20 Fun Spring Date Ideas for Teenagers (Budget-Friendly)
By Varun Pahwa • January 11, 2026
When I was a teenager, spring was always my favorite season for dates. The weather’s perfect, everything’s blooming, and you don’t need much money to have an amazing time together.
So this one’s for all my beautiful young readers planning their spring dates. I’ve put together 20 fun, budget-friendly date ideas that’ll give you all the cute photos and dreamy moments without breaking the bank.
20 Cheap Spring Date Ideas For Teens
Couples’ photo booth sessions with props
💰 Cost: $5-10
⏱️ Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour
✨ Vibe: Fun, silly, memorable
👥 Best For: First dates, anniversary celebrations, group dates
💡 PRO TIPS:
- Look for photo booths at malls, arcades, or movie theaters.
- Bring your own props (sunglasses, hats, signs) to save money.
- Keep the photo strips as cute keepsakes or stick them in your phone case.
Instagram-worthy location photoshoot date (graffiti art, spring blooms)
💰 Cost: Free
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Aesthetic, creative, trendy
👥 Best For: Couples who love content creation, Instagram enthusiasts
PRO TIPS:
- Scout locations beforehand. (colorful walls, graffiti, murals, cherry blossom trees, tulip gardens, spring flower fields)
- Golden hour (sunset time) gives the best lighting.
- Use Pinterest for pose inspiration before you go.
- Take advantage of spring blooms as natural backdrops. They’re only here for a few weeks!
Making bracelets for each other
💰 Cost: $5-15
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Cute, crafty, sentimental
👥 Best For: Intimate one on one dates, creative couples
PRO TIPS:
- Hit up dollar stores or craft stores for cheap beads.
- Choose each other’s favorite colors for a personal touch.
- Make matching sets.
- Add charms or letter beads to spell out initials.
- Keep them as relationship keepsakes you can wear every day.
Build-a-Bear dates
💰 Cost: $15-30
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Nostalgic, adorable, playful
👥 Best For: Couples who aren’t afraid to be silly, anniversary gifts
💡 PRO TIPS:
- Build bears for each other instead of yourselves.
- Record the heart ceremony for a cute TikTok moment.
- Add voice recordings inside the bears with special messages.
- Dress your bears in matching outfits.
Dessert dates (ice cream, donuts, spring flavor tastings)
💰 Cost: $5-15
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Sweet, casual, delicious
👥 Best For: First dates, casual hangouts, spontaneous plans
PRO TIPS:
- Try a dessert crawl and hit 2-3 different spots in one date.
- Share everything so you can taste more flavors.
- Look for aesthetic cafes with cute interiors for background photos.
- Challenge each other to try spring-inspired flavors (strawberry, lavender, lemon, matcha)
- Many places debut seasonal spring flavors. Perfect excuse for a tasting date!
Cherry blossom viewing and walks
💰 Cost: Free
⏱️ Duration: 1-3 hours
✨ Vibe: Romantic, dreamy, Instagram-perfect
👥 Best For: Photography lovers, nature enthusiasts, romantic dates
PRO TIPS:
- Go during golden hour for the most magical lighting .
- Bring a blanket and have an impromptu picnic under the trees.
- Wear light-colored or pastel outfits to complement the pink blossoms.
Thrift store shopping and styling each other
💰 Cost: $10-30
⏱️ Duration: 2-3 hours
✨ Vibe: Creative, adventurous
👥 Best For: Fashion lovers, couples who like trying new things
PRO TIPS:
- Set a spending limit before you go in.
- Pick out the most ridiculous outfits for each other first.
- Actually try on what your date picks. (that’s the fun part)
Alphabet dating
💰 Cost: Varies
⏱️ Duration: 2-4 hours
✨ Vibe: Spontaneous, unique, adventurous
👥 Best For: Long-term couples, people who want to try something different
PRO TIPS:
- Use a random letter generator app to pick your date letter.
- Plan dates based on activities, foods, or locations that start with that letter.
- Keep a list of what letters you’ve done.
Roller skating or rollerblading
💰 Cost: $10-20 (including rentals)
⏱️ Duration: 2-3 hours
✨ Vibe: Retro, active, nostalgic
👥 Best For: Active couples, people who like throwback vibes
PRO TIPS:
- Look for cheap skate nights at local rinks. (often $5-10)
- Rent skates there or bring your own if you have them.
- Hold hands while skating for cute couple moments.
- Spring weather is perfect for outdoor skating on trails or boardwalks if you have your own skates.
