Year of Mother-Daughter Dates 2023

We’ve got quite the year lined up! L requested a year of experiences with me for a Christmas present again. When I plan these, I have a spreadsheet so I can keep track of how to book them, move things around to see which month fits best, and keep a total for costs so I know how much to budget every month. 🤓

Here are the Mother-Daughter Date ideas for this year (click on each title to check it out in more detail):

JAN – Karaoke Night
She loves singing, and so do I—let’s make it a night out!
FEB – Thai food restaurant
We both enjoy eating out, and I wanted her to feel special and pampered. I chose one of the best restaurants in town to split an entree and order dessert.
MAR – Ballet Performance
Neither of us had been to the ballet, so this was a special experience we could have together. Most of the budget went towards this.
APR – Scavenger Hunt
I liked the adventure aspect, and being able to solve puzzles and games without having to do much planning because it was already created for me!
MAY – Archery
L request.
JUN – Themed Baking
L loves to bake, and Harry Potter, so for a fun date at home I thought we’d dream up some pastries or treats.
JUL – Biking and Ice Cream
What better way to beat the heat and have a fun on a summer day?
AUG – Pottery Paint
For our birthdays I wanted to splurge on something we could take home.
SEP – Hike to Timpanogos Cave
Our hiking / outdoor date last year went so well, and L loves geology so I wanted to see if she would enjoy this.
OCT – Sleepover
Fall Break might be the perfect time for movies, cuddling, games, and snacks.
BONUS – Harry Potter
Feast & Festival at a Castle! Perfect for us Potterheads.
NOV – “Coffee” Date
It’s really busy during this month, so I looked for something casual and simple.
DEC – Bowling
We’ve never bowled together before, and have to fix that!