11 romantic fall dates I want my boyfriend to take me on in Edmonton
Autumn may be the most romantic season in Edmonton. The air is crisp, the river valley bursts into patches of green and gold, and nearby farms turn into corn mazes and pumpkin patches complete with firepits and apple cider.
With cooler weather settling in, we’re already thinking about the cozy autumn days ahead. There’s no better time to grab your date and make the most of everything fall that Edmonton has to offer!
Here are 11 fall date ideas we think boyfriends should take note of:
Admire the changing fall colours
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Edmonton’s River Valley is vast, and nothing beats a stroll through North America’s largest urban park system in the fall. With more than 160 kilometres of maintained pathways and 20 major parks, it’s the perfect place to spend an afternoon taking in the changing colours of the season. Best of all, it won’t cost a thing. It’s where you’ll also find the best spots to view the fall colours in Edmonton (and maybe snap that fall date pic).
Check out the Telus World of Science
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With adult-only events like Where Science Meets Cocktails and Sip & Science, the Telus World of Science makes for an enjoyable date night spot. You can learn something new, try inventive food, or explore the hands-on exhibits without competing with a kid for a turn. The science centre puts on a variety of events throughout the season, and its calendar is definitely worth checking out.
Hit up a corn maze
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Nothing says “autumn has arrived” more than a trip to the corn maze. You’ll have to work together to escape its confines, and its cozy and intimate atmosphere makes it the perfect autumn date activity.
Common’s Street Car Event
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If watching the sun set atop the High Level Bridge with a beer in hand sounds like your idea of the perfect date night, check out The Common’s streetcar party. Grab your boyfriend and sample some awesome beer and eats while admiring the views from the top of the city’s tallest bridge. It runs each Thursday until Oct. 16, and tickets sell fast.
Muttart Conservatory Adult Night
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Every Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m., you and your date can wander through the conservatory’s stunning, ever-changing glass pyramid displays while enjoying a cocktail or two. It’s fun, affordable, and a perfect way to break up the week!
Coffee or cocktails at a cozy spot
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Picture this: The sun has set on a crisp fall evening, you’re bundled up and looking for warmth, and the soft glow of a cozy spot catches your eye. Whether it’s a cocktail at Bar Trove or Kin, or a coffee at Fawkes or The Colombian, Edmonton has plenty of comfy, inviting spots perfect for a memorable date night.
Check out the pumpkin patch
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An adorable date idea and an excellent way to celebrate the season is to stop at one of the many fun and accessible pumpkin patches around the city. Grab your date, snag a pumpkin or two, and take it home to carve or use as a cute fall decoration!
Sign up for a cooking class
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With even chillier weather on the way, it’s the perfect time to brush up on your cooking skills before spending more time indoors. From hands-on classes at L’oca to attainable classes at the Stanley A. Milner Library downtown, there are plenty of options that will warm your oven and fill your home with delicious smells.
Explore a haunted house… if you dare
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Popular haunts, including Dark and Deadmonton, are returning for another year, and with chilling new themes. It’s the perfect date night for all of you ghouls and goblins who love a scare!
Free admission at the Art Gallery of Alberta
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Wander through the thoughtful artwork at the Art Gallery of Alberta and take your time admiring each exhibit. With free admission from 4 to 7 p.m. on the last Thursday of every month, it’s a perfect spot for a date night, and once you’re done, grab a bite to eat downtown to round out the evening!
Elk Island National Park
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Whether you’re hitting the trails, stargazing, or trying to spot some buffalo, this national park is well worth the short drive, and it’s gorgeous in the fall. Why not enjoy the crisp fall air outdoors with your date at this stunning park?