Unusual Date Nights for Grown-up Kid-free Fun

After years together, it’s easy to get stuck in the rut of quickly grabbing dinner at your favourite local spot (who already knows what you’re going to order before you do!), or seeing the latest blockbuster at the cinema for date night. Maybe the date nights have ceased altogether in favour of ordering takeout in pyjamas on the couch once the kids finally go to bed.

But enough with the excuses. It's time to put the romance back into your life with date nights that are anything but boring! Here are some unusual, memorable and exciting date night ideas that are well worth shelling out for a babysitter.

Unusual Date Nights for Grown-up Kid-free Fun

1. Art by Moonlight

Art exhibitions aren’t just for rainy afternoons! Did you know the Art Gallery of NSW run Art After Hours? 

Give your date night a modern arty edge every Wednesday night at the Art Gallery of NSW's after-hours exhibitions. See exciting sculptures under the cover of moonlight until 10 pm and discover new art and old favourites in their latest exhibitions and collection displays. You can also join a guided tour, and enjoy a drink or have a bite to eat in the cafe.

2. Movies…With a Twist

There's nothing unusual about going to the movies for date night, but what about movies with a twist?

Kick the luxury factor up a notch with Gold Class at Event Cinemas. You can feel like teenagers again with a nostalgic drive-in movie at Blacktown, or have a vegetarian buffet and watch a movie comfortably lying down at Govinda’s. Check out an old classic at the Golden Age cinema for a true Old Hollywood experience (with cocktails at the bar beforehand, naturally!). And finally, have a surprising experience at Sydney's Underground Cinema where you arrive at an undisclosed location in costume and watch live performances in an exciting new space decked out to resemble a film set.

3. Get a Handmade Picnic, Delivered!

Yes, picnics are lovely but a handmade picnic hamper is even lovelier!

Picnic hampers are all the rage in Sydney for couples looking for a romantic picnic date without the fuss! All you have to do is select your favourite picnic location, pack your picnic blanket and let your favourite picnic purveyors do the rest!

Some super romantic places to picnic in Sydney are Gordon’s Bay (between Coogee and Clovelly beaches) where you might just spot a mermaid, Dawes Point for a picturesque view of the harbour and Opera House, Watsons Bay or Centennial Parklands. Anywhere near water or overlooking gorgeous scenery should just about do the trick though.

4. Distillery Tours and Cocktail-making Classes

Gin lovers take note! Did you know you can take a tour of the fabulous Archie Rose Distillery in Rosebery?

Their distillery tours are run throughout the year for gin lovers to learn about how gin is made, look at what flavours go into each bottle, and enjoy a delicious round of gin tastings. 

Archie Rose Distillery also run gin masterclasses, whisky masterclasses, and cocktail-making classes, plus they've got a bar and restaurant onsite for a delicious feed - all-in-all a fantastic location for date night in Sydney!

5. Take a Cooking Class

Have fun getting your hands messy and enjoy the delicious fruits of your labour afterwards at a cooking class with your love.

Sydney Cooking School offers cooking classes for exotic cuisines like Asian, Italian, French, Modern Thai, Sri Lankan, Middle Eastern, Spanish (think paella and tapas), Mexican (including margaritas), and Japanese Sushi. The kids will love trying out the new dishes you’ve learnt once date night is over!

6. Release Some Adrenaline

Romantic strolls and candlelit dinners are so very un-unusual!

Get your blood pumping and adrenaline going with some thrills and spills at Sydney's top adrenaline attractions. Couples can check out the incredible rides at Luna Park (we know you won't be able to resist a romantic nighttime Ferris wheel ride!), work on your teamwork and belaying skills with indoor rock climbing, and release your inner child at iFly indoor skydiving, or finally, settle the debate of who's the best driver at indoor go-karting.

7. Couples Horse Riding

If you're more of a day-date couple, then add a romantic couple's horse riding session to your list of date night ideas asap!

Sydney Horse Riding offers beginner trail rides with experienced riders in the lush bushlands of Denham Court, just 45 minutes from the Sydney CBD. For horse riding closer to Sydney, check out Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre, and there's always the tried and loved Sydney Horse Riding Centre in Campbelltown. 

8. Pottery Class for Two

Channel your inner Patrick Swayze-Demi Moore Ghost vibes and book in a romantic couple's pottery class in Sydney.

From beginner pottery tutorials to fun wheel-throwing, experienced masterclasses and even Sip and Sculpt workshops, Sydney is loaded with all sorts of adult pottery classes for a fun and creative date night.

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