Regina is a beautiful city, even in winter. If you are your significant other are looking for some fun date activities to do outside this chilly season, you’re in luck! Here are 25 outdoor winter date ideas to check out in the lovely city of Regina.
Go for a Romantic Hayride at Fenek Farms
Is there anything more fun or romantic than a hayride? Visit Fenek Farms just 10 minutes north of Regina and bundle up for a fun ride! You and your partner will love it.
Address: Fenek Farms
Cost: Prices vary, call for information.
Skate at Victoria Park
Combine romance with a winter classic by lacing up your skates and hitting the ice. Victoria Park has a beautiful outdoor rink that makes for a fun afternoon or evening. It’s a great place to spend a few hours with your date!
Address: Victoria Park
Go Fat biking
Do you and your significant other like a challenge? Fat biking around Regina is a great way to get some exercise and really test your endurance. Fat biking with your date is also a great way to bond! If you don’t have your own bike, you can rent a couple from Dutch Cycle or Western Cycle.
Take a Romantic Walk at Wascana Lake
Bundle up and join hands as you explore Regina’s incredible Wascana Lake. With pathed walking paths and gorgeous scenery, this part of Regina isn’t lacking in romance. At night, the walkways are lit up, making it even more romantic!
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Catch a Flick at Moonlight Movies Drive-In
Pack up your car and bundle up for a romantic movie night with your date. Located just 10 minutes outside Regina, this is a great date night activity even in winter. Check out their Facebook page for upcoming showings!
Address: Rodeo Grounds Pilot Butte
Cost: $20 – $30 per car
Night Ski
If you and your significant other are fond of skiing, you’ll want to join the Regina Ski Club. Pack your skis and hit the slopes at well-groomed trails! Cross-country skiing is a great way to explore the area while getting in some exercise. For a romantic night time ski, hit the White Butte trails.
Cost: $70.00 for two people
Go on a Scavenger Hunt
This is a super fun date idea if you’re up for a little adventure! Let’s Roam has a bunch of fun scavenger hunts that you can do around the city. Learn more about the history of the Queen City while having an amazing time with your significant other!
Cost: $51.94 for 2 people
Enjoy a walk at A.E. Wilson Park
This beautiful park in Regina makes for a great romantic walk. Explore the trails and spend some time stretching your legs. You can even go in the evening to watch the sunset!
Address: 7 Avenue
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Go Tobogganing at Mount Pleasant Sports Park
Tobogganing is a classic Canadian winter activity. It’s also a great thing to do with your date! Hit the sledding hill at Mount Pleasant Sports Park and spend a few hours getting your adrenaline going.
Address: 750 Winnipeg St.
Visit White Butte Trails
Whether you and your date want to go for a hike, snowshoeing, or skiing, White Butte Trails is the place to go. Explore these beautiful trails however you choose and expect a few hours of fun. You can never go wrong by getting out into nature!
Explore the Grounds of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building
This beautiful building makes for a great date spot no matter the weather. Grab your date and check out the grounds. It’s a great location for couple pictures.
Address: 2405 Legislative Dr.
Check out Downtown Regina
This vibrant part of the city is a great place to spend some time exploring. You and your date can check out the shops and restaurants and spend some time people-watching. The perfect option for a more low-key date idea!
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Look at Some Public Art
The Wascana Centre has more than just walking trails. If you and your significant other are art buffs, spend some time checking out the public art at this nature centre! You’ll have a great time learning about the art and the artists.
Visit the Albert Street Promenade
If you’re interested in some shoreline views with your beau, hit up the Albert Street Promenade. First built to help re-direct pedestrian traffic, this walkway is now a beautiful place to go for a stroll. Take a look at the monuments that line it, and enjoy a relaxing stroll!
Head to the Warehouse District
This historic partof Regina is full of things to do. You’ll be able to do a bit of shopping, and try some of the food and drink at the various restaurants. The area is also full of interesting architecture to check out!
Hike the Trans Canada Trail
If you and your partner are active people, then hiking along the Trans Canada Trail could be a fun date idea! In the winter, the snow will give you an extra challenge. It’s also a good opportunity for some cross-country skiing if that’s what the two of you prefer.
Reconnect with Nature and Go Bird-Watching
Bird-watchingis a fun, relaxing activity. You and your date will be able to get to know the bird species in the area! Nature Saskatchewan has a lot of great resources if you and your significant other want to learn more about bird-watching.
Toboggan at French Hill Park
You just can’t go wrong with a classic tobogganing date! French Hill Park in Regina has a great tobogganing hill. Grab your date, dress warm, and see how fast you can go!
Address: McIntosh St.
Challenge Each Other on a Winter Run
For all sporty couples, the Winter Warrior Challenge is a great way to get active this winter while engaging in a little friendly competition! You and your significant other can sign up to run this challenge and see who can get the best mileage. It’s a great way to get some exercise in even in the winter!
Cost: Free to Register
Go Cross-Country Skiing
Regina is home to plenty of cross-country skiing trails, including near the Saskatchewan Science Centre! Grab your skis and hit the trails with your significant other. The trails are well-groomed and make for great exploration.
Address: 2903 Powerhouse Dr.
Explore the Grounds of the Holy Rosary Cathedral
This stunning Cathedral is just as beautiful outside as it is inside. It’s also a beautiful location for couple pictures. Walk through the grounds with your date and admire its history together.
Address: 3125 13th ave.
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Check Out Wandering Wednesdays
Nature Regina puts up great guides on Wednesdays for Regina areas to explore. You and your partner can take a look at the latest recommendations and head out for yourselves. Who knows—you may even find your new favourite trail doing this!
Go Skating at Echo Valley
Located just outside of the city, Echo Valley has a fantastic skating trail. You and your significant other will have a great time skating along the ice and exploring the area. Dress warm, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife in the area!
Explore Regina’s Public Art
There are plenty of outdoor art installationsall over Regina. You and your significant other can tour the city by visiting these installations. See how many you can find, and don’t forget to take pictures!
Go for a Walk Through Les Sherman Park
This beautiful park in Regina’s Cathedral neighbourhood is a fantastic place for a romantic stroll. The walking trails are beautiful, and you’ll love how the creek looks when it’s complemented by the white of the snow. If you want to keep on walking, you can easily access the Kiwanis Park trails from here.
Address: 2450 Pasqua St.
An Enjoyable Day
Head over to the Echo Vally Provincial Park to spend a wonderful day with your sweetheart. Enjoy a wonderful time skating together at the Aspen Campground. Or rent snowshoes and check out the trails, zoom across the trails on a ski, take beautiful pictures set against a winter landscape, and more.