Date night doesn’t mean you have to spend a lot of money. You can put a lot of thought into an evening with your partner or significant other and make it special without dipping too far into your wallet. Here are some inexpensive date night ideas near Charlotte.
Visit Local Wineries
There are six different wineries within an hour’s drive of Uptown Charlotte. Most of the tours and tastings are under $10 and even include a complimentary glass. Your date night can turn into a daytime date and include a scenic drive to one of the wineries. The list includes Cauble Creek Vineyard in Salisbury, the Childress Vineyards in Lexington, and the Douglas Vineyard in Kannapolis. Childress and Douglas both offer wine slushies for a refreshing treat on a warm day, and you can find out about events on their websites.
Check Out Local Comedians at Comedy Zone
Comedy Zone is the local comedy club where you can see some of the up-and-coming local comedians on open mic night. Tickets are just $10 if you buy them in advance, and open mic is usually on Tuesday. The club also has a full lineup of events that you can check out on the website, with the price range of tickets listed right on the event page. Coming up this spring, you can see John Caparulo, Funny on the Fly, and JJ Williamson.
Go For A Hike
If you both like the outdoors, take your date on a hike. Just 40 minutes outside of Charlotte, Crowders Mountain has over 20 miles of hiking trails. The trails range from easy to strenuous so you can choose how hard you want to work. If you’re up for a challenge, the Backside Trail is less than a mile, but it ends with 337 steps to get to the summit. The Pinnacle Trail is less of a challenge, but it still has a large boulder to get around and a steep switchback.
Explore Local Art Museums
Admission is free at The Mint Museum on Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m. You can stroll through one of the largest art collections in the area for your date night. The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art has Bechtler By Night on the third Friday of every month when they offer free admission from 5-9 p.m. Explore the four floors of the museum to see the over 1,400 pieces of modern art. End the night at one of the city’s local food joints for burgers and comfort food. Places such as Mr. K’s, Zack’s Hamburgers, and Brook’s Sandwich House all offer options for just a few dollars. You can also stop for ice cream, and each enjoy a small cone or sweet treat.
The options for an inexpensive date night are unlimited. The Charlotte area has so many unique attractions and sights to see that you don’t have to pay for. Just take the time to make a plan, and you’ll both have a great time.
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