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10 Valentine's Day Date Ideas in Macon that Cost Less than $25

When in doubt, add a special twist to this classic day!

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10 Valentine's Day Date Ideas in Macon that Cost Less than $25

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, many people are scrambling to plan outings and dates for them and their significant others. But whether you are celebrating with your S.O. or a group of friends, dates and outings can break the bank very easily. Here are 10 ideas in Macon, Ga for your Valentine's Day date night that cost less than $25!

1. Hit up the Bowling Alley!

Going bowling can easily fit in this price range of $25! If you live in Macon, Pin Strikes Bowling Alley has a special on Tues/Thurs for $2.75 per game and per shoe rental! Lucky for us, Valentine's Day is on a Tuesday! So if you are hoping to have a casual and fun outing with friends or your S.O. this is a very fun option!

2. Pizza Kitchen

If you are anything like me, pizza is no. 1 bae and nothing is complete without a slice! If you are also like me, you love to try your hand at cooking! This idea is very affordable and fun-make your kitchen a pizza kitchen! Go to your local grocer and purchase pre-made pizza dough, marinara sauce, cheese of your choice and any toppings you love (fresh basil is the best!)

3. Visit Local Historical Sites

Macon is jam-packed with historical sites for exploration! The place pictured above is the Hay House. This house is located right by campus, but there is more than just what meets the eye! The inside is very expansive and has a lot of Greek influences, but if you or your date are history buffs, you will love this location! (Right across the street is the Woodruff House and the Mercer Law School Lawn as well, both are great adventure places too!) A tour in the Hay House for college students is $7 per ticket! And you can take a tower tour of the upper osculus as well! Check out the website for hours and more details!

4. Go grab a drink and play arcade at Retrocade Macon!

Located on Cherry St., there is a new addition to Macon - Reboot Retrocade & Bar! Open from 1-8pm for all ages and 8-till for adults over 21, this new spot offers a wide range of arcade games to play and cocktails to taste! So if you and your date are into gaming this is the place for you! There is no cover to get in, the board games on tables are free and tokens to play arcade games are 25 c each. So this is a very reasonable outing that you could pair with another from this list! Check their website for hours of operation and more info!

5. Milkshakes from the Rookery

If you have a sweet tooth and are up for a treat, head over to The Rookery in Macon for one of their famous milkshakes! The Rook is known for their burgers but if you are exploring downtown Macon on Valentine's Day, stopping in for a moon-pie milkshake is a total must! These shakes are $5 each but are worth every cent! For a full menu and hours of operation, check out their website!

6. Picnic at Amerson River Park If you are up for a beautiful location to picnic at, Amerson is the place to go! Located along the Ocmulgee River, this park has pavilions and hiking trails and is a must-see here in Macon! So pack up some subs and chips and head out for a fun afternoon with your date! The park is open till 6pm everyday!

7. Game Night!

If you and your date are competitive in nature, a friendly game night might be fun! This Valentine's game night is the perfect twist on your traditional popcorn and board game night! I recommend picking up a fun board game or set of playing cards from a local store (most are less than $15). To add a romantic and unexpected twist, grab some strawberries and chocolate and make chocolate-covered strawberries together! Win or lose, this date is sure to be sweet!

8. Find your favorite constellations in the night sky

If you are looking for a fun outing to do that doesn't even require leaving your location, check out the night sky! Stargazing is my favorite pastime and SkyView is a free app that helps you piece together constellations in the sky above you! Use it to find your favorite constellations as well as stars and even planets! So grab some blankets and head outside.

9. At-Home Fondue Date

Fondue is a classic date night that can be quite pricey. But you can make fondue anywhere! A great idea for a date night is a movie and fondue night. Don't have a fondue pot or know of any recipies? Check out this article! It offers classic recipes and over 3 options of how to make fondue without the classic pot! Go cheese or chocolate or both and you won't regret it. Then snuggle up for a classic movie like The Notebook to match the classic flavors of fondue!

10. Reading and coffee Date

This may seem like an antisocial date night idea, but if you and your date are bookworms, take a trip to a local bookshop. Grab a hot tea or coffee, sit together and read books! Just being together and sharing quotes from books you both love is a perfect way to spend Valentine's Day!

Well, there are 10 date ideas that are not going to break the bank and that appeal to all different types of people! Whether you are single or in a relationship, I wish you the happiest of Valentine's Days!

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