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Alright so you procrastinated on making the perfect Valentine’s Day plans for your boo once again, but don’t worry because we got you!

Despite what everyone thinks, you don’t gotta break the bank to make your BAE feel extra special. Skip the typical dinner plans that EVERYONE will be doing and check out these fun cheap date ideas that we got for you instead.

1. Romantic Movie Under The LA Sky

Take your boo to the Vineland Drive-In Theatre for the perfect twist to a typical movie. Tickets are only $9, and you can sneak in a cute heart-shaped pizza with some wine and make it an extra romantic night!

 

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We are ready for Valentine’s Day ❤.

A post shared by PacificTheatersVinelandDriveIn (@vinelanddrivein) on Feb 10, 2019 at 6:56pm PST

2. Buzz on a Budget at this OC Winery

Did someone say wine? I’m totally here for this and your girl will be too! Orange Coast Winery has this crazy deal going on, you can go on a wine tasting date with a gourmet cheese platter for $35. This is insane, trust me your boo will love you for this!

 

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Just a reminder that we are CLOSED today for Super Bowl Sunday ! You have this ONE TIME pass to choose beer over wine. 😜 Party safe, everyone!

A post shared by Orange Coast Winery (@theorangecoastwinery) on Feb 3, 2019 at 1:22pm PST

3. A love picnic at the Santa Monica Pier

Anyone can make a simple restaurant reservation, but it takes a real man to do something thoughtful like this. Take your girl on a romantic sunset picnic with her favorite foods and you’ll for sure win the boyfriend of the year award!

 

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What sets your soul on fire? Beach and elegant picnics? Yes!! Come dine with us alfresco ✨#coastalpicnics #beach #sunsets

A post shared by Coastal Picnics (@coastal.picnics) on Feb 28, 2018 at 11:30pm PST

 

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Too many dreams to be sleeping.

A post shared by Joe (@calistreetshots) on Feb 12, 2019 at 7:12am PST

4. Stargaze at the Griffith Observatory

You’ll get the perfect view of LA at the Griffith Observatory, not to mention that its FREE. You can save your money for some cocktails during happy hour after a night of stargazing.

 

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A post shared by Salomon Peña (@salomon_pena) on Feb 2, 2019 at 6:27pm PST

5. Check out a Comedy Show

The Comedy Store in Hollywood has some special Valentine’s Day shows going on all day! Spend the night laughing away with your lover.

 

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Thursday night is Valentine’s Day! We have 3 great shows! At 7:30 in the Main Room @therealjeffreyross and at 8 & 10:30 in the Original Room @bobbyleelive Couples’ and VIP packages available. 📸 @onebyonepodcast thecomedystore.com #thecomedystore #valentines #cupid #jeffross #bobbylee

A post shared by World Famous Comedy Store (@thecomedystore) on Feb 11, 2019 at 8:43pm PST

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