Valentine’s Day can quickly go from being romantic to cheesy and expensive. We’re sharing 5 fun San Diego Valentine’s Day Date ideas to try that won’t break the bank.
San Diego Valentine’s Day Idea #1: Have an Outdoor picnic
Thanks to San Diego’s year-round temperate weather, you can enjoy an outdoor picnic even in February! You can either pack your own picnic (you can usually find a cool vintage basket at thrift stores), or hire a professional picnic company to coordinate one for you and your special someone. My favorite picnic companies in San Diego are Picnic by K and Posh Picnic for immaculately catered and decorated picnics!
For picnic spot ideas in San Diego, check out this blog post!
Valentine’s Day Date Idea #2: Take an online workshop
If you love activity based dates, taking an online workshop is a great way to learn a new skill and stay safe at home. Stay local with a San Diego based workshop like these:
Valentine’s Day Date Idea #3: Make dinner together
Trying a new recipe is a delicious Valentine’s Day date idea for foodies! One of my favorite date night activities with my boyfriend is cooking dinner at home. We recently made this homemade sushi recipe and it was the highlight of our week!
Try these recipes for your Valentine’s Day date night in:
- Pizza Making
- Alternative – pick up the dough at Trader Joe’s or Mona Lisa (if local to San Diego) for an easier meal prep.
- Takeout Thai at home
San Diego Valentine’s Day Idea #4: Watch a Movie at the Drive-In
A drive-in movie is perfect for a romantic and entertaining date night. My favorite drive-in movie theatres in San Diego are Santee Drive-In Movie Theatre for a classic experience and Seaside Cinema for private viewings on the beach.
San Diego Valentine’s Day Idea #5: Pick up food to go from your favorite restaurants
The final San Diego Valentine’s Day date idea is to pick up from your favorite spots around your city. I always say the more businesses you can support the better! A few of my favorites are:
- Desserts
- Batch & Box for cookies
- Extraordinary Desserts for decorated cakes
- AL Alfajor for traditional dulce de leche sandwich cookies
- Comfort Food
- Fortunate Son for a spin on Chinese takeout
- Tokyo Hot Chicken for a fusion of Nashville and Japanese flavors
- Or stop by Liberty Station for a one stop shop!
