As a newlywed, can you guess what my biggest struggle is? Besides my new hubby’s deafening snores (currently happening as I type this out, funnily enough)… It’s finances! Y’all, we are absolutely on the struggle bus when it comes to money. We’re broke and we’re proud! But… we’d also like to still have fun and be normal people somehow, am I right? Unfortunately those things do NOT go hand in hand. Jacks + I have been extremely creative when it comes to dating each other the past few months. We have come across some really cool ideas, books, etc to help us plan fun date nights, you guessed it, on a budget! Because like J.Lo said, “Love don’t cost a thing!” Or at least, not a lot.

Here’s a list of some of our favorite, but not totally lame and boring, affordable date ideas for you + your hottie.

• Picnic at the Park – Who doesn’t love a good picnic? (if they don’t, then they’re not the one for you!) Go to the grocery store together to grab your favorite snacks, pack the picnic basket, grab a blanket. Easy peasy.
• Arcade Night – Lots of time, without spending a dime (okay you’re spending more than a dime but you get it). Check out some of our favorite local arcades here!
• Fairs + Festivals – Everyone loves cotton candy + a corn dog, duh.
• Drive-Thru Date – We love to get comfy in our sweats, hit the drive-thru, and eat in the car. No distractions, just you + your boo thang.
• Berry Picking – This is one of my favorite things to do! Depending on your location + the season, obvi, but it’s so fun! Plus, is there anything more romantic than walking through an orchard together? Of course not.
• Game Night – This seems like a no brainer, but game nights are totally slept on. Check out some of our favorite games here!
• Browse a Bookstore – Okay, I know this actually does sound totally lame + boring, but we’ve had so much fun walking through bookstores. Finding a funny book or a book from your childhood is a great way to start up a conversation + laugh together!
• Go on a Walk – Going on a walk together + a great way to connect + learn more about your s/o. Quality time for the win!
• Farmer’s Market – Check out your local farmer’s market! Fresh air + fresh fruits? Yes, please.
• Binge Watch – Pick your favorite movies/show, grab your favorite snacks + y’all are set! It’s also way fun to build a fort + hang some string-lights! How cute is that?

Save these 10 Date Night Ideas on a Budget for your next night out! Let me know how it goes!