Desoto County Date Ideas

Looking for fresh ways to spend quality time with your sweetheart in DeSoto County, Mississippi? Whether you’re planning a laid-back night in or a date that feels a little extra special, these ideas make it easy to reconnect and have some fun close to home.

At-home dinner (without all the work)
Skip the reservations and enjoy a relaxing night in with delicious finds from local small businesses. Pick up ready-to-enjoy meals from Stud Muffins or grab ingredients from Mediterranean Bakery & More to make your own feast. For dessert, go for sweet treats like the Chocolate Pretzel Rods from Sweet Elouise in Olive Branch, a classic Banana Split from La Michoacana in Horn Lake or decadent Dubai Waffle Bites from Cadeau Chocolate in Southaven. Prefer dinner prepared by a professional and delivered straight to your door? Manna & Roux offers weekly options, including a special Valentine’s Day curated box complete with charcuterie, cookies, macarons, fresh flowers and more.

Fun and casual
Daytime dates can be relaxed, affordable and the perfect time to catch up. Meet for coffee, brunch or lunch at a locally owned shop like Coffee Central in Southaven, Bazar’s Diner in Hernando or Alex Farms in Olive Branch, just to name a few.

Try something new together
Break out of your routine with a fun, shared experience. Lace up and practice your balance at Skate Odyssey in Olive Branch, make your own ceramics at Pottery Haven in Southaven or go head-to-head on the lanes at Strike Zone Bowling.

Step back in time
For couples who love culture and history, the DeSoto County Museum packs learning and entertainment opportunities for visitors of all ages. Admission is free and exhibits rotate throughout the year. If music is more your thing, visit The Lewis Ranch Experience, the former home of Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jerry Lee Lewis. Or, drive along the Mississippi Blues Trail to learn about other musical icons with ties to the area, including Big Walter Horton and Jim Dickinson.

Get outdoors
Depending on the time of year, exploring the great outdoors in DeSoto County is a great way to enjoy the company of your sweetheart. Go for a walk or bike ride at Hernando DeSoto River Park in Walls, or hit DeSoto Athletic Club’s pickleball courts or Snowden Grove Tennis Complex’s courts in Southaven.

Sip, sway and stay awhile
Looking to keep the date going? Spend your evening at Silo Square, starting with Sippin Silo for wine and light bites. Then head to Georgia Blue or Lucky Dog Music Hall for live music and dancing.

From cozy nights in to fun outings around town, we hope these ideas help spark your next date night. We’ll see you and your special someone soon, right here at the top of the ‘Sip.