5 underrated budget-friendly date ideas

Painting & DIY night Grab some paints and paintbrushes, and unleash the inner artists and handiwork wizards in you!

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Games night Level up your date night by heading to the gaming zone.

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Movie night Create your own cinema experience at home. Choose a theme, make popcorn, and cuddle up for a movie marathon.

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Picnic in the park On a weekend, you can whisk away to the park for a romantic picnic under the open sky.

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Stargazing There is nothing more romantic than lying under the stars. Here's your cue to make it happen.

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