, you better be getting one! Check out this one on Amazon.
14. Record A Video Keepsake Of How You Met.
Ok, is this not a cutest idea? How special to be able to go back and re-watch this years down the road or to pass on to your children. Set up that tripod and hit record, let the story happen organically and genuinely from the heart. You won’t regret this one!
15. Have a Themed Date Night
Pick something fun like a Masquerade party, Vampires, 1920 flappers, Toga party or Hollywood. This can be a fun way to do something different and out of the “norm”. Let the creativity flow and base your whole evening around the theme you pick.
16. Dinner From Around The World.
Learn to cook something that you’ve never made before, and, learn together! Pick somewhere in the world and make that culture’s cuisine.
The food may flop and you may end up ordering pizza but you will have fun learning and researching another culture. Broaden your horizons together and if it’s too expensive to travel there, bring it to your home and to your kitchen. CLICK HERE for a worldly cookbook called Cook Like a Local By: Chris Shepherd.
17. Homemade Ice Cream.
Heat it up by cooling it down with homemade ice cream! What a yummy way to enjoy Valentine’s Day together. Make your favorite ice cream and share it with someone special.
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18. Stargaze in the Backyard.
Spread out that blanket and bring out every pillow in the house. Cuddling up under the stars is a must-do on Valentine’s Day. Just thinking about it, relaxes me!
We have been collecting these Mexican Blankets for years and they are our go-to outdoor blankets. Check them out HERE!
19. Breakfast in Bed.
Who doesn’t deserve a little breakfast in bed. I know, I know it’s a bit cliché but sometimes it’s ok to be cliché and swoon over your loved one.
I say that Valentine’s Day can be simple and fun with breakfast in bed, staying in pajamas ALL DAY and cuddles.
20. Video Game Night.
Video games may not sound like a real romantic evening but it sure would be lively. If you and your partner are in need of letting loose and having some fun, turn on your competitive side and play Mario cart or the Wii bowling.
You will laugh your asses off and unleash some of that pent up stress.
21. Wine & Cheese Night.
Create a night in Italy in the comforts of your own home. Make a beautiful charcuterie board and crack open your favorite bottle of wine (or if you don’t drink wine, your favorite sparkling cider)
There are so many options and ideas for charcuterie boards, have fun with it and come up with something special. Here is the Charcuterie board we have and its a goody!
22. Game Night.
Game night is one of our go-to date nights. It is a fun way spend quality time together. If you don’t have a lot of two person board games, there are several card games that are fun for two. Here is a list of some good ones…
The Day is About Celebrating LOVE!
No Matter what you choose to do on Valentine’s Day this year, do it together. Valentine’s Day can be a day where you bitch and moan about the holiday being created by the candy companies or you can base the day around love and togetherness.
I hope this list of 22 Sweet (at home) date ideas to do on Valentine’s Day, gives you some new ways to spruce up and have fun this year.
If you have someone in your life that may not have someone to celebrate the day with, invite them over and celebrate all together. It doesn’t have the look a certain way or be overly romantic. It can be as simple as game night and pizza with friends.
To those of you that are single mamas… my hat’s off to you and I commend and respect you. You are the queens of badass mamas and you should show yourself the love you deserve.
This day is about love! Be the love, spread the love, and enjoy being loved. You deserve it.
Cheers to another adulting win. Wishing you success and lots of patience!
Love,
Trista
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Olivia
These are such cute and fun ideas! I love the outdoor movie night and nostalgia date night ones in particular.
Trista
Thanks Olivia! I hope you have a fun Valentine’s day today!
Catherine
These are some great ideas! My husband and I may have to pick one of these because we have no plans as of now. Lol We enjoy staying at home though!
Trista
Catherine, same! If we can do fun things together and stay at home.. that’s a win! Thanks for reading and I appreciate the feedback!