Weekend Escapes: What to Do Across America This Weekend for Couples, Families, and Singles

Looking for something meaningful, adventurous, or just plain fun to do this weekend? Whether you’re in love, wrangling kids, or embracing the single life, there’s no shortage of things to see, do, and experience across the United States this May 17–18.

❤️ For Couples: Romance on the Road

Skip the standard dinner-and-a-movie. Couples across the country are leaning into unique experiences this weekend—from mountain escapes to luxury cruises.

• Ohio’s Marriage Getaway offers a peaceful retreat for partners to unplug and reconnect. Nestled in Millersburg, this faith-based escape is all about intentional time together.
• If you’re looking to blend romance and adventure, the Love Like You Mean It Cruise sets sail with a full lineup of marriage-strengthening activities, dancing, and starlit dinners.
• Prefer something a bit more grounded? TourRadar’s Romantic U.S. Tours range from Napa wine country strolls to Charleston carriage rides.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Time: From Tulips to Tanglewood

Parents, rejoice—there are plenty of ways to make this weekend special for your whole crew.

• Albany’s Tulip Festival continues its tradition with over 140,000 blooming tulips, live entertainment, and a kids’ zone. It’s a picture-perfect spring outing.
• In Mississippi, Camp Tanglewood’s Family Retreat offers a safe, welcoming space for single parents and their kids to relax and have fun. Think campfires, canoeing, and laughter.
• Houston’s packed family events calendar includes educational workshops, live theater, and cultural festivals—proving that big cities can still be kid-friendly.

💃 Solo and Thriving: Activities for Singles

Not coupled up? Not a problem. This weekend brings vibrant options for singles to meet, mingle, and make memories.

• Single Women’s Weekend in Provincetown, MA draws a nationwide crowd with dance parties, beach bonfires, and mixers. Come for the ocean air, stay for the new friends.
• Adventurous spirits can hop aboard the SinglesCruise Caribbean Voyage, departing from Orlando. With hosted events, snorkeling excursions, and tropical cocktails, who needs a plus one?
• Prefer to keep it local? Singles mixers and speed dating events are happening in cities coast to coast—just check Eventbrite for an event near you.

Whether you’re booking a last-minute getaway, looking for quality family bonding, or planning a solo adventure, this weekend has a little something for everyone. So whatever your relationship status or schedule, don’t let these warm spring days go to waste—get out and make the most of it.

Let us know how you’re spending your weekend!