7 Fun Things to do as a Couple Today

7 Fun Things to do as a Couple Today


By Tiffany Fung

Finding what you should do today with your partner? We’re here to help you find the ultimate date night ideas in Australia! From throwing clay on the pottery wheel to making DIY soy wax candles at home, it’s never been easier to plan fun date night ideas that not only help you connect on a deeper level but also create cherished memories together. So whether you're searching for date ideas in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, there are countless fun things to do as a couple today. Read on to discover our 7 top picks! 

If your love language is physical touch…

Take them to a wheel throwing class in Sydney

Wheel throwing

As one of the most intimate and tactile forms, pottery requires total focus and coordination—much like relationships themselves! A wheel throwing class could be the perfect date idea for couples whose love language is physical touch. Simply step inside an intimate and cosy pottery studio at Print Paint Pot and sink your hands right into clay. You will be guided step-by-step through the process, from centering clay to moulding into your desired vessel. This pottery workshop provides couples with the chance to get their hands dirty while creating something beautiful together. This experience for couples is sure to help bring you closer to your partner on a whole new level. 

Something different than a dinner and a movie…

A fluid art bear class in Melbourne! 

Are you tired of the usual dinner-and-movie date night ideas? Melbourne has plenty to offer when it comes to unique experiences for couples. A popular option is a fluid art bear class at Bear with Us in North Melbourne. You and your special someone will be guided by professional artists who will teach you how to create stunning bear art using coloured paints. Mix your favourite colours, pour them all over your canvas and watch how the colours blend together to create stunning, abstract designs. So amazing! This creative, hands-on activity promises plenty of laughter and enjoyment—a perfect alternative for your at home date ideas.

The perfect date night for two…

Is definitely a ring making class in Brisbane

Ring making

For those looking for more personalised date ideas in Brisbane, we have something special up our sleeve—ring making classes! These jewellery workshops at Blonde. give you a unique opportunity to craft bespoke rings for each other under the guidance of experienced jewellers. Firstly, pick between gold or silver rings, then learn how to saw and solder rings to finish them off with your own unique touch. Engrave your initials and numbers (like your wedding anniversary date) or even decorate elements like your favourite flowers. The possibilities are endless to what you can create! By the end of the class, you can take home your own DIY rings to wear and cherish for years to come, making it one of the best couple gift ideas in Brisbane.

Looking for relaxing, mindful date ideas?

Head to a Sunshine Coast watercolour painting class together 

Watercolour painting

Combine mindfulness with creativity and you have one of the most relaxing date night ideas: a watercolour painting class on the Sunshine Coast. This is an excellent space to unwind together and create beautiful artwork for your home. Don’t know how to learn how to paint? No problem! Art Workshops in Montville is happy to teach couples the basics of watercolour painting and help them have plenty of fun with watercolour. The spontaneous nature of watercolours makes it easy to unleash creativity, blend colours and see the unexpected results you both make! Watercolour painting is also a great way to include moments of mindfulness in your day, which can help you both to relax, reduce stress and feel more refreshed after the class—all elements that can help strengthen your relationship.

If you both love a cosy night in… 

Learn to make soy wax candles in Tamborine Mountain

Learning to make soy wax candles on Tamborine Mountain is an excellent choice for those looking for romantic things to do on Gold Coast. Imagine spending an evening tucked away in an idyllic mountain setting, surrounded by nature while crafting beautiful soy wax candles with your partner. It’s perfect for those who prefer their romance with a side of calm and peace. Candle making can be so much fun, from choosing your favourite scents to walking away with your very own handmade candle. You might just walk away with your favourite thing to do as a couple today!

If your favourite thing to do as a couple is spending quality time…

Surprise your partner with a full day barista class in Perth

Barista course Perth

For caffeine-loving couples looking for romantic things to do in Perth, surprising your partner with a full-day coffee class is sure to be a hit. At Fremantle Baristas School, this interactive experience will teach you and your partner everything from selecting the best coffee beans and roasting them perfectly, right to creating rosetta latte art designs. This coffee making course is all about spending quality time together while learning something new and exciting. You'll be able to bond over shared experiences and enjoy the satisfaction of mastering a new skill together. This date idea is not just for coffee aficionados either but also for couples who appreciate unique experiences. Come along and try it for yourself!

