Date Night Ideas in Colorado Springs
Looking for something different to do for date night in Colorado Springs? Whether you're planning a first date, celebrating something special or just tired of doing the same dinner-and-a-movie routine, Colorado Springs has plenty of ways to turn a regular night out into something memorable.
Here are 10 date night ideas worth trying.
1. See an Intimate Magic Show at Mystic Parlor
Skip the movie theater and spend an hour experiencing magic and mind reading from only a few feet away. Mystic Parlor is an intimate eight-seat micro-theater where every seat feels like the front row, making it a memorable date when you want something you can actually experience together and talk about afterward.
Seating is limited to just eight guests and advance reservations are required, so reserve your seats before planning the rest of your evening.
2. Have Dinner Underground at The Rabbit Hole
Head underground in downtown Colorado Springs for dinner at The Rabbit Hole, a late-night restaurant with a whimsical Alice in Wonderland-inspired atmosphere. The underground setting, creative cocktails and unusual decor make dinner feel like part of the date itself rather than simply the meal before your next stop.
It's a popular date-night spot, so reservations are a good idea if you're planning your evening around another activity or show afterward.
3. Escape to Shrunken Head Tiki
Walk downstairs and suddenly your Colorado Springs date night feels a little more tropical. Shrunken Head Tiki combines elaborate cocktails with low lighting, tropical decor and an atmosphere that's much more memorable than simply grabbing drinks at a typical bar.
It's especially good as a before-or-after-dinner stop when you want drinks to feel like an actual part of the date rather than somewhere you're just waiting for the next activity.
4. Catch Live Music at Louie's Piano Bar
For a date night with a little more energy, head to Louie Louie's Piano Bar for drinks and live music. The interactive piano bar atmosphere makes it a great choice when you want to laugh, sing along and have something happening around you instead of spending the entire night sitting across a table.
It's especially fun as a later stop after dinner or another activity. Check the current schedule and hours before heading out since entertainment and availability can vary by night.
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5. Challenge Each Other at an Arcade Bar
Turn date night into a little competition at Supernova Bar and Arcade. Grab a drink, jump between classic arcade games and pinball and find out which one of you takes losing at an old-school video game way too seriously.
It's an especially good option for a first or early date because there's always something to do, which takes some of the pressure off sitting across from each other trying to keep a conversation going for hours.
6. Grab Ice Cream at a Colorado Springs Favorite
Sometimes the best way to finish a date is with something simple. Josh & John's serves locally made ice cream and makes an easy stop if you want to grab a couple of scoops and keep the night going with a walk around downtown.
For a more old-school Colorado Springs experience, try BJ's Velvet Freez. It's a longtime local favorite for soft serve, shakes, sundaes and other classic frozen treats, making it a fun choice when you want something casual and nostalgic.
Whichever you choose, dessert works especially well after dinner or another activity when neither of you is quite ready for the night to end. Check current hours if you're planning on making it a late-night stop.
7. Watch the Sunset from Palmer Park
For something quieter, head toward the Yucca Flats area of Palmer Park around sunset. You'll trade restaurants and downtown lights for open space, mountain views and a chance to actually walk and talk together.
Give yourself enough time to arrive before sunset rather than showing up as the sun disappears. Bring comfortable shoes and check the weather before heading out.
8. Play Mini Golf With Dinosaurs at Lost Realm
If you want a date that's a little more playful, head to Lost Realm Adventure Park for a round of miniature golf surrounded by life-size dinosaurs and over-the-top scenery. Between the dinosaurs, giant gorilla and themed courses, it's the kind of place where taking ridiculous photos together is almost as much a part of the date as actually keeping score.
Make it competitive, put something small on the line for the winner or forget the score entirely and just enjoy doing something different together. Since the miniature golf courses are outdoors, check current hours and weather before heading over.
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9. Grab a Beer at Voodoo Brewing Co.
If your ideal date is more relaxed than formal, stop at Voodoo Brewing Co. for craft beer, food and a laid-back atmosphere. Split something to eat, try a flight or just grab a beer together without turning the evening into a full sit-down dinner.
It's an easy option to combine with another activity before or afterward, especially when you want the night to feel spontaneous rather than overly planned.
10. Paint Something Together
Instead of buying another souvenir from date night, make one. Painting with a Twist walks you through creating your own paintings while you hang out together, and some date-night events feature two separate canvases that combine into one larger piece.
Events are scheduled ahead of time, so check the calendar and reserve your spots before you go.
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Make a Night of It
The best date nights don't necessarily come from doing the most expensive thing or planning every minute. Pick one or two experiences that sound like you, leave some room to be spontaneous and build a night you'll actually remember.
If an intimate night of magic and mind reading sounds like your kind of date, Mystic Parlor hosts just eight guests per performance in Colorado Springs. Advance reservations are required.