9 Downtown Date Nights (that aren't just drinks)!
Looking to mix up your next night out? Downtown is full of fun, cozy, and creative date ideas that go way beyond grabbing drinks. Whether you’re into friendly competition, delicious food, or exploring something new together, these spots will help you make memories downtown. Here are 9 date night ideas that prove you don’t need alcohol to have a great time!
1. Crack the Code and Sweeten the Deal!
Team up at the Grand Forks Escape Room to test your problem-solving skills with one of their themed rooms! Then celebrate your victory with a decadent dessert at Harry’s Steakhouse. Enjoy creamy creme brulee, New York cheesecake, and more! It’s an evening of both adventure and indulgence!
2. Throw, Play, and Pizza the Night Away!
Start your evening with some friendly competition at Downtown Axe throwing axes annd enjoying some salty popcorn. Then head to Half Brothers Brewing Company for pinball, pizza, and Fizzy Pops! It’s casual, fun, and just the right amount of excitement and relaxation!
3. Enjoy Festive Lights with a Warm Cup in Hand!
Bundle up and enjoy all the lights, festive window displays, and the Town Square Christmas Tree! Pop into Urban Stampede, The Ember, or Sweetwaters for something hot to sip as you stroll downtown. It’s a festive night that feels straight out of a holiday movie!
4. Yoga and Comfort Food!
Find your zen together with a yoga or pilates class at Lotus Yoga! Then head to Bonzer’s Sandwich Pub (almost) right next door for some hearty chili, nachos, and a classic hometown vibe. It’s the perfect way to warm up on a chilly night!
5. Dinner and a Show, Downtown Style!
Grab some warm pizza and a delicious appetizer at Rhombus Guys, then catch a live show or film at The Empire Arts Center. They have rotating shows and movies all year long! This is a classic date night combo that also supports two amazing downtown staples!
6. Art, Cookies, and a View!
Get creative with an art class at Arts for Vets! They have stained glass classes, jewelry making, and painting classes! Then grab some warm cookies and a hot beverage from Dorothy’s Treats in Hugo’s Pure Market and enjoy them upstairs in The Mezz for a beautiful downtown view. Sweet, peaceful, and a little artsy, just how a downtown date should be!
7. Skates and Snacks in Town Square!
Glide hand-in-hand at the picturesque FCCU Downtown Ice Rink in Town Square! You can get skates at various shops in town, including Play it Again Sports and Gerrells Sports Center! Then warm up with a plate of pretzels or cheesy poutine at The Hub. There’s no better place to make winter memories than right here in the heart of downtown!
8. An East Grand Forks Classic!
Date night isn’t just for Downtown Grand Forks! Catch a movie at River Cinema in Downtown East Grand Forks, then just head across the parking lot to The Blue Moose for dinner. They have something for everyone, including their famous spinach queso! This date night is an unbeatable combo that never goes out of style.
9. Exercise for your Body and Brain!
Work up an appetite with a class or walking the track at the Altru Family YMCA, then refuel at Brick & Barley for dinner and trivia night. This is a fun, feel-good evening that keeps both your body and brain in shape!
