Guys are always looking for things to do for their significant other that goes above and beyond to make them happy, or at least, that’s how they should be thinking. Here are some suggestions for the holiday season for men. They may sound silly, but it will make her heart melt.

Snow Magic Date

Take her to Snow Magic. This is the biggest holiday event held in downtown Ames.

Friday, Dec. 3

3 to 5 p.m. Make and Take Snowflakes at Images by Ngaire

4 to 7 p.m. Mulled Wine and Winter Drinks at Wheatsfield

Saturday, Dec. 4

10 a.m. Traditional English desserts class at Cook’s Emporium

2 p.m. Snow Ball Drop with Santa at Tom Evans Park

3 p.m. Ames Euphonium Choir performance at Octagon

7:30 p.m. Central Iowa Symphony: Sounds of the Season at Ames City Auditorium

7 to 9 p.m. Violinists performing at Main Street restaurants

For more information on these events visit www.mainstreetculturaldistrict.com.

Ice Skating

Another thing you can do for your special girl is take her ice skating. This is a very romantic thing to do with a significant other, but it’s also fun for both of you.

The Brenton Skating Plaza is an open air, one-of-a-kind, outdoor ice skating rink along the Principal Riverwalk in downtown Des Moines, open mid-November to the first week in March.

“Every Friday night we have a live DJ from 8 to 11 p.m. We are open seven days a week including holidays. Come enjoy a unique skating experience,” said Robbin McClelland, rink manager.

Here are the rates: Monday to Friday before 8 p.m., it’s $3.50 for adults and $2.50 for children ages 6 to 12. Friday after 8 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and holidays it’s $5.00 for adults and $4.00 for children. Skate rental is $3.00.

This is about the most affordable romantic date a guy can pull off, so don’t hesitate.

Jolly Holiday Lights

On your way to Des Moines, don’t forget about Jolly Holiday Lights. “Jolly Holiday Lights is 100 percent charitable, with all of the money going directly toward the granting of wishes of children between the ages of 2-and-a-half and 18 with life-threatening medical conditions,” according to jollyholidaylights.org.

This is a beautiful light display with the most amazing designs in lights you’ll ever see. Very romantic and for a great cause, which will definitely impress your partner.

Sledding

Something else that isn’t thought of when going on a date during the holiday season is sledding. This is still a popular activity, and it can definitely be romantic if you want it to be. It is also inexpensive and easy to plan.

These are some date night ideas in the Ames and surrounding areas. They’re inexpensive, creative and should impress your significant other.