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Gentlemen, for all of you about to go out on a number of first-dates, but aren’t sure what to choose, here are a few ideas.

But before I jump into them, I wanted to share a quick thought – have fun, be creative, but don’t deviate too far away from who you are.  By that I mean, if you’re more of a nice dinner kinda guy, maybe stretch yourself with adding a small activity to the evening along with maybe a picnic.  Trying to differentiate yourself by hunting your own food with your date, may not be the best idea.  And if you’re an out-doors person, take into consideration that not everyone is up for a 12 mile hike followed by a bottle of wine at the summit.  You may end up carrying your date back down.  Temperate yourself and plan an activity that expresses you and gives you an opportunity to get to know your date.

With all that said, here are some ideas for having fun!

Wine and Cheese

Take a day trip to a local winery. Bring along some carefully selected breads and cheese to compliment your selections, and relax with your date and your wine of choice.

Patio Tour

Why sit inside a stuffy restaurant on a gorgeous day? Research the best restaurant patios in your area and plan an entire evening around this top list. If your city has rooftop bars, be sure to make this one of your stops!

Miniature Golf

This is especially cool if you have access to one designed for kids, everyone enjoys reliving their childhood. I recommend doing this after sunset if possible, as many of them have special lights at night time and add to the magic.

Bowling

You have your own lane, your own table, you can talk to each other and you don’t have to stare at each other the whole time. Just make sure it’s fun and not a serious competition. Keep it light-hearted, it’s a first date!

A Walk in the Park

If you have a dog, take the dog for a walk. Do you live near someplace scenic? Take her there. You can even pack a picnic lunch to eat on the beach or in the park.  Low-key, inexpensive and fun.

A Museum, Aquarium or Art Gallery

Good for conversation and shows you are cultured.  However, this might work against you if art isn’t your thing, if history bores you, or sea creatures scare you – set yourself up for success!

The Zoo

Filled with exotic animals, the zoo is a great place to spend time together while admiring and learning about different animals. It’s fun with plenty happening around you to talk about.

by JP Rudolph