46 Best Date Ideas in Singapore (More than Just Food & Drink!) [2026]

This is a super cute one! Learn to paint a mini tingkat, those adorable stacked food containers, under the guidance of a local Perankan artist. It's a fun way to learn about Peranakan culture, try a traditional craft, and bring home a beautiful, meaningful souvenir.

At this secret pizza club, not only do you get to make your own pizza in a handcrafted brick oven, you'll get yummy pizza & beers to enjoy at the end of the session! You'll raise the fire using sustainably sourced firewood, make your own dough, and top it off with yummy toppings! Perfect for new and old couples who love food and something super unique.

Chocolate lovers, unite! This private chocolate making session is a winner if you want to learn something new and indulge your sweet tooth. You'll actually go through the whole process of roasting cacao beans and making your own chocolate bar. But the best part? It's private + you'll do it all in a quirky desert-themed bar. It's unexpected, delicious, and just plain fun.

Imagine a date filled with laughter and creativity as you become scent wizards. Learn from expert perfumers, sniff out wild aromas, and design a custom perfume that's as unique as your bond. Want it to smell like a cozy bookstore or your fave spicy dish? Go for it! This date is all about the fun and unexpected. 👃✨

For a truly hands-on date, this cozy silversmithing class is where it's at. You'll learn to use real tools, experiment with techniques, and create your own gorgeous silver jewelry from scratch. It's a bit unexpected, super satisfying, and the fact that it's tucked away in Joo Chiat adds to the charm. Definitely a date with a story behind it!

A super cosy space, this rooftop pottery studio is the perfect date spot to spend a chill afternoon. Listen to the low hum of the potter's wheel, sink your hands into smooth wet clay, and create something beautiful (or wonky!) together. Fun fact? The seriously gorgeous pieces used by the Ritz Carlton is from this very studio!

Love coffee and brunch? Ditch the cafe and roast your own coffee! See coffee plants, roast beans over a fire, grind them by hand, and experiment with brewing styles. Plus, enjoy a delicious bagel and churro brunch – it's coffee meets bagel, for real!

This cool spot (with rescued bees!) exudes London speakeasy vibes, and will earn you brownie points for being in the know. At this urban farm experience, learn about organic farming, put on your bee suits to meet the honey bees, and indulge in a honey tasting session with the most unusual honey from around the world. End off the evening with house cocktails!

Bake your own baguettes, indulge in a charcuterie board, and enjoy the sunset views - the perfect date! This is a hands-on French baguette workshop where you'll learn how to make baguettes is led by a French chef in his own home. Once they’re out of the oven, enjoy a sunset apéritif together with a curated cheese and charcuterie platter, and panoramic city views.

If you’re looking for a date that feels a little more meaningful, this unique pottery experience just might be what you're searching for. You'll immerse yourself in the philosophy of Kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired using powdered gold - a gentle reminder that broken things and broken moments in life can still become something beautiful.

Celebrate a proposal or anniversary in style! Enjoy a private 4-hour yacht trip to Lazarus Island with a delicious 2-course meal, wine, and stunning MBS skyline views at night. Catch your own fish for dinner (optional)!

This gin tasting takes you behind-the-scenes of Singapore’s first gin distillery. After realising Singapore had no spirit to call its own, Jamie spent years researching, developing and finally creating Singapore’s very own dry gin made from Southeast Asian botanicals. You’ll taste a flight of locally crafted gins, then mix your own Singapore Sling using gin made right here in Singapore, and learn the story behind it.

Whether you dream of mastering fancy drinks for parties or just want a fun, interactive date, this cocktail workshop is a winner. Learn bartending tricks, the history behind those tasty drinks, and best of all, craft three cocktails from scratch, each chosen to highlight a different technique: shaking, stirring, and building. We also love the space! It's a cosy scent bar-restaurant that’s perfect for rolling straight into dinner. Oh and if your date likes scents, they also have a pretty cool a pretty cool scented-cocktail twist too!

This is definitely one of the more unique and obscure date ideas we have - a terrarium in a lamp = a glowing moss lamp! Create your own magical moss world with preserved moss, figurines, and natural textures. When you’re done, you’ll have a glow-up terrarium.

If you’ve ever been curious about sake but had no idea where to start, this cosy pre-dinner sake tasting is the perfect way. Sip your way through 5 premium sakes from top Japanese breweries, including rare finds that are hard to come by in Singapore.

We love that this is intimate, laid-back, and fully customisable to match your experience level and flavour preferences. They also serve light bites, so it's great for a pre-dinner snack!

