If you are looking for a great date idea in Medicine Hat, have no fear, there are plenty of options without having to leave the city. Immerse yourselves in the vibrant history of the area while checking out the largest teepee in the world, Saamis Tepee, or watching a movie at the oldest theatre in all of Canada, Monarch Theatre. Enjoy some fantastic food at Redwood Steakhouse & Bar, or go for a brewery tour! No matter what you choose, you and your date will be able to create memories to last a lifetime in Medicine Hat.
- If you’ve never been on a brewery tour it should definitely be on your bucket list. And what better way to scratch it off your list than on a fun date? Hell’s Basement Brewery is one of the best, and you can easily book a tour with them. While you are there make sure to try out one or two of their delicious beers.
- Thai Orchid Room offers authentic Thai cuisine served in a stylish way. Not only is the food at Thai Orchid Room absolutely amazing, but the atmosphere is a blend between cozy and romantic. This is a fantastic choice for a romantic dinner with the one you love.
- With a bit of a darker theme, Hostage Escape Room takes you into a seemingly real life situation. Imagine being taken hostage because you and your friends are suspected of knowing too much about an imminent terrorist attack. You guys have been left alone for exactly one hour. Do you have the skills to escape in time?
- The Market @ Medalta: Have a night out at the market. Enjoy the cash bar and live music, and get something for your date from the unique products showcased at the market!
- Redwood Steakhouse & Bar is a fantastic restaurant with a calming and relaxing atmosphere. The modern decor makes the room as attractive as the food. Executive Chef Tim Schorno’s menu includes such specialities as Lobster Corndogs and Banana Bread Foster. The selection at Redwood Steakhouse & Bar is extensive and sure to suite the palette of even the pickiest date you might have.
- If a typical movie theatre is a little too boring for you, why not take your date to the Monarch Theatre? The Monarch Theatre is the oldest operational movie theatre in all of Canada! This movie theatre is just one single screen, and they show a combination of new, unique, and classic movies.
- At VR Junkies you and your date can be put into the same simulation so you can play the ultimate fantasy games together.
- The Beefeater Steak House is a family run restaurant that has been offering the finest cuts of Alberta Beef to Medicine Hat patrons for almost 40 years. The food at The Beefeater is mouth wateringly delicious. The service is outstanding. Add to that the elegant decor with cozy fireplace and this may just be your new go to date night restaurant.
- Join for a pottery class or take the 2 hour “Play in the Mud” course or join for a guided tour of the historic tile factory at the Medalta Museum.
- Alberta Massage & Spa: There is nothing more romantic than spending a relaxing day at the spa with your loved one. The Valentine’s Day package at Alberta Massage & Spa will leave you both so relaxed and refreshed you will feel like new people. The package includes two 60 minute Japanese Hot Stone Massages, two 75 minute deluxe spa pedicures, and two 60 minute ultimate spa manicures.
- Not only Ralph’s Texas Bar & Steakhouse have amazing food and nightly drink specials, but it also has great entertainment. Ralph’s is a fantastic place to bring a date and enjoy live music. Some nights they bring in different musical talents while other nights they have a live dj. Whatever night you choose to go, you and your date will be highly entertained.
- Another fantastic spa option for couples who want to relax together is the Hummingbird Medi Spa. With options like Romantic Moments Take 1 and Take 2, couples have their choice of hot stone or relaxation massages. Whether this is your whole date or just the very best way to start or finish one, you will not regret your hour at Hummingbird Medi Spa.
- The Canalta Centre is Medicine Hat’s premiere entertainment venue. Whatever top performances are taking place in Medicine Hat, they will most likely be happening here. Take your date to this state of the art facility to enjoy the latest concerts, hockey games, sporting events, comedy acts, and more.
- Spending dates outdoors is a great option, and Windmill Garden Centre is a fantastic location to stroll through, relax, enjoy the sounds and smells of nature.
- Riverside Veterans’ Memorial Park is a beautiful formal park.The perfect location for a romantic picnic dinner for two. Right along the South Saskatchewan River, this park is a fantastic place to come and relax. The beautiful gardens in the park really add to the romantic atmosphere.
- After strolling through one of the many parks in the city on a hot summer evening, there’s nothing more satisfying than enjoying a cold one with the love of your life. The Medicine Hat Brewing Company has a delicious and satisfying selection of craft beer, and has just recently added food to their already delicious menu.
- Part Museum, part theatre, the Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre is a great place to take a date to see top performances in Medicine Hat. Since it is also home to many art exhibits throughout the year you can also take your date to check out the exhibits. From artwork from international artists, to photography displays, to craft exhibits, and more you could spend hours checking out the displays.
- There is something romantic about strolling hand in hand through a friendly and exciting farmers market. Whether just window shopping or looking for a farm fresh dinner idea, the time spent bonding at the farmers market is well worth it. The Medicine Hat Farmers’ Market runs from May through October at the Cypress Centre and is always free to browse around!
- Join for a pottery class or take the 2 hour “Play in the Mud” course or join for a guided tour of the historic tile factory at the Medalta Museum.
- Sometimes you need a date that brings out the child in you. Fun N Gamez Central is fun for all ages. Try your luck with the arcade and fair type games and win your date a prize that will serve as a memory of your fun and fancy free date for years to come.
- Mr. E’s Solve-it-torium is a great place to go on a double or triple date. Working together to beat the 45 minute time limit will definitely bring you all closer. Find clues, complete puzzles, solve riddles, and hopefully, escape the room in time! There are multiple rooms to choose from, making it a great place to come back time and time again.
- If a 45 minute time limit doesn’t seem quite enough, maybe you would prefer an extra 15 minutes? Countdown Adventures gives you one hour to escape from one of their themed rooms by solving riddles, clues, and puzzles. With multiple rooms to choose from and changes taking place on a regular basis, participants can come back as often as they want without ever getting bored!
- Mini golf is another one of those tried and true date experiences. What could be more fun than trying to get your ball through windmills or over water features? Hooplas Family Entertainment Centre revolves around their extraordinary 18 hole mini golf course. This course is the perfect balance of challenging and fun, and once your done, treat yourself and your loved one to a sweet treat from the sweet shop.
- The annual Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede is a perfect date night, date day, or even date week experience! With nightly shows, a parade, a rodeo, visual arts, a midway, live music, and more you could take something different in every single day during the event, which takes place at the end of July each year.
- There are endless possibilities to date night at Panorama Lanes. Of course you could bowl the night away with your choice of 5-pin or 10-pin bowling lanes, even adding some glow to the fun on Friday and Saturday nights.Once you are done with bowling check out the multiple flat screen tvs and pool tables! The nightly drink and food specials mean you can spend your entire date at Panorama Lanes without ever having to leave!
- Sometimes the most simple dates are just what the your relationship needs. Dinner and a movie is always a safe bet, and at Galaxy Cinemas you have the choice of regular, 3D, prime seats, ultraAVX, and more.