Need a date night or girls' night out in South Brevard? Don't we all?
So find a babysitter, schedule a playdate, or recruit a family member or friend to take over kid duties for a few hours (don't forget to leave them your important info), and plan some quality time with a special person in your life.
The following categories of dates are included in this guide: adventurous, artsy, relaxing, active, and classic. Keep reading for lots of creative date ideas in South Brevard that will fit whatever vibe you are going for! Plus, scroll to the bottom for some local restaurant picks!
Adventurous Dates in South Brevard
Leave the kids at home, but bring a child-like spirit along! Here are some places to visit in South Brevard when you feel like trying something new!
- Have a friendly axe-throwing competition at The Backyard.
- Practice your communication skills while you try to escape at Escape Room Entertainment.
- Get a thrill with arcade games, go-karts, and laser tag at Route 7 Adrenaline Warehouse or Andretti Thrill Park.
- Explore the wild side of Florida on an airboat tour with Airboat Rides Melbourne, Camp Holly, or Swamp Donkey Airboat Rides.
- See the animals from high up at Tree Top Trek at Brevard Zoo.
Artsy Dates in South Brevard
Take a class together to get those creative juices flowing! In South Brevard, you can find classes at these places.
- Try your hand at painting at Painting With A Twist or MyMakerScape.
- Cook up some fun with a class at The Gathering Table or Florida Academy Baking.
- Participate in a wood project workshop at Board & Brush.
- Paint your own pottery at Amazing Glaze or Get Fired Up.
- Take a class at The Sweet Heartist.
Relaxing Dates in South Brevard
Life have you both feeling stressed out? Relax together at these places in South Brevard.
- Try halotherapy for a unique spa experience at Halo Salt Cave.
- Book a couples massage at your favorite spa (Deep Tissue Spa has great reviews!).
- Stretch your stress away at a local yoga studio such as The Yogi Perogi or The Yoga Garden.
- Stroll a local farmers market.
- Be soothed by the sound of the waves at the beach. Believe me, it's a totally different experience without kids.
Active Dates in South Brevard
Work up a sweat and release endorphins during one of these high-energy dates.
- Rent paddleboards or kayaks from Paddling Paradise and explore the water.
- Hike on one of our favorite trails at Erna Nixon, Turkey Creek Sanctuary, or Barrier Island Sanctuary.
- Try your hand at pickleball at one of these locations.
- Get swept off your feet with a dance class at Melbourne Ballroom or Salsa Heat.
- Climb to new heights at On The Edge Rock Gym.
- Rent a jet ski from Jet Ski With Me and experience the Indian River in a whole new way.
Classic Dates in South Brevard
Where was your first ever date? What did you love to do together when you were dating? Here are some of our favorite classic South Brevard spots that are great for reminiscing about those early days.
- Take in a live show at The King Center or The Henegar.
- See who can get a strike at Bowlero or Shore Lanes!
- Go back to the basics of dinner and a movie at NCG Cinemas, CW Theaters West Melbourne, Premiere Theaters Oaks 10, or AMC Avenue 16.
- Have a good laugh together at Funky Dog Improv.
- Vibe to some live music at places like Ember & Oak, Mainstreet, Pub, and Whiskey Business.
- Sing your hearts out at karaoke at The Salty Fox or Iron Oak Post
- Enjoy a romantic picnic. You can DIY it or enlist the help of a local picnic company such as A Picnic Affair.
Places to Eat in South Brevard
Enjoy a meal for two during your date! There are too many great restaurants in South Brevard to list them all, but here are some suggestions to get you started!
- Enjoy a delicious meal indoors in the tavern, outside in the garden, or on the rooftop terrace at The Mansion.
- Squid Lips offers beach seating with a beautiful river view and delicious seafood.
- Intracoastal Brewery is located in the heart of the Eau Gallie Arts District serving craft beer to the Space Coast.
- Have a drink and enjoy an Irish-inspired meal at Meg O'Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub.
- Crush XI in downtown Melbourne is a "hip gathering place serving up rustic-urban food, unique specialty wines, craft beers, and quality hand-crafted cocktails".
- Ember & Oak, located in downtown Melbourne, is a modern steakhouse with a fun tapas-style twist.
- Located on the river, Yellow Dog Cafe offers seafood, steak, and other local favorites!
- Backwater is known for its unique decor, delicious southern food, and fun griddle tables!
- Palm Shores Bistro offers outdoor seating with a river view along with delicious food.
- Too Cool Cafe offers delicious food made with fresh, high-quality ingredients in a comfortable fun environment.
I hope this list inspires you to try out a new activity in South Brevard and helps you to have fun and reconnect with your partner or friends. If you have ideas to add to this list or would like to see your business featured, please let me know at alisone@macaronikid.com.
