Drive on Down: 4 Date Night Ideas Near Picayune, MS

Looking for a great place to take your partner on a date? Here’s four great date night ideas for you and your special someone that aren’t a far drive!

1. Enjoy a Coffee and a Sweet Treat

Paul’s Pastry Shop, the “Biggest Little Bakery in South Mississippi” at 1407 Sycamore Road in Picayune, is the perfect place to meet for a cup of tea or coffee and a freshly baked tasty sweet treat early in the evening before going on your date. Enjoy beautifully crafted cupcakes, Petit Fours, a slice of their delicious cheesecake, and of course, their filled king cake.

Make sure you and your partner get there right after work because Paul’s Pastry Shop closes at 6 p.m. It’s the perfect start to an evening or a quick stop to fill a picnic basket with freshly baked goodies, especially if you plan to spend the evening in Crosby Commons.

2. Take a Romantic Stroll in Crosby Commons

Stroll through Crosby Commons at 801 Goodyear Boulevard in Picayune and enjoy a romantic evening under the stars while listening to music playing in the background. Enjoy freshly baked pastries from Paul’s Pastry Shop on one of the 16 benches scattered along the beautiful park’s scenic walking path.

Keep an eye on the Picayune city website to catch a performance at the 1,024-square-foot outdoor stage. Crosby Commons is open 24 hours a day, and the music is played daily between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m.

3. Enjoy Diner at Fatty’s Seafood Restaurant

Enjoy a cocktail or two and a plate of delicious seafood at the famous Fatty’s Seafood Restaurant at 3320 Highway 11 North in Picayune, the best seafood restaurant in town. Order flavorful fried oysters, shrimp, crab cakes, or catfish served with fries, hushpuppies, and Texas toast and a side order of salad or coleslaw, or enjoy boiled oysters, crawfish, or crab platters served with corn and potatoes.

Take it easy with the cocktails and wine to ensure you and your loved one get home safely. Fatty’s Seafood Restaurant is open all week until 9 p.m. and closes at 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

4. Watch a Movie at Acadiana Cinama 4

Going on a date to the movies is an old classic favorite and can feel repetitive, especially if you and your partner have been together for a while. However, movie nights can be a  game changer if you enjoy a brand new blockbuster you both want to see from the comfort of a VIP-style lounge chair in a luxurious VIP theater.

Acadiana Cinema 4 at 997 Cooper Road in Picayune has two theaters with VIP seating for an exceptional movie-watching experience. The evening shows start between 7 and 8 p.m., and tickets cost $9.50, but if you take your date on a Tuesday, you pay only $6 per person.

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