Spending time together as adults, without the kids, is an essential part of the family dynamic, that has plenty of benefits. Everyone needs a break sometimes from our tiny, adorable, full-of-energy humans. Most licensed professional in the field of psychology and relationships would agree that at least once a month, parents should do some sort of 'date night' together, to maintain the health of their relationship.
So when you finally get Nana, or a babysitter to take the kiddos, you're left with figuring out....what to do?
If you don't feel like staying home and relaxing (although that's one of my personal favorites),You'll probably need some ideas for fun things to do together, as a couple of adults! So here is a list we've put together, to serve as ideas for local activities you and your partner can do together.
Day Time Activities |
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Escape Room LG
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Escape Room LG is an "Escape Room" Adventure you can do with your family or partner!
An interactive experience that is supposed to challenge you and your teammate(s) using a variety of codes, clues, and secrets that must be unlocked in order to gain access to the next room! You can pick from an array of themes, such as "Blackbeard's Brig" and "The Curse of the Evil Genie" , there is an adventure for every kind of person!
It's especially a great idea as a rainy day plan, and will help you build trust and create a unique memory together!
Minimum price for a 60 minute escape room is $100.00 for 2 to 3 players, $30 each additional player.
Minimum price for a 15 minute mini escape is $30.00 for up to 2 players, $15 each additional player.
Learn more on their website here
Located:
115 Canada Street
Lake George, NY 12845
Phone: 518.668.2900
Email: info@escapelg.com
Natural Stone Bridges and Caves
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Located in Pottersville NY, this is a one of a kind experience, where you can really take in the beauty of a real Adirondack natural wonder!
The massive Stone Bridge is the LARGEST marble cave entrance in the eastern U.S. and is still being carved by the beautiful Trout Brook.
Set forth on a self-guided nature trail and learn all about the ancient Adirondack geology. You'll see Waterfalls, Artists' Gorges, incredible potholes and of course several surface caves. You can also descend into the (lighted) caves on your journey! A fun adventure you'll remember with your partner for years to come. You can decide to take the kids the next time you go, or savor that experience for yourselves!
Plan your cave adventure here
Located:
535 Stone Bridge Road
Pottersville, NY 12860
Phone:
518-494-2283
Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course
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For the more adventurous couple, you can spend a day at the Adirondack Extreme Adventure Courses!
Pick between (or do all) activities such as Zip Lining, River Tubing, and Tree Top Obstacle Courses!
The great thing about this, is you can bring the kids too! You don't have to save this only for a kid-free day. But it will be a different experience if you do so.
Tickets start around $50, depending on the package you pick.
https://adirondackextreme.com/
Park Address
35 Westwood Forest Lane
Bolton Landing NY 12814
Phone
+1 518-494-7200
Email
info@adirondackextreme.com
Night Time Activities |
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Lake George Lanes & Games
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Head over to Lake George Lanes and Games for a friendly night- bowling competition!
Open til 11:30pm, they have a bar & grill, golf, laser tag, and an arcade. (My Husband and I like to play arcade games and laser tag even without the kid, it's a lot of fun to get into the competitive spirit together!)
On weekends they have "Galactic Bowling" For $15 a person, that includes Music, Games, Prizes, and 2.5 Hours of unlimited bowling (including shoes)!
http://www.lakegeorgelanesandgames.com/
2211 Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845 • info@lakegeorgebowl.com • Phone: 518-668-5741
Lake George Shoreline Cruise
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Located right near the water in Lake George Village, next to the Shoreline Restaurant, (A great place for dinner also!)
You can book a variety of cruises to celebrate a romantic, kid-free, night out!
They offer a variety of different cruises to enjoy!
For example, you can choose a Fireworks cruise that includes a ride on "The Adirondac", Live Entertainment, a Buffet Dinner, and a lovely Fireworks Display over Lake George.
or Cruise under the starts on the "Twilight Cruise" On "The Horicon" vessel, where all cruise go-ers must be 21 as everyone receives a complimentary drink!
You can check out all of their cruises, decide on which one sounds the best, and book tickets for your next Parents Night Out! Try them all!
Ticket Prices range from $20-100 depending on what you pick.
Book your Cruise on their website here
Location:
2 Kurosaka Ln, Lake George, NY 12845
Phone: (518) 668-4644
Local Bars
Hit up some of the more popular local bars here in the Adirondacks, like Harvey's Restaurant and Bar in Saratoga Springs, that has a DJ, Prizes and Giveaways with no playing cost, every Wednseday night 7:30-9:00pm!
Location:
14 Phila St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: (518) 583-0003
Monday/Wednesday/Thursday: Open 3pm-11pm
Friday: Open 3pm-12am
Saturday: Open 11am-12am
Sunday: Open 11am-11pm
Or in Cambridge there is The Adirondack Pub & Brewery in Lake George, where every Thursday is Trivia Night! Try your best to get the questions right, free to play, while enjoying their delicious food and drinks!
Location:
33 Canada St,
Lake George, NY 12845
Phone: (518) 668-0002
Mon: CLOSED
Tues: CLOSED
Wed: CLOSED
Thurs: 4pm - 9pm
Fri: 11:30am - 10 pm
Sat: 11:30am - 10 pm
Sun: 11:30am - 9 pm
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Food Trucks
And finally, for a more casual dinner, and pocket-saving experience, try out one of the Food Trucks in the area, like the one on Thursdays in Glens Falls,
The Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral is hosted by The Shirt Factory, and runs every Thursday night.
You can spend a good portion of your evening here, as it's not just a food truck, but a combination of farmers market, flea market, and craft market at The Shirt Factory in downtown Glens Falls. Multiple Vendors and a rotating schedule of Live Music will probably make this Food Truck your new favorite thing to do on Thursday nights!
Click here to see the lineup of Music for each Thursday this Summer.
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