Are you dating someone? If so, that's great! You're dating. That means you're out with your special person doing things couples do - like dating. But dating can be an expensive thing, especially if you want to do the kinds of things couples do when they date. It's enough to make anyone long for some cheap or free dating ideas- which is why I wrote this article. Here are eight fun dates that require little preparation and cost even less than $20 per person. * Go to a museum or art gallery . Museums let people of all ages see historical objects; art galleries let them see modern works by local artists (and maybe even purchase something). Admission prices vary depending on what kind of museum or gallery you want to visit, but many are free. * Walk on the beach . If you're dating someone from a coastal state, there's a good chance you can find a local beach or pier for a date. Even if your partner is not from near the sea, it will be fun to watch them pretend they know what they're looking at during their first trip to an ocean front. * Take a hike . There are plenty of places where both city and country dwellers can go hiking without having to drive too far out of town. Many national parks have areas that are perfect for dating, as do some public gardens and other "green spaces" around large cities. Be sure not to spend too much time getting from one place to the other during your hike, as you don't want to ruin the dating vibe. * Take a class together . This one requires a little more planning and money than some of the other dating ideas on this list, but classes that focus on art or music appreciation can be both fun and educational. Plus, if your date isn't what you'd hoped for, at least you can walk away having learned something new about sculpting clay pots or watercolor painting. * Visit an animal shelter or pet store . If your partner likes animals (or even just tolerates them), visiting shelters and pet stores together could be very romantic! Just try not to let your pets take over all of your dating time- those kisses might feel good now, but they could become a real turn-off after the fifth date in a row. * Watch free movies . Most cities have at least one place where you can watch classic, cult, or indie movies for free. It's worth looking into what is being shown around town- there are probably several amazing dating opportunities within your grasp every single night of the week! * Go to happy hour . If you want to know how to date on a budget without seeming too cheap, go out for drinks during happy hour. You'll be able to meet up with friends and spend time together all while spending much less than you normally would (and that includes dating costs!). If this article helped you, please let me know! 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