It can be difficult to keep the flames of love ignited. Trips to restaurants may become dull, and it can quickly feel like there’s nothing new to experience in town. So, if you’re looking to take your date night to the next level, look no further. With this handy guide, you’ll be sure to find at least one way to spend a date night kissing, laughing, and even enjoying a thrill together — guaranteed!
Gig Harbor Gondola
Are you ready to look lovingly into your date’s eyes as you glide along the water? You don’t have to travel to Italy to be serenaded by a gondolier. In fact, John “Cinque” Synco will take you on a romantic gondola ride right in downtown Gig Harbor, home to the only Venetian gondola operation in the Pacific Northwest. Choose between a 60-minute ride that will take you around half of the harbor, or you can go for the full 90-minute experience that will go around the entire harbor. The cruise includes a small appetizer.
Gig Harbor Marina and Boatyard
3117 Harborview Dr.
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
253-432-0052
www.gigharborgondola.com
Kayak to Fox Island
Head to the JBLM Northwest Adventure Center and rent a couple kayaks and enjoy a leisurely paddle to Fox Island. For an easy route, leave from Solo Point. For extra romantic bonus points, bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the secluded beach. While Solo Point is outside the actual gates of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, it is considered part of the base and is open only to ID cardholders. Though there are no guards or gate, military police frequently patrol the area, and tickets are issued to those without proper car tags and/or identification.
Northwest Adventure Center
Bldg. 8050, NCO Beach Rd.
JBLM Lewis North
253-967-8282
Share a Laugh at the Tacoma Comedy Club
A trip to the Tacoma Comedy Club can sure be a fun way to enjoy a date night. This is about stepping out of the box and doing something adventurous. You can always attend a show, but if you’re looking for something a bit more interactive, why not take the stage instead? On Wednesday evenings, the venue hosts an open mic. It’s a free show to attend, so there’s nothing to lose whether you attend to go up on stage. Impress your date or partner. Reservations are not required.
Tacoma Comedy Club
933 Market St
Tacoma WA 98402
253-282-7203
Do the Time Warp
Attend the ‘“Rocky Horror Picture Show” at the Tacoma Blue Mouse Theatre. This show is not for the faint at heart, but it will be sure to provide some laughs and unique memories. Audience participation is encouraged, so be ready to get out of your seat and dance! If you’ve never seen the movie, check it out beforehand so you’re not totally caught off guard. You can catch this show every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Show times are at midnight, with doors opening at 11:00 p.m.
Blue Mouse Theatre
2611 North Proctor
Tacoma, WA 98407
253-752-9500
Strap on Some Skates
Let’s bring back the old school skating. Rollin’ 253 in Tacoma offers plenty of fun opportunities to lock hands with your date and zoom around with each other. Some events include Friday Night Lights, where you’ll skate to top 40’s music or Retro Skate, where you’ll skate to the music of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.
Rollin’ 253
2101 W Mildred Street
Tacoma, WA 98466
253-292-2324
Heat things up
Let’s heat things up! There’s no better way to do that than at the Museum of Glass Hot Shop. During Museum hours, you can watch demonstrations of glassblowing live, or if you really want to get up close and personal with the glassblowing process, you’ve got options. Rent the Hot Shop and recreate the famous “Ghost” scene — but with glass and fire! The Hot Shop crew is available during your rental time to help make your piece magnificent. Or book a Blow Your Own workshop to learn more about the process by trying it yourself.
Museum of Glass
1801 Dock Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
866-468-7386
Swim with the Sharks
Did you know you can swim with the sharks at the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium? You don’t have to be a professional diver to do it either. Experience the thrill of getting up close to more than a dozen massive sharks while learning about their biology and conservation. Dive experts will guide you into their 225,000-gallon warm water shark exhibit.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
5400 North Pearl Street
Tacoma, WA 98407
253-591-5337
Get Spooked
Want to get some extra cuddles with your sweetie? There’s no better way to make that happen than to get a little scared. The Tacoma Ghost Tours have been around since 2012 and offer a 60-minute Stadium District tour and a 90-minute Downtown Tacoma tour. Both walking tours feature ghostly tales of hauntings, mummies, UFOs and more.
Tacoma Ghost Tours
253-732-3532
Take Flight Together
Ready to take to the air? Swing out of your comfort zone with the Zip Wild at Northwest Trek. Five exhilarating zip line/challenge courses run through Northwest Trek’s breathtaking tree canopy. Each course contains sections of zip line separated by barriers that must be walked over, climbed or crawled over, or clambered through. The challenges vary from course to course, but all require some mental toughness and physical agility. It’s a wild adventure for the entire family!
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
11610 Trek Drive East
Eatonville, WA 98328
360-832-6117
