{"id":23546,"date":"2021-12-27T10:30:03","date_gmt":"2021-12-27T02:30:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=23546"},"modified":"2025-10-23T11:35:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T03:35:43","slug":"alternative-valentines-day-ideas-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/alternative-valentines-day-ideas-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Alternative Valentine\u2019s Day Ideas For A Memorable Date"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re not ones to judge if you and your partner decide to do the usual dinner date on Valentine\u2019s Day. However, if you\u2019re looking for an alternative Valentine\u2019s Day idea in Singapore, read on for fun alternatives for both outdoor and stay-home activities that\u2019ll prove to be even more memorable! We guarantee these activities will bring you much closer and keep that magic and spark alive. Also, it doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019re happily single or smitten and in love, we\u2019ve got ideas for everyone here!<\/span><\/p>\n

Outdoor activities for Valentine’s Day<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. R<\/span>ecreate your first date<\/span><\/h3>\n

Go back to the place where you had your first date and relive those memories that set off the violin playing in your head! For more fun, try and replicate the events of the night exactly as they happened! Take the same route to your first date destination and talk about the same topics you discussed before \u2014 but this time without the awkwardness! <\/span>And if you had wanted to do something on that first date, like hold your date\u2019s hand or lean in for a kiss, you can do that today —\u00a0 she or he is all yours now!<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Meal prep + garden picnic<\/span><\/h3>\n
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This is an oldie but goodie. Spare yourselves the anxiety of making last-minute reservations at restaurants and do your own meal prep. Start the day by cooking together and bond over these <\/span>meal prep ideas<\/span><\/a>. After you\u2019re done, pack it all into a <\/span>picnic basket<\/span><\/a> (available on <\/span>lovelyhome1.sg<\/span><\/a>) and set off to one of Singapore\u2019s many parks and open green spaces! <\/span>We like the Singapore Botanic Gardens for its lush open spaces and canopy trees! Make a list of items to bring along for your picnic, such as a <\/span>frisbee<\/span><\/a> (available on crownsportsg<\/a><\/span>) and a <\/span>picnic mat<\/span><\/a> (available on ArtLiving<\/a><\/span>). Check out other <\/span>picnic places in Singapore<\/span><\/a> ro head to for a cost-friendly and alternative Valentine\u2019s Day idea in Singapore.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Galentine\u2019s day<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re single and don\u2019t know what to do on Valentine\u2019s Day, don\u2019t fret! You have the same reason to celebrate but this time with your other (happily) single female companions. We don\u2019t see why single men can\u2019t do this too! <\/span>Simply head out for a night in town \u2014 anywhere with free-flowing booze! If a night in sounds more enticing, then call your girlfriends over and throw an alternative V-day soiree (in a party of eight of course!). Play female-centric movies or songs in the background and serve food and <\/span>cakes<\/span><\/a> to play up the derisive day \u2014 perhaps dagger through the heart cupcakes? You get the idea.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Art jamming\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Fun<\/a>
(Credit:\u00a0FunEmpire<\/a>\u00a0\/ Facebook [cropped])<\/figcaption><\/figure>Thinking of a fun, social and creative way to spend your Valentine’s Day this year? Art jamming<\/a> is a great activity for those of us who want to unleash your<\/span> artsy-fartsy side while spending time with your significant other! This unique Valentine\u2019s Day idea will definitely make for a memorable, fun-filled date, as you evaluate each other\u2019s artistic skills and decide who\u2019s a better artist! <\/span>You don\u2019t have to worry about bringing your own paintbrushes as most art jamming studios provide everything you\u2019ll need, from canvases and acrylic paints to even complimentary drinks. Dabble in art jamming studios such as Boulevart, Arteastiq, and Artify Studio and have fun smearing colorful blobs of paint across blank canvas to create your own grand masterpieces!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/i><\/b> Not sure what to paint? Why not paint a portrait of him or her to show your love for your partner this Valentine’s Day!\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

