No dinner plans? You can still plan a wonderful Valentine’s Day with these date ideas
Choose your own adventure this Valentine’s Day with activities, crafting, pop-ups, shows and romantic spa treatments
It’s never too late to plan something special for someone you love, whether that person be your significant other or your Galentine. There’s plenty happening around Denver for Valentine’s Day, with pop-ups perfect for pictures and drinks or a romantic dinner and jazz, this list allows you to pick and choose what works best for you.
Curated with love ❤️
Feeling crafty:
- Valentine’s Day Vintage Heart Deco & Mimosas
What: Learn to decorate your own vintage heart cake while you sip mimosas with the owner and Pastry Chef of CelebrateME, Mayra Garcia. Learn through step-by-step instruction the piping skills involved in creating that unique vintage heart cake ‘look’ while sipping mimosas. A reservation is required.
When: From noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb 7
Where: CelebrateME, 210 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209
- Galentine’s Day Junk Journaling
What: Get crafty with your girls for this ladies-only Galentine’s Day craft night. Everything you need will be provided to create the perfect journal or memory book, from ribbons and scrapbook paper to scissors. No need to be crafty, just show up and create some magic.
When: From 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Friday, Feb 13
Where: HashTAG – Downtown Denver 1125 17th St. unit 100, Denver, CO 80202
- Be Mine Bouquets Flower Design Workshop
What: Create your own lovely Valentine’s Day or Galentine boquet of custom-arranged flowers. Get expert, step-by-step instruction from the florists at Brooks Floral & Co. in Denver. All materials, from flowers to vases and even bottomless mimosas, will be provided for you to arrange your very own professional-grade flowers and all the skills necessary to do it again next Valentine’s Day.
When: From 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7.
Where: 1489 S. Broadway St., Suite E, Denver, CO 80210
- Valentine’s Day Dance Class
What: Grab your partner and put on your dancing shoes for an intimate, beginner-friendly, group dance class. Keep the fun going after you learn the basics of ballroom dancing with their ‘Dance social’ where you can practice and improve your skills, relax, and enjoy the music.
When: From 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb 13.
Where: Arthur Murray Dance Studio Lakewood, 3355 S. Yarrow St. 125, Lakewood, CO 80227
- Valentine’s Day Ceramics Making Class at Woods Boss Brewing
What: A hands-on ceramics workshop with instructor Alex Schupp Ceramics, where attendees will create their very own ceramic clay mugs. Make your mugs one-of-a-kind by learning underglaze, texture, and sgraffito design techniques. No experience needed, fired ceramics will be ready for pickup between 2-3 weeks.
When: From 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10 & from 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb 13.
Where: Woods Boss Brewing Company, 2210 California St., Denver, CO 80205, USA
Shows and romance:
- Dating is a Dumpster Fire comedy show
What: A comedy show celebrating the horrors of modern-day dating. From ghosting to the giant red flags, we know dating isn’t always easy – but at least get a laugh out of it. Participate in a night of comedy, dating advice, games, and possible love connections? Anything is possible when you’re laughing. The event will be donating 20% of profits to Save the Children.
When: From 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb 14
Where: The Bug Theater, 654 Navajo St., Denver, CO 80211
- Sweet Tarts Valentine’s Day Showcase at Comedy Works
What: Whether you are single, married, in a relationship or have a complicated situationship, Sweet Tarts will feature comedy that is both sweet and sour with local comedians like Jack Comstock, Zac Maas, Austin Black, Bailey Tyler, Korey David, and more.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Comedy Works Denver, 1226 15th St., Denver, CO 80202
- Valentine’s Weekend Dinner and a Show at Nocturne
What: Enjoy two intimate nights of dinner and jazz featuring musical guests Gabriel Mervine Quintet with special guest jazz vocalist Marion Powers on Feb. 13 with Ben Markley Quintet playing romantic ballads on Feb. 14, with each set lasting roughly 75 minutes each. The dinner includes a 3-course meal with Valentine’s Day wine and plate pairings. Make reservations here.
When: Friday, Feb. 13 & Saturday, Feb. 14.
Where: Nocturne, 1330 27th St., Denver, CO 80205
- Romantic Spa Day at The Brown Palace
What: Relax and treat yourself with a massage or spa package at The Brown Palace. There are packages perfect for singles looking for quiet relaxation or romantic couples retreats with festive Valentine’s Day twists like rose-infused oil, Chocolate Collagen and Rejuvenating Cherry masks. There are also luxurious, romantic options for a Valentine’s Day-themed ‘Petals & Pomegranate Pedicure.’
When: Through Valentine’s Day
Where: The Brown Palace, 321 17th St., Denver, CO 80202
Pop-ups and events:
- Valentine’s Pop-up at Oasis Cafe
What: Espresso your love this Valentine’s Day with a coffee date with cafecitos y Conchas at Oasis Cafe. The cafe has transformed its menu to feature a heart-shaped plate of birria tacos and heart-shaped conchas alongside its special holiday drink menu, which features drinks like rose latte, strawberry horchata and iced strawberry matcha. You’ll fall in love with their minimal red and pink Valentine’s decor, which includes tons of roses.
When: Now through Feb. 14.
Where: Oasis Cafe Grill, 2940 Bruce Randolph Ave., Denver, CO 80205
- Love in Lila B Pop-Up at Lila B Lounge
What: Perfect for an all-girls night out or a date night with your man, Love in Lila B is a pop-up filled to the brim with sparkling lights, pink bows and hearts galore. Feel love with their Valentine’s Day themed menu with drinks sure to cast a spell on your heart like ‘Love Potion #9,’ their twist on a classic Vodka Cranberry. There are also chocolatey drink combos like their Chocolate Cherry Martini.
When: Now through Feb. 14.
Where: Lila B Lounge, 5345 Landmark Place, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
- Love Begins in Wonder at Wonderyard Denver
What: Immerse yourself in a romantic pop-up experience at Wonderyard, where the restaurant will be dripping with lush, pink florals, sparkling lights set against the garden side tables, and pink, glowing decor that would make Cupid say, “So cute!” Their cocktail menu has been crafted to fit the Valentine’s Day theme. They are hosting multiple events, including a singles yoga on the covered patio, a drag brunch, Galentine’s Music Bingo as well as trivia.
When: Feb. 4-18.
Where: Wonderyard Garden & Table, 2200 Larimer St., Denver, CO 80205
Valentine’s Tea at Babe’s Tearoom
What: Balloons, bows, flowers and fun! Enjoy a girly afternoon tea at a cafe with the perfect Valentine’s Day vibes. The tearoom is decorated for the holiday with metallic fringe walls, abundant red and pink heart balloons and giant bows to create a cutesy backdrop for an afternoon tea. The selection of teas and pastries includes seasonal flavors like rose and raspberry.
When: Now through Feb. 17.
Where: Babe’s Tearoom, 2401 15th Street, Platte St. #170, Denver, CO 80202




