Inside: A curated list of great summer date ideas in Greenville, SC. We think they are great, anyway. Tell us what you think.
Planning a date night and looking for date night ideas in the summer? Greenville, SC makes date nights easy. There are so many options! If you are tired of going on the same old dates, use this list to spice things up this summer.
Summer is the perfect time to get back into date night with your significant other. There are so many more options for having fun together over the summer compared to other times of year because you can get outside. Although you totally don’t have to be outside – sometimes the air conditioning feels divine.
So, get to planning on that date night, or date day as we have those ideas as well. Can you try for three dates this summer – one for June, July and August? We have plenty of options for you, just pick a few!
Looking for more date night ideas? Check out our Ultimate Date Night Guide to Greenville, SC! You’ll find ideas for any occasion.
Date Ideas in the Summer: Greenville, SC
Saturday Farmers Markets
An hour or two browsing the farmers markets on a Saturday morning is an easy way to squeeze in some time together while supporting local. Grab a coffee and pastry and check out all the local produce, cheeses, and freshly made bread and pasta that Greenville has to offer. This list showcases the best farmers markets in and around Greenville.
Go Hiking
If you and your significant other love nature, take a hike together. There are plenty of hiking trails in and around Greenville, from an easy hike at Conestee to the more difficult summit at Table Rock.
Go Tubing
This is one of those activities perfect for a lazy, hot day. If the grandparents can watch the kids, go on a date with your bathing suit, some snacks, and expectations of doing absolutely nothing with your love other than chilling in a giant tube on a lake. Our giant list of river tubing spots has several places to choose from.
Tubing down the river makes an excellent, relaxing date day. We’ll help you find a river tubing spot for your next date!
Take in a Ballgame
This would be a longer date night but a chill one for sure. Take in a Greenville Drive baseball game at Fluor Field any time this summer. Tickets start at $11 and you can see the schedule here.
Grab Ice Cream
A cone piled high with your favorite ice cream flavors and toppings is hard to beat in the summer heat. This is a cheap date too – you can grab ice cream and pay the sitter for about $20 total. Here is where we love to grab ice cream in Greenville.
These ice cream shops near Greenville, SC have some of the best sweet treats for a perfect date.
Go Star Gazing
While you can most certainly stargaze outside on a clear night, you can also take advantage of the state-of-the-art planetarium (air-conditioned as well) at the Roper Mountain Science Center. They have new shows at the planetarium every few months and take place every Friday night. There are three showtimes (4:30, 6, and 7:30). Be sure to get tickets online, which are $8 for adults. Afterwards, head over to the Daniel Observatory right next door to look at Saturn’s rings!
Take a Culinary Tour
We recommend the At the Chef’s Table culinary tour in pretty much every date night article we write because it’s just that good. Led by local historian and foodie John Nolan, the culinary tour is a treat for the senses. You get VIP treatment at four restaurants in Greenville within walking distance with specially-made dishes just for the tour group. Drinks are included at each stop as well. This is by far one of the best date night ideas in all of Greenville. Tickets start at $79/person and you can reserve them online here.
Get on the Water: Go Kayaking
There are several amazing lakes in the Greenville area that offer kayak rentals. My personal favorite is Lake Jocassee, a pristine lake about an hour and twenty minutes from Greenville where you can paddle all day, sneaking into little coves, seeing waterfalls, and picnicking on islands. This is a great date to get away from everything for a bit. You can rent a tandem kayak (a two-seater) all day for around $85. Bring a lunch and snacks, and have a fun and romantic time.
See a Concert
Many towns in and around Greenville offer free concerts, which is ideal for date nights because who doesn’t like free? Here’s the list of free live music around town. You will also find concerts and Broadway shows at the Peace Center in Downtown Greenville, and you can plan ahead so you have something to look forward to.
Catch a Summer Movie Outside
There are plenty of places showing free summer movies outside. Bring lawn chairs, a picnic blanket, and some snacks for a wonderful, cozy summer date. Check out our list of free outdoor movies here.
Go Dancing
Dancing is a great way to be social, meet friends, get exercise, enjoy music, and have a great connection with your love all at the same time! Summertime means you can fill your fridays with salsa dancing at Camperdown Plaza! You can also take west coast swing classes at Spare Time Greenville on Tuesday nights and east coast swing classes with Upstate Swing.
Get a Brew
Greenville has exploded with breweries in the past couple of years. There is no shortage of places to grab a cold one on a hot night.13 Stripes, Other Lands, Bridgeway Brewing Co, and Southern Growl are all great places to check out for a relaxed date night. We personally love taking a board game with us to play while we sip on our drinks. Check out our full list of breweries in the area.
These local breweries are a great option for a relaxed date night!
Visit a Winery
Relax with your loved one at City Scape Winery over a glass of wine and a locally sourced cheese plate.
Head to a Pottery Studio
There is something special about doing a hobby together, so why not make it a date night! Hollowed Earth Pottery is a great place at Hampton Station to try your hand at throwing pottery on the wheel in their Beginner Pottery Class. Classes are $75 per person, and after class, you can grab some food from one of the dining spots at Hampton Station.
Experience Glow Golf
Go to Takeoff Mini Golf for Glow Golf. You’ll play with glowing golf balls to a DJ cranking out some seriously good music. You must purchase tickets in advance at $15 per person.
2026 Summer Glow Golf Dates:
May 16
July 25
August 8
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Looking for more summer fun? Check out our Ultimate Summer Guide in Greenville, SC.