Searching for adventurous date ideas?

Break out the BBQ grill in Adelaide  

BBQ cooking

For those who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty in pursuit of a delicious meal, why not break out the BBQ grill in Adelaide? If you're searching for adventurous, out-of-the-box date ideas in Adelaide, this one fits the bill. This BBQ cooking class will teach you how to master the art of low and slow barbeque cooking, from choosing the right cuts of meat to perfecting your grilling techniques. It's a fun, interactive way to spend time together and learn something new. Plus, there's something inherently romantic about cooking and sharing a meal together.

Whether it's getting crafty with pottery or jewellery making classes, exploring your artistic side with fluid art or simply enjoying a full day coffee course, there's no shortage of fun things to do as a couple today in Australia! Remember, it’s not about grand gestures or extravagant gifts but about spending quality time together—truly experiencing each other’s company and growing closer as a result. So go ahead and start planning that next date night now with our selection of the best couple gift ideas in Australia.





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Wheel Throwing Pottery Class for Date Night

4.8 (106)

Years in business 8 years in business

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Parkside

1 to 30 guests

Price $75

Wheel Throwing Pottery Class for Date Night

4.8 (36)

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Adelaide

1 to 10 guests

Price $188 - $356

Date Night Pottery Throwing Wheel Workshop

4.7 (2k) (teacher)

Years in business 7 years in business

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Brisbane City

1 to 29 guests

Price $74 - $84

Date Night Clay and Sip Pottery Class

4.9 (122)

Years in business 10 years in business

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Willoughby

1 to 14 guests

Price $95

Date Night Wheel Throwing Class

5.0 (15)

Instagram followers 77k followers

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Newtown

1 to 2 guests

Price $110

Tufting Class: Make a 40x40cm Rug

5.0 (24)

Session dates Runs regularly

Location North Adelaide

1 to 10 guests

Price $188

Drawing Lamp Class for Date Night

5.0 (5)

4.9 (245) (teacher)

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Darlinghurst

1 to 10 guests

Price $74 - $84

Sculpt Your Mate or Date Air Drying Clay Workshop

5.0 (278) (teacher)

Years in business 5 years in business

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Surry Hills / Mobile

1 to 20 guests

Price $55

Sip and Paint Your Person Picasso-style Class

4.7 (36)

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Mont Albert

1 to 30 guests

Price $50 - $59

Draw Your Mate or Date: Portrait Workshop

5.0 (278) (teacher)

Years in business 5 years in business

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Surry Hills / Mobile

1 to 16 guests

Price $65 Now $55

Wheel Throwing Pottery Class: Clay Date Night

4.8 (129) (teacher)

Session dates Runs regularly

Location North Adelaide

1 to 8 guests

Price $228

Wheel Throwing Class: Pottery Date Night

4.9 (71)

Years in business 8 years in business

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Perth

1 to 5 guests

Price $424

Date Night Terrarium Class for Couples

4.9 (21)

Instagram followers 5k followers

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Port Noarlunga

1 to 8 guests

Price $166

Tufting Class: Make a 60x60cm Rug

4.8 (6)

4.8 (129) (teacher)

Session dates Runs regularly

Location North Adelaide

1 to 10 guests

Price $228

Couples Blacksmithing Workshop

5.0 (38)

Years in business 8 years in business

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Cheltenham

1 to 4 guests

Price $286 - $572

Date Night Spirit Blending Class

Instagram followers 15k followers

Facebook likes 8k followers

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Carrington

1 to 20 guests

Price $222

Date Night: Parent and Child Painting Workshop

Instagram followers 6k followers

5+ years & Adults

Session dates Runs regularly

Location Elsternwick

1 to 30 guests

Price $90

Chirashi Sushi Date Night: More Than a Cooking Class

5.0 (27)

Session dates Your choice of time

Location West Ryde

2 to 12 guests

Price $120

Succulent Terrarium Making Class

4.9 (385)

Session dates Your choice of time

Location Brunswick / Mobile

14 to 100 guests

Price $98

Paint, Sip and Watch the Sunset Class for Couples

5.0 (429) (teacher)

Years in business 7 years in business

Session dates Your choice of time

Location Wentworth Falls / Mobile

1 to 2 guests

Price $99


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