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One thing any local can tell is that D.C. can be expensive. Finding cheap, romantic spots to wander in the nation’s capital on a date nights in
101 Date Ideas In DC: How to Find Cheap Fun Under $25.
One thing any local can tell is that D.C. can be expensive. Finding cheap, romantic spots to wander in the nation’s capital on a date nights in D.C. seems next to impossible, but nothing could be farther from the truth. There are loads of romantic places to explore that won’t cost you a dime, plus hidden gems that you can hit up when looking for cheap date night ideas that are less than $25 for two people. How to Plan an Inexpensive Washington, D.C. Date Night. When I initially went out looking for date night ideas near me for under $25 per couple, I had to get creative. What might have felt like a good idea at the right price point, sometimes spiraled out of control as we added more appetizers or ordered another round of drinks at our favorite Middle Eastern restaurant. Activities, like bowling and mini golf, would soon add up as we paid the main fee, plus rentals, snacks, etc. So, while you may want to do it all, it’s a good idea to do a little research AND try to only bring cash so you aren’t tempted to splurge when you need to stick to your budget. I’m serious, you will be surprised how many perfect date nights (mornings and days) you can plan for under $25 in Washington, D.C. in neighborhoods like Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Capital Hill, and even Georgetown. Date Night Restaurants in Washington DC. Comet Ping Pong. If you are looking for food AND fun, head over to Comet Ping Pong for good pizza and ping pong tables to work off all of those carbs. Empanadas and Cocktails at Colada. I love Colada. On a hot summer day, I want an empanada trio with one of their signature cocktails. In winter, I want their hot chocolate with a homemade toasted marshmallow on top (and empanadas of course). Pop into their location on The Wharf on Pearl Street, or my favorite, the location on T Street in the U Street NW area of the city. Ice Cream Jubilee is right next door, so you can have a bit of sweet and savory all year round for under $25 per couple. Make S’mores at the Wharf. Camp Wharf is where it’s at on the Wharf when you want to snuggle up by a fire, eat s’mores and do some people watching. It’s a fun first date and an easy date for Valentine’s Day if you are on a budget, but want to do something quirky and fun. Wander the DC Food Halls. We have a lot of food halls in D.C., so why not have a progressive dinner through each one? Take turns picking out one item from the stalls that interest you, head out to a picnic table and see who snagged the best finds in your DIY tasting menu. Eastern Market Union Market La Cosecha The Block Foodhall DC Tastemakers The Roost Western Market. Picnic Spots in Washington DC. One of the best ways to save money is to make your own food at home to take out on a picnic. This is one of my favorite dates with my husband, even if the kids have to join us, and also one of many perfect double date ideas since it can hit any budget. There are so many beautiful places to set down a picnic blanket, grab a picnic table or even a bench, to enjoy a meal together. Just don’t forget to put all of your trash in a designated trash bin. We want to keep our city beautiful so we can continue to have as much fun as our imaginations can come up with. Best Picnic Spots in Washington, D.C. By no means a comprehensive list, but these are some of our favorite picnic areas in D.C. National Mall Lincoln Memorial WWII Memorial Washington Monument Jefferson Memorial. D.C. Farmers Markets. The D.C. farmers markets are an ideal place to check out up and coming makers. It’s the perfect alternative brunch date too, as there is always a coffee shop nearby if there isn’t any coffee in the market. Plus, there tends to be at least one pastry stand, so grab some muffins or croissants and a basket of berries for the perfect farmer’s market breakfast. Weekend Farmers Markets in D.C. Most farmer’s markets are open from 9am-1pm on the weekends, with a few earlier/later exceptions. If you aren’t sure you will make it in time, check the market’s website or Facebook page. They will always have the most up to date information there. If you are looking for weekday farmer’s markets, there are a few, but not as many as Saturday morning. Daily Markets. Eastern Market (daily) Union Market (daily. Saturday Farmer’s Markets in D.C. 14th and U Street Market Adams Morgan Farmers’ Market Arcadia Mobile Market in Downtown Anacostia Arcadia Mobile Market @ Deanwood Recreation Center Bertie Backus Farm Stand Cleveland Park C.R.I.S.P Market at THEARC FRESHFARM Cesar Chavez Farm Stand FRESHFARM Columbia Heights Community Market FRESHFARM Glover Park-Burleith Farmers’ Market FRESHFARM Kenilworth Farmers’ Market FRESHFARM Market H St NE FRESHFARM Market at Capitol Riverfront Market FRESHFARM Monroe Street Farmers’ Market FRESHFARM Uptown Farmers’ Market Maret School Mt. Pleasant Farmers’ Market New Morning Farm Stand Petworth Farmers’ Market Southwest DC Community Farmers’ Market Van Ness Farmers’ Market (UDC) Ward 8 Farmers Market Williams’ Market @ R.F.K. Stadium. Sunday Farmer’s Markets in D.C. Bloomingdale Farmers’ Market FRESHFARM Market at Dupont Circle FRESHFARM Market at Capitol Riverfront Market Palisades Farmers’ Market. Where to Grab Drinks in D.C. Experience a great cup of coffee in D.C. There are so many coffee shops in D.C. that you could spend a year of date nights (or day dates) searching for your favorite. And don’t worry coffee haters, there are some amazing hot chocolate spots in D.C. too. The price is write and you may even be able to pick up that chocolate croissant you have been eying in the pastry case, while still staying on budget. Our favorite D.C. coffee shops can be found HERE . Boozy Milkshakes at Ted’s Bulletin. My neighbor LOVES to go to Ted’s Bulletin with her boyfriend for boozy milkshakes. Two shakes will put you right up to the $25 once you factor in tax and tips, but it is worth it. There are a ton of locations throughout the city, so pick your favorite neighborhood, sip your milkshake (try the Grasshopper or Nutty Professor), and then take a stroll around to soak up the local color of the city. More ice cream in D.C. Drinks at one of D.C.’s Rooftop bars. Grab a drink with an amazing view of the city when you pop into a D.C. rooftop bar. Many have signature cocktails, snacks and a chic ambiance that allows you to show off your style without a crazy price tag. credit Farmers Restaurant Group. Happy hour Hop! Want to make your dollar stretch? Check out our favorite D.C. happy hour spots across the city where you will find not only drink specials, but food discounts as well, so you can have a full date at a fraction of the price. Brewery Hop in DC. It’s super easy to check out the D.C. brewery scene, whether you want to visit one and savor a flight, or tour a few beer halls (with a ride home of course). Personally, we like to pick one brewery when we are on a cheap date night. We can share a tasting (or get two different flights) with an appetizer when there is a food menu at the brewery. Find your favorite Brewery in D.C. Breakfast and Books at Kramer’s. Breakfast can be one of the cheapest meals of the day when you are on a budget but still want to have a fun date. Kramer’s Books serves breakfast all day, so you can grab your eggs and browse books anytime of the day, making this a double header date. After all, you can learn a lot about a person by what they read, so this just might be the best second date out there. Go on a Distillery Tour and Tasting. Washington, D.C. has had an explosion of distilleries over the past decade, especially in Ivy City. Pop into one of the District’s distilleries for a tasting, but please make sure you save a little cash for an Uber ride home! D.C. Distilleries. Don Ciccio & Figli District Distilling Co. Republic Restoratives Jos. A Magnus & Co New Columbia Distillers One Eight Distilling Cotton & Reed Tiki TNT & Potomac Distilling Company. Things to do on a Date Night in DC.
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