You don’t have to spend a fortune on a night out. The fact is, that cheaper is often a lot more fun. Spending a lot of money usually means that you will be doing the same thing again and again; the obligatory meal in the good restaurant and then maybe take in a show.

A quick call to your local trade of commerce or a look online should bring up a host of activities or events in your locality which either cost only a couple of bucks or are free. This is especially good in the summer as you can attend outdoor theater shows or concerts.

Due to the current economic clime, there are some real bargains to be had on theater and movies tickets during off peak times. It surely makes sense to be able to have 2 nights out midweek than just 1 on a Saturday. You get to spend more time together and save money.

Why not combine your date with taking some physical activity. Go on a long bicycle ride down one of the trails, or dig out your old tennis racket and head for the local park and have a few games on the free courts.

Hours of fun can even be had in the backyard with one of those cheap badminton sets that you take with you when you go camping.

Although we have shown you how to have some great nights out on the cheap, there are times when the costs will go up unavoidably. The likes of a cab fare or the price of gas or even paying for a sitter all adds up. Why not have some great cheap nights in instead?

If you have young kids wait until after they are in bed, older kids can be bribed to stay out of the way with extra computer time etc. Then why not have a romantic picnic on the living room floor, or out in the yard?

Grab every opportunity to spend time alone with your partner without the distractions of kids; TV, cell phones etc. Those times are vital in every relationship.

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