BY Avinay and Surbhi | @dmvdatenights
Tinder, Hinge, Coffee Meets Bagel, OkCupid, Match.com…With the advent of dating apps, people are going on more dates than ever before. And as many of us may know all too well, this can really start to put a pinch in your wallet. We, here at DMV Date Nights have put together a list of our top 3 DMV date ideas and want to remind you that it’s never about how much money you spend, but the time you spend together!
Union Market
Located in Northeast DC, Union Market is a culinary smorgasbord of local DC favorites, including Co Co. Sala, TaKorean, Rappahannock Oyster Co., and DC Empanadas. By selecting items on your terms, you will be able to control your expenditure and sample your favorite foods. Make sure to grab a seat outdoors and take in the bustling vibes for a perfect spring day date! (Estimated Cost: $50)
Union Market
Located in Northeast DC, Union Market is a culinary smorgasbord of local DC favorites, including Co Co. Sala, TaKorean, Rappahannock Oyster Co., and DC Empanadas. By selecting items on your terms, you will be able to control your expenditure and sample your favorite foods. Make sure to grab a seat outdoors and take in the bustling vibes for a perfect spring day date! (Estimated Cost: $50)
Phillips After 5
Feeling artsy? Impress your date and save your dollars by heading to the Phillips Collection in Dupont Circle on the first Thursday of every month. Phillips after 5 is an art exhibition in Dupont Circle that melds together live music, food, and a cash bar. Mingle with DC’s young and artfully inclined residents for just $12 per ticket. Don’t forget to make reservations as this event quickly sells out! (Estimated Cost: $40)
Feeling artsy? Impress your date and save your dollars by heading to the Phillips Collection in Dupont Circle on the first Thursday of every month. Phillips after 5 is an art exhibition in Dupont Circle that melds together live music, food, and a cash bar. Mingle with DC’s young and artfully inclined residents for just $12 per ticket. Don’t forget to make reservations as this event quickly sells out! (Estimated Cost: $40)
Hiking on the Billy Goat Trail At Great Falls Park
With a mile of rock-hopping and a 50 foot traverse, the Billy Goat Trail is not for the faint of heart. However, this trail offers some of the areas most scenic views and is well worth the physical challenge. At around 3 – 3.5 hours of hiking, we recommend you pack a picnic and break atop a more private rock with your date. (Estimated Cost: $25)
Some other great date ideas that we recommend for ballin’ on a budget include: a visit to the National Zoo, coffee or a glass of wine at Northside Social, rent a canoe at Burke Lake Park, or Ramen at Toki Underground!
With a mile of rock-hopping and a 50 foot traverse, the Billy Goat Trail is not for the faint of heart. However, this trail offers some of the areas most scenic views and is well worth the physical challenge. At around 3 – 3.5 hours of hiking, we recommend you pack a picnic and break atop a more private rock with your date. (Estimated Cost: $25)
Some other great date ideas that we recommend for ballin’ on a budget include: a visit to the National Zoo, coffee or a glass of wine at Northside Social, rent a canoe at Burke Lake Park, or Ramen at Toki Underground!
