Need a last-minute date idea in or around Springfield? Maybe you forgot about an important date or you just want to surprise your special someone, no matter the reason these easy to execute date ideas are sure to be memorable!
Bed & Breakfasts
There is magic in a getaway, even if it’s just around the corner! And the Ozarks are full of them!
Here are 5 of the top-rated bed & breakfasts in no particular order:
Walnut Street Inn
900 East Walnut Street, Springfield, MO, 65806
(417) 864-6346
The Mansion at Elfindale
1701 South Fort Avenue, Springfield, MO, 65807
(417) 831-5400
Florence Inn
436 West Washington Street, Marshfield, MO, 65706
(417) 258-0117
Swan Song Inn
583 Spring Valley Loop, Marshfield, MO, 65706
(417) 859-0140
The Dickey House
331 South Clay Street, Marshfield, MO, 65706
(417) 468-3000
Comedy Shows
Who doesn’t like to laugh? Springfield has 2 comedy clubs that offer both nightly and weekend shows:
Blue Room Comedy Club
541 East St. Louis Street, Springfield MO, 65806
(417) 228-8403
Springfield Improv
308 South Avenue, Springfield, MO, 65806
(417) 872-2658
Theatres
Performing arts is a traditional date night that has yet to grow old, offering culture to the midwest.
Here are 3 theaters you can catch a show at:
Springfield Contemporary Theatre
431 South Jefferson Avenue #136/302 East Pershing Street, Springfield, MO, 65806
(417) 831-8001
Springfield Little Theatre
311 East Walnut Street, Springfield, MO, 65806
(417) 869-1334
Gillioz Theatre
325 Park Central East, Springfield, MO, 65806
(417) 863-9491
Roller Blading or Ice Skating
Let’s go back to your childhood! Do you remember how much fun you had in your skates?
You will again at:
Springfield Skateland
5163 South Campbell Avenue, Springfield, MO, 65810
(417) 881-8011
Jordan Valley Ice Park
(417) 866-7444
Miniature Golf
Miniature golf offers you away to get outdoors on your date. A little competition is healthy for a strong relationship!
Here are 3 of the best mini-golf venues in no particular order:
Getaway Golf
3833 East Sunshine Street, Springfield, MO 65809
(417) 881-4653
Fun Acre
2500 South Campbell Avenue, Springfield, MO, 65807
(417) 889-1872
Swing Right Golf
444 East Farm Road 192, Springfield, MO, 65810
(417) 882-1222
Movie Houses
Nothing beats popcorn and holding hands at the movies! And Ozarkians know that with 5 movie theaters!
And they are:
AMC Springfield 11
3200 East Montclair Street, Springfield, MO, 65804
(417) 319-2260
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Springfield
4005 South Ave, Springfield, MO, 65807
(417) 708-9599
Regal Cinemas College Station 14
415 W College St, Springfield, MO 65806
B&B Ozark-Nixa 12
620 North 25th Street, Ozark, MO, 65721
Sunset Drive In Theatre
1601 E Church St, Aurora, MO 65605
Bowling
This isn’t just for pros or kids! You and your date can have a good time too while practicing your spin!
Here are 5 of the top-rated places to bowl in no particular order:
Sunshine Lanes
1500 West Sunshine Street, Springfield, MO, 65807
(417) 866-7246
Andy B’s – Springfield
1127 East Battlefield Road, Springfield, MO, 65807
(417) 883-1234
Enterprise Park Lanes
1625 South Enterprise Avenue, Springfield, MO, 65804
(417) 883-0511
Chez Ami Lanes (previously Lighthouse Lanes)
350 South Glenstone Avenue, Springfield, MO, 65802
Century Lanes
855 West Tracker Road, Nixa, MO, 65714
(417) 725-2868