Though the pressure to be ‘on’ during a first date is high enough, when you are dating during the holidays, it can be downright terrifying. You don’t want to make the date too special, but you also don’t want to ignore the holidays and come off as a Scrooge.

Relax.

Here are some fun holiday date ideas:

Go to local light shows – Many towns will have tree lighting ceremonies or places where lights will be strung up in large displays. Go to these with a warm mug of hot chocolate for a fun night.

The theater is filled – With many holiday inspired ballets and shows, you might be able to impress an artistic date by taking him or her to the theater. Look at the local high schools and churches too for options.

Find lights on your own – By driving around your local neighborhoods, you can find homes with extensive light displays – for free. This will give you plenty of time to talk while exploring the city.

Go completely opposite the season – Instead of thinking about frosty walks, try going to the beach (if you have one) during the day. The change of scenery can remind you that this is still any other time of year and you’ll certainly get points for originality.

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Once you’re finally ready to take your online relationship to the next level, it’s time to plan that first date. And with the crisp autumn air, this is the perfect time for a little romance – and quite a few romantic settings for you and your special someone. Why not take advantage of these fall date ideas?

Go to the Pumpkin Patch or Cider Farm – Even though Halloween is over, you can still head out to the pumpkin patch for pumpkins to decorate or to throw into pies. You might also find local farms where you can pick out freshly made cheeses and eat a picnic lunch on the grounds. Or you can head into a corn maze for a fun adventure.

Head to a Local Football Game – Even if you don’t know who is playing, if you and your date are sports fans, there’s nothing like heading outside to a live football game. Bundle up with some hot chocolate or head to the snack bar for concession treats and you have the perfect date night.

Look for Local Festivals – Because the fall tends to have seasonable weather without snow or ice, you can often find local festivals for a number of different themes. See what your town has to offer and walk around the grounds for the day.

Go Flea Marketing – You might also want to head to your local flea market to see what’s for sale. Though this isn’t a typical date, it can turn out to be a fun scavenger hunt for you and your special someone.

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As the weather begins to change from the warmth of summer to the cool of fall, many of us are heading indoors…to date online. There’s nothing like finding someone else to help make these cooler days more enjoyable. But when you’re stuck for first date ideas, you might just find yourself sitting at home all bundled up – by yourself.

To help prevent this, you need original first date ideas that will really impress this new date.

Local Football Games – If you’re both into sports, you might want to head to a local football game to share your love of the game, while also getting outside in the crisp fall air. It’s a light date that doesn’t cost a lot of money and gives you something to talk about.

A Walk in the Foliage – Since the leaves are changing anyway, why not turn them into a date too? Talking someone to the park is a great way to size each other up and to find out more about their interests.

Corn Mazes are Everywhere – Many cities also have annual corn mazes available that can make for a fun first date. You can go on hay rides or simply try to navigate your way through the maze together.

The fall is a time for getting out and enjoying a few cups of hot cider along the way – not for sitting at home.

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