Spark Romance on National First Love Day on Sept. 18, 2025

This year, celebrate National First Love Day on Thursday, September 18, 2025, by revisiting the thrill of a first date with your partner or taking a chance on a new connection. To make the occasion memorable, Atlanta has a variety of unique and traditional ways to celebrate.

For a classic and elegant evening, consider Aria in Buckhead. Alternatively, turn up the energy with a playful twist at The Blind Pig's Pink Piggy Saloon pop-up in Buckhead, or head to Your 3rd Spot on the Westside, a social dining playground voted "Best Date Night Spot" by Atlanta Magazine. For a competitive date, try trivia at Wylie & Rum in Reynoldstown on Wednesday nights.

If you and your date love music and dancing, check out Johnny's Hideaway in Buckhead, known as Atlanta’s “Nightclub for Big Kids.” Live music is also available at The Ashford on Dresden every Thursday at 8 p.m.. If you'd prefer to learn something new together, Vino Venue in Dunwoody offers cooking classes and wine tasting experiences, like the Cantine Amastuola tasting with Francesca Mancarella on September 18.

Or how about a casual happy hour? Chido & Padre’s, Gypsy Kitchen, The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill, The Southern Gentleman, the Woodall, The Ashford on Dresden, Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar, Ocean & Acre, and Marlow’s Tavern all fit the bill.

Take a stroll hand-in-hand through Summerhill for shopping and taking in the colorful fall leaves. Volunteer at Meals On Wheels Atlanta and do something good together.

Whether you're rekindling a past romance or sparking a new one, you can find the perfect place to celebrate with someone special.