Grown-up Playdates To Enjoy Around Charlotte With Your Partner and Friends

• Hike Crowder Mountain

  Crowder Mountain is one of Charlotte’s gems. Plus, hiking ignites your sense of wonder and problem-solving abilities, and it’s good exercise, and there are tons of apps out there to help you plan your hiking route and find the right trail for your interests and abilities.

  Wanna go a little farther? Brevard has some amazing trails too if you want to plan a little day trip!

  @magali.alvarado33

  go hike crowders mountain state park to see this pretty view 🩷 NC #nc #northcarolina #crowdersmountain

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• Dog day at the park

  Who doesn’t love dogs?!? And if you and your hunny share a pet this is a great option to make the chore of walking fido a way to connect with all 3 of you. Spending time with your pet can help lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol and your dog would love some quality time at the park with you and your partner.

  Have a friend couple that also has a dog? Grab a glass of wine and double date.

  @dogworlddogpark

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• Laser tag

  Battle it out with a few rounds of Laser Tag game, which is perfect for a hot summer day since you’ll be playing inside with cool AC. 

  Laser tag is a fun and exciting activity that can be perfect for a date. It is a great way to bond and share a thrill with your partner. Laser tag venues often have different game modes to choose from, such as team vs. team or free-for-all, allowing for variety in gameplay. Additionally, laser tag can be a good icebreaker, as it provides an opportunity for playful banter and friendly competition.

  Overall, laser tag can be a unique and enjoyable date idea that is sure to create lasting memories.

   

  @district57hq

  Get your game on at District 57!#lasertagcharlotte #thingstodoincharlotte #smallbusiness

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• Ziplining at the Whitewater Center

  Find a course and enjoy racing your partner through the treetops while you get some fresh air and healthy movement. 

  Ziplining is an adventurous activity where you glide through the air on a cable suspended between two points. It’s a thrilling way to experience beautiful scenery and get an adrenaline rush at the same time.

  Ziplining can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels, making it a great activity for dates or groups. Safety is always a top priority, and zipline courses are typically designed and maintained to high standards. If you’re looking for a unique and exciting outdoor activity, ziplining is definitely worth considering. Especially since we have one right here in Charlotte at the Whitewater Center.

  @karalamar

  We don’t even have to try 🎶 #whitewater #zipline #goprohero10 #fridayfun #charlottenc #tiktokoftheday #adventure #outdoors

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• Kayaking or Whitewater Rafting

  Going on a whitewater rafting date can be a thrilling and adventurous experience. It’s a great way to bond with your partner while enjoying all the Whitewater Center has to offer.  Pay attention to the safety instructions provided by the rafting company and communicate effectively with your partner during the ride. Don’t forget to capture the memories by taking photos or videos of your exciting date.

  It’s also a fun place to invite friends since you can have more than 2 people in the raft, and Whitewater Center has a lot of bars and other activities for when you get bored of paddling.

  @r.webber

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• Bowling

  Some bowling alleys have deals on certain days of the week so you can play a few games, have some snacks and engage in a little friendly competition on the cheap. And with so many great bowling alleys from Pins Mechanical to Bowlero and Queen Park Social to Spare Time there are lots of places to make this happen. It’s a great couple’s date idea too! Just don’t get too competitive. It might just turn your significant other off. 

  @adventuresofmeldrew

  🎳 #Bowlero #bowling #charlotte #northcarolina

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• Ballroom Dancing

  The guys are gonna kill me for this one but ballroom dancing can be a great date idea for several reasons. Firstly, it provides an opportunity for physical touch and connection, which can help to create intimacy and closeness between partners.

  Additionally, ballroom dancing requires coordination and communication, which can be a fun and engaging way to get to know each other better. Furthermore, the elegant and sophisticated nature of ballroom dancing can create a romantic and memorable atmosphere for a date.

  Finally, learning a new skill together can be a bonding experience that helps to build a stronger relationship.

  And listen, if ballroom isn’t your thing, you can go to a club or a country bar and line dance too!

  @affinityswing

  Leo and his splits 😅 Improv partner dance competition. Dancers: @Leo Lorenzo & @Aymeline Felmy ⚙️ Style: West Coast Swing (improvised) 🏆 Competition: DTown 🇩🇪 Allstar Jack n Jill (Random song Random partner) - 3rd place 🥉 #westcoastswing #wcs #dance #swingdance #socialdance #randompartnerrandomsong #randomsongrandompartner #randomsongandpartner #randompartnerandsong #dancelife #dancing #dancer #ballroomdance #lindyhop #partnerdance #modernswing #westcoastswingmoments #salsa #wcswing #swingdancers #ballroom #westcoastswingfamily #zouk #swing #westcoastswingdancing #bachata #countrydance #socialdancing #wsdc #swingdancing #dancememes #dancers

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• Golf

  Andddd likewise, the women might hate me for this one. GOLF!

  Hit some balls at Top Golf or the range, play a full nine holes, or practice putting at a mini golf course; as long as you’re having fun with your partner, it’s a perfect grown-up playdate.

  And you know what, if you try something new, you never know, you might enjoy it too and find a new hobby. 

  @gorgeoushustla

  Top Golf Charlotte #charlottenc #nccheck #topgolfvibes #topgolfcharlotte #thingstodoinnc #thingstodoincharlotte #charlottetiktok #queencity #cltthingstodo #clttiktok #clt #charlottefoodie #cltfood

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