Dating is hard, everyone knows that. You meet someone, there’s a potential spark, now what do you do? So much pressure is put on that first date, your initial interaction with this brand new human being you’ve never met before. A lot weighs on your decision of what to do and where to go. Don’t fret, YYC, here are our top five picks of fail-safe first dates in Calgary that won’t let you down:
Tour Calgary’s Brewery & Distillery Scene
Calgary is blessed with SO many delicious breweries and distilleries that you can make a day of it. Pick a few of your favourites and explore the city together, one beer at a time – the perfect opportunity to reach for a hand across the street or try sips of each other’s picks.
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A Locally-Inspired Homecooked Meal
Everyone loves a good homecooked meal, so why not impress your date with your kitchen skills and whip something up? Maybe you’re not a chef, no biggie. Turn on the grill and barbecue up something tasty – no one can turn down a juicy burger, thick steak, grilled pineapple or even a flamed pizza!
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Experience the Bow River
The Bow River is a gorgeous fixture in our city, and a big draw for many people to visit. Float, kayak, go fishing, bike the pathway, sit by the water’s edge – there are so many different ways to explore the river with your date.
Let the Paddle Station do the planning for you – this wicked local company provides all the water exploration equipment you need in Shouldice Park and allows you to travel down the waterway worry-free, only to leave the equipment at St. Patrick’s Island without another thought and continue on your way. Psssttt…they’re only open until September 15th so get 15% off tours by signing up right here.
Tacos & Mini Golf – Need We Say More?
You’ve probably heard of Calgary’s newest taco hotspot, but if you haven’t, listen up. Tacos, drinks and mini-golf under one roof – yep, life really does get this good at Taiko Canteen. Bring your date for a competitive game of mini-golf and say winner buys.
All you need to do is flash your Date Night Insiders membership card and you’ll receive a free round of lucky putt – worth? We’d say heck yes.
Pedal Your Way Around YYC
First dates can be great – and they can also be awkward. Biking around the city is a great way to take the pressure off a one-on-one date and explore the city at the same time. Perhaps you stumble across a new neighbourhood you’ve never been to, stop for a drink and get to know each other better.
Make it easier by taking a Pedal Pub Tour on a super-cool 15-person bicycle! This eases the intenseness of the date and adds an element of fun. Do something new for this first date, and why not do it at 10% off!?
What are you waiting for YYC? Ask your date out now!
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