We love Ubin - it makes us feel like we're travelling back in time. For nature lovers, kayaking among the secluded mangroves of Ubin is super special as it feels like you're getting a proper getaway from the bustle of Singapore. Perfect for couples who are looking for something fun on the weekends! (Ps: you can bring doggo too!)

Who hasn't secretly wanted a super-cool custom skateboard? This skateboard jamming workshop is all about turning your ideas into reality. Blank decks, tons of paint, even light-up wheels...it's the perfect mix of playfulness and practicality. Don't worry if you're not an artist – the instructors will get those creative juices flowing!

Want a magical surprise date? A secret rooftop garden awaits! ✨ Enjoy your own private movie under the stars, complete with comfy seating, a projector, and your favorite Netflix shows. Cheers with 3 cocktails each, and bring a picnic or have food delivered for an unforgettable night.

If you love tea, you'll love this private Omakase-style tea tasting that takes you on a journey across the world - from earthy Chinese oolongs to floral Japanese brews. Your Seek Sophie host has spent years travelling Asia and Europe, visiting hidden tea rooms, taking spontaneous lessons from local brewers and collecting rare teas along the way. In her cosy home, she’ll select and serve teas - some familiar with a twist, others designed to gently push your palate and expand how you experience tea.

Spend a really fun afternoon at a private pottery class led by a creative designer in a lush, inspiring backyard setting. Forget basic bowls – this is your chance to create truly unique, personalised ceramic pieces. Imagine plates with your furbabies, quirky sloth-shaped planters, or anything your heart desires! It's an intimate, hands-on experience that leaves you with a one-of-a-kind keepsake. ✨

Ever wondered what it's like to be a tattoo artist? This is Singapore's first tattoo art jam workshop, guided by real tattoo artists who will teach you how to use a real rotary gun and the art of linework and shading. At the end, you'll bring home your very own masterpiece inked right on a sheet of faux skin (which would also be perfect as a coaster)!

Learn how to make your own sake from the founders of Singapore's first and only Sake brewery! What's cool is that the team uses unconventional ingredients - from black glutinous rice to chrysanthemum, to reimagine what sake can be while still honouring the fundamentals. You’ll taste sake, learn about the brewing process and of course, make your own sake mash!

How about a date with crabs and starfish? Weird, we know! But Singapore's got hidden beaches teeming with bizarrely adorable sea creatures. Wildlife buff in tow? Score major points with a guided adventure through this underwater world! Think tide pools, fascinating facts, and a whole new appreciation for our island's wild side.

If your date is into watches, this is THE experience to do. This is a mechanical watch movement assembly class in Singapore, personally led by a Swiss Master Watchmaker with over 30 years of experience (including 16 years at Audemars Piguet!).

You’ll assemble a working mechanical movement - the tiny engine that makes a watch tick using gears and springs. At the end, you’ll take it home with you to admire, tinker with, or even use to build your own watch someday.

Upgrade your date night with private dining! Imagine dining in someone's gorgeous home, savoring food that outshines any restaurant, all with quirky, welcoming hosts ready to share stories. This is a date night upgrade – intimate, delicious, and something you'll be talking about for ages!

Sketch and design your own Batik design on a wooden coaster or cheeseboard. Learn traditional Indonesian techniques, from waxing with the tjanting tool to basic dye painting, and enjoy the calming, creative process together. By the end, you’ll have a beautiful food-safe piece food-safe to show off at your next dinner party!

Design your own totally unique paper shoot camera – it's the perfect mix of retro vibes and creative fun. 🤩 Paint, personalize, and snap quirky, film-like photos afterward! Think of it as a super cool, reusable alternative to disposables. Bonus: bragging rights for crafting the coolest camera around 😉

If your date is a candle junkie (like us), this is an amazing treat! At this candle workshop, you'll not only learn how to make your own candle, you'll learn how to mix and match essential oils to get the exact scent that you've been looking for. And, each time you light up your customised candle, you'll think of each other 🤩 

Build your own furniture for your home & make it a date! Woodworking is surprisingly meditative. Use cool tools, choose your wood, and craft your own cheeseboard! Work solo or as a team – either way, this hands-on experience is surprisingly hot!

For a date that’s creative and a little edgy, try this taxidermy workshop. Led by a zoologist and former WWF conservationist, you'll learn about butterflies and their role in nature before crafting your own framed butterfly artwork. Every specimen is ethically sourced (donated by butterfly farms and research centres) so this is a meaningful way to appreciate wildlife differently. It’s hands-on, intimate, and totally unique, making it perfect for couples who love trying something new. Plus, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind keepsake - way more memorable than just another dinner date!

