These are the best solo date ideas to spend quality time with yourself.
So, you want to date yourself? I’m so happy for you! Spending time alone and building your relationship with yourself is one of the most important things you will ever do. You will spend more time with yourself than anyone else, so it is one of the best relationships you can work on.
There are also scientific reasons why time alone is beneficial. According to Forbes, spending time alone has many benefits including increased productivity, more creativity, and mental strength. In this post, I am sharing a list of solo date ideas you can do to make the most of your time alone.
What to do on a solo date?
Treat a solo date just like you would a date with someone else. Make an effort to plan your date, dress up, and be present. Try not to distract yourself by being on your phone. Be fully present with yourself and your thoughts, and enjoy your own company.
These are the best fun solo date ideas to spend time with yourself.
Solo Date Ideas At Home:
1. Bake
One of my favorite cozy solo date ideas is to stay in, watch a relaxing show, and bake chocolate chip cookies. You can bake your favorite dessert or search the internet for a new dessert recipe.
2. Dance
Turn on your favorite music and dance alone in your living room for a fun date night.
3. Make Dinner
Buy the ingredients for your favorite meal and prepare yourself a nice dinner. Set the table with candles, and wear your best outfit to enjoy a dinner date at home. You can listen to your favorite songs or audiobooks while cooking to make it more fun.
4. Have a movie night
Movie nights always make a great date idea. Gather your favorite snacks and watch your favorite movie or rent a movie you haven’t seen before.
5. Color
Coloring is so relaxing! Grab a coloring book or print out a coloring sheet and start coloring. I did this for my birthday while drinking my favorite coffee; it was relaxing and fun.
6. Journal
Get to know yourself better and connect with your inner thoughts by journaling.
Journal Prompt Ideas:
- List five things you love about yourself.
- Write down three goals you want to accomplish this year.
- Write a letter to your younger self.
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7. Paint candles
A fun and creative solo date idea is to paint tapered candles and use them for decor around your home.
8. Read a book
If you love reading and have a book you’ve been wanting to start, spending a night at home with a good book is the perfect date night for you.
9. Make an ice cream sundae
Do you love ice cream? Make a delicious ice cream sundae and enjoy an ice cream date at home.
10. Give yourself a face massage
Have a self-care date and give yourself a facial massage. I’ve been trying to give myself a facial massage a couple of times a week and it feels so relaxing.
11. Take an everything shower
I love to put on a good playlist and take an everything shower. I feel so refreshed afterward.
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12. Do a puzzle
Spend a night at home and challenge yourself to complete a puzzle.
13. Play a game
Play a card game or your favorite solo-player game.
14. Learn something new
Research something you’ve been wanting to learn more about. You can read a book on it or take a class.
15. Scrapbook
Scrapbook your favorite memories.
Solo Date Ideas Outside:
1. Go to the movie theatre
Is there a new movie you want to see? Head to the theatre, grab some popcorn and enjoy a movie.
2. Visit a museum
Look up museums in your city to visit and learn more about art and history.
3. Eat at your favorite restaurant
Take yourself out to eat at your favorite restaurant and people-watch while eating your favorite foods.
4. Browse a bookstore
Go to a bookstore and browse the books. Try to find a new book to read.
5. Take yourself shopping
Who doesn’t love shopping?! Treat yourself to a shopping spree (within your budget).
6. Take a class
Want to learn a new skill or improve one? Consider taking a cooking or art class.
7. Go for a nature walk
Take a walk at a park or around your neighborhood and admire all nature offers.
8. Take yourself bowling
Treat yourself to a fun bowling date and brush up on your skills.
9. Go to the zoo
Visit a zoo and look at all the beautiful animals.
10. Visit an aquarium
Aquariums are so fun and have so many cool sea animals to see.
11. Explore your city
Look up the tourist attractions in your city and enjoy a day of sightseeing.
12. Go to a concert
Book yourself tickets to go to a concert.
13. Go for a bike ride
Take yourself out for a bike or scooter ride.
14. Volunteer
Look up organizations in your city and become a volunteer. Helping others can be so fulfilling.
15. Book a spa day
Book yourself a massage and facial for the ultimate self-care day.
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Free Solo Date Ideas:
1. Listen to music
Turn on your favorite music and enjoy listening to it alone.
2. Cloud watch
Spend some time watching clouds and admiring all the beauty in the sky.
3. Watch the sunrise/ sunset
Get a blanket and enjoy a cozy date watching the sunrise or sunset.
4. Go window shopping
Browse your favorite stores without buying anything. You can make a list of items to pick up when you have the budget for it.
5. Watch your favorite TV show
Enjoy some time alone watching your favorite TV show.
Winter Solo Date Ideas:
1. Make s’mores
Cozy up and make a yummy s’more for the perfect winter solo date.
2. Look at Christmas lights
Drive or walk around your neighborhood to admire the Christmas lights and get in the holiday spirit.
3. Make a gingerbread house
Get creative and put together and decorate a gingerbread house.
4. Try a holiday drink from a coffee shop
Head to your favorite coffee shop and try a festive drink.
5. Decorate your Christmas tree
Listen to holiday music and decorate your Christmas tree for a fun and festive solo date night at home.
6. Take a warm bubble bath
Get the bath bomb and candles ready for a warm and relaxing bubble bath.
7. Watch holiday movies
There is nothing cozier than watching your favorite holiday movies at home.
Summer Solo Date Ideas:
1. Visit a beach
A day at the beach is the perfect solo date idea to do in the summer. Enjoy the sun on your skin and the sound of the waves.
2. Go out for ice cream
Take yourself out for a scoop of ice cream at your favorite shop.
3. Have a picnic at the park
Make sandwiches or a charcuterie plate for the perfect picnic in the park. You can bring your favorite book to read, draw, color, paint, or people-watch.
4. Go to a farmer’s market
Visit a farmer’s market and browse around. You can pick up flowers, fresh fruit and vegetables, and many other delicious treats.
5. Go for a swim
Take a swim in the pool and spend a day under the sun.
6. Do yoga outdoors
Join a yoga class or do yoga in the park on a sunny day.
7. Make lemonade
Try a new lemonade recipe and create your own yummy summer beverage.
Why are solo dates important?
Solo dates are important because they help you build a bond and connection with yourself. When you are intentional about dating yourself you are making yourself a priority and working on your relationship with yourself. You will spend more time with yourself than anyone else, so you must treat yourself like someone you love and enjoy spending time with.
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