About

Date Night at the Basilica is a parish apostolate for married and engaged couples seeking to grow in their vocation through faith, community, and intentional time together.

These evenings are simple, practical, and purposeful—designed to help couples reconnect, build habits that strengthen their relationship, and continue the evening out together.

Each gathering focuses on a specific relationship skill rooted in Catholic teaching and lived experience.

Please watch an EWTN segment on Date Night at the Basilica’s previous “10 Great Dates” program at the Basilica to find out more:

WHAT TO EXPECT

Each Date Night is designed to launch your date, not replace it.

6:30 PM | Welcome & Mingling
Arrive, settle in, and connect with other couples.

6:45 PM | Featured Relationship Skill
A short, practical formation led by a mentor couple. Couples will learn and practice a simple, applicable skill.

7:05 PM | Group Reflection
A brief, guided opportunity to reflect together.

7:15 PM | Off You Go
Head out on your date with a simple prompt to continue the conversation.

2026 DATE NIGHT SERIES

Each evening builds on a practical relationship theme:

• February 14 – Writing a Love List
• April 18 – Build Good Habits: Weekly Check-Ins
• June 13 – Dream a Crazy Dream Together
• August 15 – Reconnecting on Values
• October 17 – Doing LIFE Together
• December 12 – TBD

Each session offers a simple tool couples can take home and integrate into daily life.

CHILDCARE

We understand that childcare makes participation possible for many families.

When available, on-site childcare is offered:

• Infants through elementary-aged children
• $5 per child (max $15 per family)
• Staffed by Virtus-trained adults and parish volunteers
• Advance registration required
• Space is limited and offered on a first-come basis

Please note: Childcare availability may vary by event based on volunteer capacity.

Let's Talk

Contact the apostolate leader Isaiah & Darien Contu by using this form.