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Enjoy quality time even when you're miles apart with these virtual date suggestions
Is it possible to keep the romance alive when you're not in the same room as your partner? The answer is a resounding yes. Whether you're getting to know someone new or maintaining a long-distance relationship, there's always room for a fun and intimate virtual date. Keep reading for a list of virtual date ideas to create memorable moments without leaving your homes!
Suggested Activities
Prepare a meal together.
Choose a menu, then cook a delicious dinner together via video call. Dining out is certainly romantic, but there's something special about cooking at home. Pick a gourmet dish and stay on a video call with your partner while preparing it simultaneously. Once everything is ready, enjoy your meal together as if it were a traditional dinner date.
- You can even make a fun call while grocery shopping to chat, check-in, and ensure you have all the ingredients ready.
Enjoy a virtual coffee date.
Have a conversation over a cup of coffee and discover more about each other. Coffee dates are a relaxed and easygoing way to connect, especially for new couples getting acquainted. If meeting in person isn't possible yet, a virtual coffee date is the perfect alternative! Set up a video call with your date, brew a cup of coffee, and chat away while sipping your drinks just like you would in person.
- Reader Poll: We asked 269 Mytour readers, and 52% of them said that their favorite conversation starters for dates are questions about hobbies and interests. [Take Poll] Try asking about your date’s favorite hobbies!
Watch a movie together online.
Share your favorite films and have your date do the same. Movie nights are a classic date idea, and they work perfectly even when you're apart! Choose a movie (or TV show, if you prefer), start streaming it simultaneously, and stay on a video call while watching. It will feel just like you're sharing the experience in the same room.
- Don't forget to grab your favorite snacks and drinks before starting the movie!
- Consider using apps like Teleparty to sync your movie watching. After selecting your movie, use the app to watch together in real-time and chat as it plays.
Take a walk together virtually.
Take personality quizzes together.
Discover more about each other by taking fun personality tests. Whether it's your first date or you've been together for a while, there's always something new to uncover, and quizzes are a fun way to do just that. Understanding your date’s personality type or love language is a great start—so why not take several quizzes together and compare the results?
- For example, you could try a love language quiz to learn how your date expresses and receives love.
- Take a personality test to find out your date’s Myers-Briggs type.
- Or just have some fun with quirky quizzes—like a temperament test or even find out which Pokémon type you are!
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Go deeper with your date by having a meaningful Q&A session. Sometimes, coming up with profound questions on the spot can be tricky. A dedicated Q&A session, however, makes it easier to dive into those thoughtful conversations. Simply prepare a list of questions you’d like to ask, and take turns answering them during the date.
- Make sure both of you answer every question—even the ones you ask. That way, you both get to know each other better.
- For a fun twist, turn it into a quiz! Write down the questions and answer them based on what you think your date would say. The more answers you get right, the more points you earn!
Attend a virtual concert or performance together.
Watch a performance by one of your favorite artists with your special someone. Many artists now stream their concerts online, allowing fans to enjoy their shows from a distance—whether live or pre-recorded. Find a virtual concert that both of you can watch together, and enjoy it while on a video call with one another.
Play online games together.
Have a fun and slightly competitive game night with your date. Do you both enjoy playing games? Spend an entire evening together competing in games made for two players. Whether it's a video game, party game, or an online card game, it’s a great way to bond with your date while enjoying a little friendly rivalry!
- For example, try out online Jackbox Games like Gibbage or Trivia Murder Party.
- Get moving in multiplayer games like Minecraft or Fortnite.
- You can even play Monopoly or chess online.
- Make sure to stay on a video call while you play, so you can chat and keep the conversation going.
Mix cocktails (or mocktails) virtually.
Find out who can make the most inventive drink. Plan a virtual date where you and your date become bartenders for the evening. Choose a few drinks you want to create—whether alcoholic cocktails or non-alcoholic mocktails. Gather the ingredients, connect over a video call, and start mixing up some fun drinks together.
- If you're unsure what to make, start by preparing your date’s favorite drink!
- You could also try creating your own cocktails. For example, make drinks that are inspired by each other’s personalities and explain the meaning behind each ingredient once you’re done.
- Surprise your date with a cocktail recipe that they don't know about, and see who can make the better drink!
Host a DIY sip and paint evening.
Enjoy a night of painting, sipping wine, and chatting with your date. Sometimes, it’s fun to get creative—even if you don’t think you have an artistic bone in your body. For your DIY wine and paint night, find an online tutorial or just paint whatever you like. Set up a video call, pour some wine, and get started on your artwork! Once you’re done, share your masterpieces with each other.