Roll up your sleeves and get ready for a delicious date! Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch in a beautiful garden setting. Ravioli, tortellini, maybe even gnocchi – you'll master it all, and then savor your creations with a glass of wine. Yum!

Want flowers that last forever? With this incredible lifelike paper flower workshop, you can! Using premium Italian crepe paper and professional florist techniques, you’ll learn how to shape, sculpt, and colour each petal to capture the delicate textures of real flowers.

Okay, we know we said this date ideas list isn’t just about food - but this dining experience really is something special! Step into a different kind of dining - one led by blind or visually impaired hosts who serve 12 beautifully crafted, mystery dishes in complete darkness, from Pan-Seared Scallops to Duck Leg with Charred Marmalade. Without sight, your senses - taste, smell, touch, become your guide, Along the way, your host will share personal stories and perspectives, sparking conversation and connection. Beyond the meal, you’re supporting empowerment and inclusion for Singapore’s visually impaired community - a really meaningful date if you ask us!

For fun-loving, puzzle solving couples, try an escape game that turns Singapore into your giant game board! Solve riddles, find hidden gems, and maybe the loser can buy dinner?!

Ever wanted to keep a bonsai but don't know where to start? Step into the world of Bonsai with this beginner-friendly workshop, led by Seek Sophie hosts who aim to make this intricate art accessible to everyone! You’ll learn the history, species, and styles of bonsai, watch key techniques in action, and pick your own pre-bonsai and pot. Then shape, prune and bring home your very own bonsai!

Ready to try a different kind of crafting? This leather workshop stands out because you'll be working with premium Epsom leather, just like those fancy Hermes bags! Get hands-on with the techniques, learn how to choose the best materials, and make your own cardholder, luggage tag, and key fob. It's like a little peek behind the curtain of luxury fashion.

Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate your anniversary? Make a couple’s memory box together, turning raw wood into a personalised keepsake. Learn the art of woodworking - sawing, joining, sanding, and oiling from expert woodworkers. By the end, you’ll have a lovely memory box that you've made together to store even more memories down the road!

Who doesn't love a comfy pair of sandals? This workshop lets you make your own espadrilles, and the twist is that the talented shoemaker host uses reclaimed leather. It's not just about the cute shoes, but learning the craft from a pro and making a fashion choice that feels good too. Bonus points for the light refreshments – always a plus on a date!

This moss workshop is really fun! You'll learn all about moss, then use lush textures and delicate preserved foliage to build your own enchanting, dimmable moss lamp. Imagine those soft textures, the natural driftwood, and the magical glow – it's the perfect way to add some cozy, nature-inspired vibes to your space. We love that they use premium materials sourced from all over!

This is a proper adventure. Kayak fish under the stars, reel in a big catch, then savor a freshly cooked meal on a secluded island. Adventure + romance, complete with keepsake photos! 📸

Gin lovers, get ready for an experience that's truly one-of-a-kind! At Asia's first gin school, you'll get to smell and taste amazing botanicals, then design your perfect gin blend. You'll even distill it yourself and take home a full-sized bottle of your creation. This is more than just a date – it's like a behind-the-scenes peek into the world of craft spirits. And bragging rights are included!

This one’s for the super adventurous - learn to glide over water on a jetboard! Hop on a yacht and cruise out to the stunning Lazarus Island, where your instructor will teach you how to glide, carve, and zip across the water at speeds of up to 55km/h. And don't worry, guests have mentioned that it's very safe and beginner-friendly too.

Crave something exciting and different? Take a haunted walking tour through one of Singapore's spookiest locations! Hear chilling tales of folklore, urban legends, and ghostly encounters. This thrilling adventure is perfect for couples who enjoy a touch of adrenaline and a shared experience that's both spooky and memorable.

Dive into the world of miniature gardens and make your own terrarium! Learn all about succulent varieties, terrarium design, and care tips while customising your own plant world. This relaxing and creative workshop is perfect for plant lovers and couples seeking a hands-on, personalised experience.

Looking for a date that's both meaningful and relaxing? This art therapy session lets you explore your creative side while also helping others. Express yourself through art, gain some personal insights, and know that your experience is helping sponsor art sessions for kids in need. It's a win-win that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside.

Enjoy a relaxing evening of art and your favourite drinks! This guided painting session lets you BYOB (bring your own drinks!) and snacks while creating your own masterpiece. It's a fun and stress-free way to get creative, perfect for a lighthearted date with a touch of personalization.