5. Dining on cloud nine<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Celebrate the special day with a sky dining date in Singapore! Enjoy a four-course Italian meal in your private cable car and clink your glass against the backdrop of Sentosa island! We\u2019re talking appetiser, soup, main course and dessert with a glass of wine. <\/span>This is one of the best alternative Valentine\u2019s Day ideas and puts you and your other half on the top of the world \u2014 literally. Not a fan of dining in a moving vehicle? Then these <\/span>rooftop bars in Singapore<\/span><\/a> are a close enough alternative!<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Make your own furniture<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Ran out of ideas on what to do on Valentine\u2019s Day? Fret not, we\u2019ve found you the perfect solution — furniture making! Whether you\u2019re getting ready for your future home or would like to add a DIY craft project to your humble abode, you won\u2019t go wrong with a furniture workshop led by the skilful folks at Tombalek!\u00a0<\/span>Tombalek is a woodworking workshop in Singapore that provides classes for a wide range of furniture and instruments. Psst, they even conduct electric guitar making classes that would be perfect for music lovers! However, if you\u2019re looking to start small, we highly suggest the bowl turning or cheese and chopping board making classes. Be sure to show-off the final pieces to guests at your housewarming party!<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Couple massage<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Wondering what to do on Valentine\u2019s Day that\u2019s both romantic and rejuvenating? Why not unwind together with a couple\u2019s massage? It\u2019s also the perfect alternative Valentine\u2019s Day idea for those bored of the usual <\/span>hotel staycations in Singapore<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0 The Auriga Spa at Capella Singapore is one of our favourite couple spa massage spots. It provides a host of signature treatments, using organic, natural ingredients and traditional techniques to relax the senses. If you choose the PS I Love You (not the book\/movie) treatment, expect to be treated to a foot massage, followed by a full body massage, candlelit sensual bath as well as cocktails and refreshments at their in-house bar \u2014 talk about the ultimate pampering experience!<\/span><\/p>\n

8. Glamping with your other half<\/span><\/h3>\n
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(Credit: The Glamping Society<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Glamping combines the rusticness of camping and the privacy that comes with a hotel staycation. Essentially, it\u2019s a pop-up hotel. East Coast Park is one of the best places to set up tent for an overnight stay with the promise of a spectacular sunrise view (as long as it doesn\u2019t rain). <\/span>Glamping Society provides glamping packages for couples. Rent beautiful ball tents, complete with an indoor picnic-set up and adorned with fairy lights. Optional extras include helium balloons and an outdoor cinema add-on! If you\u2019re a couple that doesn\u2019t mind living in the wild and giving up your bathtubs for the day then this is one alternative Valentine\u2019s Day idea you have to try! After all, how many other places allow you to sleep and wake up to the sound of crashing waves in Singapore? Don\u2019t forget to come prepared with <\/span>essential camping equipment<\/span><\/a> to ensure your V-day plan has no hiccups!<\/span><\/p>\n

Stay home ideas for Valentine\u2019s Day<\/span><\/h2>\n

9. Netflix and chill<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Appreciate the simpler things in life? Then <\/span>Netflix and chill<\/span><\/a> with a pizza takeout and <\/span>beer<\/span><\/a>. Prefer to go a little more gourmet? Then whip up <\/span>air-fryer snacks<\/span><\/a> and uncork the <\/span>wine<\/span><\/a> bottle you\u2019ve been meaning to open! Get comfy on your sofa, put your phone on silent mode and get lost again in an old series, the latest movie or your favourite stand-up comedy! <\/span>You can pause, fast forward and skip the parts that you guys don\u2019t like or repeat your favourite dialogues over and over again. No one\u2019s there to judge!<\/span><\/p>\n

10. Breakfast in bed\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Nothing says \u201cI love you\u201d more than a hearty breakfast made with tender loving care! From brunch-style breakfasts to simple pastries, there are endless options you can choose from to give your partner the perfect start to their day. Check out some of these <\/span>easy bread recipes<\/span><\/a> to get you started!\u00a0<\/span>To set the mood, you could even put on some romantic, soft music while having your meals together and slip in a handwritten note or red rose on the breakfast tray to show them how much you care. With delicious food and the perfect ambience, we guarantee that your partner will be falling head over heels for you again this Valentine\u2019s Day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

11. Trivia night<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Who said only outdoor date ideas are fun?\u00a0 Here\u2019s a non-mainstream yet super cool Valentine\u2019s Day idea at home\u00a0 – a game of trivia! Open a bottle of <\/span>Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut<\/span><\/a> (available on Bottles & Bottles Official Store<\/a><\/span>), prepare some of your favourite <\/span>snacks <\/span><\/a>and challenge each other to games like <\/span>The Ultimate Game for Couples<\/span><\/a> (available on <\/span>lw817.sg<\/span><\/a>). <\/span>Trivia nights are perfect if you are too tired to head out and can be a great chance to learn more about your partner and have conversations about new topics. You can also find lists of couples\u2019 trivia questions with apps such as Happy Couple or Relationship Quiz that are available on the Apple App Store and the Android Play store!<\/span><\/p>\n

Pamper your other half with these alternative V-Day ideas<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you were not sure what to do on Valentines Day, we hope that you got some inspiration for alternative Valentine\u2019s Day ideas with this article! Check out our guide on couple online games <\/a>for some friendly competition.<\/span> If you\u2019re looking for V-day gifts, this ultimate Valentine’s Day gift guide <\/a><\/span>should sort you right out. Shout out to all men! Make sure you send those flowers on V-day and not a day later or earlier \u2014 lookout for retailers that do <\/span>flower delivery in Singapore<\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

This article was updated on 27 December 2021. Additional research done by Iris Tan.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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