Relationships

Expert-approved ways to up the ante from the usual dinner with friends.

Regulardate nightsare fun, but theyre also important for connecting with your partner as you spend quality time together.

and ensure you have an active social life outside of your own partnership.

12 creative double date ideas to try with your fave couples.

This date could make for some serious laughs or even a new masterpiece to hang on your walls.

Germany recommends betting on who will win dessert is on the couple who doesnt.

4Bowling

Lace up those rental shoes and hit the lanes to go bowling on a double date.

Paint and sip classes are great for double dates.

When its not your turn, theres time to socialize and enjoy food and beverages, says Germany.

If you do it at home, make a charcuterie board to enjoy a bougie evening.

You could also hit up a cool local wine bar to get professional pairings.

Minigolf double date

9Axe Throwing

Are you and your partner into more adrenaline-inducing activities?

Germany recommends grabbing your fave couple(s) and trying something exciting like axe throwing.

If you havent tried it yet, even better.

Unique double dates

11Arcade Bar

Arcade bars are all the rage for both single and double dates.

and your pals, especially if the couple(s) youre hanging with are new friends.

This could even end with cocktails at a dog-friendly bar if theres one near you.

Try bowling for a double date outing.

If you and your dogs get along swimmingly, you’re free to make it a regular thing.

Expert:

Alexis Germany, dating coach and matchmaker

Try laser tag for a double date with friends.

Double date cooking class

Card games are great for double dates.

Wine tasting double date night

Axe throwing can be a fun double date activity.

Book club for couples

Creative double date ideas

Dog park double date