Toronto, the city is growing colder, but your heart is not! Finding the perfect winter date idea in and around the city does not have to be a chore, it can be the start of a warm, cozy, homegrown love story.
Whether you decide to skate hand-in-hand, sip hot chocolate under Christmas market lights, or share some competitive laughs over classic arcade games, winter in the city is still a season for romance.
Bundle up and check out these five winter date ideas to keep the loving spark alive, even when it’s freezing outside.
SKATING
You are going to need your ice blades, winter coats, and mittens for this one!
Nothing says winter in the city quite like skating at Nathan Phillips Square, the Bentway, or College Park. Take the opportunity to learn something new together, glide hand-in-hand underneath Toronto’s iconic arches, and warm up with a classic hot chocolate from a nearby café.
Pro tip: check the locations website for on-site skate rentals and opening day(s), and remember, it is okay to fall!
PAR-TEE PUTT
Address: 26 Duncan St.
Do date night, but make it glow!
PAR-TEE PUTT Golf Club, located in the city’s downtown core, offers a round (or three) of indoor mini golf paired with a side of cocktails, music, and playful banter for those looking for a fun date indoors. While someone might lose the cute, competitive title, everyone wins when laughs and love are involved.
And the best part? PAR-TEE PUTT offers a date night special every Monday!
To learn more about PAR-TEE PUTT, date night specials, and other offerings, head to their website.
DISTILLERY WINTER VILLAGE
Address: 55 Mill St.
What is a winter date without the Distillery’s historic annual event?
Hit the Distillery Historic District to witness the wonders of the annual Winter Village, where cobblestone streets, local artisans, and festive treats come together to create a dreamy first date. Share a bite, wander beneath the twinkly lights, snap a photo to remember the night, and wrap up your date near the heart of this seasonal haven.
ZED*80 ARCADE BAR
Address: 185 Danforth Ave.
Start or end your night at Zed*80 in the city’s east end, one of the largest vintage arcade bars in Toronto. This retro date spot offers a quaint, intimate space to bond and battle over nostalgic video and arcade games. With daily deals, a tasty food and drink menu, and an impressive list of classics, this location puts a retro spin on a lovers classic.
The best part? All games are on free play!
Head over to the Zed*80 website to learn more.
SNOW TUBING AT LAKERIDGE RESORT
Address: 790 Chalk Lake Rd., Uxbridge
If you and your date are thrill-seekers and outdoor adventurists, this one is for you!Head outside of the city to Lakeridge Resort, a ski, snowboard, and tubing destination, for an adrenaline-charged snow-tubing date. Share a tube, take a solo run, race down the hill, or warm up with a cozy cocoa break in the lodge. The choice is yours!
