When you're on a budget, it can seem like date night is nearly impossible. It can also be tough to plan time with friends when money is tight. But, with some creativity and our expertise, it's possible to plan a night of fun that won't drain your wallet.
And to help your budget even more, browse our list of free things to do in Orlando.
Orlando's Best Cheap Date Ideas
Affordable Food & Drink Experiences
- Happy hour bites + drinks, many spots in Orlando have deals on weekdays, and on weekends too!
- Wine tasting flights at The Wine Room on Park Avenue (self-pour machines).
- Coffee and a pastry crawl — split a drink and dessert at local unique coffee shops.
- Book the Florida Freeze Package at ICEBAR Orlando for $25 per person (available only Sunday through Thursday from 5pm to 9pm.)
- Appetizers and drinks while dining outdoors in Winter Park.
- Sushi happy hour spots in College Park and nearby.
- Grab some refreshing, creative sodas and cool off.
- Taproom tasting flight at a local brewery like Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. or Brewlando.
Active & Adventurous That's Affordable
- Mini golf date at Congo River Golf or Disney's Winter Summerland.
- Disney's Oak Trail features a FootGolf course, blending golf with the fun of soccer, for $35 per person.
- An escape room challenge usually costs around $30 per person.
- Axe-throwing session at a local range usually about $20 per person.
- Paddleboard or kayak rental at Wekiva Island or Shingle Creek, usually around $40 per couple.
- Gatorland offers half-off admission multiple times each year for Florida residents!
$30 Outdoor Dates
- Stroll the multiple acres of Leu Gardens; admission is $15 per person.
- Lukas Nursery is a scenic garden stroll with an $8.95 butterfly encounter
- Tubing near Orlando, like Rock Springs at Kelly Park — tube rental fees are about $7, plus $5 admission.
- When the weather is right, head to a u-pick farm.
- Make the drive to Bok Tower Gardens; admission is $20 per person.
Arts & Shows
- Matinee tickets at a neighborhood movie theater (discounted showtimes).
- Independent films at Enzian Theater.
- Live comedy show tickets at Sak Comedy Lab.
- Live jazz night tickets at a music lounge.
- Drinks and fun at Orlando's karaoke bars.
- Drive-in movies — tickets per car / per person.
