10 fall dates I want my boyfriend to take me on in Vancouver
Ah, fall. My favourite season of the year. There’s something about the crisp air, the crunchy leaves, and the pumpkin-flavoured coffee that feels romantic to me.
As I was thinking about all the dates I want my boyfriend to take me on this season, I thought that this list could help out other people, too. Make the most of fall and come prepared for your next date night by borrowing from this list of excellent date ideas.
1. Made in the 604 market
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Bring your date to this pop-up artisan market that takes place at Heritage Hall in Vancouver and the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District.
Visit all the vendors’ unique crafts and services at the Made in the 604 Market with your boo while sipping on some hot chocolate.
It’s a wholesome slice of art and cultural life right here in the city this November.
2. See the leaves at Queen Elizabeth Park
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Picturesque Queen Elizabeth Park is the perfect place to take a fall stroll with your sweetheart. After you take in the changing leaves, you can warm up at the nearby Riley Park Matchstick on Main Street for coffee to complete the afternoon.
3. Take a pottery class together
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Try a new hobby (or pick up an old one) and get muddy together this season—a perfect indoor date night idea for when it gets unexpectedly dark and rainy this month. There are dozens of pottery studios in Vancouver that do classes, workshops, and one-time date night experiences. And having a full-on pottery wheel experience a lá Ghost is completely optional.
4. Laugh out loud at a comedy improv show
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If you want to make your date laugh, take them to a riotously funny show at The Improv Centre. Back to the Holidays at The Improv tells all the holiday stories from Scrooges to Grinches; “there’s something inherently funny about holiday cynics who begrudgingly give in to seasonal merriment.”
5. Go thrifting together
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One cheap and fun date night idea is to hit up thrift and vintage stores together. Try finding the most outlandish piece you can and dare your date to take it home! Or, pull together the perfect winter fit. And if you really want to impress a vintage-loving date, you can bring them to the Eastside Flea.
6. Try some beer together
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Take your date to the North Shore Craft Beer Week.
For dates who love a good brew, North Vancouver will deliver the perfect pint. This date is ideal if you want to test out what your preferred beer profile is.
7. Try a new restaurant together
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It’s good for couples to try new and novel experiences together. So, instead of going to your usual date night spot, why not try something new? New places are opening this fall/winter season in Vancouver. And you can always check out Dished for all the latest restaurant openings in Vancouver.
8. Immerse yourself in the cinema
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Nothing beats a good film, and at the cinema, you can even get all dressed up to go out.
We know snuggling on the couch as watching a flick is excellent, but why not make a night out of it by catching dinner first and catching a movie as a “cinematic nightcap” at the Scotiabank Theatre.
9. Play games together
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Seek out arcade games to play with your date to bring fun and lightheartedness to date night, whether you hit up the Rec Room at Brentwood or try a local spot with games like Greta Bar.
10. Grab the best of Granville Island and cook at home together
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“Grab fresh pasta and olives from Zara’s at Granville Island, a nice bottle of wine, and cook a delicious meal at home,” my Daily Hive colleague told me when I asked about date night. Perfect! Zara’s gorgonzola sauce is absolutely divine. Shop the market with your sweetheart and prepare a special spread together.