💕 50 Dates Under $50 in July

Affordable Colorado Date Ideas (Douglas County to Pueblo) 🌄💕

Summer doesn't have to drain your wallet to create unforgettable memories. July is packed with concerts, sunsets, farmers markets, scenic drives, outdoor adventures, and small-town gems that are perfect for reconnecting with someone special.

Whether you're newly dating, celebrating decades together, or simply looking for an excuse to put the phones away for a few hours, these budget-friendly date ideas prove that the best memories don't have the biggest price tags.

Here are 50 fun date ideas under $50 throughout the Pikes Peak Region and surrounding communities.

🌅 Outdoor Adventures

1. Palmer Lake Sunset Walk
📍 Palmer Lake
💲 Free
Walk the lake, grab a bench, and watch the sunset.

2. Garden of the Gods Picnic
📍 Colorado Springs
💲 $10-20
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy one of Colorado's most beautiful parks.

3. Red Rock Canyon Open Space
📍 Colorado Springs
💲 Free
Explore trails together and take photos.

4. Paint Mines Interpretive Park
📍 Calhan
💲 Free
A colorful landscape that feels like another planet.

5. Fox Run Regional Park
📍 Black Forest
💲 Free
Pack a picnic and enjoy peaceful walking trails.

6. Palmer Park Scenic Drive
📍 Colorado Springs
💲 Free
Drive to the overlook and enjoy city views.

7. Monument Rock Hike
📍 Monument
💲 Free
Easy hike with rewarding scenery.

8. Seven Bridges Trail
📍 Colorado Springs
💲 Free
Perfect for adventurous couples.

🍦 Sweet Treat Dates

9. Ice Cream Crawl
Choose two local ice cream shops.

💲 $15-20

10. Coffee & Bookstore Date
Grab coffee and browse books together.

💲 $20-30

11. Milkshake Date
Split a giant milkshake.

💲 Under $20

12. Dessert First Night
Skip dinner and visit your favorite bakery.

💲 Under $25

🎵 Music & Entertainment

13. Summer Concert in the Park
Many local communities offer free concerts.

💲 Free

14. First Friday ArtWalk
Colorado Springs

💲 Free

15. Live Music at a Local Brewery
No alcohol required...order appetizers and enjoy the music.

💲 $25-40

16. Outdoor Movie Night
Several Colorado communities host free movies during July.

Bring blankets and popcorn.

💲 Under $15

🚗 Scenic Drives

17. Gold Belt Scenic Byway

18. Phantom Canyon Drive

19. Rampart Range Road

20. Highway 67 Woodland Park Drive

Pack snacks and enjoy the scenery.

💲 Mostly free

🌻 Markets & Festivals

21. Monument Farmers Market

22. Colorado Farm & Art Market

23. Woodland Park Farmers Market

24. Castle Rock Farmers Market

Walk, sample food, and support local businesses.

💲 Free to browse

🧺 Classic Date Nights

25. Pizza Picnic

26. Taco Tuesday

27. Breakfast Date

28. Food Truck Dinner

29. Happy Hour Appetizers

Keep the total under $50.

🎨 Creative Dates

30. Paint Rocks at the Park

31. Dollar Store Challenge
Each person gets $10 to create a surprise gift.

32. Thrift Store Treasure Hunt

33. Build a Summer Bucket List Together

34. DIY Charcuterie Night at Home

🏞️ Explore Something New

35. Visit Old Colorado City

36. Walk Downtown Monument

37. Explore Manitou Springs

38. Visit Cripple Creek

Window shop, explore, and enjoy the atmosphere.

📸 Memory Makers

39. Photo Scavenger Hunt

40. Sunrise Date

41. Stargazing Night

42. Watch Planes at the Airport Overlook

🐝 Fun & Different

43. Mini Golf

44. Bowling

45. Geocaching Adventure

46. Visit a Local Garden Center

47. Fly a Kite

48. Volunteer Together

49. Visit a Local Museum on Discount Day

50. Create Your Own July Adventure
Give yourselves a $50 budget and see what memories you can make.

💛 Love Doesn't Have to Be Expensive

The most meaningful dates rarely come with the biggest price tag. Sometimes it's watching a sunset, laughing over ice cream, wandering through a farmers market, or discovering a place you've never explored together.

This July, challenge yourselves to spend less, experience more, and make memories that last long after summer ends.

🐝 Have a favorite affordable date spot in Southern Colorado? We'd love to hear about it! Share your favorite hidden gems with The Buzzy B and help other couples discover their next adventure. 💕