By: Lynette George
Can’t figure out what to do for Valentine’s Day this year? Are you scouring the internet, hunting for the perfect plan? Well, look no further! I have your back. Here’s a comprehensive list of potential date ideas based on the 12 widely contrasting zodiac signs.
ARIES
As the first astrological sign of the zodiac and the fieriest of them all, this Valentine’s Day is for the Aries in your life to let loose. Book a spot at your local rage room and let them have at it. With the perfect way to channel that good old Aries anger, this date will be fun, memorable and the perfect mid-week de-stresser. As the totally real, super famous quote goes, “Break plates, not hearts.”
TAURUS
Not feeling ready for a kid? Or even a pet? Go out and adopt a plant together! No one loves the environment more than a Taurus so this couldn’t be more perfect. Head over to your local nursery, take a romantic stroll amongst all the greenery and surround yourself with nature. From little peperomias to giant spider plants, feel free to go as big or as small as your heart desires.
Note: Spend some quality time together after, naming the new addition to your life!
GEMINI
With an unrivaled affinity for contests and an almost painful need to win, the perfect date for a Gemini must involve some sort of competition. So this Valentine’s Day, stay inside for a little game night with all the classics - Monopoly, UNO, and Codenames! If you’re not up for the stress of putting it together, go out to a bar and join a community trivia night. Ensure they feel challenged and watch as they take on that winning glow!
CANCER
Cancers love a low-key, low-maintenance date above all else. They’re above fancy frills and instead, prefer to find happiness in the mundane. Give them just that! Set up an incredibly comfortable pillow fort at home, prop up your laptop and watch a movie or show you both love. Ensure you have some snacks ready to go and enjoy staying in together. It’s simple and easy to plan but with Cancers, a little effort goes a long way!
LEO
No one you know is as highly wound up as the Leo in your life. It’s a fact. If you’re shocked by it, you’re probably a Leo! For all the stress your fire sign shoulders each day, you need to ensure that the date you plan is the epitome of relaxation. For V-Day this year, I recommend a spa getaway to take away all that pressure. Feel the peace sink in and bask in the tranquility that follows!
Note: If you’re on a budget, you could head over to a student massage clinic instead!
VIRGO
Virgos love the limelight. They’re social beings with a love for elegance and grace. To top it off, they’re also just a tad bit basic (I’m a Virgo…I’m allowed to say that). So this time, ensure that they feel extra special with a classic dinner date that is just as fancy and luxurious as them! Whether it’s at a restaurant with tiny plates or at home with a scrumptious meal, put in that extra bit of planning and see the absolute joy on their face!
LIBRA
With a strong intellect and a love for learning, the perfect date for a Libra would have to widen their horizons. The stagnancy of a sit-down movie night would simply fail to tickle their fancy! So for Libras, I recommend spending your V-Day at a museum or art gallery around town. This date would result in amazing photos and some phenomenal memories. More importantly, hand-in-hand, you can explore the past as you cement your future!
SCORPIO
Let’s be honest: all Scorpios are at least a little bit witchy and supernatural on the inside. It’s unique, fun and only a tad bit creepy (I mean this in the most flattering of ways so don’t hex me). So why look elsewhere for date ideas? I say that you should fully lean into it! Find a local metaphysical store, go shopping for healing crystals together and book a tarot card reading. Watch as the sorcery unfolds and have the experience of a lifetime!
SAGITTARIUS
A thrill-seeker through and through, a Sagittarius will not stand for a date that isn’t as energetic as they are! So for this one, I recommend multiple parts to your date night! Plan a scavenger hunt with stops around the city that are meaningful to your relationship. Schedule breaks in between to drop by eclectic cafes or clubs even! Ensure they’re discovering new spots and you have yourself the perfect Saggi date night!
CAPRICORN
It’s midterm season and Capricorns aren’t here to mess around. There’s no world in which they’re stepping out to do anything around this time. Want to find a way to have a Valentine’s Day plan that they’ll actually show up to? A cute study date is the way to go! Get all their favorite snacks, a nice warm drink, along with a pack of their favorite highlighters and enjoy each other's company.
AQUARIUS
For your innovative, eccentric and rebellious Aquarius, a laid-back approach might be the way to go! This Valentine’s Day, set up the supplies and spend the day painting canvases, cloth bags, vases and more. Crack open a bottle of wine or sparkling cider and you have the most chill date night an Aquarius could ask for. Work on projects separately but come together to create a few pieces as a couple. With no boundaries at all, let your creativity run wild.
PISCES
Ever wondered which zodiac sign was most likely to be a saint? Yeah, it’s Pisces. They’re kind, gentle, compassionate and generous beyond comparison. The soothing water sign loves to help out in any way, so combine it all and head over to a local pet shelter! Volunteer with some amazing little animals and spend your day working for a good cause. Find happiness in the pure joy that is a pet and have the most memorable date together!
Note: If you feel like you found what you’ve been looking for, adopt a pet!