For many, Valentine’s Day means reserving a table at a restaurant, going to the movies, or seeing a Broadway show with their loved one. While those are all great options, there’s something to be said about a lovely evening in together, away from the crowds and noise. Get your apartment ready for Valentine’s Day and try one of these at-home ideas to spend a special evening with that special someone.
Dance Under the “Stars”
Turn your everyday living room into a dance floor and dance the night away. Start by creating a playlist of you and your partner’s favorite songs, some classic slow dance songs, and anything else you want to get down to. Hang white string lights throughout the room to create the feeling of stars. Move the furniture to create space for dancing, light some candles, and turn the lights off; you’ll be dancing under the stars in no time with this super easy Valentine’s Day idea.
Cook Dinner Together and Dine In
Even if you’re not the greatest cook, you can follow some easy date night recipes to create a delicious homemade meal together. Use a winter cocktail recipe to make things feel even more special. Cooking and mixing the drinks will give you a fun activity to do together, and the end result will be a tasty meal and libation.
Get fancy and buy a white tablecloth, set the table like restaurants do, and place flowers and a lit candle in the middle. If you’d rather surprise your partner, do all the cooking, drink-making, and decorating before they get home so all they have to do is sit down and enjoy the meal with you.
Elevate Your Movie Night
Similar to the dancing under the stars Valentine’s Day idea, you can create a theater right in your living room. Move the furniture out of the way and spread out blankets and throw pillows to create a cozy little space to lay down and lounge.
Use a projector and show a movie on a blank wall, or simply turn the lights off and use your T.V. Cook popcorn and place it in movie-theater-style popcorn holders, have classic theater snacks like Peanut M&M’s and licorice on hand, and get a few beverages to enjoy while the movie plays.
Give a Romantic Coupon Book
Maybe he’s always the one to cook and clean or maybe she’s the one who picks up the dry cleaning. Or, maybe he wants to try a new workout class with you or she really likes going on weekend getaways. Whatever it is that you want to give your partner, write it down and create a coupon book. It’s a great way to give them exactly what they want when they want it since they can cash in on the coupons anytime.
Devise a Treasure Hunt
This Valentine’s Day idea is one of the most fun ways to give your partner their gift. Start by creating a treasure map (by hand or an online template) that matches your home or apartment layout. Place clues that relate to your relationship along the way that your partner has to guess before they can move on. Be sure to hide the gift ahead of time; when your partner finally reaches the treasure chest, your gift will be waiting for them to unwrap.
Don’t these Valentine’s Day ideas sound like more fun than waiting around for your name to be called for a table at an overpriced restaurant? We think so, too. Try one of these ideas in your home or apartment, spend some quality time with your loved one, and get cozy. Happy Valentine’s Day!
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