Quirky Date Ideas In Newcastle

Ditch dinner and a movie, and go for darts and drinks instead. At Flight Club Newcastle, you'll find an unbeatable mix of playful competition, creative cocktails, and carnival-style charm.

On weekends, make it even more memorable with the Brunch Social, where you can sip prosecco, share pizza, and show off your darts skills in style.

If date night is fast approaching and you're stuck for ideas then how about taking your partner to NQ64 Newcastle to play some retro games? With over 31 to choose from, including original PlayStations, Guitar Hero and Mario Kart, you're bound to have a blast. It's open 'til 2am most nights and whips up delicious themed cocktails like the tequila-based Blanka and the fruity Kirby. 

If you prefer a date night that's a little more boozy then head to the Bottomless Bonkers Ball at ChaChaBuchi / Howlers / The Social Bar & Club. This takes place every Friday and Saturday, promising a two-hour show and an afterparty that's free to enter with your ticket.

There'll be drag queen hosts leading rounds of bingo, sing-along karaoke, lip-syncing battles and more. plus, you can add on tasty slices of pizza and 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco, beer and spirits.

Fancy adding a little pizzazz to your date night plans? The Muddler Newcastle should be at the top of your list. Fronting swoon-worthy decor and romantic cosy corners, alongside a mouthwatering Asian menu, this venue really has it all. 

If you and your other half fancy trying something new, then head to Active Reality in the West of Newcastle. This unique VR experience gives you the chance to enter a whole other world, competing in all kinds of scenarios. You can secure tickets for £20 per person, giving you half an hour of play, so it's a bargain as well.

Take your drinks date up a notch with a trip to The Alchemist Newcastle, where the cocktails famously fizz, pop and even change colour. From its late-night entertainment to boozy brunches on the weekend, this bar knows how to keep you coming back for more.

Indulge in The Alchemist Newcastle's Sunday Feast, expertly crafted for two and designed to bring people together. Dive into tender BBQ baby back ribs, crunchy buttermilk fried chicken, and melt-in-your-mouth pork belly bites. Accompanied by loaded truffle tater tots, house BBQ beans, creamy macaroni cheese, crisp slaw, pickles, fries, and buttery brioche buns, this sharing board invites you to mix and match flavours, enhanced by their trio of dipping sauces: smoky BBQ, garlic, and sriracha mayo.

Looking for a date idea with a difference? Check out Sounds Familiar. 

The only music quiz to play Glasto more times than Bowie, it packs in over 100 banging tunes across one epic evening. You'll hear a little of everything, from chart classics to guilty pleasures.

Ditch the traditional dinner-and-movie date for something truly unique with the Newcastle Bank Heist Scavenger Hunt.

This one-of-a-kind activity lets you and your date become master thieves (in a totally legal way, of course). Using a mobile app, you'll navigate the city's streets, unlock clues, and strategise your perfect heist, all within a half-mile radius of Newcastle's best spots.

Whether you fancy getting competitive with interactive darts or prefer to catch live music or disco bingo at their lineup of fun events, WonderBar is one of the best when it comes to fun things to do in Newcastle for couples. Into sports screenings and cocktails? They've got that too.

If you're after the best day date ideas in Newcastle, The Great Game Treasure Hunts are where to look. Their events see you exploring the city while solving riddles, puzzles and clues. Once 'X' marks the spot? You'll get 20% off you bill at a local pub.

Looking for a fun, immersive date idea? Then head to The Escapologist at the Metrocentre, where you'll be able to choose from seven different themed escape rooms. These are story-led adventures, ranging from Temple Raider to uncovering the mystery of a missing clown.

You can also play interactive darts in the bar, with electronic boards that add up your scores as you play fun multiplayer games. Afterwards, kick back in the steampunk-inspired bar for carefully curated cocktails or handmade milkshakes.

Ditch the classic drinks and inject some major nostalgia into your next date night. Old Skool Bingo takes over Nottingham venues with a completely unconventional night out.

Starting at just £19.80 per person, it's the perfect excuse to grab some food, challenge your partner to some ridiculous games, and sing your hearts out to the best anthems of the 90s and 2000s. It's an easy way to break the ice and guarantee a night full of laughs.

Looking for something to spice up your usual date night plans? Then set off on an interactive adventure with your other half, thanks to I'm Puzzled's brilliant Murder Mystery Experience - costing just £19.99 for the pair of you.

This self-guided quest is based off of their handy mobile app, which will guide you through the city as you gather clues, crack codes and interrogate virtual suspects, solving a high-profile murder case.

In need of a quirky date idea? Look no further than the Four Quarters Newcastle. Situated in the city centre on Dean Street, this glorious venue has a variety of classic and retro arcade games to get stuck into. If you're thirsty, you can both head to the bar for cocktails galore.

Do date night a little differently over at STACK. In the beautifully restored Grade II-listed Worswick Chambers on Pilgrim Street, it packs in street food, live entertainment and gaming all under one roof. 

Kick things off with a little friendly competition over the shuffleboard or at the interactive dartboard before heading to the karaoke booth to make sweet music. To fuel you up for all the fun, tuck into Greek, Mexican, baos, burgers, pizza, fried chicken and plenty more.

Quirky first date ideas in Newcastle don't get much better than As You Like It. Their eclectic menu dishes out plates like pan-fried gnocchi or moules frites at the mezzanine restaurant, while the rustic looking bar offers killer cocktails alongside DJs and live entertainment come Fridays.

Fancy doing something quirky with someone special? Check out YO! Sushi School for an evening of creating your very own Japanese food. Get ready to craft cucumber makis, crunchy Cali rolls or salmon nigiri, but not before nibbling on gyozas and learning about the history of the dish.

When it comes to quirky date ideas in Newcastle city centre, you can't go wrong with Mr Mulligan. This crazy golf venue will have you and your partner competing across 18 holes, with ping pong, electro darts, pool and arcade games on offer too. What's more, they serve a beautiful cocktail at this destination.

A list of unusual things to do in Newcastle on dates wouldn't be complete without Boulevard, the cabaret and show bar bringing some of the UK's best performers to the city. There's drag divas backed up by Broadway dancers for one helluva treat.

Fancy a date with a difference? Get on over to Activate Newcastle, where immersive gaming meets physical challenges.

As you move through rooms packed with interactive technology, the space around you responds instantly to your movements and actions. Round up your one and only to jump, strategise and collaborate your way to victory.