We love the tried and true, dinner date. It is a classic for a reason! BUT, there are only so many times that a dinner date should be in the schedule. So, let us present to you our six favorite activity dates. We are talking beading, pottery painting, cocktail making, we have got ya!
New York has SO many amazing activities so why not go on a date? Or when your hanging with a friend? What better way to get in that quality time then by creating some masterpieces. We believe in each and every one of you to be a Picasso (even those of us who can barely draw a flower, we believe)!
Brooklyn Charm
If you did not see Brooklyn Charm going viral, we have some questions, but we are not here to judge. This beading and jewelry studio allows you and your date/pals to design and create custom pieces, INCLUDING charm necklaces!!
Location: 145 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
Color Me Mine
Unleash your inner artist at Color Me Mine, a paint-your-own pottery studio that’s perfect for a relaxed, creative date. Choose from a variety of ceramics to paint while hanging with your date and letting your artistic side show (or not…). You can personalize mugs, plates, or figurines – if anyone goes on a first date and paints each other a figurine PLEASE let us know lol
Locations: They have two locations in NYC including Tribeca (123 Baxter St.) and the Upper West Side (177 Amsterdam Ave)
The League of Kitchens
Looking to showoff to your date that you can cook more than a box of KD? Looking to woo them in the kitchen?? OR, want to learn to cook with your bestie?? So you can do the wooing?? Regardless, we have got you covered with The League of Kitchens cooking classes. They’ve got a handful of locations and class options so you are certain to find something drool worthy (besides your hot AF date)!
Location: For “Taste of” and ‘Immersion’ workshops, the instructor welcomes you into their home.
Paint N Pour
We see a lot of paint n sip esque date ideas and this might be the coolest looking one, like EVER. The cocktails are slapping plus the instructors are beyond talented and can help you take your artistic skills from a F- to a C+ at least! We can’t actually guarantee that but you get the point…
Locations: Harlem (2080 Frederick Douglass Blvd.) and the Lower East Side (53 Delancey St.)
Urban Glass
Glass Blowing. Yup. That may be the most unique date idea we have simply ever heard of… Basically they teach you everything you need to know during the workshop and then you get to take your work home. I am sorry but if you want to have a memorable date, this is the way to go.
Location: 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn
Avo Workshop – DIY Leather Wallet
Looking to build a wallet from scratch with every and any customization you could want? Yup, that’s a date idea. This workshop at the AVO Studio in the Brooklyn Navy Yard is perfect for all skill levels and those looking to learn a new skill while creating something practical and elegant.
Take home your own dyed origami wallet & AVO swag during this workshop. Wine and snacks are also provided!
Location: 63 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn
For dates perfect for every season and interest, keep your eyes peeled here!
