The truth is that you don’t need to leave your house to enjoy a romantic evening with your special someone and it’s okay to focus on date night and take the night off from all the at-home activities with your kids or cranking it in your new home gym.

If you’re looking to make a date at home in your condo feel special, look no further. We’ve got seven stay at home date ideas for couples.

7 Stay at home date ideas for couples

1. Have a Game Night- Don’t underestimate a game night date night. There are endless choices, whether you’re looking for a classic board game or wanting to download a game straight to your device. You can find conversation starter games online, or stick with a classic choice, like chess or scrabble.
2. Cook a Meal Together- Find a recipe you both love or one you’ve always wanted to try and get those aprons ready. Consider making homemade pasta accompanied with a glass of your favorite red, or maybe a classic family recipe that’s been passed down.
3. Set up an At-Home Spa- Get your hands on some face masks and comfy slippers and spend the evening unwinding and relaxing. A normal trip to the spa can break the bank, so why not bring the spa to your house?
4. Have a Travel-Theme Inspired Dinner- Even if you can’t actually fly somewhere exotic, you can make your space feel exotic. Pick a destination you and your partner love or have been wanting to go, and customize your date accordingly. If you’ve wanted to take a trip to Italy, make some homemade pizza, throw the Italian tunes on, and light some candles. If you don’t feel like cooking, find a local restaurant that specializes in the cuisine of your choice. 
5. DIY Wine and Paint Night- Pour some vino and unleash your creativity as a couple by setting up your own paint station. Get all your essential art supplies stocked and find a tutorial you like on Youtube to watch together.
6. Enjoy a Movie Night- If you’re looking for a laidback evening, pop some popcorn, and throw on a movie you’ve both been wanting to see or one you’ve been meaning to re-watch.  
7. Pretend the Electricity is Out- Light the fireplace, turn off all electronics, and cozy up by the fireplace. You can even turn the evening into an at-home camping trip and set up a tent in your living room to have some extra fun.

Since at-home date nights are the new norm, you may be wondering how you can spruce up the place. Rest assured, we have plenty of tips for you including our helpful guide to luxury condo interior design, 13 small space design ideas, and some of the best small condo kitchen appliances for your dinner date nights.

Looking for more ways to enjoy life at home in your Chicago condo? View our recent stay at home guide for more tips to make you love staying in instead of going out.