Planning the perfect date is no small feat, but after a week of errands, emails, and everything else that can kill the romance in the relationship, the effort — a booking, restaurant reservation, or reason to dress up — can go a long way.
Saturday Lotto and 96FM are giving one lucky couple the ultimate excuse to dress up and dial up the romance with dinner at Miss Mi, A Reserve tickets to Cirque du Soleil Corteo at RAC Arena, and a night at Novotel Perth Murray Street.
It’s all part of The Saturday Switch-Up: your official permission slip to clear the calendar and reclaim your Saturdays with something a little more special than Uber Eats and whatever’s trending on Netflix.
To be in the draw, head to the 96FM win page and enter now. In the meantime, here are six Perth date night ideas to spark some inspiration for next Saturday, whether it’s your third date or your thirtieth anniversary.
Cosy up at the cinema
It’s a classic for a reason. No awkward silences, no noisy dining rooms, just dimmed lights, a shared armrest, and the sweet smell of popcorn wafting through the air. During the warmer months, Perth’s independent cinema Luna Leederville allows you to experience movie magic under the stars with their outdoor theatre, but if the weather isn’t on your side, the indoor spaces in the heritage-listed Art Deco building are just as romantic. Once the credits roll, cross the road and pop into Naber Bar or Powell’s for a debrief over a glass of red.
Cook up a storm together
Sharing a meal together can strengthen a connection, but cooking said meal together? That takes bonding to a whole new level. At Salt & Company’s Pasta Fresca Party, you’ll knead your way through five different pasta shapes before creating a complete Italian meal with accompanying sauces, insalata, and a sweet pasta treat for dessert, all from scratch. In the Thai Village Food class, discover the art of balancing the hot, sweet, salty, and bitter flavours of Thai cuisine in the hands-on classes in the West Perth kitchen. The classes are all BYO, too, so you can calm any date-night jitters and sip as you stir.
Tap your feet at a live jazz show
With the smooth sounds of a sax, rich improvisations, dimly-lit space, and the close proximity of the audience and band, it’s clear why live jazz oozes romance. The Ellington Jazz Club in Northbridge has been a fixture for 16 years, hosting music seven nights a week across classic standards, contemporary sets, and everything in between. Over in East Freo, the New Orleans-inspired Duke of George is home to regular jazz shows from homegrown musicians and those from further afield.
Dress up and dine out
Not all date-night dinners are created equal. By all means, some nights call for popping down to the local in socks and sandals for a quick and easy feed, but Saturdays are worth a little more effort. Here in Perth, we’re lucky to be spoiled with endless restaurants where the dishes are artfully plated, the wine list is perfected, and the atmosphere sparks romance.
The State Building’s sky-high fine-diner Wildflower is one of those places. So is Balthazar, tucked beneath a heritage terrace with moody lighting and wines worth the next-day hangover. Or Gibney, the new seaside stunner. And remember: you don’t need a reason to dine at one of these hot spots, you just need a reservation.
See the city from the sky
For something out of the ordinary, take your Saturday to new heights — literally. Royal Aero Club of WA offers private scenic flights that take you high above the everyday, allowing you to see Fremantle, Perth city, Kings Park, and Cottesloe Beach from above. Equal parts peaceful and exhilarating, it’s a one-of-a-kind way to experience Perth and gain a little perspective with your loved one.
Check in and chill out with a staycation
Not every date needs fireworks. Sometimes, all you need to connect is a robe, a room key, and room service on speed dial. Perth’s city hotels like The Ritz-Carlton, COMO The Treasury, and QT Perth offer an easy kind of luxury that makes it simple to switch off and cosy up. Whichever one you decide to stay at, the promise is the same: uninterrupted time together away from the chaos of your day-to-day.
To prioritise romance in your weekend, enter now via the 96FM win page. Your dream date night could be closer than you think.
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