Solo Dates: 15 Fun Solo Date Activities
Dates aren’t just for couples. They are a wonderful way to connect more deeply with yourself.
We go on dates with friends and significant others to get to know them better and spend quality time with them. Going on solo dates is a time for you to treat yourself with respect, care, and to prioritize your happiness.
Why Take yourself on a Solo Date?
Going on a date by yourself can sound a bit daunting, but who says spending time by yourself can’t be fun? Solo dates are a way to give yourself attention, do things that bring you joy, build self-confidence, and help build a loving relationship with yourself.
A solo date is an occasion to do something nice just for you. It is a time to choose activities that you enjoy, so make it special and plan it into your schedule. Dress up in a way that makes you feel good and stay present in the moment.
15 Fun Solo Date Ideas:
1. Go to a bookstore
Get yourself a latte and go to a bookstore to browse for a new book to read
2. Go on a day trip
Go on a day trip in your own city to explore a new neighborhood, museum, or landmark
3. Make a fancy meal:
Light some candles, turn on music, and cook a fancy meal for yourself
4. Home Spa-Day
Plan an at-home spa day-go all out and spend the day practicing self-care with a cozy robe, bath, face mask, journaling and more
5. Plan a picnic
Have a picnic at a park on a warm day. You can pack a meal, read a book, or listen to music. I love to bring a hammock and read by the water
6. Take a fun class
Sign up for a class that sounds fun to you, uch as a cooking class, painting class, or dance class
7. Take yourself out for a treat
Dress up and take yourself out for a fancy dessert or drink
8. Make a dream or vision board
Spend a night dreaming and practicing self-reflection. Create a vision or dream board that inspires you
9. Get active outside
Find a trail near you and go on a bike ride, roller-skating, or roller-blading
10. Craft night
Go to a craft store and pick up supplies to have an at-home craft night and tap into your creative side
11. Start a garden
Plant a vegetable, flower, or herb garden
12. Beauty night
Have a beauty night to try out new make-up looks or hairstyles. Watch tutorials then try out a new look
13. Redecorate
Give a room in your home a makeover. You could organize, paint, decorate, or go to home goods for a little refresh
14. Movie and snacks
Make your favorite snack and have a movie night
15. Pamper yourself
Treat yourself to a blow-out, massage, or pedicure, something that you don’t typically do so you feel special
I hope you find these solo date ideas helpful and will try one of them out. I plan a solo date for myself each month to make sure I take time to nurture myself. Be sure to tag me on Instagram @lauralivewell to share your solo date.
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