Memorable Date Ideas for Couples Who Love Music
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Music is so powerful, and it can be a great way to connect with your significant other. When people think of music-themed dates and activities, they typically think of going to a music festival.
Music festivals can absolutely be a weekend to remember. But, with this list, we wanted to put together some ideas that are easier to plan and not too costly. There are many different ways you can enjoy a fun time together, connecting over a shared love of music.

Here are the ideas in full. Whether you like to go out and listen to live music or want something that can be done at home, there’s a little something for everyone to get excited about.
Take a scenic road trip with a nostalgic playlist. And if you want to see some of our favorite road trip songs, here they are.


Go to a music-themed exhibit or museum.
Browse vinyls at a record store.
Book tickets to see a musical followed by dinner.
Listen to an acoustic set at a cafe.
Go to a piano lounge.
Take a musical instrument lesson together.
Watch a band or musician documentary.
Go on a music-themed road trip.
Have an at-home karaoke night. For inspiration on songs to choose, see our selection of favorite karaoke songs below.

Dance at a sunrise silent disco.
Have a country-themed music evening with dinner.
Watch a live stream of a concert.
Have dinner and drinks at a jazz cafe.
Play song lyric charades.
Host a “Guess the Tune” trivia night.
Have a vinyl-listening evening with slow dances at home.
Make mixtapes for each other.
Go to an outdoor concert in a park.
Watch a musician or bank biopic movie.
Go to a barn dance.
Create a playlist based on your relationship.
Create playlists and dance in the living room.
Go to an open-mic night.
If you want to try a few of these ideas, you can get the printable card as a PDF here. Once you’ve tried one, you’ll probably want to try all of them!
And the ‘Free Space’ in the middle of the card is there so you can add your favorite music-themed date idea that’s not on the list yet.
We hope these ideas inspire you to plan a memorable music-themed date night. Also, please let me know your favorite ideas in the comments below.
