A heart-filled annual guide to the best things to do for Valentine’s Day in Columbus!
Want to make sure Valentine’s Day is “perfect” for your date? Luckily for you, there are many places around Columbus that have already planned out the night for you! All you have to do is pick the event, pay for it, and go! There are events offered throughout the entire Valentine’s week, in and around Columbus. Whether you want to go to an event or make dinner plans, there is something for everyone here! Here’s are the best ways to do Valentine’s Day in Columbus for 2020.
NOTE: this Valentine’s Day in Columbus list will update and expand a few times each week until February 14, so be sure to check back often. Submit your event here.
Pre-Valentine’s Day Happening
Uptown Valentine Cocoa Trail
Saturday, February 1
12-4pm
Downtown Westerville
Uptown Westerville businesses join together to give you a variety of hot cocoa inspired treats while you shop around for your Valentine. Bring a can of soup to donate and be entered to win a $50 giftcard.
FREE
Valentine’s Day Painting Session
Thursday, February 6
6-9pm
Not Sheep Gallery, Short North
Chocolate and wine glasses provided, you BYOB. Message them to sign up!
We Love Columbus Wine Tasting
Friday, February 7
6-8pm
The Hills Market Downtown
Ten tastes of wine and beer with a local twist celebrating everything to love about Columbus!
$15/person in advance, $20/person at the door
My Bloody Valentine
Saturday, February 8
5-11pm
Via Vecchia Winery
An anti-Valentine’s day celebration featuring 30 vendors, a cash bar, food truck, and live entertainment.
FREE
Ignite Love: Candle Pouring & Valentine Printing
Tuesday, February 11
5:30-8pm
The Candle Lab – Worthington
Start out your evening by pouring your own 8 oz candle. While the candle cools you will walk across the street to Igloo Letterpress (a really cool place) and learn how to print your own Valentine’s Day card!
$35/person
Paint Nite: Valentine Stroll Partner Painting
Tuesday, February 11
7pm
Zaftig Brewing Co., Worthington
This partner painting will give you all the feels while enjoying some delicious craft beer!
$35/person
Valentine’s Week Special
Tuesday, February 11 – Saturday, February 16
Times vary
The Oak & Brazen Wine Co., Delaware
For the entire week, they will have a special including one bottle of wine, a cheese board from The Greater Gouda, two chocolate truffles from Fresh Start Cafe & Bakery, and two mini glasses to keep.
$34.95/couple
2020 Valentine’s 10 for $10 Tasting!
Wednesday, February 12
6-9pm
Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbus OSU
Serving 10 tastes of holiday appropriate wines. Full food menu will be available to order and bottles will be available for purchase.
$10/person
Cocktail Class for Couples
Wednesday, February 12
7-10pm
Denmark on High, Short North
Learn to mix two full cocktails and enjoy them after you mix them! Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
$60/person
Night of Love: Theme Night Trivia
Wednesday, February 12
6:30-8pm
Ten Pin Bowling Alley, Hilliard
Questions will include romantic comedies, songs, anatomy of the heart and more. Reservations are accepted.
FREE admission
Ohio Love String Art and Candle Pouring
Wednesday, February 12
7-9pm
The Candle Lab, Worthington
Pour an 8oz candle and then make an Ohio Love string art craft with local artist Lindsay Smith. You may BYOB to enjoy after 8pm.
$50/person
Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Workshop with Petry Platters at Thread
Wednesday, February 12
6-8pm
Thread, Grandview
This hands-on event provides you with all the tools you need to make a perfect charcuterie board. The event includes an 8×12 slate board, cheese, fruit, nuts, and crackers, as well as a gift from Petry Platters.
$70/person
“The Blind Date” Wine Dinner & Blind Tasting
Thursday, February 13
6:30-9:30pm
Spagio Wine Lounge, Grandview
Test your wine knowledge with a six wine blind tasting and a three course meal! Compete against the other couples in attendance for a Valentine’s gift basket. Call 614-486-1114 ext. 2 for reservations.
