Found: The Perfect Activity For Your Next At-Home Date Night

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As the weather cools down, and you start looking for activities you can do with your S.O. indoors, don’t rule out date night subscription boxes. These kits offer everything you need for an intentional—and, oftentimes, themed—date night hosted in the comfort of your home.

ICYDK, doing activities with your partner is one of the best ways to strengthen your bond and overall relationship. It builds what’s called "experiential intimacy," says Rebecca Marcus, LCSW, a holistic dating and relationship therapist. “Whether it’s trying out a new hobby, embarking on an outdoor adventure, or simply cooking a meal together, these activities provide opportunities for open communication and quality time, which are essential for a healthy and thriving relationship.”

Check out a few of the best date night subscription boxes, tested and reviewed by couples:

Whether you want to pretend you’re competing on The Great British Bake Off or enjoy a ~spicy~ game of Truth or Dare, there’s a date night box out there for you and your S.O.

Don’t know where to start? Lucky for you, WH has compiled a list of the best date night subscription boxes (plus, some one-time kits) worth getting—a few of which could arrive at your doorstep in less than a week!

The Adults & Crafts Crate

A couple of creatives will appreciate The Adults & Crafts Crate. From wine caddy kits to mosaic trays, this box is known for its practical crafts which you and your partner can use in your home. Whether you opt for a one-time box or a monthly subscription, you’ll have all of the tools, materials, and accessories you need for a successful and ~artsy~ date night.

Rave Review: “My husband and I had so much fun completing the October Adults and Crafts box! We made a mosaic tray that turned out so cool and is not something we would have ever thought of doing or had the supplies to do without this box! We were both really impressed that the craft was so unique and something that we actually want to display in our home.”

Ultimate Adult Boxes For Couples

If you and your partner are looking to take hot time to the next level, Seductive Pleasure’s Ultimate Adult Box For Couples can help. Each set contains full-sized toys and accessories, from vibrators to lubricants, that’ll keep you and your S.O. entertained for hours. If this box sounds like something you might like to explore (but you’re worried about the neighbors catching a glimpse of what you’re up to), know that each kit is shipped with discreet packaging.

Rave Review: “My husband and I didn't know what to expect in an adult subscription box, as we've never had one before. We've been thoroughly surprised and have loved every box we've gotten. The items seem to be high quality and there is always something new [for] us to try. I love how you can curate the box so you don't get anything you wouldn't try or use.”

Date Night Games for Couples Subscription Box

Board games can be a great way to bring you and your partner closer, something Crated with Love understood when they created this subscription box. These games are designed to have you and your S.O. keeling over in laughter—as you should be. The themes change monthly, with previous ones including “Whole Latte Love” and “Our Australian Adventure.” Since each box comes with four to five games, you’ll have enough to host a fun date night once a week.

Rave Review: “We loved the trivia, the other games, and the silliness that we both got to engage in. It was a really nice box.”

Portrait Painting Date Night Box

Show your partner just how beautiful they are (literally) with this portrait painting date night box. In addition to everything you need to get your Da Vinci on ASAP, this date night box includes a deck of conversation cards to prompt deeper chats (and maybe share a few laughs). A snack and drink of your choice are also included, because why not sip while you paint?

If you have a particularly special date coming up, like an anniversary, you can work with the shop owner to add their “12 Date Night Ideas a Year” deck to your kit, so you’ll never run out of activities for Friday nights.

Rave Review: “What a lovely idea for a fun evening! Presented beautifully with high quality paints and brushes; loved the easel and canvas and the fudge was a perfectly sweet addition!”

The Adventure Box Subscription

If you’re familiar with “The Adventure Challenge” books, consider making The Adventure Box part of your monthly at-home date nights. Each box is equipped with items to help successfully complete the “challenges” outlined in the “Couples Edition” book—which vary month to month.

It’s important to note that this is a monthly subscription, so you can’t choose how many months you’d like to receive a box or only purchase it once; however, you can cancel at any time.

Rave Review: “This is the best date night. My husband and I have a new baby and this takes all the thought out of trying to plan date night. It gives you fun dates at a fraction of what it would cost to do the same craft on your own.”

Pottery Date Night Box for Two

If you and your partner have been wanting to try out pottery, this one-time sculpting kit from TheCraftSocietyUK may be just what you’re looking for (plus, you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home!). In addition to all the tools you need to get crafting with clay, you’ll receive a deck of conversation cards and a snack to munch on. Although drinks aren’t included with this activity box, you can add them on for an additional cost.