- For a special touch, you could mail your artwork to each other, giving you both a personal keepsake to remember the evening.
- You’ll find tons of painting tutorials on YouTube. Or, why not use a photo you took as your painting inspiration?
- To add more fun, pick a theme—maybe even try painting along to a Bob Ross tutorial!
Go on an online shopping spree.
Shop for clothes or pick out fun gifts for each other while browsing together online. While mall shopping can be a blast, shopping online with your date can be just as enjoyable when you’re chatting and laughing along the way. While on a video call, visit your favorite online stores and shop together. You could even share your screens and pick out items that you think your date would love.
- Don’t stress about splurging—set a budget to keep things fun and affordable for both of you.
- If you’re sticking to a budget, consider setting a $20 spending limit. This way, you can get a meaningful gift without breaking the bank.
Read a book together.
Take turns reading aloud to each other over the phone. If you miss hearing your date’s voice, reading a book together can be a perfect way to spend some quality time. Choose a book you’d like to read, and decide who will read each section—or you can switch off reading parts to make it even more fun. Spend a cozy evening telling stories and relaxing together!
- Want to make it more fun? Try reading in a dramatic fashion or use funny voices for the characters to add some flair to your story time.
- Why not make it a mini book club for two? Once you finish, chat about the book, share your favorite moments, and discuss the characters you connected with the most.
Plan a trip together.
Planning your dream trip can bring long-distance couples closer together. Even if you're not in a long-distance relationship, planning an exciting getaway together can be a fun bonding experience. Hop on a video call, chat about the destinations you’re interested in, the hotels you'd prefer to stay in, and the activities you're most looking forward to. It’s a great way to dream up your next adventure together!
Curate playlists for each other.
Making playlists for each other is a fun way to share your musical tastes. Remember the old-school mixtape? Now you can do the modern version by sharing playlists with your date. Fill your playlist with songs that remind you of them, tunes that make you think of your time together, or just your favorite tracks you want to share. It’s all about the vibe!
- Platforms like Spotify and Apple Music allow you to create playlists and send them to others with ease.
Have a formal black-tie date night.
Transform an ordinary night into something special by dressing up for a black-tie date at home. Who says you need a special event to don your finest attire? Any night can feel elegant if you and your date are in the mood! Slip into your best outfit, style your hair, and apply makeup (if that’s your thing). Then, order a fancy dinner and video call your date to share a romantic, upscale dinner right from your own home.
- Set the atmosphere before your date with some soft music, flickering candles, or even a bottle of fine wine.
- To add a twist, why not surprise your date by choosing their dinner (and have them do the same for you)?
Take a virtual tour of a museum.
Explore a world-renowned museum without leaving your couch. Many famous museums like the Smithsonian, the British Museum, and the Louvre offer virtual tours you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. Some even offer live video tours hosted by expert guides! Pick a museum to visit together and spend time exploring exhibits and imagining you’re both walking through the halls side by side.
Have a PowerPoint presentation date.
Turn creating a slideshow into a fun and easy date activity! Start by picking a fun theme that will entertain both you and your date. Then, create a simple PowerPoint presentation around that theme. When the date arrives, present your slides just as if you were giving a business presentation—but with a lighthearted and fun topic! Some theme ideas include:
- Ranking your favorite Halloween costumes
- Comparing fast food french fries from best to worst
- Fashion trends you wish you never tried
- What you would do if you were the president
- Assigning your coworkers as characters from The Office
- Remember, you don’t have to use PowerPoint—Keynote and Google Slides work just as well!
Create a shared photo album.
Build a virtual photo album together, where you both contribute and reminisce. Use a cloud-based storage site like Google Drive or Dropbox, or even a social media platform like Instagram to start your album. Then, take some time to add photos from your relationship while chatting over a phone or video call with your date.
- This date is special because not only do you get to bond over the album, but you’ll also get to reflect on your relationship’s best moments so far.
Go stargazing.
Stargazing can be a romantic experience, even when you're miles apart. For this date, simply go outside at the same time as your date (and stay connected through a video or phone call). Lay down and watch the stars, and enjoy a conversation with your date while you both take in the night sky.
- If you're into astronomy, point out the constellations you spot and share their names with your date.
- If not, just enjoy the stars and let the peaceful moment set the scene for your chat.
Exercise together at the same time.
Work on your fitness goals with your date's motivation. Do you both love staying active and wish you could go on runs or hikes together? While you may not be in the same place physically, you can still work out at the same time while chatting on the phone. It's like a virtual gym date!
