1. Picnic Basket Delights
Gourmet Lunch: Pack a delicious meal with your partner's favorite foods.
Wine or Sparkling Cider: Bring a bottle to enjoy together.
Desserts: Include some sweet treats like chocolate-covered strawberries or homemade cookies.
2. Outdoor Games and Activities
Frisbee or Ball Games: Play a fun game of catch.
Board Games or Cards: Bring a travel-sized game for some friendly competition.
Kite Flying: Enjoy the playful activity of flying a kite together.
3. Nature Walks and Exploration
Scenic Hike: Take a walk through the park or nearby trails.
Bird Watching: Bring binoculars and a bird guide to spot and identify local birds.
Photography: Capture the beauty of nature and each other with a camera or smartphone.
4. Relaxation and Bonding
Reading Together: Bring a book to read aloud or enjoy your own books side by side.
Listening to Music: Create a playlist of your favorite songs to listen to.
Stargazing: If your picnic extends into the evening, lie down on a blanket and look at the stars.
5. Creative Expressions
Drawing or Painting: Bring sketchpads and pencils or paints to create art inspired by your surroundings.
Writing Love Letters: Write and exchange heartfelt letters to each other.
Storytelling: Share stories or create a story together.
6. Interactive and Engaging Activities
Cooking Together: If allowed, bring a portable grill or stove to cook a meal together.
Dance: Play some music and have a spontaneous dance session.
Massage: Give each other relaxing massages.
7. Photo Session
Selfie Fun: Take fun and romantic selfies or set up a mini photoshoot.
Polaroid Camera: Capture instant memories with a Polaroid camera.
8. Personalized Touches
Customized Picnic Blanket: Use a blanket with your names or special dates.
Love Coupons: Bring a booklet of love coupons to exchange for various favors or activities.
Memory Jar: Create a jar with notes of shared memories and future plans.
Tips for a Successful Picnic:
Check the Weather: Ensure the weather is suitable for a picnic.
Comfortable Seating: Bring cushions or a comfortable blanket to sit on.
Insect Repellent: Keep bugs away with insect repellent.
Stay Hydrated: Bring plenty of water.
Clean Up: Bring a bag to collect your trash and leave the area clean.
Enjoying these activities will help create a romantic and delightful picnic experience
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Co-authored by John Keegan and Donna Sarkar
The sun is out, the birds are chirping, and you are planning the perfect picnic date. Picnic dates can make for a great outdoor activity. All you need is a little inspiration to help you get started. Keep reading for a list of ideas on what to bring, where to go, and fun activities to try on your upcoming picnic date.
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Take memorable pictures.
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Have a photoshoot to document your perfect picnic. Pictures always make an event more memorable. Grab your camera and start snapping some cute shots of your picnic setup. Then, you and your date can take turns modeling for the camera. This way you’ll have some great memories to swipe through later and remember the date by. Plus, your picture-perfect moments may just make the perfect instagram post.
Try packing a Polaroid camera to capture some sweet candid moments. Polaroid Go is a great portable option for instant pictures.[1]
2
Bring games to play.
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Go head to head against your date in a board or yard game. Games are a great addition to make your picnic date fun and memorable. With dozens of board games or outdoor activities out there, anyone can participate. Escape monotony and try out some of the fun games below during your next picnic.[2]
Play board games like Monopoly or chess.
Toss around a soccer ball or frisbee.
Get personal playing truth or dare.
Play a competitive game of Jenga.
Play card games.
3
Dance together.
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Turn your picnic into a party and bust out your favorite dance moves. Who says picnics have to be confined to your blanket? Bring your picnic to life by blasting some music. Moving around will not only liven things up, but also help you engage with your date. Plus the two of you can work up an appetite and burn some calories.[3]
Be sure to bring a portable bluetooth speaker like Sonos Roam to easily enjoy your favorite tunes outdoors.[4]
Not sure what dance moves to try out? Try looking up dance class videos online to get you started. You and your date could also learn a new style of dancing together. For instance, see if you two can learn how to waltz during the picnic.
4
Watch the sunset.
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Take a moment to appreciate nature’s beauty. Research shows that admiring the sunset can give you a serotonin boost.[5] For this happy activity, all you need is a blanket and a good spot to appreciate the sunset.