Kite flying in the park
💰 Cost: $5-15
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Playful, nostalgic, carefree
👥 Best For: Sunny spring days, couples who love being outdoors
PRO TIPS:
- Decorate a plain kite together before flying it for a crafty touch.
- Film slow-motion videos of the kites in the sky for aesthetic content.
Picnics with aesthetic setups (fairy lights, blankets, themed food)
💰 Cost: $10-20
⏱️ Duration: 2-3 hours
✨ Vibe: Romantic, aesthetic, peaceful
👥 Best For: Sunset dates, Instagram content, intimate conversations
PRO TIPS:
- Bring a vintage blanket or tablecloth for the base.
- Add fairy lights or LED candles if you’re staying past sunset.
- Use a wicker basket for extra aesthetic points.
- Pack a light jacket or blanket in case of cooler spring evenings.
- Choose a spot near blooming flowers or trees for extra spring vibes.
Flower farm visits (tulips – very Instagrammable)
💰 Cost: $5-15
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Dreamy, colorful, Instagram gold
👥 Best For: Spring and summer dates, flower lovers, photographers
PRO TIPS:
- Look for tulip farms in spring.
- Wear flowy dresses or light colored outfits for the best photos.
- Bring a polaroid camera for instant keepsake photos.
DIY flower crown making
💰 Cost: $10-20
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Whimsical, creative, boho
👥 Best For: Crafty couples, festival prep, aesthetic photoshoots
PRO TIPS:
- Get floral wire and tape from a craft store.
- Pick flowers in each other’s favorite colors.
Bike rides to scenic destinations
💰 Cost: Free
⏱️ Duration: 1-3 hours
✨ Vibe: Active, adventurous, refreshing
👥 Best For: Morning or evening dates, nature lovers, active couples
PRO TIPS:
- Plan a route to a cute destination. (park, cafe, viewpoint, spring flower trail)
- Bring a backpack with water and snacks for pit stops.
- Stop along the way for scenic photo opportunities. Spring blooms make incredible backdrops.
- Pack a portable speaker for good vibes while riding.
Bowling
💰 Cost: $10-20
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Classic, competitive, fun
👥 Best For: Rainy day dates, group dates, casual hangouts
PRO TIPS:
- Look for discount nights. (many places do cheap bowling on weekdays)
- Make it interesting with a small bet. (loser buys ice cream after)
Go-karting
💰 Cost: $15-30
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Adrenaline rush, competitive, exciting
👥 Best For: Thrill seekers, competitive couples, group dates
PRO TIPS:
- Look for Groupon deals to save money on tickets.
- Film each other racing for funny reaction videos.
- Loser buys the winner their favorite snack after.
Rock climbing walls
💰 Cost: $10-25
⏱️ Duration: 1-3 hours
✨ Vibe: Adventurous, active, trust-building
👥 Best For: Athletic couples, people who like challenges
PRO TIP:
- Wear comfortable athletic clothes you can move in.
Escape rooms (great for group dates)
💰 Cost: $15-30 per person
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Thrilling, teamwork-focused, mind-bending
👥 Best For: Group dates, problem solvers, mystery lovers
PRO TIPS:
- Go with another couple to split the cost.
- Choose a theme you both find interesting. (horror, mystery, adventure)
- Many places offer student discounts on weekdays.
Spring festival or carnival dates
💰 Cost: $15-30
⏱️ Duration: 2-4 hours
✨ Vibe: Fun, festive, nostalgic
👥 Best For: Group dates, couples who love rides and games
PRO TIPS:
- Look for local spring fairs, cherry blossom festivals, or street carnivals.
- Win each other stuffed animals at game booths for cute keepsakes.
- Dress comfy as you’ll be walking around a lot!
Coffee/café dates with aesthetic drinks
💰 Cost: $5-15
⏱️ Duration: 1-2 hours
✨ Vibe: Cozy, relaxed, Instagram worthy
👥 Best For: First dates, study dates, rainy day plans
PRO TIPS:
- Bring a book or play card games to make it last longer.
- Look for cafes with outdoor patio seating. Spring weather is perfect for sitting outside.
- Ask about seasonal spring drink specials (lavender lattes, strawberry refreshers)
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Varun Pahwa
Hey there! I’m Varun, founder of Uprisehigh.com. I’m committed to helping people through relationship problems and general life issues so they never feel alone.
While not blogging, you’ll find me lifting weights, spending time in solitude, seeking life’s answers or enjoying time with close ones.
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