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Dating Face-Off: The Washington, DC Version

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Ah, DC. The land of the President, the Washington Monument, the Capitol, and a winning (well, sort of) baseball team. It’s a place filled with intellectuals, lawyers, lobbyists, and, of course, a fun and extroverted dating coach.

As the weather quickly changes from sweltering hot to a little bit chilly and the leaves on the trees in Dupont Circle start to turn various shades of orange and red, we know fall has arrived in our wonderful city. That means it’s time to make sure we have a stash of fun and romantic date ideas that take advantage of all DC has to offer. To show you why dating in the nation’s capital is a monumentally good time, I’ll break down my favorite date ideas into four categories that showcase all DC has to offer!

For the Nature-Lovers:

Why let a little crisp air get in the way of your fun? Take a hike in Great Falls or Shenandoah National Park. (Old Rag is pretty amazing.) Or go apple picking at one of the many orchards in our area and make an apple pie together afterwards to show off your culinary prowess. If you’re a little more artistic, go pick out pumpkins and carve them for Halloween together. And if the weather’s a little nicer, a picnic (and perhaps a friendly game of Scrabble) on the Mall or in Meridian Hill Park is a great way to spend the day outside.

For the Foodies:

For anyone who knows me, you know I’m the biggest foodie around. It’s true – this gal loves to eat. (It’s a good thing this gal also loves her Vida Rx class at the gym!) There are so many wonderful restaurants in the area that it’s hard to choose, and new restaurants seem to be popping up every day. A few of the hot new ones to check out are Bandolero by Mike Isabella in Georgetown, Boqueria in Dupont for some pan con tomate and tortilla espanola, The Brixton on U Street for the amazing roof deck and pub fare, El Chucho in Columbia Heights for some tacos and margaritas, Mintwood Place in Adams Morgan (Obama even tried it!), the new Hank’s Oyster Bar in Capitol Hill, or Drafting Table in Logan Circle, which just opened a couple weeks ago. (And for those who like to chow down on treif, try The Green Pig in Clarendon.)

For the Thespians and Theater-Lovers:

DC is chock-full of amazing theater venues – the Warner Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, the National Theatre, and, of course, the Kennedy Center. While not great for a first date (remember – just drinks or coffee is typically best), a show can be a wonderful way to spend an evening once you’ve gotten to know someone. And it doesn’t even have to break the bank! Every day at 6pm, the Kennedy Center offers a free concert at its Millennium Stage. Bring a date and see if a new romance takes center stage.

For the “I Only Want to do Stuff Unique to DC” People:

For a date idea that can only happen in the District of Columbia, take a stroll through the monuments at night. You can even do a little research and impress your date with random facts. “Did you know the Washington Monument was started 36 years before it was completed?” “Wow!” – insert adoring eyes here – “You’re so smart… and cute, too.” (And for the guys, maybe bring an extra jacket or scarf to lend to your date if there’s a chill in the air.) Or book a tour of the Capitol online. It’s a fun (and free) way to explore our own city.

Now, when you shop through the supermarket of love (aka 100hookup), you’ll be well-equipped with an arsenal of DC-centric date ideas.  Just make sure they’re politically correct!

Erika Ettin is the Founder of A Little Nudge, where she helps people navigate the world of online dating. Her services include: writing unique profiles to get you noticed, helping to choose your best profile pictures, writing one-of-a-kind emails to get someone’s attention, and planning dates. Want to connect with Erika? Join her newsletter for updates and tips.
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4 Comments »

  • Susan Miller says:

    A good place for young hookup political activists. Consider attending the annual AIPAC Policy conference. See AIPAC’s website.
    Susan M.

  • Steela Castle says:

    This is a great place to see when visiting DC. I visited this theater with friends. We saw the balcony where history was made. Apart from seeing the booth where President was assassinated, the Ford’s theatre is a working theatre. Theatre was so much more than I expected. Many historical sites have maintain some useful information about the Ford’s theatre.

  • Erika says:

    Only “sort of” because they didn’t take the whole thing. :)

  • Neal says:

    By the way, Erika, Washington not only has a “sort of” winning baseball team, but the team with the best record IN ALL OF MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL.

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