Whether it’s an anniversary or just a regular day, celebrating with your significant other can take your relationship to a whole new level. Whether you want to have an all-day adventure or just pick up a quick and thoughtful gift for your partner, DuPage County is the place to dedicate time and effort towards your relationship. Check out some of our favorite date night ideas in DuPage. 

Take a Walk
Venture through the beauty DuPage has to offer by spending time outdoors. A romantic walk, fresh air, and scenery is sure to put a smile on both of your faces and is the perfect way to spend time together while getting your daily dose of vitamin D.


Go Shopping
Shopping is a wonderful way to ensure that both of you receive gifts you want while spending quality time together. Adventure into new locations or revisit your favorites throughout DuPage. The shopping options are endless and span all over the county. Whether you prefer small, local shops or larger shopping centers, DuPage is the destination for all your shopping desires. Check out one of many Charming Downtowns or choose your shopping location from the list below to bring this fun date night idea to life. 

Have a Romantic Dinner
As a date night classic, a romantic dinner is a must. Choose from one of our luxurious, inviting DuPage restaurants, and make your reservation now. View this list of restaurants and find the perfect date night spot.


Get Something Sweet 
A treat is always an ideal way to celebrate and a fun date idea! Stop by one of the sweet shops local to DuPage to satisfy your sweet tooth. Visit The Donut Experiment, Chocolaterie Stam Glen Ellyn, Happy by Chocolate, or Sweet Street Candies and Goodies to sweeten up your days on a special occasion or just because.


Embrace Relaxation
Show your partner that you care by providing them with a relaxing experience. Allow yourself and your significant other a day to sit back and receive the pampering that you both deserve. Here are a few of our favorites! 

Buy Them Flowers
Stop by Philip’s Flowers & Gifts to get the perfect bouquet for any occasion. With a wide range of goodies in addition to a multitude of bright, blossoming flowers, you may end up with a few extra nick-nacks for your significant other, and perhaps even something for yourself.


See a Show
Sit back and enjoy the show at a DuPage theatre. With never-ending entertainment, live shows and movies in a theatre are perfect for a romantic event for two. Here are a few options for your live entertainment.


Challenge Them to Friendly Competition
You two may be in love, but there’s never anything wrong with some friendly competition. Challenge your partner to a game such as bowling or mini golf and see who wins at one of the following DuPage locations.


Share a Drink
Check out one of the many drink destinations in DuPage to chat, laugh, and enjoy a drink together. Here are some recommended drink locations.

Experience an Event
There’s always a multitude of events happening through DuPage. Check our continuously updated events calendar to see which one-of-a-kind DuPage experiences correspond to your anniversary or upcoming date night.