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There’s no shortage of things to do on Long Island for kids, families, or even couples.
Concerts, beach days or miniature golf can bust the boredom of standard “dinner-and-a-movie” date nights. But for couples who seek an adrenaline rush, have a need for speed, or just want better Insta fodder, these dates deliver the dopamine you deserve.
So stretch out of your comfort zones together and rekindle romance with these adventure-packed Long Island activities.
Farmingdale Aviation Flight Lessons
Let your love soar
Ever wanted to fly a plane? For around the same price as a high-end steakhouse meal (albeit, with wine), you and your date can enjoy 45 minutes each piloting a small plane out of Farmingdale Airport. Choose a Cessna 172 or Piper Archer. Each session includes everything you need, including training lessons on the ground and pre-flight inspection.
Your Farmingdale Aviation instructor will be right by your side, ensuring a thrilling yet safe journey.
I.FLY Trapeze
Reach new heights with aerial trapeze lessons
Founded in 2006, I.FLY Trapeze provides lessons for people ages 4 to 104, according to their website. You must be able to support your body weight with your hands – that is, hang from a bar. But you don’t need to do a pull-up or have exceptional balance to succeed at these aerial sports with the right guidance.
You can take an aerial lyra lesson, where even beginners can learn how to spin and fly on hoops suspended above the air. The company also offers Fly & Catch lessons on the flying trapeze.
Who knows? After a few dates at I.FLY in Eisenhower Park, you and your love might decide to run off and join the circus!
Velocity Driving Experiences
Race an exotic car
If you prefer your adventure closer to the ground, consider taking a few laps around a special autocross track in the parking lot of Nassau Coliseum with Velocity Driving Experiences. Choose from a selection of luxury sports cars and zip across the track at speeds you’ve only imagined while sitting in Long Island traffic. Want to experience speed without the pressure of being behind the wheel? Ride along with an expert race instructor behind the wheel.
It’s a great way to share your love for racing.
Spots sell out quickly and limited dates are available, so book in advance.
RPM Raceway
For competitive couples
Love racing but not quite ready to drive a McLaren? With electric go-karts that zoom across the world’s longest multi-level track, a night at RPM Raceway in Farmingdale will get your heart racing. Who will win is anyone’s guess, but you can always keep the competition revved up with virtual reality and video games late into the night.
Scott’s Pointe
Ready, set… Get wet!
Scott’s Pointe is a family adventure park in Calverton that may be one of the most underrated fun spots on the East End for adults and kids, alike. Enjoy flowboarding on a quarter-pipe ProFlow indoor wave. It’s just like the rides you’ll find at luxury resorts, but right here at home! Continue date night adventures with outdoor go-karts, axe-throwing, laser tag and, oh yes, there is a bar and a restaurant to relax and recharge.
Top: Photo by Chris Leipelt on Unsplash
