By Savannah Turbett

When you think of date night, you might think of dinner and a movie. But in Flint & Genesee, there are several activities couples can do to shake up date night.

Here are five unique date ideas for couples in Flint & Genesee.

THROW AN AXE

A recent trend, Axe Throwing facilities have been popping up around the country. In Genesee County, couples can enjoy a night of axe throwing at Spymaker Axe Throwing on Center Road in Burton. Spymaker Games has a variety of specials running each month. Visit its website for more details.

LEARN TO COOK

Take a class at Feast Cooking School in Fenton. Cooking together is a great way to bond as a couple. Feast has a variety of cooking classes throughout the week including West African cooking, weeknight Chinese, and traditional Indian. You can find a full listing of cooking classes on its website.

PAINT TOGETHER

Paint and pour classes have been popular for a few years now and in Flint & Genesee there are multiple places to enjoy the fun. Paints, Chalices & Hues in Flint offers a variety of events throughout the year. In Fenton, Painting with a Twist has great classes for friends or couples.

SKATE THE NIGHT AWAY

One fun date night idea is a night at Rollhaven Skating Center. The local roller skating venue isn’t just for kids, it hosts a number of Adult Skate Nights throughout the year for some date night fun. Learn more on its website.

PLAY A GAME

A game night out is a unique way to spend some quality time. At Card Table Republic, a board game lounge in Davison, couples can play over 900 games including Ticket To Ride, Catan, and Cards Against Humanity. Go as a couple or join some friends for some great fun.

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