- Set regular workout dates to stay on track. By scheduling exercise sessions together, you'll help keep each other accountable and make it easier to stick to your fitness routine.
Learn something new together.
Take an online class together and enhance your skills while apart. Want to try learning something new with your date? Sign up for an online class that excites both of you, whether it's learning a new language or mastering the art of baking. By sharing the learning experience, you'll spend time together, encourage each other, and feel closer as you grow your skills. You'll both finish the course feeling accomplished!
- Sites like MasterClass and Skillshare offer tons of online courses you and your date can explore.
Host a DIY mini film festival.
Compete to see who can assemble the best collection of video clips. You don't have to be a professional filmmaker to host your own little “film festival”! Pick a theme and gather a bunch of short videos that fit it. Then, video-call your date and take turns showing each other your picks. If you're feeling competitive, you can even argue over whose collection was the funniest or most memorable.
- The theme can be anything you want, like “funniest cat fails,” “best comedy sketches,” or “most epic movie moments ever.”
Host a virtual fashion show.
Revamp your closet by having a virtual fashion show. Need to declutter your wardrobe? Why not turn it into a fun activity! Before the date, gather up some old clothes you're ready to part with (ask your date to do the same). Then, get on a video call and take turns showcasing your “soon-to-be-gone” outfits, offering feedback on what to keep and what to toss.
- Not only will you have a blast, but you'll also get some style advice from each other!
Have a virtual picnic date.
Enjoy a relaxing outdoor meal together—virtually. Who says you can’t have a romantic picnic even if you’re in different locations? For this virtual date, each of you prepares a meal and picks a nice spot—perhaps a local park or beach. Once you’ve set up your little picnic, video-call each other and share your meals while enjoying each other's company from afar.
- If you need some inspiration, check out how to plan a perfect picnic together!
Try an online escape room challenge.
Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test in a virtual escape room. Escape rooms are thrilling adventures where you and your team work together to solve puzzles and riddles in order to “escape” before time runs out. While you won’t be physically trapped in a room during a virtual experience, you and your date can still enjoy the challenge from the comfort of your homes! Solve riddles, crack codes, and see if you can escape together.
- Many escape room companies now offer virtual games that you can play over Zoom, so just choose a game that you and your date can enjoy and book it for two.
Play a round of Two Truths and a Lie.
Get to know each other better with this classic icebreaker game. The rules are simple: take turns telling your date three things about yourself. Two should be true, and one should be a lie. Your date then guesses which statement is the lie, and when it’s their turn, you try to guess theirs! Keep track of who guesses correctly most often.
- For example, you might say: “I’ve never been to Europe” (true), “I can speak five languages” (false), and “I’ve eaten fried tarantula” (true).
- If your date guesses that the language claim is false, they score a point. If they guess wrong, you score for fooling them!
Fill out Mad Libs together for a laugh.
Have a blast filling in the blanks of a funny story. Take turns completing Mad Libs, a game where you create a hilarious tale by filling in missing words. When it’s your date’s turn, ask them for a word for each blank without offering any context. Once you’ve filled in all the blanks, read the wacky result aloud and share a good laugh at how silly the story turned out!
Challenge each other to a bake-off.
See who can whip up the tastiest dessert. Are you both passionate about sweets? A virtual bake-off is a fun way to bond. While video-calling each other, pick a dessert recipe (or each choose a different one) and bake at the same time. Once you’re done, compare your results! While you can’t taste each other’s creations, you’ll still enjoy admiring them.
Surprise each other with a mystery meal.
Order a surprise dinner for each other and see what arrives. Looking for a unique dinner experience? Try ordering a surprise meal for your date, while they do the same for you. The twist? You won’t know what’s in store until you unwrap the food! Once your meals are revealed, video-call each other and enjoy the surprise together.
- Make sure to consider any dietary preferences or restrictions when ordering, and ensure your date does the same.
- Only do this with someone you trust, as you'll be sharing your address with them.
Host a dance party for just the two of you.
Take turns teaching each other new dances or let loose with some freestyle moves. Are you and your date both into dancing? You can still dance together, even if you're not physically in the same place! Build a playlist with your favorite tracks (make sure to include some of your date's favorites too) and jump on a video call. Then, dance the night away together!
- If you both have dance experience, you could teach each other new moves or find tutorials online to follow. If not, just enjoy each other’s freestyle dancing skills and have fun!
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Dress up as if you were going out on a date, even for a virtual one! Treat your virtual date like any other, and dress appropriately for the activity you've planned.
