Don't let the winter weather deter you from going on some fun, fantastic winter first dates. Taking advantage of the festive holidays, no matter what your beliefs, can be a lot of fun and lends itself some excellent ideas for first dates for single people. A good start is listed below and will help you break the ice (pun intended in some areas!) just the right way.

Don't let the winter weather deter you from going on some fun, fantastic winter first dates. Taking advantage of the festive holidays, no matter what your beliefs, can be a lot of fun and lends itself some excellent ideas for first dates for single people. A good start is listed below and will help you break the ice (pun intended in some areas!) just the right way.

1) A coffee shop is always a great choice no matter what time of year, but you can mix it up a little with a coffee shop picnic. Bring a red and white checked small table cloth or large cloth napkin for the table, some snacks or sandwiches (if your coffee shop allows) and kick back.

2) Go sleigh riding or sledding if you live in an area with snow. There will normally be many other people around too so it should be fairly safe. You will have a lot of fun and share many laughs with your date.

3) Ice skating is an inexpensive date to partake in. If one of you has never ice skated, all the better! You can teach your date.

4) If live in an area where you've got plenty of snow on the ground, building a snowman is a lot of fun and no pressure. Dont forget to make snow angels too!

5) If you have the holiday tradition of Christmas trees, ask your date to go with you to choose one. Or if you cut them down yourself, that works too.

6) If you celebrate Christmas and have some Christmas shopping to do, invite your date with you. Be sure to ask what they think of things you are buying. You'll get to see what they like and dont like.

7) For those sports enthusiasts, check out a local hockey game, even if its just the local high school team. Hockey games are generally exciting and a lot of fun. Go for hot chocolate afterwards, or bring some with you as it will be chilly even if it is indoors.

8) A fun date in colder months can be a ghost hunting tour if you have them in your area. If your date gets frightened, you might even get to cozy up.

9) Check out an indoor rock climbing wall in your area and test your skills at climbing with your date. Race to the top, the winner buying the hot chocolate.

Always make sure whatever date you choose will be fun for both of you and will give you the time to get acquainted. While movies are a great date in the winter months, they wouldn't be good for getting to know someone for the first time. Opt for something more interactive. Most importantly, safety first.