$65/person
O My Heart! A Pop-Up Valentine’s Exhibit
Thursday, February 13 – Saturday, February 15
Times vary
Worthington Historical Society
This exhibit will feature a collection of vintage Valentines.
FREE admission
Old Worthington Chocolate Walk
Thursday, February 13
6-9pm
COhatch – starting location
You will be able to redeem treats from up to 15 businesses. Each business will have a different type of chocolate for you to enjoy or take home!
$20/person
Pooches and Smooches at Soul
Thursday, February 13
5:30-8:30pm
Soul at the Joseph, Short North
We can’t forget about our furry friends on this day either! They also need love. So, bring them to Soul and enjoy time with other dog lovers. They will have treats for your dog and feature a specialty drink for you. There will also be a doggy portrait artist and adoptable dogs from Cause for Canines. Open to the public and any size canine.
FREE admission
Wine, Cheese, and Happy Trees!
Thursday, February 13
6:30-8:30
Skylarks Toys & Comics, Grove City
The “Skylarks for Lovers Series” will be hosted by Meagen Hansen. The materials, fruit, and cheese will be provided, you just need to bring the wine!
$40/person
Valentine’s Day at Hoof Hearted Brewery and Kitchen
Thursday, February 13
3pm-12am
Five course dinner accompanied with a bottle of bubbles. Reserve through Opentable or call 614-401-4033.
Events & Activities
Friday, February 14th
2020 Valentine’s Wine Tasting Fundraiser
6 – 9pm
577 W. Town St.
Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres while touring the kennel and interacting with dogs! All proceeds directly benefit the Pilot Dogs, Inc.
$45/person
4th Annual Valentine’s Day Date Night “Nailed-It Theme” Cake Decorating
6-7:30pm
Our Cupcakery
You and your partner will compete against others to replicate a Valentine themed professionally decorated cake. Winner will receive a gift certificate to one of Dublin’s delicious restaurants.
$69/couple
Celebrate Valentine’s Day
6-10pm
Franklin Park Conservatory
Your evening starts with a welcome glass of champagne. Then stroll through their annual exotic orchids and tropical plants exhibition while enjoying five food and wine pairing stations along the way. The evening also includes live music, a cash bar, and other food options for purchase. Various arrival times are available.
$50/person, $45/person for members
COSI Discovery Nights – Love and Attraction
6-10pm
COSI, Franklinton
21+ event held after hours at COSI. The event includes special themed attractions as well as regular COSI exhibits. Buffet included for an additional $20.
$20/nonmember before, $25/nonmember at the door, $14/member
Chromeo Valentine’s Day at Otherworld
10:30pm-2:30am
Otherworld
Dance the night away to this electrofunk duo in this unique space! Cash bar.
$28-$31/person
Crafted Drafts Annual Valentine’s Day Sour Beer Tasting
6:30-7:30pm
Crafted Drafts, Gahanna
“Love Ain’t Nothing To Funk With” is this year’s sour beer tasting theme. Taste several different funky sours.
$20/person
Handcrafted Cocktail Mixers Class with Simple Times Mixers
6-8pm
Simple Times Mixers, Gahanna
Participate in a guided class using Simple Times Mixers to create your own cocktail!
$50/person
House of Love
4pm
Double Happiness, Brewery District
One of the city’s dive bars opens its doors again to celebrate happy hour with Asian delights followed by some dancing tunes.
FREE admission
Lobster, Luau, and Lovers
5-11pm
Outerbelt Brewing, Carroll
Wicked Lobstah food truck, plus a Hawaiian luau makes for a really romantic winter escape!
FREE admission
Maker Date Night
February 14 & 15, 6pm
Idea Foundry, Franklinton
A three course meal, beer and wine, plus a night of making various projects! Sign me up!
$347/couple
Mexican Themed Valentine’s Date Night Cooking Class
7-9:30pm
Dos Hermanos Taco Truck, Downtown
This cooking class is set up as a participatory dinner where you will all contribute to your community meal.
