39 Fun Date Ideas Around Columbus for Couples

Board & Brush is a create-your-own custom wood sign studio. Choose a design from a collection of over 100 options, and create your own wood sign with custom materials and colors that will fit in with your home décor. Beer and wine can be purchased on site.

Pick up some new dance moves at one of Emerald City Ballroom's classes, or show them off at their Friday Ballroom Dance Parties. They offer both private and group classes.

Ohio Wesleyan University's Perkins Observatory holds Friday public programs throughout the year for those looking to learn about astronomy. Program content depends on the weather conditions, but can include tours of the observatory, a planetarium-style show, and observing with the 32-inch Schottland Telescope and other telescopes. These type of kid friendly stargazing events near Columbus frequently sell out, so purchase your tickets in advance by phone.

Friday nights, year round

You and your date will spend 1.5 learning, practicing, and then finally squaring off in a tournament that will result in the crowning of an Axe Throwing Champion.

Experience a birds-eye view of Columbus from the skies of a hot air balloon ride from Columbus Aeronauts. Flights are scheduled around sunrise and sunset when the winds are calmest. Each approximately one hour flight will take you from the treetop to several thousand feet above the ground allowing the best views at a lower level. Your pilot will point out many sites in the area including lakes, dams, parks and more.

Columbus Zoo offers after-hours guided tours typically beginning around 8:30pm. Travel around the zoo in the comfort of a VIP cart while learning about the animals and the zoo's conservation mission.

Nancy L. said:  Looking to enjoy top-notch bowling along with food and drinks? You and your partner should check out Ten Pin, an upscale restaurant and entertainment hub. They have some really fun daily specials, including Theme Nights and Live Trivia.

Hannah Scott said:  My husband and I love the healthy competition of ping pong, but it's definitely not something we get the chance to do together very often! Spin & Smash offers drop-in times every day for just $10 per person, making this more affordable than a couple of movie tickets. Since it's not priced per game or per hour, you can stretch this date night and stay as long as you like!

Hannah Scott said:  The OhioHealth Chiller ice rinks are a great place for an active date night. Check out one of their Public Skate sessions for some frigid fun with your significant other -- lace up those ice skates, hold hands, and channel your inner Michelle Kwan!

Cost: $8/person, plus $3 skate rental