*Cue the Mood Lighting and Romantic Music
We have several ideas to help keep the romance in the air and as a bonus – they are also super cost effective! Spend time together and not money on your next date night. 2020 is the year of experiences and sweet sweet love.
FREE Huntsville Date Ideas
Who says dates have to happen at night? Mix it up and try these daytime dates in Huntsville that also happen to be totally FREE!
Sunset at Ditto Landing
Drive out to Ditto Landing and watch the sun set over the Tennessee River. You can park and watch from your vehicle or sit on one of the benches. It’s a beautiful and romantic view!
Get Jiggy with it
Huntsville has no shortage of live music. Check out our Calendar of Events to find a free local concert right here!
Hike a Trail
Pick a trail! Huntsville has so many to choose from! Whether its Monte Sano, Green Mountain, or the Land Trust – there is something for you to explore.
Check out our listing of greenways, parks, and trails.
Picnic at Big Spring Park
We are unbelievably lucky to have such a large park in the middle of Downtown. It’s a gorgeous place to spend an afternoon, pack a lunch and find the perfect spot downtown.
Taste Samples at Costco
If you regularly find yourself spending date night at Target or Costco – this might be the perfect idea for you!
Secret Art Walk in Downtown Huntsville
Art Huntsville has created the ultimate scavenger hunt! Try the Secret Art Walk or travel around Huntsville looking for Space Sculptures Trail.
Put Yourself to the Test
Huntsville has lots of trivia nights! Visit our Calendar of Events to see which trivia night is heading your way! Who is the smartiest smarty pants?
If you do want to spend a bit of money, you can buy some food and drink – save money by splitting an app or just going for dessert.
Volunteer Together
Want to give back? Check out our list of Non-Profit Partners and I’m sure you can find the right fit for you and your loved one! Spend time together while helping a cause!
Explore Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
There is so much to explore and admire at Lowe Mill. This is a great way to enjoy time together and invest time in the arts.
LOW COST Huntsville Date Ideas
Pace Bike Ride
Romantic bike ride! Download the app and grab a Pace Bike from Downtown, and go on a ride to your favorite local places.
Craft Beer Trail Tour
With over 10 locations, you can spend the entire afternoon taking in the local Craft Beer Trail. Huntsville is good at rockets AND craft beer!
Art Museum $5 after 5 Thursday
Enjoy art, wine, culture and cuisine, every Thursday night when admission to the Huntsville Museum of Art is only $5.
Pints & Pixels
Pac-Man, Dig Dug, and Pinball! Pints and Pixels is your place for nostalgia and a great date night!
Thrift Store Shopping
“I’m gonna pop some tags, only got twenty dollars in my pocket!” Try thrift store shopping. Make a complete date night outfit for one another on a budget!
New Food Night
Huntsville has so many new restaurants! Try some new cuisine on date night. Find ideas here: 100 Things to Eat in 2021
For even more stuff to do, check out our Events Calendar!
Katelyn Henderson has lived in Huntsville for over 12 years and feels like it is her true home. She owns We Are Huntsville and loves supporting local business, sharing fun exciting news, and finding all the secret treasures that make Huntsville so special. You can always send her an email! katelyn@wearehuntsville.com
