30 Fun & Romantic Date Ideas in Oklahoma City

30 Oklahoma City Date Ideas

As someone who’s always looking for new date ideas, I’ve compiled a list of different date ideas in Oklahoma City that cover experiences for people of all types. From relaxing places with scenic views to thrilling experiences for adventure seekers, here are 30 of my favorite fun and romantic date ideas that’ll make your time together unforgettable.

 

1. Have a Pops 66 Adventure

One of my favorite things to do with my wife when we first started dating was go on a “Pops” date.  Just East of Edmond in Arcadia, you’ll find Pops 66 Soda Ranch, which has 700 types of soda to choose from. They also have gas pumps, a restaurant, and a small gift shop with lots of goodies, so you can fill up and then go for a drive down Route 66, or the surrounding country roads while listening to your favorite tunes.

 

2. Spend an Evening in Bricktown

Bricktown has all kinds of romantic and fun things to do. With lots of restaurant options, such as Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse, you can enjoy a luxury dinner, and then take a scenic ride on one of the horse carriages.  Or simply go for drinks, and then take a ride on the Bricktown Water Taxi – closing the night with a good movie at Harkins Theatre.

 

3. Explore The Paseo District

The Paseo District is another fun way to spend an evening with your partner, especially if you love visual arts. Stroll the many shops and galleries, enjoying the sites or buying your date some creative pieces, then enjoy a nice dinner at FRIDA southwest, Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails, Picasso Café, or any of the other great restaurants in the area.

4. Have Dinner and Listen to Live Music

At the Jones Assembly, you can enjoy a wood-fired pizza or one of the other popular main-stays such as the J Burger or house Lasagna; or go straight for the drinks! They have weekly house music and even host national recording artists occasionally.

 

5. Have a Night of Laughter

They say laughing together creates a strong connection, so why not have a night of laughter together at OKC Improv or Bricktown Comedy Club? OKC Improv performs live shows where the plot, characters, and story are all made up in the moment along with audience participation. Or if you’d rather sit back from the stage and watch professional comedians make the whole room light up with laughter, then check out Bricktown comedy club.

 

6. Take a Cruise on the Oklahoma River

With Oklahoma River Cruises, you can soak up many of the sights while getting to relax and enjoy each others’ company. Depending on the route, you can choose to get off at one of the stops and walk around, such as the Stockyards Landing, Regatta Park, or Bricktown.

 

7. Watch a Show at the Civic Center Music Hall

This place just feels just feels like romance.  Although there isn’t a dress code, you can dress up for fun in your formal-wear, and walk to one of the nice restaurants nearby either before or afterwards. There are new concerts and performances happening all the time, so keep an eye out for a show that piques your interest. – https://www.okcciviccenter.com/

 

8. Have a Mall Date at Penn Square Mall

You can spend hours and have a date full of memories without ever leaving the premises. Start off with a nice dinner and dessert at Whiskey Cake or The Cheesecake Factory, then pop inside the mall for some more fun.  You can walk around and window shop, or even create a stuffed animal together at “Build-a-Bear. Then end the night with a movie at the AMC Movie Theater.

 

9. Watch a Movie with a Dinner Experience

If you want to experience entertainment, drinks, and food – all without ever having to get up from your seat, then Flix Brewhouse may be a good way to spend an evening. It’s the newest luxury movie theater in OKC, with craft beer and food served to you while you’re watching the show.

 

10. Watch the Horse Races at Remington Park & Casino

After the races, you and your date can spend all night at this place. They have tons of gaming machines, dinner, drinks, and live music. Learn more about Remington Park & Casino here.

 

11. Go Bowling at Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge in Midtown.

This is one of the nicer bowling venues I’ve been to, with burgers and Chicago style hotdogs, beer, wine, and cocktails. This place is quite popular on the weekends, so be sure to book a lane in advance to secure your night of fun: https://dustbowllounge.com/dust-bowl-lane-reservation/

 

12. Go Flying!

If you and your date are adrenaline junkies, plan a date at iFLY OKC. It feels like you’re flying, much like skydiving, but without the risk and training involved with jumping out of an airplane.  After your adrenaline rush, grab a bite to eat and enjoy the rest of your time hanging out at nearby Chisholm Creek area.

13. Have a Bookstore Date

Is your date a book-lover? Then take them to Full Circle Bookstore and let them pick out a book! Then afterwards, walk over to The Garden Café right there in the bookstore to sip on some wine and enjoy each others’ company. If you keep an eye on the schedule, you’ll often find live music, poetry readings, and even author book-signings here.

