11 Valentine’s Day date ideas that aren’t dinner and a movie

Whether you’ve been dating for years, or have recently swiped right on your perfect partner, you’re probably looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day in an original way and avoid the cliche of dinner and a movie. I mean, is there anything worse than sitting in silence in an overbooked restaurant with a bunch of other couples who are trying their best to stare lovingly into each other’s eyes, but would really rather be home watching #MAFS?

If cliched dates aren’t your jam, I’ve pulled together 11 original ways for you to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your love. And if you’re single, get the girls together, and take your pick of these fun things to do. Who knows, you might just meet someone special… and if not, I guarantee you’ll have a bloody great time with your pals anyway!

1. Take a paint and sip class at Cork and Chroma.
2. Book a ghost tour of The Rocks or Q Station.
3. Make your own gin at Archie Rose.
4. Wine tasting at Handpicked Wines Cellar Door.
5. Beer tasting at Modus Operandi Brewing Company.
6. Shoot for the pars at Holey Moley mini golf.
7. Get your blood pumping with a tango class.
8. Scale new heights at indoor rock climbing.
9. Cook pasta with your beau at Salt Meats Cheese.
10. Book a delicious hamper from Pop Up Picnic.
11. And if you must watch a movie, at least make it a night under the stars at Moonlight Cinema, St. George Open Air, or Open Air Cinema.

What are your plans this Valentine’s Day? Let me know in the comments below.