There’s nothing like going out on a date with your favorite person and spending quality time together. No matter how long you’ve been together, the key to long-term success and happiness is prioritizing your relationship and enjoying each other’s company. For couples who live in Denver, there’s no shortage of fun activities that are sure to make your night on the town unforgettable. See the list below for the top 8 date night ideas in Denver!
Axe Throwing
If you’re looking for an activity that’s outside the box, why not get into the competitive spirit with axe throwing? Denver is home to some of the top facilities in the region, including Downtown Art Gallery & Axe Room and Bad Axe Throwing. Downtown Art Gallery & Bad Axe Throwing offers a unique experience that has an art gallery with a separate axe throwing room, making it an excellent two-for-one deal! Both locations accept 1-hour walk-ins or reservations for groups of two or more.
An Escape Room
Escape rooms are a ton of fun, whether it’s just the two of you or a group. Try to beat the clock by solving puzzles and codes for an active and exciting date night idea you’ll want to try again and again. Most locations offer multiple rooms, so you can choose which scenario appears to be the most entertaining. There are many quality escape rooms in Denver, including EscapeWorks Denver and HD Escape Rooms.
Sip and Paint
What could be better than grabbing a paintbrush and a glass of wine and creating a painting you can keep as a souvenir forever? You don’t have to be Picasso to enjoy a sip and paint class. Sip and paint classes are perfect for beginners. You just follow instructions from a guide who shows you the steps to create your own masterpiece. You and your partner will have a blast seeing who is gifted with a brush and who is not. For your next outing, check out some of Denver’s sip and paint spots, Sipping N’ Painting and Pinot’s Palette.
A Sports Game
If you and your partner are sports lovers, you can’t go wrong with checking out a game at Mile High Sports Arena. Here, you can check out all the top local professional teams in a variety of sports, including lacrosse, basketball, hockey, football, and soccer. Depending on the team and game, seating may be limited, so be sure to book your tickets beforehand so you don’t miss out on all the fun. For more information about seasonal events, check out the links below.
The Denver Nuggets – NBA Basketball at the Ball Arena (October – June)
The Colorado Avalanche – NHL Hockey at the Ball Arena (September to June)
The Denver Broncos – NFL Football at Empower Field at Mile High (September to January)
The Colorado Mammoth – NLL Lacrosse at the Ball Arena (December to April)
The Colorado Rockies – MLB Baseball at the Coors Field (April to September)
The Colorado Rapids – MLS Soccer at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park (March to October)
A Casino
If you want to try your hand at the slots, why not plan a casino date night? While there aren’t many casinos in Denver proper, it’s only a short drive to some of the area’s top attractions located within Cripple Creek, Central City, or Black Hawk. While they are a short drive (around 45 minutes), the views are stunning, and you can turn it into a mini road trip, turning a date night into an entire day or weekend getaway. Who knows, you may hit it big and have an awesome story to tell when you get back!
A Local Brewery
Colorado is known for its world-class breweries, and Denver is no exception. Many of the locations provide tours of the facility for an interesting look behind the scenes into making some of your favorite brews. While there are a ton of great options, Blue Moon and Wynkoop Brewing Company are some of the locals’ top picks. If you or your date don’t care for beer, that’s okay too; there are cideries, wineries, and stores with kombucha on tap that are equally as fun.
A Drive-In Movie
Blast to the past with a unique date night idea in Denver at the local drive-in movie theater. Drive-ins are disappearing from cities around the country, but those living in Denver luckily have access to two drive-in movie theaters in the area. 88 Drive-in Theatre and Holiday Twin Drive-In are the perfect spots for an intimate viewing experience from the comfort of your car. Here, you don’t have to worry about talking or laughing too loudly. You can enjoy the movie with your favorite snacks while cuddling up with your date.
Bowling
Bowling may seem old-fashioned, but it’s still a popular date night destination for couples looking for some competitive fun. Strap on your shoes, grab a ball and see how many pins you can knock down. There are a few Denver locations like Lucky Strike located downtown, which has fun neon lights and drinks all night long. Be sure to call ahead and book a reservation so you can reserve a lane (and request bumpers if you need them; no one’s judging!)
Enjoy a Night Out
If you’re looking for date night ideas in Denver, be sure to check out one (or more) of the locations above. There’s no doubt that Denver is one of the best cities to explore, so why not do it together! You and your date will have a blast spending time together, getting to know each other better and reconnecting as you laugh the night away. If you’re looking for more ways to reconnect with your partner, our resources page has additional information along with our Marriage Repair Handbook.