7 Fun Summer Dates to Plan ...

1. Beach Date

I love going to the beach as one of my summer dates. It's fun, it'll keep you active and it's a great way to really cool off when it's hot! Whether you hit up a lake beach or the ocean, pack a picnic and go! If you're not a water bug, that's okay; you can stay on the sand and talk to each other.

2. Carnival Date

The summer is when all the best carnivals start to come around and what better date is there than a carnival date? You can ride all of the rides, challenge each other to all of the games and win cute stuffed animals! It's the ideal date for summer and often times, there is live music to listen to! So, put on some comfortable shoes, a cute outfit and hit the carnival!

3. Concert Date

Another one of my favorite summer dates is all about concerts. This year, my girl and I are going to see Hanson and Owl City – back to back! These are two of our favorite bands and I can't wait to see them up close! If your favorite band is coming to town, why not get some tickets? Often, lawn seats aren't that expensive and they can be so much fun!

4. Drive-in Movie

Now, this one all depends on if you have a drive-in movie theater near you. The closest one to me is in New Hampshire, but I would totally take a trip there just so I could see a movie, parked in my car! Often, these dates are super inexpensive too, which is awesome!

5. Park Tour

If you are looking for something really fun and something really cheap, why not tour a historical park or walk around a lake? This type of date can be fantastic for a first or second date, because it really lets you have a chance to talk to your date and get to know them!

6. Picnic

While you are in the park, why not take a picnic? A picnic can be so much fun for both of you! Think about it, making sandwiches together, picking the perfect place in the park or even on the beach. It's also a great first or second date idea! My girlfriend and I go on picnics all of the time in the summer!

7. Go to the Zoo

Finally, the last summer date idea that I love to do is all about the zoo! Hitting up the zoo can be great exercise and can really allow you to see animals that you've never seen before. I love going to the zoo when it's super nice outside!

So, these are just a few of the ideas that I have for summer dates! Do you have any more that you absolutely love to go on? Comment below! We'd love some more ideas!