date night

American  

[deyt nahyt] / ˈdeɪt ˌnaɪt /

noun

1. an evening social date on which a married or long-term couple go out together.

   I enjoy a once-a-week date night with my husband.

2. a night of the week on which it is usual or customary for couples to go out on a date.

   Saturday night is date night.

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Etymology

Origin of date night

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Sean, who works for a bespoke electronic firm, said he was out with his wife Sara on a date night when he realised the numbers had come in.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

The 32-year-old mother-of-one was on a date night with her partner at Thai restaurant Giggling Squid in St Martin's Square, Leicester, between Christmas and new year when she made the discovery and alerted staff.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

When he prepares for a date night with his wife, he pictures putting down his phone and focusing on listening to her talk and making her laugh.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025

It’s definitely a unique experience that might not be right for everyone, but is great for gathering with friends, date night or just adventuring in a new city.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

On Fridays, back in Chicago, we had a standing date night, usually meeting downtown at a restaurant called Zinfandel after we’d both finished up work.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama