HAVE A PLAYDATE AT AREA 51’S ADULT-ONLY NIGHT
Now come on, who doesn’t love going absolutely bonkers on a playground every once in a while? Area 51 has everything you could possibly need to let loose and have a bit of fun with that prospective date of yours. Lucky for you, they open their doors on the last Friday of every month for an adults-only night. Show off your physical prowess on the high ropes course, fly down the slides, race your beau in rock climbing, and have the time of your life. Bookings are recommended for this one, so check it out here.
SWING INTO A NIGHT OF PUTT PUTT
If you’re the type to get a little competitive (or a LOT competitive), we’ve got the rage-inducing, always fun game of putt putt… what could go wrong? Putt your heart on the line at Holey Moley and sink some holes-in-one, rub it in your date’s face, and have a bite to eat on the way out… it’s always a win, especially if you *do* end up winning. All their locations are here for your viewing pleasure.
TEST YOUR DATE’S SMARTS IN AN ESCAPE ROOM
It’s foolproof, we know. If you can crack an escape room in the time they give you, that’s a sure sign that your date can work under pressure, communicate relatively well, and generally has their head screwed on right. Mystic Escape on Fish Lane has three themed rooms with varying difficulties, so choose wisely and use that noggin on what’s sure to be a thrilling date! Their website, with all their rooms, is right here.
TRY SOMETHING NEW AND FUN AT NEXT EPISODE
We hate to pick faves, but if you’re looking for a cool speakeasy bar to hide away in with that special someone… Next Episode Bar is the one for you. Intimate without being awkward, funky without being overwhelming, and new fun cocktails to try all the damn time? Sounds like a plan, Stan. Now a barbershop by day, New York hip-hop speakeasy bar by night, wander down Fish Lane for something we assure you you’ve *never* tried before. Go stalk their Insta here.
WORK UP A SWEAT ON THE STORY BRIDGE
Hiking is all well and good, but have you *seen* Brisbane from the top of the Story Bridge? Now imagine you and that special someone sharing a glass of bubbly, feeling literally on top of the world. The Story Bridge climb is a great way to see all Brisbane has to offer, and they’ve got plenty of times to pick from. Anything from dawn walks to catch the sunrise, to now released NYE bookings for the 7:45pm fireworks and the midnight fireworks. Check it all out here.
BE ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT AT VERTIGO
Speaking of heights, we love the idea of (safely) hanging off the side of the Brisbane Powerhouse and dining in the sky. And once the plates are cleared, the real thrill begins when you can dare to take the 17-metre dropline. It’s part dining, part adrenaline rush, and totally unforgettable as a date spot. Strap in, lean out, and see the city from a whole new perspective right here.
SHOW OFF A LITTLE AT DIRTY HARRY’S
With trivia, pool, darts, karaoke (bad singers encouraged!), and so much more happening week to week, Dirty Harry’s is the injection of fun you need for your next date night on King St. With great food and drinks on offer, live music if you play your cards right, and plenty of excitement in store, this newly-opened spot is just behind Winghaus off King St in Bowen Hills, and we’re here for it. Check out their lineup here.
SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC IN BRISBANE
What’s that saying? ‘Save a musician, support the arts’? Well, whatever it is, if you think that live music is dead in Brisbane, you’re simply not looking hard enough. With some great live music venues under her belt, Brisbane is a great area to catch a concert, comedy show, or theatre performance. Black Bear Lodge, Lefty’s, The Triffid, The Tiv, Crowbar, The Brightside, the list simply goes on and on past Fortitude Music Hall and the Entertainment Centre out in the sticks of Boondall.
LET IT ALL OUT WITH AXE THROWING OR A RAGE ROOM
This one might be for a second or third date, friends. If you’ve got a lot of pent-up feelings (positive or negative), this could be your new favourite outlet of sorts. Maniax Brisbane is a little more like guided meditation than the total carnage that is Rage Cage, but both make great date spots. Take that date and go nuts on a busted TV, or perfect your form and hit the bulls-eye… whatever your vibe, let loose!
Dinner and a movie, meet your replacement.
