{"id":339,"date":"2021-12-02T09:03:54","date_gmt":"2021-12-02T09:03:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.bookofus.com\/blog\/?p=339"},"modified":"2021-11-10T16:16:12","modified_gmt":"2021-11-10T16:16:12","slug":"holiday-activity-ideas-for-couples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.bookofus.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/02\/holiday-activity-ideas-for-couples\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Activity Ideas for Couples\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u2018Tis the season to be holly, jolly, and romantic at the holidays! These 15 holiday activities for couples will warm your hearts and bring you even closer together.\u00a0There\u2019s\u00a0so many fun things you both can do to make holiday memories and celebrate\u2014whether\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0your first Christmas together or your fifteenth!\u00a0Try a classic Christmas tradition like ice skating or get creative by whipping up new holiday cocktails at home.\u00a0We\u2019ve\u00a0put together the coziest date ideas that will help you make new couple\u2019s traditions. Pick a few to try and have the most magical holiday season!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

15 Magical Activity Ideas for Couples This Holiday\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n

Pick out and decorate your Christmas tree.<\/h2>\n

This is one festive couple\u2019s tradition you can do every year.\u00a0<\/span>Spend a fun day at the Christmas tree farm and chop down your own tree.<\/span>\u00a0Or\u00a0if\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0looking for something closer to home,\u00a0pick up a pre-cut tree at your local tree lot.\u00a0Decorate\u00a0tree\u00a0with your favorite\u00a0ornaments, or\u00a0create handmade ones that display fun couple\u2019s photos.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\"A\n

Cozy up for a classic holiday movie night.<\/h2>\n

\u00a0There\u2019s nothing more romantic than cuddling on the couch and watching a classic holiday movie like “<\/span>Miracle on 34th\u00a0Street,” “<\/span>Home Alone,” or “Elf.”<\/p>\n

Go ice skating.<\/h2>\n

Nothing brings you closer as a couple than ice skating (or\u00a0maybe, wobbling\u00a0and hanging on for dear life). Ice skating is\u00a0a fun holiday activity\u00a0where you can lean on each other and laugh at every trip or fall.\u00a0It may be a clich\u00e9 winter date favorite but\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0one of the best ways to make magical memories as a couple.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Attend a holiday concert.<\/h2>\n

Check out local venues to attend a Christmas music concert. There\u2019s so many different concerts to choose from during the holiday season\u2014from orchestral to choral, pop to Broadway.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Visit your local theater to watch \u201cA Christmas Carol.\u201d<\/h2>\n

Enjoy this holiday favorite for the first time as a couple!\u00a0Go out for a fancy dinner before or after and make it a magical holiday evening.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make ugly sweater Christmas cookies.\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Take your cookie baking to the next level and exchange those basic sugar cookies for ugly sweater cookies you can decorate together. The best part? Ugly sweaters are supposed to look bad, so have fun making a mess and\u00a0laughing over your amateur frosting skills.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Experiment with boozy hot chocolate cocktails.<\/h2>\n

Discover your inner mixologist and whip up crazy holiday cocktails for two.\u00a0Add spicy\u00a0heat\u00a0to\u00a0your chocolate martini.\u00a0Swirl peppermint into a pitcher of mudslides.\u00a0Top your brandy alexander with cinnamon-infused marshmallow whipped cream. These sweet treats will make your holiday\u00a0date night even sweeter.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\"A\n

Donate toys or supplies to a local nonprofit.<\/h2>\n

\u00a0Give back to your community by donating to a toy drive, food shelf, or animal shelter.\u00a0Sometimes the best dates are when you do something good together.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Take\u00a0couple\u2019s\u00a0photos for your holiday card.<\/h2>\n

Take the cutest photos for your Christmas card and send them to friends and family.\u00a0Make double use of those photos by adding them to a personalized card or gift for your partner.\u00a0A custom book like the\u00a0<\/span>Book of Us<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is a sweetly personalized gift that tells your love story.\u00a0Include loving holiday messages and a photo to create a unique Christmas gift that they will treasure for years to come.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Host a\u00a0friends\u00a0or\u00a0family\u00a0holiday party at home.<\/h2>\n

Create meaningful memories by hosting a festive holiday party for all your friends or family!\u00a0Just choose a theme, keep the drinks flowing, and turn up the holiday music.\u00a0Hosting a party is a fun affair that helps you bond and hone your planning skills as a couple.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Build gingerbread houses together.<\/h2>\n

\u00a0Get in the holiday spirit by building a gingerbread house together or making your own houses in a couple\u2019s competition!\u00a0This holiday activity\u00a0is perfect for\u00a0date\u00a0night at home with a glass of wine.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Have a date night in the snow with sledding, snow angels, and snowman building.<\/h2>\n

If you live in a snowy area,\u00a0embrace the winter cold and build a snowman or go sledding. It\u2019s\u00a0the perfect time of year to unleash your inner kid and grow even closer to your partner.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\"A\n

Drive to different neighborhoods and look at holiday lights and house displays.<\/h2>\n

Enjoy a romantic getaway right from your car! Drive around to look at beautiful displays in your neighborhood or drive a little farther to see a spectacular\u00a0light display at an estate or park.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rent a cabin for the weekend.<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a longer road trip getaway, drive out of\u00a0town to stay at a cabin rental for the weekend.\u00a0The cabin already sets a romantic scene. All you need is a fire, hot chocolate, and puzzles or board games to make the coziest memories.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Visit a\u00a0Christkindlmarket\u00a0or holiday market.<\/h2>\n

Going to a holiday market is such a treat! There\u2019s music,\u00a0spiced\u00a0cider, warm food, vendors selling handmade goods, and festive photo opportunities.\u00a0It\u2019s the perfect winter date to enjoy this very merry season!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\"A\n

We hope these\u00a0couple\u2019s activities bring\u00a0the fun\u00a0and romance to your holiday season!\u00a0Try a few this winter and celebrate the real meaning of Christmas: love.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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