30 Fun Date Ideas Around Milwaukee for Couples

Have you always wanted to take on a DIY project but you're not sure where to start? Board and Brush is a great opportunity to assemble and decorate your very own personalized rustic decor. Many of the calendar dates include the "pick your own project" option which allows you to choose from any of the projects listed in their gallery. Plan on about three hours to complete your project. Beer and wine are available for purchase to enjoy while you work. No experience required!

Concerts can be expensive, but not at Milwaukee's Cactus Club! The small, edgy venue hosts weekend concerts that will leave you with enough cash to buy band t-shirts. Upcoming concerts include alternative music to fit every taste and budget.

Explore local history and culture with a refreshing daytime date. Admire the view from the lighthouse tower, pack a picnic to enjoy on the grounds, and pick up a souvenir for the kids from the gift shop. Looking for an excuse to visit over and over? Look into one of volunteer opportunities and let your enthusiasm support the lighthouse restoration and community education.

If you and your significant other are the nostalgic type, then take a trip down memory lane by visiting The Oriental Theatre! The Oriental maintains the look and feel of a 1930's era movie theatre. However, they do have some modern amenities like being able to get a drink at the in-house bar and enjoy it while watching the movie!

There are many spots to go bowling around Milwaukee, but try something new and go mini bowling instead! Koz's is the last duckpin bowling in the U.S. If you have never gone mini bowling, games use a smaller lane and a smaller ball. Koz's has four mini bowling lanes, billiards, darts and even a jukebox. Check it out for a more relaxing date night.

Rent a tandem kayak or canoe and spend hours paddling the Milwaukee and connected rivers with your sweetheart. This date is an adventurous way to experience nature and the sights of the city at the same time. Do note, they are closed during the chilly seasons, and are busy in spring and summer time, so plan (and reserve ahead) accordingly. Each tandem kayak or canoe can accommodate two adults, or one adult and one child.

Reserve your tee time, set up your course boundaries, add your obstacles, and play a round of miniature golf on the course you created! Once you're finished, return your equipment and toast your victory at their fully-stocked bar!

Braise Restaurant has a culinary school that offers a diverse selection of hands-on cooking classes for both new and accomplished home cooks in Milwaukee. Past class themes have included Mexican street food, cookie decorating, rustic Italian (date night themed!), homemade pasta, and gluten free cooking.

ComedySportz is an excellent option when you're looking for a night full of funny jokes and non-stop humor. Improv shows do sell out so be sure buy your tickets ahead of time. ComedySportz Matches are played every weekend and it's like watching a comedy show performed on stage as a sport.

Stress-free "me" time--as a couple! Schedule a couples massage at Knick, or join their membership club for discounts on regular relaxation dates. Knick offers spa packages for facials, manicures and pedicures, too.

Add some mystery to your night out and book a spot in one of the available rooms at Escape the Room Milwaukee. Here, you will work with a group of friends to figure out clues which will (hopefully) help you find your way out of the locked room.

If you're a seasoned climber or new to the sport, rock climbing at Adventure Rock is ideal for a fun and fresh date night.

The Market offers both hands-on and demonstration classes in a wide variety of cuisines and topics. Each week is a new theme for you and your significant other to enjoy! Past class themes have included food as medicine, homemade pasta, homemade bread and soups, pizza, breakfast, chicken, and Korean BBQ!

Tour the first distillery in Wisconsin since Prohibition! During the approximately one-hour tour, visitors will learn about their award-winning products, how they make them, and enjoy a guided sampling flight of six spirits.

SafeHouse is a themed family restaurant in Milwaukee that's packed with creative spy missions and decor. In the evening, it's a 21+ crowd featuring a great drink menu and nightlife activities geared for grown ups.