Trying to find date night plans as a broke college student can be tricky, especially when making Valentine's Day date ideas on a budget. I get it! As a girlfriend myself, here are my best recommendations for Valentines Day date ideas as a broke college student on a budget! Also, for another list of date ideas be sure to check out these 20 Affordable And Festive Fall Activities To Do In Autumn.
Hey, y'all! My name is Isabella, and I’m a college student learning how to navigate adulthood right alongside you! Today I will help find the best budget friendly valentines day date ideas!
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1. A paint date!
Grab a cheap paint set from Amazon, Walmart, Dollar Tree, etc. I have linked one on Amazon below. And take it to your favorite spot!
This could be your favorite coffee shop, a spot on your university's campus, a local park, or a rooftop! Get creative with it! Being thoughtful and innovative is the key here because it makes the other person feel loved and celebrated.
This paint set is $9!!! Tap the button below to shop it. If your significant other is creative or just likes to do unique interactive dates then this is perfect!
Getting a cheap paint-by-number set would also be a wonderfully fun take on this Valentine's date idea!
2. A museum and Ice cream date!
This is so fun because you get to get dressed up and browse and have fun! If you're with your person, then spending time together doing anything will be fun.
Find a museum near you, you can most likely find a free one and get dressed up!
Make the most of it and you could even talk about what kinds of art you would want to have in your home one day.
If you're up for it make a quick ice cream stop on your way home 😉 keep reading for my tip on Valentines Day specials.
3. Spa night!
Affordable, unique, and provides quality time!
Buy a face mask and have fun doing them together! Give each other massages or do some yoga together. The options are endless. Plan a relaxing night together to unwind and spend some quality time together.
And the best part? You won't have to spend more than $10, and you won't have to leave the house!
4. Go out for dessert at a fancy restaurant!
Get dressed up and go out for dinner at a fancy restaurant and only get dessert (and maybe an appetizer if you're feeling like splurging 😉 )
This way, you both get to dress up, which makes it truly feel like a special occasion, but you still won't break the bank.
If you and your significant other are both college students, then chances are you are both on some budget. So, this is one of my favorite Valentine's Day date ideas for college students on a budget!
5. Waffle house!
Last but certainly not least...Waffle House!!
Waffle House always offers this adorable Valentine's celebration. Seriously, look it up! You can actually make reservations at Waffle House, and the whole dinner will be Valentine's themed; the best part is, of course, the Waffle House prices!
If you're anything like my boyfriend and I, then you are a sucker for a good Waffle House breakfast. So this is easily one of my favorite budget-friendly Valentine's Day date ideas and something we will definitely have to try. Go check it out!
TIP: BE SURE TO SEARCH FOR VALENTINES DAY DEALS
Some places will offer specials for Valentine's Day, such as a restaurant or a bowling alley. This can definitely be helpful when you are on a tight budget and still want to make someone feel special!
I hope this post helped you prepare to whisk your significant other off their feet for Valentine's Day! Remember always to be grateful for what you have and to make the most of your time and circumstances. Do this and you will surely have a wonderful life. Also, if you like crafts be sure to check out these 5 Cute Christmas Crafts To Do With Friends which you can honestly do any time of year!
With Love,
Isabella XO