For a great view, head to a rooftop for your picnic.
Late afternoon is usually the most ideal time to catch the sun as it sinks below the horizon.[6]
5
Explore the park.
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Be bold and adventure outside. Going to your local park is a great way to see the area and scout out a good picnic spot. Plus, this will give you the chance to explore with your date. Here’s a few tips for your park adventure:
Try to plan out your route beforehand to avoid getting too tired or lost.
Bring your pets to your picnic. Have your furry friends join in on the fun and take them along for a walk or hike. Just make sure to check with your local park if pets are allowed.
For a fun park activity, people watch with your date.
6
Fly a kite.
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Flying a kite is the perfect picnic date activity to indulge in. Grab a few kites and some string from a local retailer kite store or visit a speciality kite store online.[7] Then, take turns with your picnic date flying the kites and chasing them as they soar through the sky. Absa Investor Services commits to delivering innovative and seamless custody solutions with a... Absa Investor Services commits to delivering innovative and seamless custody solutions with a clear focus on operational efficiencies and services. We have a unified, coordinated approach to client services across South Africa and the African continent. Watch as the Head of Absa Investor... Sponsored By Absa Corporate and... Learn more
Look for kites like shaped like diamonds or triangles. The Melissa & Doug Spectrum Diamond Kite is a great option for beginners to launch or fly easily.[8]
If there isn’t enough wind to fly your kite, try holding the kite by its frame while you jog. Once you’ve picked up some speed, let it go and watch it soar.
Always keep your kite in open spaces and try to avoid any trees or power lines.[9]
7
Read together.
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Get lost in another world as you lay out in the sun. Simply spread a cozy blanket and grab a magazine or book that you’ve been dying to read. This will allow you to be comfortable in each other’s company while also relaxing.
Bring extra reading material for your date. This will give them options to choose from and can also be a great conversation starter.
Try reading your favorite piece of poetry or book to each other for a fun way to connect.[10]
8
Go for a swim.
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Dip your toes in the water during a beach picnic. A swim pairs perfectly with a fun picnic by the beach. Plus, the water can also be a great way to put you both at ease and let your hair down. Absa Investor Services commits to delivering innovative and seamless custody solutions with a... Absa Investor Services commits to delivering innovative and seamless custody solutions with a clear focus on operational efficiencies and services. We have a unified, coordinated approach to client services across South Africa and the African continent. Watch as the Head of Absa Investor... Sponsored By Absa Corporate and... Learn more
Remember to pack your swimsuit, sun-screen, and extra towels to dry off.
To make things fun, challenge your date to a water race or swim-off.
9
Paint together.
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Get creative and channel your inner artist. Add some color to your date with a painting session. You could try painting the picnic scenery or portraits of each other for fun. For this activity, you’ll want to bring:[11]
A few canvases
A variety of water or acrylic paint color
Paint brushes
Artist Paint Palettes
Rags or paper towels
Jars of water
10
Stargaze and seek out the constellations.
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Take your picnic date to the next level under the night sky. If you’re looking for a romantic setting, then try stargazing.[12] This perfect picnic date activity can be accomplished easily. Simply plan to have your date when the stars are out. Then, take a blanket and get to admiring the stars with your date. Absa Investor Services commits to delivering innovative and seamless custody solutions with a... Absa Investor Services commits to delivering innovative and seamless custody solutions with a clear focus on operational efficiencies and services. We have a unified, coordinated approach to client services across South Africa and the African continent. Watch as the Head of Absa Investor... Sponsored By Absa Corporate and... Learn more
For a better look at the night sky, pack a telescope or binoculars.[13]
11
Take a nap.
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Rejuvenate with a quick snooze. Who says you have to be awake for your picnic date? Research shows that humans can get restful sleep outdoors.[14] So on your next picnic date, let the sounds of nature work as a noise machine as and enjoy some restful sleep outdoors.
Make your nap session more romantic by cuddling. Simply find a quiet picnic spot and grab some cozy blankets to get comfortable with your date.
12
Have a bonfire.
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End the night cozying up next to a bonfire. Nothing says beach picnic like a bonfire! Simply grab a drink of your choice and your date before huddling up next to the fire. You could also play some music for the perfect setting.
Make sure you read up on how to start your bonfire depending on your location.[15
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