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Once you’ve bought a romantic gift for February 14, it is now time to find cute Valentines Day ideas for a date.

According to the National Retail Federation, Americans will spend $3.7 billion for an evening out on Valentine’s Day. Let’s face it — going out to eat on February 14th at a fancy restaurant might sound romantic, but it is too expensive.

Luckily, there are some options so that you can have a good date on February 14 while maintaining your budget. These options will work for first dates Valentines and they’re great examples of Valentine’s Day ideas 2018.

Here are 13 low cost and cute Valentines Day ideas for the perfect date:

1. Bowling

Some bowling alleys offer special deals on February 14, so you might as well take advantage of them for a special kind of V-Day date.

2. Play At An Arcade

Arcades can bring out the fun in almost any situation. If both of you are gamers, this would be a perfect date. The cost is only what you pay for each game.

3. Rollerskating

This is the perfect activity for this time of the year. And the price to roller skate is reasonably affordable.

4. Visit An Antique Store

If you’re both into history and culture, then you should visit a well-known antique store on Valentine’s Day. And unless you’re buying something, the entire experience won’t cost you a dime.

5. Board Games

Generally speaking, board games are what some people do on “boring” dates, but you could try to spice things up on Valentine’s Day. Twister, anyone?

6. Happy Hour

A Happy Hour date works well when Valentine’s Day falls on a weekday. You can check out a local bar that you both like, or you can visit a brand new bar. And because it is Happy Hour, you’re paying reduced drink prices.

7. Movies

During the week, there might be discounted movie tickets. And if there’s a romantic film playing, you’re all set.

8. Cooking

Eating out can get expensive, but eating in can result in a more affordable date. Plus, there’s the experience of cooking food together that can also be romantic.

9. Comedy Night

Unless you’re seeing a big name act, comedy shows during the week are generally low-cost. And they also make for a fun date.

10. Yoga

Yoga is a great way to relax and have some fun. Sign up for a yoga class together, and you’ll have a great date on Valentine’s Day.

11. Trivia Night

Whether you’re staying in and playing trivia or going to a bar during the week for trivia, you can make your special night one that goes beyond just trivial pursuits.

12. Planetarium

Planetariums provide both an exciting and an educational setting for your date. It will surely be a Valentine’s Day that you’ll never forget.

13. One Of The Cute Valentines Day Ideas — Netflix and Chill

Hey, it’s one of the most popular things to do when you’re dating someone. So you might as well include it as an option for February 14.