Valentine’s Day is tomorrow! Are you still looking for something to do with your significant other? Maybe you’re on a budget and you need some ideas that are not going to cost you to much. I’m always hunting for deals on a budget. I love to save money, so being able to do something on Valentine’s Day with my husband has to be something that won’t cost us to much. I have a list of some great ideas that you can do with your partner so that you’re not spending to much, but still having fun.
- Stay at home and watch a movie. Have some popcorn and pizza with it. You don’t have to go out and watch a movie at the theater and spend a ton of money. You can just stay home and watch a movie on t.v. or rent one from a place like Redbox for a great price. You can even head to your local library and find some great movies there and not have to spend anything. Grab some pizza and/or popcorn and watch a movie at home.
- Dine in at home. You can always have a candle lite dinner at home. You can cook up something great at home that won’t cost you as much as it would if you went out to eat. If you’re not that good at cooking yourself, you can always buy something like some wine, cheese, chocolates, bread or fruit. It’s a simple yet fun dining at home experience!
- Stargaze. Make sure to put on some warm clothes before you head out. You can set out a blanket if you don’t have a porch/deck to sit on. Just sit with your partner and watch the starts. You can bring out some drinks and food as well. Something warm like hot chocolate would be great. Grab some snacks like strawberries, cheese, crackers or even wine if you want.
- Massage. Instead of going out for a massage, just give your partner a massage. You can each give each other a massage. Having your partner give you a massage is always so much better then going out and getting one from a complete stranger.
- Video Games. If you both enjoy playing video games, do that together. It’s always more fun when you play video games together.
- Scavenger Hunt. A scavenger hunt is always fun for everyone! Have your spouse answer some riddles to continue to find all the hidden riddles. Make them lead to something for your spouse. It could lead to a dinner, activities you have planned, a gift or anything you can think of.
- Go Ice Skating. Depending on where you live, ice skating is usually free or not to expensive. This is a great way to be close with your partner and have some fun while ice skating.
- Take a Walk. Bundle up and take a walk. I personally love taking walks, and it’s even better when you are with your loved ones.
- Go to the Park. You may be surprised at how fun it is at the park. There are usually a lot of activities you can do at the park, or you can just walk around. My park has tennis, disc golf, playground for kids and a few other things to do. Check out yours to see what they have.
- Play Games. I love board games! I would have so much fun just staying home and playing some games on Valentine’s Day. It’s fun and it costs nothing! (unless you have to go buy games of course)
- Fondue. If you have the fondue machine at home, this is a great way to spend your evening. Dip some fruits in some chocolate and feed each other. I think it is always fun to feed each other.
- Coffee Shop. Head to your local coffee shop and get something to drink and have some dessert. It’s a cheaper way to still go out and have something. I would eat dinner at home and then go out for some some beverages and dessert.
- Backyard Fire Pit. If you live where you can have a fire in your backyard, do that. You can cuddle up with your partner and roast some marshmallows.
- Go Sledding. Sledding is always a lot of fun. If you have enough snow, go out and find a great place to go sledding.
- Attend a free concert. You may be able to find a free concert at local parks around your area. That way you can still enjoy some music and not have to spend anything.
- Take a Bath. Whether you want to take one alone or with your spouse, a bath is a great way to relax.
There are so many ways you can spend Valentine’s Day together without spending to much. No matter what your budget is, you can always find something to do to spend time with your loved ones.
How many of you have plans for Valentine’s Day? How do you plan to spend the day?
robin Rue says
These are great date night ideas. I will keep these in mind the next time my hubby and I get a date night.
KatBp says
Great! I think they’re all great. I’d love any of these date nights with my husband.
We were actually trying to think of ideas of what to do this Valentines. This gives us some great ideas. I definitely will be trying one or two of them.
Great! I love inexpensive ways to have fun!
Great ideas!
Thanks!
I love these ideas!!!! With three kids, date nights can add up fast so I am always looking for ways to save money!
Right! I agree.
Those are all awesome ideas and I am on a budget too. I especially liked the outdoorsy ones as long as you dress forit skating or sledding and ten coming in and warming up sounds amazing Home movie choices now are increased and we love to find a good one
I’m always on a budget. I love being able to do things and save money at the same time.
These are all such great ideas! Everyone thinks you have to spend and arm and a led to have a romantic night, but you really don’t.
Exactly! Just spending time together is great.
Great tips! These are fun ideas but really affordable! Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome.
Budget ideas are so great! I know for us that we love to have some fun times but not spend a lot.
Definitely! I love being able to save money.
