Unique Date Ideas in Calgary

Tired of the usual coffee dates at cafes? If you’re looking for fun new things to try with your significant other, we’ve got you covered. 

In this article, we list our top picks for unique date ideas (both indoors and outdoors)  in Calgary. We hope that through this, we can make you see how romantic this city can be. 

1. Go on a camping trip. 

A romantic date under the stars? Count us in! 

Going on a camping trip together over a weekend or a holiday can help relax you both and take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Having deep conversations amidst nature sounds like a fantastic way to get to know each other better. 

During the day, there are also different outdoor activities that you can do together. You can go on nature hikes where you can breathe fresh air and watch wildlife. 

You can also swim and go canoeing.  At night, it’s a great time for quiet reflection and snuggling close in front of a campfire. 

Check out these camping sites in Calgary to get you started on planning your romantic nature adventure. You can also go on walks at the beautiful gardens in the city. 

2. Try rock climbing together. 

Trying something new and adventurous for the first time together sounds like a fun date idea. This can be an enjoyable experience especially if you and your partner are sporty.  

Support each other as you climb and feel the euphoric high of reaching the top of the rock climbing course. Nothing beats achieving something hard while having each other’s back.  

Here are different rock climbing centers you can find in Calgary that you can try. Just make sure to stretch and do a warm-up beforehand! 

3. Have a spa day.

You and your partner can enjoy a pamper session at Calgary’s best spas. Watch the stress of the week melt away with a relaxing massage, foot spa, and facial. 

This can even be your next activity after going camping or rock climbing together. After all those fun outdoor activities, it will be a nice change to enjoy a quiet and stress-relieving activity together. 

Some day spas even have saunas and pools that you can try with your partner, completing the relaxing experience. 

Riverside Spa in particular offers couples packages so make sure to look into that to get a good deal. 

4. Go skiing together. 

Whether you are experienced skiers or complete first-timers, this can be an adventurous and thrilling activity to do together. 

Imagine sitting together on a plush chair in front of a warm fireplace and drinking hot chocolate after a skiing lesson. Romantic right? 

Good thing Calgary has ski resorts you can visit this winter where you can practice your skiing skills together. Some of them don’t even require long drives, which is great for short weekend getaways. 

Winter doesn’t have to be all gloomy.  Brighten each other’s day with a skiing trip that will make your first winter together as a couple unforgettable. 

5. Do outdoor activities at a recreation center.

If you’re an outdoorsy couple, you’ll definitely appreciate a day at a recreation center. It will be both active and relaxing because you’ll be taking a break from work together. 

Enjoy the different amenities in the recreation center together. We took a peek at the different ones in Calgary. 

Some have gyms and fitness centers if you and your partner enjoy a good workout session. If you want to take a refreshing dip, there are also water parks with hot tubs and steam rooms. 

There are also places for beach sports, a skateboarding park, and even ice rinks! You’ll never run out of things to do at the recreation center. 

6. Dress up and go to an amusement park together.

Bring out the kid in you and your significant other by going to the different amusement parks in the city. 

Enjoy the exhilarating rides, fun carnival games, and food together. You can even go one level higher and dress in costumes or a matching ensemble.

7. Enjoy golfing together.

Unwind by trying your hand at golf together. For first-timers, you can take a golf lesson from a professional together. 

If you’ve gone golfing before, you can still practice your stance and swing together at the various golf courses and clubs in Calgary. 

8. Put on your dancing shoes and groove together. 

Whether you have two left feet or are experienced dancers, learning the art of dance together can be a romantic and enjoyable experience. 

Try inquiring at the dance studios in Calgary and learn from experienced dance teachers and enjoy the different classes for varied skill levels. Who knows you both might really enjoy it and can sign up for a weekly class together? 

9. Have a movie marathon.

Are you and your significant other movie enthusiasts? Then enjoy a full-fledged movie marathon at Calgary’s best movie theaters. You can even go for the most optimal viewing experience with reclining seats and IMAX if you feel like it. 

You can even rent a movie theater all to yourselves, making for a unique and romantic experience. 

10. Go on a working date. 

Lastly, if you both are knee-deep in work and cannot go out to see attractions, then you can enjoy a working date together. Be accountability partners in terms of productivity and support each other through your deadlines. 

Calgary has a lot of coworking spaces you can try. Enjoy high-end amenities, high-speed wifi, and sockets; ensuring an environment conducive for working and productivity. Just because you are working does not mean you can’t enjoy quality time together. 

At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter where you go. With the right person, any time you spend together is enjoyable and thrilling. 

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And that concludes our list of date ideas for you and your partner in Calgary! We hope we were able to give you inspiration for your next getaway together. 

Do you know any more date ideas we didn’t get to include? Tell us about your experience in the comments below, we’d love to hear from you.