A-Z Solo Date Ideas
Looking for some quality “me time” and fun ways to treat yourself? Solo dates are the perfect way to unwind, explore potential new hobbies, and enjoy your own company without the pressure of planning around others. Here’s an A-Z guide filled with fun and fulfilling activities you can try on your next solo outing.
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Art Gallery Visit: Find a pop-up gallery on Eventbrite and explore some new art.
Astronomy Night: Grab a telescope or visit a planetarium for some stargazing.
Archery Lesson: Try out this ancient skill for a fun, active experience.
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Bookstore Crawl: Visit multiple bookstores, browse, and treat yourself to a new book.
Botanical Garden Stroll: Spend a sunny day reconnecting with nature.
Baking Day: Experiment with a new recipe and enjoy your homemade treats for dessert.
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Cafe Visit: Visit new cafes and enjoy a drink or snack you’ve never tried before.
Crafting Session: Follow a YouTube tutorial on a new DIY project like crocheting, vision boarding, or scrapbooking.
Cycling Adventure: Go for a bike ride through the city, or along a scenic route.
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Drive-in Movie: Watch a classic movie from the comfort of your car.
Dance Class: Attend a solo dance class like salsa or bashment.
Day Party: Find event tickets for a day party to sing along to the songs and catch a vibe by yourself.
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Eat Out: Dress up and take yourself out to each at a restaurant you’ve always wanted to try.
Evening Hike: Enjoy a peaceful hike in the evening.
Escape Room: Visit an escape room that allows you to ride solo and solve the puzzles alone.
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Farmers’ Market Visit: Shop for fresh produce and handmade goods.
Fishing: Spend a day by a lake or river trying to catch your own dinner.
Food Tasting Tour: Try different types of food from various restaurants or stalls.
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Go-Kart Racing: Channel your inner speed racer with a solo session at a go-kart track.
Gardening: Spend time nurturing plants or starting your own herb garden.
Geocaching: Go on a modern-day treasure hunt using GPS.
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Hot Air Balloon Ride: Experience the world from a new perspective.
Home Spa Day: Explore a new skin-care routine and pamper yourself with face masks, baths and relaxation.
Horseback Riding: Find a horse-riding class and enjoy a solo ride through nature.
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Ice Skating: Put on your ice-skating boots and hit the rink for some cold fun.
Indoor Rock Climbing: Challenge yourself to reach new heights.
International Cuisine Cooking: Try cooking a dish from a different country.
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Journaling in Nature: Take your thoughts to a park and write about your experiences.
Jogging: Go for a solo run, either in your neighbourhood or a new city spot.
Jazz Concert: Attend a live jazz performance or listen to one online.
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Kayaking: Spend some time paddling on a calm river or lake.
Karaoke at Home: Have a solo karaoke session at home – Sing your heart out without any judgement!
Knitting: Learn or improve your skills with yarn crafts.
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Library Day: Spend time browsing and reading at a local library.
Learn a Language: Start learning a new language with apps, books, or online resources.
Letter Writing: Write a letter to a future self, a friend, or just for fun.
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Museum Visit: Explore a museum you haven’t been to.
Meditation Session: Find a quiet spot and practice mindfulness or meditation.
Movie Marathon: Treat yourself to a movie marathon at home, watching classics or binge-watching a favourite series.
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Night Photography: Capture the beauty of the night with your digital camera.
Noodle-Making: Spend time in the kitchen making homemade noodles
Netflix Documentary Binge: Spend time educating yourself on a new topic.
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Open Mic Night: Attend an open mic event, enjoying the talent of local musicians, poets, and comedians.
Outdoor Movie Night: Set up a projector or attend an outdoor film screening.
Oil Painting: Experiment with oil paints, creating abstract or realistic pieces that express your emotions and ideas.
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Picnic for One: Pack a delicious meal and enjoy it at a park or scenic spot.
Pottery Class: Try shaping and creating your own ceramics at a pottery making class.
Poetry Writing: Unleash your inner poet by writing poems that reflect your thoughts, feelings, or experiences.
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Quilting: Learn the art of quilting through and online class.
Quiz Night: Challenge yourself to an online trivia quiz, or find a pub quiz you can attend solo.
Quest to Find Hidden Gems: Set out on an adventure to discover hidden spots in your city or town, like secret cafes, small parks, or less-known attractions.
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Rooftop Hangout: Find a rooftop bar or terrace to enjoy a drink or snack while taking in the view.
Roller Skating: Hire some roller skates, put on your headphones and enjoy some quality time roller skating.
Reading Retreat: Turn off your mobile phone and dedicate the day to solely diving into a book or two.
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Sketching: Bring a sketchbook and pencils to a park or coffee shop and spend time drawing what you see around you.
Surfing Lesson: Take a surfing lesson and enjoy the thrill of riding the waves.
Sustainable Crafting: Create something new from recycled materials, like upcycling clothes or home decor items.
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Thrift Shopping: Spend time hunting for unique and affordable finds at thrift stores.
Tea Tasting: Sample different types of teas, learning about their origins and flavours.
Tennis Fun: Practise your tennis skills by hitting against a wall or playing solo drills.
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Urban Gardening: Start an indoor or balcony garden, planting herbs, succulents, or flowers to bring nature into your home.
Underwater Adventure: Spend the day exploring beneath the surface through snorkelling or a submarine adventure.
Unplugged Day: Disconnect from all your electronic devices for a full day of relaxation and mindfulness.
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Volunteer Work: Spend time helping out at a charity for a cause you care about.
Visit a Vineyard: Enjoy wine-tasting and learning about wine production.
Virtual Tour: Explore virtual tours of different houses to get inspiration for your dream home.
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Walking Tour: Take yourself on a self-guided walking tour of historical sites in a new city.
Watercolour Painting: Grab your watercolours paints, put on a YouTube tutorial and get creative.
Wine and Cheese Tasting at Home: Pair different wines and cheeses at home for the perfect gourmet experience.
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Xylophone Playing (or other instrument): Learn or practice playing a fun musical instrument.
Xeriscaping: Try your hand at xeriscaping, which involves designing a drought-resistant garden that requires minimal water.
Xerography Art: Create art using a photocopier (xerography) by experimenting with different objects and patterns, turning them into prints.
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Yoga Session: Enjoy a classic yoga class, or try out something more adventurous like aerial yoga, or puppy yoga.
YouTube Learning: Dedicate time to learn something new through YouTube tutorials, whether it’s a craft, cooking, or a skill like photography.
Yurt Staycation: Rent a yurt for a unique and peaceful getaway.
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Zoo Visit: Spend the day observing animals and learning about wildlife conservation.
Zine Making: Create your own mini-publication about a topic you’re passionate about.
Zip-lining Adventure: Seek out a thrilling zip-lining experience.
