7 Creative Ideas for Your Next Parents’ Night Out

Time to book a night out

Being a parent and maintaining a household can definitely hinder your social life. Between meal planning, drawn-out bedtime routines, school commitments or your day job, it’s hard finding time to spend with your significant other — or any other adults for that matter.

We know the importance of scheduling regular date nights or friend get-togethers, so we’ve rounded up a handful of creative, social and inspiring ideas to help you plan that life-saving adult night out.

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Spice things up

Although you may swear you have two left feet, trying a dance class at least once in your life is a must. Be it the Tango or the Two-Step, joining a group class keeps things light and social.

Try it: Seattle’s Sueños de Salsa offers private lessons, group classes and workshops. Try a 5-session salsa class and get an intro to salsa, cha cha and bachata. Proof of vaccination required. 

Heat things up

Bring out your inner blacksmith and visit SoDo’s Lawless Forge on your next parents’ night out. Work with the pros to turn hot steel into take-home souvenirs, from bottle openers to steel chopsticks to wasabi bowls. Promising to “create wonderful memories and forge stronger bonds,” this outside-of-the-box activity will definitely leave an impression. 

Start cooking

Slice, dice, sip and sauté — sans kids — at a local cooking class. Whether sharpening your culinary skills or trying your hand at a new-to-you dish, cooking classes always make for a well-rounded date night or gathering of friends.

Try it: Run by a husband and wife duo, Bellevue’s Whisk feature impressive international classes. Or pop over to Seattle’s Hotel Andra, home of the Hot Stove Society. Operated by Tom Douglas Restaurants, these classes are sure to inspire your inner chef.

Get into glass

It’s been noted that Seattle has more glassblowing studios than any other U.S. city, so it makes sense that you try it at least once. Even if you don’t leave convinced that you’re the next Dale Chihuly, it’s a fun new art form to try.

Try it: Seattle Glassblowing Studio and Gallery in Belltown offers classes that range from quick and easy intros to private lessons to weekend workshops. MoltenWorks glass studio in Woodinville features Sip n’ Fuse classes where you design a piece and then pick it up the following week.

Paint and pinot

Trade in your washable poster board paints for some acrylics and a glass of wine. Instructor-led art classes are a popular choice for couples or group gatherings, as the social, informal atmosphere promises an evening of laughter and creativity. 

Try it: Painted Cosmos has various partners and locations around the greater Seattle area; if you’re in Tacoma, check out Uncorked Canvas. 

Get crafty

Our city offers tons of craft classes, from candle-making to card-crafting. Discover a new hobby and learn how to make your own handmade body butter or aromatherapy candles. You might even stumble upon a new talent or skill and turn it into a side hustle. Check out Verlocal for a variety of Seattle-area course options.

Carve out some quality time

Learn how to make spoons, keychains, cutting boards and more! In addition to taking home a cool wooden creation, these classes are a great way to flex your skills with drills, saws and sanders. 

Try it: Check out Pratt Fine Arts Center’s Woodcarving classes. 

Editor’s note: This article was originally published in December 2018, and updated in July 2021. Nicole Persun contributed to this article.