$75/person
Painting as a Pair
8-9:30pm
Art with Anna, Bexley
Each of you creates a canvas painting that will combine together to hang as one.
$50/couple
Platform x Piece of Cake Valentine’s Day Pairing
6-9pm
Platform Beer Co., Downtown
Piece of Cake Bakery and Cafe will be in the house with some delicious cupcakes to pair with Platform’s popular beer. There will be three time slots for this event, 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm. You must show up in your timeframe to claim your pairing!
$18/person
Prisoner for Your Love Tasting
6-10pm
Wine on High, Short North
Enjoy tastings of four wines from Prisoner Wine Company, including desserts from Hubbard Grille and live music! Tasting at 6pm, 7:30pm, and 9pm.
$30/person
Taco ‘Bout Love
3pm-12am
Zaftig Brewing Co., Worthington
Comida el Cantrin’s food truck will be there and there will be the “Pom Bomb” beer release. Stella in the Can will be there for all your entertainment needs!
FREE admission
Valentine’s Day Chocolate and Beer Pairing
11am-12am
Combustion Brewery & Taproom, Pickerington
Four beers paired with four chocolates from Coco Cat Bakery & Chocolates, while supplies last.
$25/flight
Valentine’s Day – Couple Special Only
12pm-12am
Capital Axe Throwing
Pricing is normally $32/person for 1.5 hours, but for Valentine’s Day it will be $50/couple. Make your reservation online.
Valentine’s Date Night Pen Turning Class
6-9pm
Woodcraft of Columbus, OH, Upper Arlington
Test your woodworking skills by making your own wooden pen with your partner. Pizza and sweets will be included. Call the store at 614-273-0488 to sign up
$125/couple
Valentine’s Day Party
4pm-1am
Lincoln Social Rooftop, Short North
DJs, cocktails, and Veuve specials all night.
FREE admission
Valentine’s Day at Shadowbox Live
7:30pm
Shadowbox Live
Enjoy a three course dinner while watching Shadowbox Live’s best of 2019 show “Wild Nights.” The package also includes mini-champagne and a rose. Upgrade to a premium package to get a private table for two!
$80/single, $150/couple, $295/premium couple
Valentine’s Day Couples Yoga
7-10pm
RawYoga614, Reynoldsburg
Strengthen your relationship with a 60 minute couples yoga class. After the class enjoy live music, couples massages, wine, and an intimate dinner. Pre-registration required.
$110/couple
Valentine’s Day Mystery Dinner Show
7-10pm
Sheraton Columbus Capitol Square
Law and Order meets SNL with this funny murder mystery called “Game Over.” Make your way through a four-course meal while solving the mystery together. Top Sleuth wins a prize!
$62.95/person
Valentine’s Day Private Igloo Experience
4-11pm
VASO Dublin
Ticket price is counted as a spending credit. Igloos can accommodate up to eight people. Choose from 4pm, 6:30pm, and 9pm seating times.
$500/igloo
Valentine’s Day Workshop: Floral Arrangement & Metal Stamping
Friday, February 14, 7:30-9:30pm
Saturday, February 15, 6:30-8:30pm
Red Giraffe Designs, German Village
RGD and Three Buds Flower Market team up to bring you the ultimate workshop experience. Each ticket includes one stamped metal accessory, one fresh flower bouquet, and light snacks. BYOB is welcome!
$30/person
Valentine’s Dinner & Packages
Downtown
The Boat House Restaurant at Confluence Park
Friday, February 14
4:30-10pm
Limited menu in the dining room. Watch for menu details to come out soon. Advance deposit required to secure reservation.
The Keep
Friday, February 14
5-11pm
Three course prix-fixe dinner. Reservations are available on OpenTable or by calling 614-745-0322
$85/person
Camelot Cellars
Friday, February 14
6:30-9:30pm
Dine by candlelight while enjoying a six course meal and live music. Vegetarian options available. Cash bar.
