33 Fun Date Ideas Around Dallas for Couples

christadiserio:  For couples that enjoy a fun DIY project, then you can visit Board and Brush for a perfect date night idea. Make a custom wood sign that will make a great piece of decor in your home. There's no need for experience, as the instructor will guide you through all of the different techniques and graphics. As Board and Brush perfectly puts it - all you have to do is bring your creativity and personality. Oh, and we can't forget to mention that wine is provided! Be sure to book your class ahead of time at a location near you.

christadiserio:  From tapas to croissants, you can learn how to make any recipe at Central Market's cooking school in private, interactive classes for small groups. Learn from a chef who will even immerse you in the culture of the cuisine you're making. Recipes will be translated to all skill levels and in some classes, you'll even get to enjoy a tasty beverage while you cook. After you've mastered your delicious meal in the kitchen, you'll get to enjoy it with other class participants. Recipes will be provided for you to take home.

Check out additional cooking schools in Dallas and Fort Worth to enjoy classes as a couple.

Stephanie W.:  If you love attending local sporting events around Dallas, then treat your partner to the Frisco Rough Riders. Bonus: watch this minor league baseball game in a major way by floating on an outdoor lazy river! That's right. The Frisco Rough Riders have a lazy river behind right field, complete with tubes, a bar, restaurant and of course awesome "seats" to the game to keep you entertained. All you can eat hot dogs, brats, chips, peanuts and fountain drinks will make this experience even more sweet, and you and your spouse will never forget this unique date idea!

christadiserio:  Enjoy a stroll through the beautiful Dallas Arboretum; it's one of the best places in DFW for a nature walk any time of the year. You and your significant other will love this quiet time to yourselves in these beautiful gardens. Pack a blanket, a picnic basket with your favorite food, snacks and drinks and find the perfect spot in the Arboretum for a romantic lunch or dinner. Make sure to bring your camera along because you couldn't ask for a more beautiful photo backdrop.

Surprise your partner with tickets to a Cool Thursdays Concert. Listen to a music genre of choice, from Motown to Disco, while enjoying the Arboretum garden and lake views. Cooking classes and demos are enjoyable, too!

christadiserio:  Bowl & Barrel is an incredible boutique bowling alley in Dallas! It’s perfect for a date night because of its intimate setting - with only 15 lanes. They have great cocktails and drinks, a full-service tavern serving traditional American food, as well as awesome audio and video equipment. Due to the smaller venue, making reservations is recommended.

Vanessa M.:  For a date night like none other, take a chocolate class together at Kate Weiser Chocolate. If you've never experienced Kate Weiser Chocolate, you are in for a real treat! Each piece of brightly painted handmade chocolate is a work of art. Classes, like the Hand Painted Bon Bon Class, allow you and your date to experience the chocolate making process, and to try your hand at creating your own stunning 35 piece box of chocolates to take home! BYOB is encouraged! Classes fill up quickly, so be sure to plan ahead for this date.

christadiserio:  Do you and your spouse love to dance? Grab your finest outfits and dancing shoes, & head to Gloria's in Addison for a good time. On select nights after dinner, the staff at Gloria's clears the tables & the inside becomes a dance floor. A local DJ or a live salsa band will begin to play some great Latin hits and dancers will make their way to the floor. So, grab yourself a tasty drink and your dance partner to show off those moves. If at any point you're tired out, it's even fun to hang out by the bar and watch the dancing crowd. Dress code is strictly enforced and some cover charges may apply.

christadiserio:  Step back into time at this cozy, old-school Jazz bar. With music seven nights a week with two bands, you can't go wrong if you choose a weekday night out. Grab a drink with your partner, sit back and relax, while listening to impressive Jazz artists. View a list of upcoming shows. Note: While the The Balcony Club offers a full bar, they do not offer full meals. The Club is within walking distance of several places for late night snacks and you are welcome to BYOF into the club (see FAQ's).

Stephanie W.:  Texas Truck Yard in Lower Greenville offers a unique take on the food truck culture, with free live music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons. You can enjoy lunch or dinner from one of the many rotating food trucks hanging out in the truck yard, and if you're looking for a true break from little ones, come after 9pm any day of the week when the truck yard becomes 21+ only. Delicious cocktails, draft beers, and Philly cheesesteaks are offered every day!

christadiserio:  There are many fun arcades in Dallas, but none like Barcadia which is an adult-only bar in the evening. From epic games like life-size Jenga to skeeball machines, Barcadia has every throwback arcade game imaginable. To top it off, they offer some tasty eats and drinks for you and your partner to enjoy while you play. Sunday Brunch is also offered for an alternative to an evening night out.

Stephanie W.:  If you and your partner have a flair for the dramatic, look no further than Keith and Margo's Murder Mystery! It's set at the Old Mill Inn, a Dallas landmark built in 1936 within the fair grounds. With five different types of events, including a weekend getaway or a murder mystery dinner, expect realistic characters set in a modern environment, and surprises at every turn! And you are sure to meet interesting people and maybe even make new friends along the way.

Enjoy interactive, live, and virtual murder mysteries too.

christadiserio:  Grab your dance partner! Whether you've got moves or have two left feet, swing dancing at Sons of Hermann Hall is for everyone. For the first hour, a dance instructor will break down the basics of swing dancing, which will be followed by open dancing for the rest of the evening. Learn more about the Sons of Hermann Hall and the history of swing dance online, too!

christadiserio:  Are you guys enthusiasts who enjoy pairing different cheese with wine or beer? Every week, Scardello hosts classes that cover specific regions of the world or seasons, in which you'll enjoy a variety of cheese alongside glasses of carefully chosen wine or beer. This will be an informative class, during which you can also have fun with your partner! This is truly a date that keeps it classy.

Check the schedule for many upcoming classes, and enjoy virtual events too!

Stephanie W.:  Stroll through the Dallas Farmers Market, which has free entry 7 days of the week! This is the perfect date idea, and a great place to enjoy sans kiddos. The Market Shops consists of a giant food hall and market with four restaurants, a mixture of local specialty foods, and seating areas both inside and outside. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, The Shed offers an open-air farmers market with local farmers selling produce, dairy, meat, bread and more, plus the occasional arts and crafts vendor. You can even see the Dallas skyline, giving you the perfect blend of urban/country vibes!

Cost: Free

christadiserio:  Talk about a unique date night! Enjoy a live concert and a movie at the beautiful Nasher Sculpture Garden. Music artists vary in genre and are either regionally or nationally recognized. We recommend checking the calendar to see what movie will be shown. On these event nights, guests will also be able to visit the nature sculpture center for free and view the permanent collection and special exhibitions.

Virtual concerts are showing monthly! The Nasher Sculpture Center is open to the public, too.