Rave Review: “This box was just brilliant. There was so much included in it for the price. The clay was so easy to use and there was so much of it.”

Monthly Baking Club Box

If you’re looking for a sweet date night idea, it’s hard to go wrong with the Learn to Bake Like a Pro subscription box from Bake Eat Love. This kit creates a yummy yet simple experience—not only does it include pre-measured ingredients, but also the necessary baking tools. Plus, there are video tutorials available if written directions aren’t your thing.

The dessert series changes on a quarterly basis, so the longer you’re subscribed, the wider variety of treats you’ll try with your partner. And although the free shipping isn’t the best part of this kit, it’s a sweet perk!

Rave Review: “What a lovely experience! My partner and I used our BEL box as an at-home date day and had a wonderful time. We tried something new and made a delicious snack (and memory) all at once!”

Romantic Connection Relationship Bundle

Despite life getting in the way sometimes, planning intentional dates with your partner can help build (and maintain) your emotional connection—and that’s where this kit comes in. This date night box includes a relationship journal, intimacy deck, intimacy after dark deck, relationship deck, and date deck with more than 150 prompts to get you and your partner having those deep, meaningful convos.

Rave Review: “We absolutely love the question packs—we put aside specific times now in the evenings where we put our phones away and go through a set number of questions, and again, I remain surprised that it's bringing us closer than we already were.”

3 Months of Luxury Food Crates Subscription

Treat your partner to luxurious bites with this three-time luxury food crate subscription from Williams Sonoma. You’ll receive a different crate each month, starting with the “Beehive Cheese Gift Crate” filled with high quality cheese, salami, honey, almonds, and dried figs from a family-owned brand in Utah. During the second month, you’ll receive “Tour of France French Crate” which includes triple-cream brie and fruitwood-smoked salmon, among other tasty treats. And for the final month, you and your partner can relish in some Italian delicacies.

Whether you enjoy the contents of the crate while watching a movie together or reminiscing over old photos, these boxes will elevate any date night.

Monthly Book Subscription Box

It’s never a bad idea to start reading together. After all, a good book keeps your mind sharp, and you’ll probably learn a thing or two about each other while you’re at it. As part of this monthly subscription box, you’ll receive two books, so you can each start with one and then swap when you’re done. Whether you prefer horror, mysteries, or thrillers, you can indicate your genre preference when setting up your subscription. Or, you can choose “Surprise Me” and My Thrill Club will send you a mix of picks each month.

Rave Review: “I was not sure what to expect from the horror subscription box, but I just received two new hardcover books that both look excellent. One is from an author that I really enjoy and the other looks great.”

Puzzle Club Subscription Box

Puzzles are a great way for you and your partner to work on your communication skills and create something beautiful together. What’s great about the Jiggy Puzzle Club is that they offer several different kinds of memberships, since not every couple has time to tackle a 500-piece puzzle each month. Plus, the brand works with and supports small artists, with a percentage of each sale going directly to the creator.

If you and your beau are avid puzzlers, this is the perfect date night box for you.

How we chose the best date night subscription boxes

Women’s Health writer Jenna Clark vetted the bestselling, top-rated date night subscription boxes online. She evaluated hundreds of customer reviews and ratings (many of which were from couples) to narrow down the best date night subscription for a wide range of needs and preferences.

What is a date night box?

A date night box is a subscription box that includes the materials you and your partner may need for a successful and meaningful date night.

What comes in a date night box?

The contents of a date night box will depend on the theme or activity of the box. For example, if it focuses on painting, you can usually expect it to include some paint brushes, paint, and canvases. However, if your date night box is themed after a certain holiday or movie, you can expect its contents to have associations to that topic.

What should I look for in a date night box?

When looking for the perfect date night box for you and your partner, it’s important to take both of your interests into account.

You’ll also want to consider the cadence you’d like to receive your kits as some subscription services are monthly, while others have terms you can select (i.e., every three months, quarterly, or every other month). If you are subscribing to a monthly box, making sure you have the ability to cancel at any time is important, in case you and your partner decide that a particular subscription service is not for you. Or, if something comes up and you’re not able to have your date nights as regularly as you had anticipated, you want to have that flexibility.

If you’re looking for something to suit a singular date night, there are many one-time activity kits out there to fit this purpose—just make sure you’re purchasing a one-time kit, as opposed to a monthly subscription.

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