 

14. Have a Sunset Dinner Experience at Lake Hefner

You can enjoy your dinner while watching the sun go down over Lake Hefner. There are several great options for dinner here including Mama Roja Mexican Kitchen, Hefner Grill, Redrock Canyon Grill, and Louie’s. Save a little daylight for a stroll down to the Lighthouse to take some Instagram-worthy photos.

15. Sail at sunset.

Why not take it a step further and take your experience onto the waters with a private sunset sail on Lake Hefner. There are several options for hiring your own captain to sail you and your partner away along the waters while watching the sun go down. Some even offer services like decorating the boat with rose petals, balloons, dessert, and other nice things that make for an unforgettable surprise. Check out Sail Lake Hefner and OKC Date Planners.

 

16. Go On a Wine Tour Together

There are several wineries in the area that offer tours, as well as tastings. Check out Strebel Creek Winery, Clauren Ridge Vineyard and Winery or Nellis Vineyards in Edmond, or Waters Edge Winery in Moore as a few options.

 

17. Spend an Afternoon or Evening at the Myriad Botanical Gardens

This is the perfect place to go for a stroll, holding hands, and taking in the scenery all around you. Pop into the newly renovated Crystal Bridge Conservatory to see all of the plant life, watch “Shakespeare in the Park” at the outside theater, have a picnic, or simply watch the birds together.

 

18. Have Dinner with a Rooftop View

Even better than sitting in a dark room eating dinner is having dinner where you can look out over the city or the stars. You’ll find a number of great options with a rooftop view in OKC, such as Vast, Packard’s, Sidecar Barley & Wine Bar, O Bar located at the Ambassador Hotel, Social Capital, or The Collective Kitchens & Cocktails.

19. Go Dancing

If your date likes music and dancing, there are a number of options for this lively atmosphere. Check out Club One15, Groovy’s, Lamp Post Lounge, DollHouse Lounge, Lounge 405, or Cowboys OKC.

 

20. Plan a Night of Karaoke

There are a number of karaoke bars in OKC where you can sing your heart out, whether you can sing on-key or not. Enjoy some drinks while singing along to the music at Club Keno, Blue Bayou, Cookie’s, Kat’s Tavern, Triple’s Bar & Grill, Montana Mining Club, Bar Next Door, and many others!

 

21. Play Board Games at a Board Game Lounge

You can play board games at home anytime, but it’s always more fun when you get out, enjoy some snacks and drinks, and socialize while engaging in some friendly competition. Check out The Kobold Lounge, Edmond Unplugged, or Game HQ.

 

22. Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Oklahoma City

If your date loves thrills, romance, and great views – this is the perfect experience to surprise them with. What’s more romantic than seeing the sun go down over the city while holding your loved one 3,000 feet in the air. Learn more about balloon rides over Oklahoma City here.

 

23. Escape Together at one of the Challenging Escape Rooms

What’s more bonding than working together towards a common goal? Take the challenge together at Red Door Escape Room, Breakout Games, Baker Street Escapes, The Escape OKC, or The Sanctuary Escape.

 

24. Have an Interactive Dinner Experience

Take your date to a restaurant where they put on a show as they cook your food right in front of you. There are several Japanese restaurants that provide this experience, with Shogun Steak House of Japan probably being the most popular. You could also try Musashi’s Japanese Steakhouse, Shiki Japanese Restaurant, or Sumo II Steakhouse of Japan.

 

25. Experience a Local Game

Oklahoma City is home to several sports teams where you can go watch a live game for the in-person experience. From the Thunder basketball team, Oklahoma City Dodgers minor league baseball, to the OKC Energy soccer team, there’s no shortage of games you can attend together for the atmosphere.

 

26. Sign Up for a Wine and Painting Class

Why not create a masterpiece together while making memories?! Paint N Cheers, Painting with a Twist, Wine & Palette, and Pinot’s Palette are a few options to choose from to have this artistic experience.

 

27. Have a Skate Date

You can rent skates or bring your own to one of several roller skating venues in OKC. You can try holding hands while you skate around the rink, or strike up some friendly competition for a race to the finish line. Just make sure you’re ok with a few embarrassing falls in front of your date. 😉

 

28. Watch a Live Play at the Theater

There’s something about watching a live performance up close and personal. You can catch a show and enjoy drinks at the Lyric Theatre in the Plaza District or The Paramount at Film Row.

 

29. Solve a crime together at a Murder Mystery Dinner

This interactive and engaging experience will keep the night of fun going while enjoying dinner, and each other’s company. Check out The Dinner Detective or “WHODUNIT!” to see when you can catch the next experience.

 

30. Go Axe Throwing

This is a growing activity that’s great for some laughs and reliving some stress before going out for a bite to eat. Here are some places you can go axe throwing in Oklahoma City.