Dating can be fun and exciting. But it can also cause some financial stress. When funds are tight, it may feel like your only option is to hang out at home, but you can find fun ways to date without exceeding your budget.听
Boulder offers many ways to have fun on a budget. Check out these low-cost date ideas for options both on-campus and in Boulder.听听
Visit The Connection
The Connection听in the UMC offers various activities at student rates. Try bowling, billiards, ping pong and video games for a fun and active date night. Check out听The Connection events calendar听for trivia nights, live music, tournaments and other free events.听
Check out an on-campus event
The Center for Student Involvement hosts free events听for students throughout the semester. Find an event that matches your interests. Sign up for a听DIY Night, attend a听Buffalo Nites听event or check out听Buffs After Dark,听where you can even score听.听
Share your love of sports
Many CU sporting events offer free or low-cost entry for students.听听can attend volleyball, soccer, lacrosse, tennis and women鈥檚 basketball regular-season home events for free.听
You can also explore events and activities at the听Rec Center, like the听climbing gym听辞谤听ice skating rink.听
Attend a performance from CU Presents
听offers hundreds of concerts, plays, dance performances, and recitals annually. Many events are free to attend, or you can听听by presenting your Buff OneCard.听
Enjoy the great outdoors
Boulder is known for its excellent hiking trails, many of which also work for snowshoeing. Pack a picnic lunch and听. Many routes have beautiful views to share with a special someone.听
Go to an event from Program Council
Join听Program Council听for affordable, high-quality concerts, films and other entertainment experiences.听Check out the upcoming events schedule.听
Dine out in Boulder
While Boulder has several high-end restaurants, the local cuisine also includes more affordable options. Check out the听. Also, consider a lunch or happy hour date when many restaurants offer lower-priced items.听
Check out the Gaming Lounge
The Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge听opened in January. You can purchase hourly passes for a low rate to engage in a little friendly competition and share your love of gaming.听
Call for a free ride
CU NightRide听offers free evening transportation within the Boulder city limits for students, faculty and staff with a Buff OneCard. You won鈥檛 have to worry about finding a safe ride home on your date. Simply use the app to request a ride.听
Check out more听dating tips to help make dating more meaningful and fun.听