Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love, which is a perfect opportunity to host super memorable events. Whether you're planning something romantic for couples or engaging for families, there are plenty of creative ways to celebrate love. We've rounded up 15 Valentine's Day event ideas to inspire you to organise exciting gatherings that your attendees will adore!

Romantic Valentine’s Day event ideas

1. Candlelight dinner

Set the mood with a cosy candlelit dinner. Choose a picturesque venue like a rooftop, a garden, or even a historic site, and go the extra mile by adding touches like fairy lights or floral centerpieces. Hire a string quartet, a jazz band, or a solo acoustic artist to create a romantic atmosphere, and consider offering personalised menus or wine pairings with your guests’ meals. Use an event ticketing software like TicketLeap to allow attendees to pre-select dining options, let you know of any dietary restrictions, or reserve specific table locations, enhancing their experience before they even arrive!

2. Couples’ dance night

Encourage couples to get on their feet and dance the night away! These nights are always a hit whether it's salsa, swing, or ballroom dancing. Book a venue with a spacious, mood-lit dance floor, and invite professional instructors for beginner-friendly sessions. Enhance the evening with a themed photo booth featuring props like feather boas, hats, and romantic backdrops, so your guests can capture the memories.

3. Private movie screening

Turn a standard movie night into a cosy Valentine’s getaway! Show romantic classics like The Notebook or fun comedies like Crazy, Stupid, Love. To engage your audience early, include a poll in your email invitations or on social media to let attendees vote for the movie they'd most like to see. Provide loveseat-style seating or bean bags, and serve themed snacks like heart-shaped cookies or chocolate-covered strawberries. You can even simplify online ticket sales and seating arrangements with TicketLeap by allowing attendees to select their preferred seating type when buying tickets.

4. Sunset or moonlit boat ride

For an effortlessly romantic experience, plan Valentine’s boat rides at sunset or under the stars. Use fairy lights, flowers, and candles to create an enchanting setting, and offer comfy extras like cosy blankets, soft music, and delicious food and drink options to enjoy on board. Make the event even more special by inviting a musician to serenade guests during the ride. And don't forget to capture the stunning views and share them on social media!

Super interactive event ideas for Valentine’s Day

5. Cooking class

Offer interactive classes featuring cuisines like Italian pasta-making, sushi rolling, or baking French pastries. You could have some friendly competition with plating challenges, and send participants home with souvenir recipe cards or personalised aprons. Use a ticketing solution to offer different class times or skill levels, and provide add-ons like aprons or recipe kits that participants can buy during the registration process.

6. Mixology workshop

Shake up Valentine’s Day with mixology workshops! Teach attendees to craft their own love-themed cocktails (think strawberry martinis or rose spritzers) and guide them in garnishing their creations with fresh herbs, edible flowers, or sugar rims. Provide shaker kits and recipe books as take-home gifts, and host your event in a trendy bar or cosy lounge for the perfect ambiance.

7. Paint and sip night

Host a paint-and-sip session to pair wine with creativity! Hire a talented painting instructor to serve as your very own Bob Ross, and promote the event as beginner-friendly to attract more participants. Pick Valentine’s themes like romantic landscapes or abstract hearts, and elevate the night with wine tastings or charcuterie boards. Encourage attendees to show off their work with a mini art gallery at the end of the night.

8. Flower arrangement class

Give participants the tools to craft their own thoughtful gifts with flower arrangement workshops. Include seasonal blooms like roses, tulips, or baby’s breath, and teach the basics of bouquet design and wrapping. Guests can take home their creations as Valentine’s keepsakes!

Valentine’s Day events for groups

9. Themed trivia night

Bring people together with themed trivia nights centered around romantic comedies, famous love stories, or Valentine’s traditions. Get attendees to form teams with funny names, and offer fun prizes like wine baskets, boxes of chocolates, or gift cards for the winners. Host your event at a cosy café or bar with red and pink accents, heart-shaped balloons, and table centerpieces to really drive home your theme.

10. Escape room

Create love-themed escape room experiences like “Cupid’s Lost Arrow” or “The Love Potion Mystery.” Include props, romantic riddles, and heart-shaped puzzles to solve before the timer goes off. Make your escape room available for both small groups and larger teams to drive more attendance too. Plus, TicketLeap can help you manage timed entry slots to ensure a smooth experience for all participants!

11. Speed dating event

Speed dating is a fun way for the singles in your community to connect! Organise rotating mini-conversations or spice things up with a “Date My Friend” presentation format, where participants create fun PowerPoint’s to introduce their single friends to the crowd. Design intimate table settings with subtle Valentine’s Day decorations to set the mood, and consider inclusivity by hosting LGBTQ+-friendly sessions or separate nights for different age ranges.

12. Karaoke party

Nothing says fun like belting out your favorite love songs! Host Valentine-themed karaoke nights with playlists that feature classics like “I Will Always Love You” or lighthearted anthems like “Single Ladies.” Enhance the experience with heart-shaped balloons, mini dance floors, and costume props

Valentine’s Day events for families

13. Valentine’s Day craft workshop

Hands-on craft sessions are the perfect Valentine's day activities where families can create keepsakes like Valentine’s cards, heart-shaped wreaths, or decorated cookies. Include storytelling sessions or face painting for the little ones, and provide pre-packaged craft kits for added convenience!

14. Valentine’s Day festival

Throw a big Valentine’s Day festival to celebrate love with your community! Include carnival games like ring toss and bean bag throws with Valentine’s-themed prizes. Invite food trucks with themed specials for Valentine’s Day, and hire a live band to play covers of classic love songs. Use bright Valentine’s-themed colors and decorations throughout to set the tone, and offer photo booths and DIY treat stations for attendees to enjoy. Use TicketLeap to sell all-inclusive passes or pay-per-activity options to suit different attendee preferences!

15. Heart-themed scavenger hunts

Turn Valentine’s Day into a fun-filled adventure with a scavenger hunt! You could host this at a park or community space, and include clues that lead to themed treats or prizes. Make the event kid-friendly with easy-to-solve clues, and offer Valentine swag as giveaways. To make it even more interactive, consider incorporating a digital element, like QR codes, to guide participants through the hunt and reveal bonus challenges or hidden surprises!

Seal your Valentine’s event with love (and tickets!) 

Now that you’ve got an idea for the perfect Valentine’s Day event, it’s time to plan your event and bring it to life! Whether you're hosting a romantic dinner or a hands-on workshop, you’ll want a reliable ticketing platform by your side. Once you’re ready to put tickets on sale, TicketLeap makes it easy to create, manage, and sell tickets for your event within minutes of signing up!