$95/couple
Dublin
Coast Wine House
Thursday, February 13 – Saturday, February 15
Times vary
Limited edition menu will include appetizers, desserts, and drinks!
Grandview
Hofbrauhaus Columbus
Friday, February 14
The Valentine’s Day menu includes three courses and your choice of beer or wine each!
$50/person
Watershed Kitchen & Bar
Friday, February 14
5-11pm
WATERSHED ❤’s OHIO themed six course tasting menu, with an extra price for four paired cocktails. Reservations can be made by calling 614- 357-1936, or visiting https://www.watersheddistillery.com/kitchenandbar.
$85/person, $40/person for cocktail pairings
Groveport
Paddock Pub and Links Event Center
February 14 & 15
5-9pm
Four course dinner with live music from Less Hostile. Call 614-610-9688 for reservations.
$95/person
Short North
Ruth’s Chris
All Valentine’s week
Two dining options for couples will be available. The Porterhouse for Two with a choice of starters and sides with a Porterhouse steak to share for $129. Or the Surf and Turf pairing two cold water lobster tails with a filet for $49.95.
Whitehall
King Gyros Greek
February 14 & 15
Three course dinner with shareable appetizer and dessert! Call 614-866-9008 for a reservation!
$42.95 total
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Valentine’s Day Weekend
Cheesecake and Beer Pairing
Saturday, February 15
4-6pm
DogTap Columbus
This includes four cheesecakes paired with four beers.
$30/person
Meet, Mingle, and Meals-on-Wheels
Saturday, February 15
10am-2pm
LifeCare Alliance Event Center
Don’t have a Valentine’s date? Be matched up to help feed the Columbus community by delivering Meals-on-Wheels. Who knows, you may just meet your mate!
FREE admission
Uptown Cookie Walk
Saturday, February 15
12-4pm
Downtown Westerville
Follow your passport to 24 different businesses and receive a Cheryl’s cookie at each one!
$12/person
Valentine’s Day Champagne Tasting
Saturday, February 15
4-7pm
Spagio Wine Lounge
The focus of this tasting will be on sparkling wine with 12 different rosé champagnes, cremants, proseccos, and cavas as well as light hors d’oeuvres.
$40/person plus tax and gratuity
Beyond Columbus
Amato’s Woodfired Pizza of Mount Vernon
Friday, February 14
5-9pm
Three course meal featuring a tableside smoked dessert from Half Baked Cafe.
$49.95/person
Rockmill Brewery
Friday, February 14
7-10pm
Enjoy a six course beer pairing dinner at the beautiful Rockmill farm!
$100/person
Treat your Valentine at Mazza’s
Friday, February 14
4-11pm
Mazza’s, Mt. Vernon
Surf n’ Turf pre-fixe dinner including live music. Book reservations on their website or call 740-397-2076.
Sweetheart Hike
Saturday, February 15
2pm
Cowen Lake State Park
Take a romantic stroll through on Dogwood Trail! Enjoy warm beverages afterward at the Environmental Education Center.
Free
Sweetheart’s Hike at Ash Cave
Saturday, February 15
5-7pm
Hocking Hills State Park
Take a romantic stroll through the hills to Ash Cave and back! Warm up by the fire with refreshments after your hike.
Free
Under the Glass Dinner Club: Valentine’s Date Dinner
Friday, February 14
6:30-10pm
The first of four seasonal dinners at Warwick Farms inside their Glass Greenhouse will feature six courses and small bites.
$150/couple
Valentine’s Day Chocolate + Beer 5K/10K
Saturday, February 15
3-5pm
Brixx Ice Company, Dayton
Pick your distance and earn a shirt, medal, chocolate, appetizers, and a drink ticket.
$90/person 5K, $100/person 10K
1808 American Bistro
Sunday, February 16
10am-2pm
1808 is changing it up with a belated Valentine’s Day brunch! Partake in a four course menu full of goodies.
$35/person
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