I love date nights with my hubby. Thanks for the ideas.
You’re welcome.
All of these are such great ideas! There is literally a list that could be recycled over and over again.
Right! I love being able to save money.
A scavenger hunt sounds like such a great idea. I will have to keep these in mind!
Great! Scavenger hunts are always so much fun!
Sometimes simple is just so much better and relaxing. It is a lot of work and money to go all out for Valentines!
Exactly! It’s nice to just stay in.
My husband and I like to have date nights often, but neither one of us likes to spend a lot of money. We try to do something on the cheaper side. There is a great movie theater near us that plays movies for just $2.50. That’s my kind of price.
That’s great! That’s my kind of price too. I love saving money.
These are great ideas for Valentines day. I am planning a couples massage and a nice dinner.
That sounds so great!
Massage is a great way to help your partner relax and let go of stress. It would be a great date night surprise.
I agree. It’s always a great to reduce stress.
This is a really great list. People underestimate the he of date nights!
Exactly!
These are all great ideas. Yes to the free concert. there are so many around. Would definitely work if you want to get out on the town. I enjoy the movie home idea too. Massages while watching. Yes! Love.
I thought they were some great ideas. I enjoy doing all of them.
What a fun and sweet ideas, this is really perfect tonight Valentines day for couples.
Right! Lots of great ideas.
These are all great ideas. I can’t remember the last time I went stargazing or ice skating.
Me either. I miss going ice skating.
I’m a big fan of saving money so anytime I can do anything on a budget works for me. 🙂 These are great date ideas especially the fondue. I make it in the crockpot.
Same here. I love saving money when I can.
I love all that is on your list. There are still fun way to celebrate Valentine’s day without spending much money but still enjoying the quality time.
Exactly. There is plenty you can do.
These are great ideas! It really doesn’t have to cost a bunch to have a good time!
Exactly!
I live alone and am single but I still love to go out to eat or stay in for movie nights. I’ll try some of your tips this year.
Movie nights are the best.
These are all great ideas for date nights on a budget for any time of the year. Great post!
Thanks!
These are perfect ideas! Honestly, my favorite is stay home LOL. I much enjoy staying home on crowded holidays like Valentine’s Day!
I agree. I would rather be at home too.
I love all of these ideas. Date night doesn’t have to be expensive. I lucked out and got a massage today. 🙂
Definitely! There is so much to do that doesn’t cost much.
These are some great ideas for Valentine’s Day if you’re on a budget. Heck, they’re even great if you aren’t on a budget! Thanks for sharing!
Right! They’re great for everyone.
Love these budget friendly ideas! We never go too extreme so this is perfect for us!
Same here. We try to go on the cheaper side.
These are wonderful suggestions. My husband and I just went out for coffee last night.
That’s good! I think it’s great to go somewhere where you’re not spending a ton.
With our busy schedule and 5 kids (3 of which had basketball practice), we didn’t go anywhere; but I tried to make a special dinner everyone would like. Great list of things to do!
That’s always nice. I know it can be really busy during this time.
Board games are always a great idea for a date night. I think adding the fondu is the perfect idea!
I agree. I love games!
I’ll have to keep some of these in mind for next Valentines day (maybe I’ll have a special someone by then) It’s my 1st year divorced so I’m not used to being alone for this holiday… Oh well, treating myself isn’t a bad thing (the bath sounds great!
awesome low budget list!
Thanks! I think some time alone is always great though too.
Budget are so great. Thanks for these ideas me and my hubby didn’t celebrate a Valentines day we love saving money instead
You’re welcome! 🙂
These are all great date night ideas for Valentine’s day. I love the idea of sitting around the fire pit and the game idea too. It would be nice to do something that is not the same old thing. Thanks for sharing the ideas.
You’re welcome. I know these make great ideas for any date night too.
Love those ideas! You don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy Valentine’s Day. 🙂 We always go out to dinner on V-day and give each other gifts. We also surprise the little one with a gift. 🙂
Exactly. I hate spending money as is, so these are great for me.
What great, low-key romantic ideas. I love them all.
Thanks!
These are great gift ideas for people who are on a budget. Also, some people are celebrating the weekend so I’m sure this will still be good to use. – yolonda
Right! I would do these for any date night. Doesn’t have to be Valentine’s Day either.
Love these ideas.. I love simple Valentine’s Day date, usually spend time with my kids too!
Same here.
Blissfully Single and a Spa Day is what I have planned 🙂
I love taking a walk,. Such a great way and to spend quality time with someone. Great ideas here too
Yes, it sure is.