Struggling to figure out what to do for a first date? Here are a few ideas for something a bit more exciting than the traditional dinner. Take your first date from so-so to so much fun.
1. Go to the Beach – Whether you live by an ocean or a lake, a day out on the sand is always a calming date spot if the weather’s playing along. Soak in some sunshine near the water and as the day draws to a close, take a romantic stroll with the setting sun as an Instagram-worthy backdrop.
2. Get Lost in a Cornfield Maze – Come autumn, the age-old cornfield maze is still a classic for your not-so-average cool weather date. It might take hours for you both to find your way through, but the wandering will allow for some necessary time to get to know each other. And when you finally emerge at the end of the path, you’ve still got time to snack on cider and apple donuts.

3. Head to the Aquarium – No place exudes romance quite like a soft-lit aquarium. Stroll through the hushed, darkened rooms while you point out your favorite creatures behind the glass.
4. Go Rock Climbing – If you’ve both got an appetite for adventure and you want to undergo the ultimate “survival test to bring you closer together” dating experience, there’s nothing quite like being suspended from great heights on a harness while you’re clinging for dear life to do it.
5. Go Bowling – Whether you’re a strike machine or a ten-pin novice, there’s so much fun to be had at a bowling alley, from the beer and cheap pizza to the rush of the game itself. Set up the bumper guards if you want to avoid utter embarrassment or go no-holds-barred for a competitive one-on-one match.
6. Race Go-Karts – Get your adrenaline racing by challenging your date to a race at the go-kart circuit. Show off how well you’ve mastered those hairpin turns and laugh over the moments where one of you ends up crashing straight into a wall.
7. Go Horseback Riding – To emulate some fairy tale romance, spend a day at the stables riding trail horses for the afternoon. If neither of you have much equestrian experience, take a couple of laps around the paddock before trotting out into nature.

8. – Check Out a Jazz Club – For a less noisy take on your standard live music experience, slip into a jazz lounge to take in the sounds of a lively jazz band. Bonus points if you’re at a speakeasy that specializes in unique cocktails and bites.
9. Hit Up a Karaoke Bar – If it works for co-worker bonding, it’s worth a try for a fun stranger date. Even if you’re not exactly Zooey Deschanel in the vocals department, it’s more about enjoying the moment and showing a little more of your personality.
10. Play Mini Golf – Even though you’re way past the age for miniature golf, the low-stakes game allows for some lighthearted fun without feeling like you need to be competitive. Plus, the yawn-worthy pace of golf means you can chat and play without any interruption.
11. Pack a Picnic – Keep it simple with a stroll through the park followed by a picnic lunch on the green. Pick out your favorite frozen treats from an ice cream vendor, and chat while you people-watch from the grass.

12. Take a Wine-Tasting Tour – If you’re both vino fans, grab lunch and wander through some scenic vineyards on a wine tasting tour. Both of you can learn to sniff, swirl, and sip like the pros while spending a boozy afternoon together.
13. Cook a Meal Together – There’s nothing more satisfying than preparing a meal together in the comfort of your own home if one or both of you is an avid cook. If you’re more of a boxed mac-and-cheese type of gal, take the backseat as a sous-chef and help with the chopping and peeling.
14. Attend Trivia Night at a Local Bar – Combine powers to form a dream team at trivia night. You’ll laugh as you wrack your brains for the capital of Zimbabwe and bond over your shared knowledge of obscure horror films. Plus, drinks are usually on the house if you both you end up winning.
15. Go to a Planetarium – The hushed atmosphere of a planetarium combined with the dark room make for an ideal ambiance for a first date. Spend an evening gazing at the stars and learning about the constellations, with lots of hand-holding potential.
No matter what you decide to do, one of our amazing Cowboys would be more than happy to accompany you. We are all about first dates that have the WOW factor.
Taken from: http://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/advice/g1033/romantic-first-date-ideas/