First Date Ideas

Submitted by Organic-Step-2347 t3_zzhan8 in WorcesterMA

Hi, I'm a 16-year-old guy going on my first date. I wanted to know of any ideas for a date in the area. I got my license and my own car so I can go around the area, preferably not far; but I can go a bit far. I don't have a lot of money so preferably something that won't destroy my budget. I was hoping to at some point get ice cream, but with the winter all my favorite places are closed so I would appreciate any suggestions for that. I live in Worcester, but I can go maybe 45 minutes away, but I would rather stay in the area. Thank you!

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Cheesepit t1_j2bp5f5 wrote

Maybe bowling or going ice skating at the oval downtown?

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tugaim33 t1_j2c0pvt wrote

Ice skating at the oval is a fantastic date idea!

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ModernPhilistine t1_j2bp8pp wrote

What are some of your interests? What is your date into? Is it a day-time outing or evening?

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blindinsomniac t1_j2bzs5r wrote

I think the art museum would be cool. They have an Egyptian exhibit right now.

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Icy_1 t1_j2c4p5s wrote

Free every 1st Sunday of the month. This weekend, it’s closed New Years Day, but free on Monday, January 2nd.

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NoraPlayingJacks t1_j2dg4xk wrote

You could do Roller Kingdom in Hudson and then go to New City Microcreamery (also in Hudson) after! They have fantastic homemade ice cream, coffee, etc.

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Ready-Interview-9809 t1_j2bss5e wrote

There are a few small movie theaters nearby that are pretty cool. The Elm in millbury is one of them.

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amandaflash t1_j2bygpr wrote

Something inexpensive is the Elm Cinema in Millbury. It's 6 bucks a movie, cash only and they have inexpensive concessions.

A&D pizza is also right across the street and also not too pricey. They have good humor ice cream novelties.

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AvocadoPanic t1_j2cfkrq wrote

Cinema in West Boylston

Botanic Garden in Boylston

Tubaslide at SkiWard in Shrewsbury

Roller skating at Roller Kingdom in Hudson

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CoolAbdul t1_j2byhei wrote

Three words: Brockton Papa Geno's

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anus-of_god t1_j2c2l5y wrote

Get your favorite takeout and sit at elm park if the weather stays nice. People watch and just hang out together, see how you both click. Walk around and look at the geese, be silly, be yourself, and have fun. Cross the bridges and take selfies together. Walk down to the bean counter afterwards to grab a fancy coffee drink and share a dessert.

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Nectarine-Fast t1_j2fj2hi wrote

I second that! Some of the best dates that I have ever had was walking around with a girl, people watching, and just enjoying their presence. Come to find out, one of my favorite movies a few years ago is Before Sunrise where they just do the exact same thing I just said.

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dpceee t1_j2f7xc9 wrote

Take em to the Greendale Mall

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framedmushroom t1_j2d33oe wrote

The movie theater in west boylston, its way more inexpensive than the bigger theaters. There is also froze zone right up the street and they have awesome gelato. There is also DQ on that road as well as Gerardos if youre feeling some italian pastries instead. Olis, attached to Gerardos, serves some really good food as well. You also have table twelve right there ans Brown Rice for thai food as an option. Theyre all within 5-7 minutes of each other.

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tisdellcj t1_j2dnfv5 wrote

Tower hill botanical gardens is great, inexpensive, local, and easy to start conversations. Since it’s a first date if you find yourself in an awkward silence … “oh look at that plant” boom awkward silence solved.

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elemenopppppp t1_j2c9f27 wrote

Go up to the shoppes at Millbury. You got the movies, cold stone, uno, fridays, 110 grill etc. I’m sure you could kill a few hours up there especially where it’s warmer out.

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justinator5 t1_j2cycdu wrote

Girls usually love Barnes and noble. Op could look at books and she will prolly like the idea that he reads 😂

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elemenopppppp t1_j2dnoov wrote

Me and my girl go to barnes and noble and just chill sometime. I agree!

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pdillon69 t1_j2e608m wrote

If she’s athletic and into more physical stuff you go to central rock? Otherwise, movie theatre is a classic, bowling/axe throwing places, of course food nothing too fancy. Good luck 👍🏻, I’d love to be 16 again lol

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Stringgeek t1_j2fb46z wrote

Folks are giving some great suggestions here. Let’s rewind just a bit, though. What do you think your date would like to do? If you’re not sure, that’s ok, but if you do, I recommend using that knowledge to your advantage. (Obviously, it should also be something you would like to do.)

I also suggest if you decide upon an outdoor activity that you make a backup indoor plan in case the weather stinks on the day of your date. Trying to make a change like that at the last minute can add a lot of unnecessary stress for you.

Here’s something that I haven’t seen suggested yet:

Worcester scavenger hunt

There’s a date night option here that’s $20/per person. I’m not sure what your budget will bear, but this could be fun, and would certainly be different than a lot of things you might do. The tickets are good for up to 2 years, so you won’t be out the $$ if the weather is gross.

Also, I have some unsolicited advice. When you go to pick up your date, whatever you decide to do, bring them a flower. Not a whole bouquet, just one flower is enough. It doesn’t matter where you get it, whether it’s from a florist or the grocery store. People in general don’t give flowers anymore, and underestimate the value it will have to your date. The mileage you’ll get from it is wild. Your date will tell everyone they know about it. It also means that if, Dog forbid, something doesn’t go as planned, they’ll still look upon you as potential second date material, should you decide you’d like to go out again.

We’re all rooting for you!

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Konelck t1_j2cb437 wrote

If you want ice cream Dairy Queen on Grafton st in Worcester

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ht7baq23ut t1_j2cy24h wrote

Isn’t there some ancient meme about a first date at a Papa Gino’s in Brockton?

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jlshirley t1_j2dmjj9 wrote

Go to a AHL hockey game! They have a team in Springfield and in Providence. It’s pretty cheap, and a ton of fun!

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Witty_Storage3210 t1_j2egn66 wrote

Go bowling at the bowling alley in auburn, iirc Tuesday and Thursday is 25 cents a game after full price for first game. Prob like $20 bucks.

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yum-yum-mom t1_j2fash8 wrote

Bowling and maybe pizza sounds perfect. The. Get a cone or sundae if things are going well!

Have a great time and be you!

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