• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Because dads don’t always think like moms™

  • Dad
    • Celebrities
    • Gay Dads
    • Sex
    • Single Dads
  • Pregnancy
    • Labor or Delivery
    • Pregnant Wife
  • Baby
    • Baby Naming
    • Feeding
    • Sleep
    • Toilet Training
  • Kids
  • Teens
  • Activities
    • Local
    • By Age
    • Movie Reviews
    • Celebrations
  • Toys
    • We Recommend
    • Toys
  • Coaching for Dads
  • Great Dad Talks Podcast

5 Ideas for a cheap date

September 28, 2010 by GreatDad Writers Leave a Comment

In these tough economic times, many families have had to cut back and live more frugally. Luxuries like gym memberships, dinners out, outings to museums and sporting events and even date nights have hit the chopping block for many fathers. But experts say finances shouldn't keep couples from spending quality time together.

"They're not avoiding dating anymore because of money, they're just doing some clever and some inventive things," author of Man Plan Whitney Casey recently told Bankrate.com.

Dads don't have to spend a lot for a memorable night out. Experts offer several ideas for cheap dates, including:

1. Exercise together. Try a hike, a run or even play a game of tennis.

2. Have a picnic. Find a romantic spot (your living room works, too!) and enjoy a meal together.

3. Opt for takeout and a movie at home. Ordering takeout can save a considerable amount of money (no tip or drinks included). Rent a DVD or watch another favorite movie or show together.

4. Search for free or discounted events. Festivals, lectures and other community events are often free. Museums and other destinations often have discounted rates at certain times as well.

5. Have a game night. Get out the board games or cards and spend some quality time in competition together.

The biggest financial obstacle when it comes to dating for many dads on a budget is paying for a babysitter. Frugal fathers may consider swapping babysitting duty with another couple or even asking a family member to watch their kids, free of charge.
 

Filed Under: Dad

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
SIGN-UP TODAY to receive the only baby newsletter written by dads, for dads. Act now and receive a free copy of the popular GreatDad E-Book!
My baby's due date or birthday :
Profile picture
Privacy Policy and Terms
Baby Name Finder!

what's in a name

  • Show names for:
  • Boys
  • Girls
  • Either
Finding a name you can both agree on isn't always easy. Use our simple name generator to get started.
First Letter
Last Letter
Number of Letters
Origin
Find a name!

More to See

family under a cardboard

Over 40? The Five Types of Insurance You Should Have

October 22, 2022 By Contributing Authors

A Dad’s Guide to Bonding with Your Kids Through Computer Games

May 5, 2022 By Contributing Authors

Tags

529 Plan budgeting for teens college savings compromise dad dads Father's Day fatherhood friendship in-laws love marriage Movie Review parenting advice parenting skills prepaid cards ritual Sundays travel vacation

Footer

Hi mom!

Would you like to share this site with your husband or a friend?

Just enter his email address and your name below and we'll let him know all about GreatDad.com.

His email address
Your Name

Recent

  • Special Clarity session – $25
  • Over 40? The Five Types of Insurance You Should Have
  • A Dad’s Guide to Bonding with Your Kids Through Computer Games
  • 5 Ways to Prepare Your Child for a Surgical Procedure
  • How to get kids excited about dental hygiene

Search

Tags

529 Plan budgeting for teens college savings compromise dad dads Father's Day fatherhood friendship in-laws love marriage Movie Review parenting advice parenting skills prepaid cards ritual Sundays travel vacation

Copyright © 2023 . GreatDad