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Everyone knows first dates are a little awkward, but they don’t have to be! We’ve put together a list of the best first date ideas in Toronto to make sure you have a great time breaking the ice.
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Unique date night ideas in Toronto
1. Mill Street Brewery Tour
If you’re both beer lovers, this is a unique and cheap first date idea! Tour one of Toronto’s first craft breweries located in the historical Distillery District in downtown Toronto. While you’re learning about their rich history, you’ll also get to enjoy beer samples.
Where: 21 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
2. Picnic at Riverdale Park
Take your date to Riverdale Park East. Grab a bottle of wine, some snacks, and enjoy the amazing views of the city. Bonus points if you go for sunset!
Where: Riverdale Park East (550 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 2N6)
3. Toronto Outdoor Picture Show
Ditch the movie theatre and head to an outdoor screening this summer. Toronto Outdoor Picture Show is playing movies all summer long at different locations. You’ll even be able to purchase snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. And of course the best part is that you can watch the movies for free!
Where: Various locations: click here to find out
4. Toronto Blue Jays Game
It’s not summer in Toronto without a Jays game. With tickets as low as $29, it’s the perfect first date activity. Grab a beer and hot dog, and enjoy the amazing vibes!
Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 1J1)
5. Kensington Market
Head over to Kensington Market for restaurants, bars, and shopping! You can spend the date walking around, exploring the thrift stores, and so much more. Every Sunday until October, they also have Pedestrian Sundays.
Where: Kensington Market
6. Track & Field
Track & Field is a great place to go if you’re looking to grab a drink, but also want the option of fun activities. They have bocce ball, tabletop shuffleboard, and a unique game called Ringo. Play some games, enjoy cocktails and dance the night away with your date.
Where: 582 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1B3
7. Bike Ride on the Waterfront
Take advantage of the warm weather and go for a bike ride along the water. Grab your bikes from a Bike Share station and then enjoy the beautiful scenery. As a reward, you can share a BeaverTail or get some ice cream!
Where: Various locations; click here to find out.
8. Escape Room
Test out your ability to work together by doing an escape room. It will be a fun way to break the ice and see how your communication styles work together. Plus, if the date isn’t going well, it will be motivation to solve the puzzles faster!
Where: Exit Canada (70 Yorkville Ave Unit LR1, Toronto, ON M5R 1B9)
9. Snakes and Lattes
Who doesn’t love a good board game? And with hundreds of classic and new board games to choose from, there is something for everyone! You can also try their food and themed cocktails while playing. If that’s not enough for you, they also have themed trivia nights.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out.
10. Par-Tee Putt
With 27 themed holes ranging from Seinfeld to beer pong, this date spot is sure to be a hole in one. There are also lots of fun photo ops for you and your date. Once you’ve reached the 19th hole, head over to the bar for a celebratory drink!
Where: Par-Tee Putt (26 Duncan St, Toronto, ON, M5V 2B8)
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