Let’s be honest. Long distance relationships can get a little repetitive if every day starts to feel like the same “How was your day?” conversation. The good news? Keeping the spark alive doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Sometimes, all it takes is trying something new together.
Here are a few of our favorite ideas that have helped countless long-distance couples laugh, flirt, and create new memories together.
1. See How Well You Really Know Each Other 🎨
If you’re looking for a fun mix of creativity, communication, and laughter, Hues and Cues is one of our favorite date ideas. One person secretly chooses a color from a giant board and gives one or two-word clues to describe it, such as “strawberry milk,” “storm cloud,” or “tropical ocean.” The other person then has to guess the exact shade they had in mind. It sounds easy until you realize everyone imagines colors differently, making every round fun, surprising, and guaranteed to spark a few laughs.
👉 Try it here: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/hues-and-cues/
2. Defend Your Random Opinions 🍰
Ever seen the viral TikTok “Hear Me Out Cake” trend? Now it’s your turn. Take turns revealing your most unexpected fictional crushes, celebrities, animated characters, or completely random picks by saying, “Hear me out…” before each one.
Your choices could be Shrek, the fox from Zootopia, a cartoon villain, or even something totally unhinged like the Duolingo owl. Then defend your choice and see if you can convince your partner it actually makes sense. It’s one of our favorite dates because you never know what your partner is about to reveal, and the reactions are always hilarious.
👉 Try it here: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/hear-me-out-cake/
3. Guess the Category Before Time Runs Out 🐱
Catickory is perfect for couples who love quick-thinking games. In each round, you’ll be given a random category, like “Things You Find at the Beach,” “Pizza Toppings,” or “Disney Characters.” Take turns naming items that fit the category before the timer runs out. The pressure of the countdown makes even the simplest categories surprisingly difficult, and you’ll both end up blurting out hilarious answers. It’s one of our favorite date ideas because it’s fast-paced, easy to learn, and guaranteed to keep you laughing from start to finish.
👉 Play Catickory: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/catickory/
4. Turn Everyday Colors Into a Date 🌈
Need something simple that you can do throughout the week? Try the Color Hunt Date. Pick a color like blue, yellow, pink, or green, then spend the next few days taking photos of everything you find that matches it. Maybe you spot a bright red sports car, a yellow sunflower, a blue coffee mug, or a pink sunset. Once the challenge is over, send your photos to each other and compare your collections. It’s one of our favorite date ideas because it turns ordinary moments into something fun to share, and you’ll be surprised how differently you both see the world.
👉 Try the Color Hunt Date: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/color-hunt-date/
5. Take Ridiculous Quizzes Together 😂
BuzzFeed Quizzes is one of the easiest ways to turn an ordinary video call into a fun date night. Start a Buzzfeed quiz party, invite your partner with a link, and take the same quiz together in real time. Find out which movie character you’re most like, what kitchen appliance matches your personality, or answer completely random questions that lead to hilarious results. Compare your answers side by side, guess each other’s results before they’re revealed, and see how well you really know one another. It’s one of our favorite date ideas because every quiz sparks new conversations, laughs, and unexpected discoveries.
👉 Start here: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/buzzfeed-quiz-party/
6. Never Run Out of Things to Talk About 💬
If your video calls sometimes start with “So… what should we talk about?”, Conversation Starter Roulette is your new best friend. Simply spin the wheel to reveal a random question, from funny prompts like “What’s your most useless talent?” to deeper questions like “What’s one thing you’ve always wanted to tell me?” It’s one of our favorite date ideas because every spin leads to a new conversation, helping you learn more about each other while keeping every call fresh.
👉 Give it a spin: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/conversation-starter-roulette/
7. Bluff Your Way to Victory ☠️
Looking for a game that will have you laughing, bluffing, and second-guessing each other? The Viral Poison Game, inspired by the viral TikTok trend, is one of our favorite date ideas for couples who love friendly competition. At the start of each round, both players secretly choose a poison emoji. Then, take turns picking emojis from the shared board while trying to avoid your partner’s hidden poison and hoping they pick yours instead. Can you keep a straight face while bluffing your way to victory? Every round is full of suspense, dramatic reactions, and “I can’t believe I picked that!” moments, making it the perfect game for your next video call.
👉 Try it here: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/viral-poison-game/
8. Can You Fool Your Partner? 😏
Think you know when your partner is lying? The Lying Challenge, inspired by the viral TikTok trend, is here to put that confidence to the test. Each round, both of you secretly grab a random household item without showing it on camera. Then, take turns telling your partner what item you picked, but here’s the catch: you can either tell the truth or completely make it up. Ask questions like, “Shake it,” “Tap it on the table,” or “Can you squeeze it?” to gather clues before deciding if your partner is bluffing. It’s one of our favorite date ideas because the smallest reactions, like laughing, hesitating, or over-explaining, can accidentally give away the truth.
👉 Try it here: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/lying-challenge/
9. Rock, Paper, Scissors… With a Twist ✊✋✌️
Everyone knows Rock, Paper, Scissors, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Turn it into a date by adding fun rewards and silly challenges for every round. The winner gets to pick the next movie, choose the playlist, ask a random question, or give the loser a funny dare. It’s quick, easy to play over video call, and somehow always gets a little more competitive than expected.
👉 Play here: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/rock-paper-scissors/
10. Write Love Letters for the Future 💌
Not every exciting date has to be loud or competitive. Sometimes, the most meaningful moments come from slowing down. With Future Letters, you and your partner write letters to each other that you’ll read at a later date, maybe on your next anniversary, after closing the distance, or simply on a day when you’re really missing each other. It’s a beautiful way to create something you’ll both look forward to, and a reminder that your relationship is built on more than just today’s conversations.
👉 Start writing here: https://ldrdate.ca/idea/future-letters/
Add a Little Surprise ❤️
Fun dates are amazing, but thoughtful surprises make them unforgettable. If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, our Custom Love Puzzle lets you turn your favorite memory into a personalized puzzle that you can solve together, even from miles apart.
🧩 Check it out: https://ldrdate.ca/gift-idea/custom-love-puzzle/
You’re Not Doing Long Distance Alone
One of the best ways to keep your relationship exciting is by connecting with other couples who understand exactly what you’re going through.
We’d love to hear your story, celebrate your relationship, and welcome you into our long-distance community.
❤️ Join us here:
https://ldrdate.ca/share-story/