The winter months bring on awful days of freezing and dreary weather. It's a struggle to get out of your cozy bed to hike to class in the cold, snow, and ice. It's hard to keep up your motivation for anything when you're freezing and the sun goes down so early every day. But don't let winter time ruin the fun in your relationship. Cozy on up for some winter date ideas.
1. See a movie together.
It's awards season, so go see one or two of the films nominated for an Oscar. You get to keep warm while seeing a great movie and enjoying some delicious popcorn or candy. Who doesn't love movies on a cold day?
2. Or stay home and have a movie marathon.
Sometimes it's just too hard to leave the house in the winter. So snuggle up on the couch and watch some movies or a TV series together. My boyfriend and I binged on the "Harry Potter" films over winter break and it was one of the best parts of break.
3. Go to a hockey game.
Hockey is one of the best winter sports. It's exciting and entertaining, making it a perfect date idea. Support OU's hockey team (or your respective school) or make a day trip up to Columbus to watch the Blue Jackets. They even have a special deal for college students.
4. Go ice skating.
5. Cook a meal together.
Do you have a meal pinned on Pinterest that you've been dying to try out? Well, when it's too cold to go out to dinner, it's the perfect time to finally make it. It's also probably cheaper than dining out, which is a plus. Cooking together is a fun bonding activity.
6. Go on a walk.
If it's not too cold and you can handle the chill, take a walk around town. Campus is beautiful in the snow. And you can super cute pictures in the snow for Instagram.
7. Go to Strouds.
Strouds is freaking beautiful in the winter. You don't have to stay for long, but you will be blown away by the beauty of the park. The lake freezes over and it's a sight to see. If the weather is nice enough, hike the trails. Nature is neat.
8. Have a coffee date.
Support you local businesses by visiting local coffee shops. Try something new at every shop to keep it interesting. You and your partner can catch up, do homework, or read. Sometimes you just need a relaxing date.
9. Have a wine night.
Or a beer night if that suits you. Going uptown to the bars in the winter is sometimes just downright torturous. Dealing with the cold and ice is not fun. But staying home and getting tipsy with your bae is.
10. Game nights are fun too.
Gather some friends or other couples together and play some video or board games. A little competition is always refreshing. Have some drinks and some snacks and you'll be set. Cards Against Humanity is my personal favorite game.
11. Go to a concert.
Whether it's a local band or a famous musician, music is good for the soul. Even if the two of you just pick a random show to go to, you'll still have fun together.
12. Visit a local brewery.
Craft beer is delicious and very popular right now. Small local breweries are popping up everywhere. In a small town like Athens, we have three! Try something new together and get to know the people behind the businesses. They have some great stories.
13. Go bowling.
Bowling is a lot of fun and a great indoor activity to do on a date. It can also get pretty competitive, which makes it even more fun. Make a wager of some sort with your partner to make it even better.
14. Play in the snow.
This is a winter classic. Build a snowman, make snow angels, or have a snow ball fight with your boyfriend or girlfriend. When it gets too cold, come in for some hot chocolate.
