JohnP82 Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 I need some fun first date ideas. I do not want to do the dinner thing but I would like to do something fun and relatively cheap since it is just a first date. What are some ideas?
Vet Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 I need some fun first date ideas. I do not want to do the dinner thing but I would like to do something fun and relatively cheap since it is just a first date. What are some ideas? Chatting over coffee for an hour (or until conversation dies). Cheap, fun, and simple.
quankanne Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 what is she into? A tour of the local sights would be fun, if she likes that kind of thing ... if she's a historical buff, you can see what's in your area that's a free date (i.e., down in San Antonio, you can visit the Missions for free, including the Alamo). There are tons of things, just use your imagination. and don't forget to check the local newspaper for weekend events!
Author JohnP82 Posted August 24, 2009 Author Posted August 24, 2009 Good idea, I will check the papers and see what's going on this week. We have to wait until the weekend to do anything, because she just started school. I know she's into music because she's trying out for an orchestra here in Houston.
Vet Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 Good idea, I will check the papers and see what's going on this week. We have to wait until the weekend to do anything, because she just started school. I know she's into music because she's trying out for an orchestra here in Houston. Miller Outdoor Theater is always free. However, spending two hours together but not talking does not make for a good first date in my experience.
BCCA Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 Just don't use a coupon. check my post:) LMAO indeed. And dont take her to KFC, either... Try and find something where you can still talk, but there is something to fill in the dead space of the conversation. Museums, parks, art shows, etc...they are all pretty cheap, and can make for good conversation starters.
Isolde Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 Go for a walk in a nice neighborhood or by a beach or in a park. The reason I like this is because it can be either totally friendly or kinda romantic, depending on how much chemistry there is! This is an especially good idea if you guys already know each other slightly. Afterwards, you can get a snack or coffee/tea if you want to continue the conversation.
alphamale Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 take her bowling or go-kart racing and then to taco bell after for their $0.89 menu and don't forget a bottle of mad dog 20/20 to "get her into the mood" heh heh
BCCA Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 and don't forget a bottle of mad dog 20/20 to "get her into the mood" Do they still have that stuff? hahaha Oh man, many a drunken night in high school was caused by some Kiwi-Lime MD!
alphamale Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 Do they still have that stuff? yes its sold mainly to hobos and young men with little money
BCCA Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 yes its sold mainly to hobos and young men with little money Yeah, when I was like 17, we had hobos buy it for us at the liquor store, because it was like $3 and got you completely smashed haha
bluewolf17 Posted August 24, 2009 Posted August 24, 2009 Mad Dog 20/20? My girlfriends use to steal that stuff from the corner market. Orange Jubilee was the best. Oops did I just admit to theft? :lmao:
Author JohnP82 Posted August 24, 2009 Author Posted August 24, 2009 Ok, I think I've narrowed down what I want to do. There is a bar here in Houston gives Salsa dancing lessons before the salsa band comes out for the night. Another idea is Mixers & Elxirs which is like a cocktail hour that takes place a museum with a live band. What do you guys think?
Isolde Posted August 25, 2009 Posted August 25, 2009 Ok, I think I've narrowed down what I want to do. There is a bar here in Houston gives Salsa dancing lessons before the salsa band comes out for the night. Another idea is Mixers & Elxirs which is like a cocktail hour that takes place a museum with a live band. What do you guys think? The second sounds good. The salsa dancing would be better after you know her a little better. Some people don't like dancing or may be shy about it at first. I'm sure your date will appreciate your making the effort to do something a bit different; you guys could explore the museum after the cocktails and talk
SoulSearch_CO Posted August 25, 2009 Posted August 25, 2009 Ok, I think I've narrowed down what I want to do. There is a bar here in Houston gives Salsa dancing lessons before the salsa band comes out for the night. Another idea is Mixers & Elxirs which is like a cocktail hour that takes place a museum with a live band. What do you guys think? I totally love the second idea better. IMO, imagination and creativity score major points on dates moreso than money spent. But that's just me.
Author JohnP82 Posted August 25, 2009 Author Posted August 25, 2009 Ha, I called and left a message but no returned call yet. Oh well, looks like it's drinking with my buddies this weekend. Atleast I'm saving money!
Shygirl15 Posted August 25, 2009 Posted August 25, 2009 Atleast I'm saving money! Oh. Really. Are you still in school? I'm just trying to understand why you put so much focus on money.
Author JohnP82 Posted August 25, 2009 Author Posted August 25, 2009 I did just graduate, but I mean saving money as in not wasting it on someone who doesn't want to be with me.
Vet Posted August 25, 2009 Posted August 25, 2009 Guess it depends on your kind of scene, but Mixers and Elixirs sucks (and it's expensive!). I'm telling you: first date, coffee and conversation can't be beat.
001bh Posted August 25, 2009 Posted August 25, 2009 go to an airport, buy a first flying lesson. could be exciting.
prettybaby Posted August 25, 2009 Posted August 25, 2009 It depends on how formal or low key you're trying to be. For something relaxed, low key, and casual, I love something like Borders. The atmosphere there is already very relaxed, and you can look through thousands of books on different topics, order a small pastry and get a coffee or a smoothie or whatever, and even check out the music section and listen to some CDs together and whatnot. There's definitely plenty of good conversation material there. Man, I really wish there was something like Borders where I'm now lol That being said, there's nothing wrong with a good old fashioned dinner at a cozy Italian restaurant or something (it doesn't need to be expensive). A very important point is that it sets the tone right away and you get to talk and get to know each other. It's only boring if you're with the wrong person. So a nice old fashioned dinner is always my personal preference when it comes to a first date. If you're scared of running out of topics, then make a mental list of questions or topic ideas before you go. And whenever you feel the converstation's running dry, bring one of them up. The problem with something too casual is that it might scream "friend zone" if your behavior isn't flirty enough in that kind of setting. So that's something to keep in mind. I also wanted to add: salsa dancing on a first date isn't the best idea in the world. I don't know the girl, but I'd personally feel a little panicked at this idea. There's the pressure of dancing (preferably well), finding an appropriate dress and shoes, dancing (and thus physical contact) with a guy I hardly know (= a guy I'm not sure I'm ready to trust yet). Plus, it's not ideal for conversation and learning about each other's life and stuff.
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